McDonald’s Menu

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McDonald's World Famous Fries® made with premium potatoes. Crispy and golden on the outside and fluffy on the inside.

It’s a classic for a reason. Savor the satisfying crunch of our juicy chicken patty, topped with shredded lettuce and just the right amount of creamy mayonnaise, all served on a perfectly toasted bun.

The classic McDouble® burger stacks two 100% pure beef patties seasoned with just a pinch of salt and pepper. Wondering what the difference is between a McDouble® and a Double Cheeseburger? A slice of cheese! It’s topped with tangy pickles, chopped onions, ketchup, mustard and a melty slice of American cheese. The McDouble® contains no artificial flavors, preservatives or added colors from artificial sources. Our pickle contains an artificial preservative, so skip it if you like.

The 2 Cheeseburger Meal comes with 2 Cheeseburgers, McDonald's World Famous Fries®, and a Drink.Enjoy the cheesy deliciousness of two McDonald’s Cheeseburgers! Each classic cheeseburger begins with a 100% pure beef burger patty seasoned with just a pinch of salt and pepper. The McDonald’s Cheeseburger is topped with a tangy pickle, chopped onions, ketchup, mustard, and a slice of melty American cheese. It contains no artificial flavors, preservatives or added colors from artificial sources. Our pickle contains an artificial preservative, so skip it if you like.

Enjoy a McDonald’s Happy Meal® and get six tender Chicken McNuggets® made with white meat with kid-sized World Famous Fries and a side of Apple Slices. Then pick a kids’ drink. Plus, every McDonald’s kids’ meal comes with a McDonald’s Happy Meal® toy!

Ever wondered what's on a Big Mac®? The McDonald's Big Mac® is a 100% beef burger with a taste like no other. The mouthwatering perfection starts with two 100% pure all beef patties and Big Mac® sauce sandwiched between a sesame seed bun. It’s topped off with pickles, crisp shredded lettuce, finely chopped onion, and a slice of American cheese. It contains no artificial flavors, preservatives, or added colors from artificial sources. Our pickle contains an artificial preservative, so skip it if you like.

The Big Mac Meal comes with a Big Mac, McDonald's World Famous Fries®, and a Drink.Ever wondered what's on a Big Mac®? The McDonald's Big Mac® is a 100% beef burger with a taste like no other. The mouthwatering perfection starts with two 100% pure all beef patties and Big Mac® sauce sandwiched between a sesame seed bun. It’s topped off with pickles, crisp shredded lettuce, finely chopped onion, and a slice of American cheese. It contains no artificial flavors, preservatives, or added colors from artificial sources. Our pickle contains an artificial preservative, so skip it if you like.

10 tender and delicious Chicken McNuggets made with all white meat chicken—plus our World Famous Fries and your choice of a medium McDonald’s Drink.

The Quarter Pounder With Cheese Meal comes with a Quarter Pounder With Cheese, McDonald's World Famous Fries®, and a Drink.Each Quarter Pounder® with Cheese burger features a ¼ lb. of 100% fresh beef that’s hot, deliciously juicy and cooked when you order. It’s seasoned with just a pinch of salt and pepper, sizzled on a flat iron grill, then topped with slivered onions, tangy pickles and two slices of melty American cheese on a sesame seed bun. Our QPC® contains no artificial flavors, preservatives or added colors from artificial sources. Our pickle contains an artificial preservative, so skip it if you like.

The Big Mac Meal comes with a Big Mac, McDonald's World Famous Fries®, and a Drink.Ever wondered what's on a Big Mac®? The McDonald's Big Mac® is a 100% beef burger with a taste like no other. The mouthwatering perfection starts with two 100% pure all beef patties and Big Mac® sauce sandwiched between a sesame seed bun. It’s topped off with pickles, crisp shredded lettuce, finely chopped onion, and a slice of American cheese. It contains no artificial flavors, preservatives, or added colors from artificial sources. Our pickle contains an artificial preservative, so skip it if you like.

The Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese Meal comes with a Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese, McDonald's World Famous Fries®, and a Drink.Each Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese features two quarter pound 100% fresh beef burger patties that are hot, deliciously juicy and cooked when you order. McDonald’s beef patties are seasoned with just a pinch of salt and pepper, sizzled on a flat iron grill, then topped with slivered onions, tangy pickles and two slices of melty cheese on a sesame seed bun. It contains no artificial flavors, preservatives or added colors from artificial sources. Our pickle contains an artificial preservative, so skip it if you like.

The Quarter Pounder With Cheese Meal comes with a Quarter Pounder With Cheese, McDonald's World Famous Fries®, and a Drink.Each Quarter Pounder® with Cheese burger features a ¼ lb. of 100% fresh beef that’s hot, deliciously juicy and cooked when you order. It’s seasoned with just a pinch of salt and pepper, sizzled on a flat iron grill, then topped with slivered onions, tangy pickles and two slices of melty American cheese on a sesame seed bun. Our QPC® contains no artificial flavors, preservatives or added colors from artificial sources. Our pickle contains an artificial preservative, so skip it if you like.

The Filet O Fish Meal comes with a Filet O Fish, McDonald's World Famous Fries®, and a Drink.Dive into our wild-caught Filet-O-Fish, a classic McDonald's fish sandwich! Our fish sandwich recipe features a crispy fish filet patty on melty American cheese and is topped with creamy McDonald’s tartar sauce, all served on a soft, steamed bun. This Filet-O-Fish sandwich has fish sourced from sustainably managed fisheries.

(860 - 1100 Cal.)

The Deluxe Spicy McCrispy Meal comes with a Deluxe Spicy McCrispy, McDonald's World Famous Fries®, and a Drink.The Spicy Deluxe McCrispy™ is big on everything, including heat. Our southern-style fried chicken fillet on a potato roll, topped with shredded lettuce, Roma tomatoes and Spicy Pepper Sauce kicks crispy, juicy and tender up to the highest level.

The Quarter Pounder with Cheese Deluxe Meal comes with a Quarter Pounder with Cheese Deluxe, McDonald's World Famous Fries®, and a Drink.McDonald's Quarter Pounder® with Cheese Deluxe is a fresh take on a Quarter Pounder® classic burger. Crisp shredded lettuce and three Roma tomato slices top a ¼ lb. of 100% McDonald’s fresh beef that’s hot, deliciously juicy and cooked when you order. Seasoned with just a pinch of salt and pepper and sizzled on our flat iron grill. Layered with two slices of melty American cheese, creamy mayo, slivered onions and tangy pickles on a soft, fluffy sesame seed hamburger bun.

(850 - 1430 cal.)

(1220 - 1460 Cal.)

The Deluxe McCrispy Meal comes with a Deluxe McCrispy, McDonald's World Famous Fries®, and a Drink.Get a little extra with toppings. Go deluxe with shredded lettuce, Roma tomatoes and mayo to take crispy, juicy and tender to the next level.

The Bacon Quarter Pounder with Cheese Meal comes with a Bacon Quarter Pounder with Cheese, McDonald's World Famous Fries®, and a Drink.Each Quarter Pounder® with Cheese Bacon burger features thick-cut applewood smoked bacon atop a ¼ lb. of 100% McDonald's fresh beef that's cooked when you order. It's a hot, deliciously juicy bacon cheeseburger, seasoned with just a pinch of salt and pepper and sizzled on our flat iron grill. Layered with two slices of melty American cheese, slivered onions and tangy pickles on a soft, fluffy sesame seed hamburger bun.

The McCrispy Meal comes with a McCrispy, McDonald's World Famous Fries®, and a Drink.The McDonald’s McCrispy™ is a southern-style fried chicken sandwich that's crispy, juicy and tender perfection. It’s topped with crinkle-cut pickles and served on a toasted, buttered potato roll.

The Spicy McCrispy Meal comes with a Spicy McCrispy, McDonald's World Famous Fries®, and a Drink.With our Spicy Pepper Sauce topping the southern style fried chicken fillet on a toasted potato roll, this sandwich was made for those who like it crispy, juicy, tender and hot.

Comes with medium fries or side salad and medium fountain drink or coffee. the average adult requires approximately 2, 000 to 2, 400 calories per day; however, individual calorie needs may vary. 720-1160 cal.

(380 - 960 Cal.)

Enjoy tender, juicy Chicken McNuggets® with your favorite dipping Sauces. Wondering what are McDonald's Chicken Nuggets made of? Chicken McNuggets® are made with all white meat chicken and no artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives.

(290 - 870 cal.)

Enjoy tender, juicy Chicken McNuggets® with your favorite dipping Sauces. Wondering what are McDonald's Chicken Nuggets made of? Chicken McNuggets® are made with all white meat chicken and no artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives.

Enjoy tender, juicy Chicken McNuggets® with your favorite dipping Sauces. Wondering what are McDonald's Chicken Nuggets made of? Chicken McNuggets® are made with all white meat chicken and no artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives.

Enjoy 4 tender, juicy Chicken McNuggets® with your favorite dipping sauces.

Tender, juicy Chicken McNuggets with your favorite dipping sauces.

McDonald's World Famous Fries® made with premium potatoes. Crispy and golden on the outside and fluffy on the inside.

Sip on a delicious Vanilla Shake from McDonald's—a smooth, rich and creamy treat for any time of the day! McDonald's Vanilla Shake recipe features creamy vanilla soft serve and vanilla syrup finished with whipped light cream for a cool, tasty treat.

Enjoy warm & tasty Chocolate Chip Cookies from McDonald's! Amazingly delicious, soft and chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies—our Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe features a perfectly warm, soft baked cookies loaded with gooey chocolate chips.

McDonald's Baked Apple Pie recipe features 100% American-grown apples, and a lattice crust baked to perfection and topped with sprinkled sugar.

Comes with 13 cookies.

Get a delicious McDonald's Strawberry Shake—the perfect sweet treat for any day. Our Strawberry Shake recipe features creamy vanilla soft serve blended with strawberry syrup and finished with whipped light cream.

Treat yourself to a delicious M&M’S® McFlurry! The McDonald’s McFlurry with M&M’S® is a sweet combination of creamy vanilla soft serve with crunchy M&M’S® chocolate candies swirled in. It’s a perfectly sweet addition to any McDonald's meal.

The McDonald’s McFlurry® with OREO® Cookies is a popular combination of creamy vanilla soft serve with crunchy pieces of OREO® cookies!

Treat yourself to a Hot Caramel Sundae at McDonald's! This Caramel Sundae combines creamy vanilla soft serve and warm, buttery caramel topping.

Enjoy an amazingly delicious, soft and chewy Chocolate Chip Cookie —our Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe features a perfectly warm, soft baked cookie loaded with gooey chocolate chips. Enjoy it on its own as a snack or pair it with your favorite McDonald's meal.

This McDonald’s Sundae features creamy vanilla soft serve so satisfying, no toppings are necessary.

Try the McDonald’s Chocolate Shake, the perfect sweet treat for any time of the day. Our chocolate shake recipe features delicious soft serve and chocolate syrup, finished with whipped light cream.

Comes with 13 cookies.

(1480 Cal.)

Enjoy tender, juicy Chicken McNuggets® with your favorite dipping Sauces. Wondering what are McDonald's Chicken Nuggets made of? Chicken McNuggets® are made with all white meat chicken and no artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives.

McDonald's Hamburger Happy Meal® includes a juicy McDonald's Hamburger with kid sized world famous fries and apple slices. Then pick a kid’s drink. Plus, a McDonald’s Happy Meal® toy that completes every McDonald’s Kids meal.

Grab a McDonald’s Happy Meal® and get four tender Chicken McNuggets® made with white meat with kid-sized World Famous Fries and a side of Apple Slices. Then pick a kids’ drink. Plus, a fun toy completes every McDonald's kid's meal.

McDonald's Caramel Frappé recipe is made with rich caramel flavor and a hint of coffee, blended with ice, and topped with whipped topping and caramel drizzle.

Go for this sugar free Iced Coffee that features 100% Arabica beans and smooth Sugar Free French Vanilla syrup and cream, then enjoy the perfect sip.

Enjoy a refreshingly cool Iced Caramel Coffee at McDonald’s. Our McCafé® Iced Caramel Coffee recipe features premium roast beans and buttery caramel flavor. It’s personalized with your choice of sweetener and creamer for a taste that’s unmistakably yours.

Enjoy a refreshingly cool Iced Coffee at McDonald’s! Our McCafé Iced Coffee recipe is made with 100% Arabica beans, cream, and your choice of flavored coffee syrup—Caramel, Hazelnut, French Vanilla, and Sugar-Free French Vanilla. A fan of black coffee? Get it without the sugar or cream to refresh your mornings with a cool Black Iced Coffee.

Our McCafé® French Vanilla Iced Coffee is a refreshingly cool iced coffee made with 100% Arabica beans. McDonald’s Vanilla Iced Coffee recipe features our premium roast coffee and smooth French vanilla syrup.

Savour the great tasting flavour you love, decaffeinated. Our coffee beans are naturally decaffeinated using the Swiss Water® Process, leaving only a quality Decaf coffee you can enjoy all day long.

Treat yourself to a cup of our simple, satisfying McCafé® Premium Roast Coffee. Made with 100% Arabica beans, McCafé® Premium Roast Coffee is expertly roasted and freshly brewed every 30 minutes. Enjoy your hot coffee black or with your choice of sugar, sweetener, and dairy or creamer.

Refresh your mornings with the best Hot Tea at McDonald's. McDonald's Hot Tea has a robust black tea flavor with hints of floral and orange notes.

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Satisfy your taste buds with the unique taste of Dr Pepper® at McDonald's. Classic and refreshing fountain drink is a unique blend of 23 flavors. Dr Pepper® pairs perfectly with your favorite McDonald’s Burgers and World Famous Fries®.

Made from a briskly refreshing blend of orange pekoe and pekoe cut black tea, sweetened to perfection.

Enjoy a refreshing Mango Pineapple Smoothie from McDonald's! Wondering what’s in it? Our Mango Pineapple Smoothie recipe features a sweet combination of fruit juices and purees such as mango and pineapple, blended with creamy low-fat yogurt and ice.

The McCafé® Strawberry Banana Smoothie recipe features the perfect combination of real strawberry and banana fruit purees and juices, blended with creamy low fat yogurt and ice.

The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.

The same great taste but with zero calories.

Enjoy the unbelievably satisfying taste of Dr Pepper® with no calories.

Sip on the bubbly, refreshing orange flavor of Fanta® Orange soda from McDonald’s! A caffeine-free soda that makes it a perfect addition to any of your favorite McDonald's items.

Enjoy a Reduced Sugar Low Fat Chocolate Milk Jug with the goodness of Calcium and Vitamins A & D. McDonald’s Low Fat Chocolate Milk recipe is full of low-fat chocolate milk and is a perfect addition to your Happy Meal®.

The sweet, fruity flavor of your favorite cherry candy in an ice-cold frozen drink. Try it with your favorite McDonald’s Burgers and World Famous Fries®.

100% Pure squeezed pasteurized orange juice. A delicious orange juice with a taste that’s the next best thing to fresh squeezed.

Enhanced with a proprietary blend of minerals to give it the clean, fresh taste you want from water.

Honest® Organic brings you premium organic teas, lemonade, juices, kids drinks and yerba mate tea.

McDonald’s Iced Tea recipe features a brisk blend of orange pekoe black tea, freshly brewed and served ice cold. Wondering if there are any calories in Unsweet Tea from McDonald’s? Unsweetened Iced Tea is a zero-calorie, sugar-free iced tea that pairs perfectly with your menu favorites.

A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.

Enjoy a refreshing 1% Low Fat Milk Jug from McDonald’s—an excellent source of calcium and a good source of vitamins A & D! McDonald's Milk Jug is a low fat milk that can be added to your Happy Meal® as a drink option.

Refresh your mornings with the best Hot Tea at McDonald's. McDonald's Hot Tea has a robust black tea flavor with hints of floral and orange notes.

Cool off with a refreshing McDonald's Sprite®—the classic and delicious lemon-lime fountain drink. The perfect addition to any McDonald’s Combo Meal.

Explosive fruit flavors and 100% of the vitamin C your body needs.

Ever wondered what's on a Big Mac®? The McDonald's Big Mac® is a 100% beef burger with a taste like no other. The mouthwatering perfection starts with two 100% pure all beef patties and Big Mac® sauce sandwiched between a sesame seed bun. It’s topped off with pickles, crisp shredded lettuce, finely chopped onion, and a slice of American cheese. It contains no artificial flavors, preservatives, or added colors from artificial sources. Our pickle contains an artificial preservative, so skip it if you like.

It’s a classic for a reason. Savor the satisfying crunch of our juicy chicken patty, topped with shredded lettuce and just the right amount of creamy mayonnaise, all served on a perfectly toasted bun.

Each Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese features two quarter pound 100% fresh beef burger patties that are hot, deliciously juicy and cooked when you order. McDonald’s beef patties are seasoned with just a pinch of salt and pepper, sizzled on a flat iron grill, then topped with slivered onions, tangy pickles and two slices of melty cheese on a sesame seed bun. It contains no artificial flavors, preservatives or added colors from artificial sources. Our pickle contains an artificial preservative, so skip it if you like.

The McDonald's Double Cheeseburger features two 100% pure all beef patties seasoned with just a pinch of salt and pepper. It's topped with tangy pickles, chopped onions, ketchup, mustard, and two melty American cheese slices. Wondering what is the difference between McDouble and Double Cheeseburger? It's the extra slice of American cheese in the Double Cheeseburger.

Go deluxe with the McDonald’s Deluxe McCrispy! Our Deluxe McCrispy features a crispy chicken fillet with shredded lettuce, Roma tomatoes and mayo to take crispy, juicy and tender to the next level.

The Triple Cheeseburger is made up of three 100% pure beef patties with absolutely no fillers, additives or preservatives, simply seasoned with a pinch of salt and pepper and topped with tangy pickles, chopped onions, ketchup, mustard and two slices of melty American cheese.

Each Quarter Pounder® with Cheese burger features a ¼ lb. of 100% fresh beef that’s hot, deliciously juicy and cooked when you order. It’s seasoned with just a pinch of salt and pepper, sizzled on a flat iron grill, then topped with slivered onions, tangy pickles and two slices of melty American cheese on a sesame seed bun. Our QPC® contains no artificial flavors, preservatives or added colors from artificial sources. Our pickle contains an artificial preservative, so skip it if you like.

Enjoy the cheesy deliciousness of a McDonald’s Cheeseburger! Our simple, classic cheeseburger begins with a 100% pure beef burger patty seasoned with just a pinch of salt and pepper. The McDonald’s Cheeseburger is topped with a tangy pickle, chopped onions, ketchup, mustard, and a slice of melty American cheese. It contains no artificial flavors, preservatives or added colors from artificial sources. Our pickle contains an artificial preservative, so skip it if you like.

Dive into our wild-caught Filet-O-Fish, a classic McDonald's fish sandwich! Our fish sandwich recipe features a crispy fish filet patty made with wild-caught Alaskan Pollock on melty American cheese and is topped with creamy McDonald’s tartar sauce, all served on a soft, steamed bun.

Crispy, tender chicken seasoned with a bold mix of spices, topped with shredded lettuce, mayonnaise and served on a perfectly toasted bun.

The Classic McDonald's Hamburger starts with a 100% pure beef patty seasoned with just a pinch of salt and pepper. Then, the McDonald’s burger is topped with a tangy pickle, chopped onions, ketchup, and mustard. What's the difference between a Hamburger and a Cheeseburger, you ask? A slice of cheese in the latter! It contains no artificial flavors, preservatives, or added colors from artificial sources.* Our pickle contains an artificial preservative, so skip it if you like.

(830 cal.)

You'll want to double down on this one. Two 100% pure beef patties seasoned with a pinch of salt and pepper and topped with melty American cheese, thick cut Applewood smoked bacon, minced onions, tangy pickles, ketchup and mustard on a toasted bun.

Dive into our wild-caught Double Filet-O-Fish, a take on the classic McDonald's fish sandwich! Our fish sandwich recipe features melty American cheese between two crispy fish filet patties made with wild-caught Alaskan Pollock and is topped with creamy McDonald’s tartar sauce, all served on a soft, steamed bun.

With our Spicy Pepper Sauce topping the southern style fried chicken fillet on a toasted potato roll, this sandwich was made for those who like it crispy, juicy, tender and hot.

The McDonald’s McCrispy™ is a southern-style fried chicken sandwich that's crispy, juicy and tender perfection. It’s topped with crinkle-cut pickles and served on a toasted, buttered potato roll.

Two quarter pound 100% fresh beef burger patties that are hot, deliciously juicy and cooked when you order. And with the thick cut applewood smoked bacon, you’ll be in QPC paradise.

Each Quarter Pounder® with Cheese Bacon burger features thick-cut applewood smoked bacon atop a ¼ lb. of 100% McDonald's fresh beef that's cooked when you order. It's a hot, deliciously juicy bacon cheeseburger, seasoned with just a pinch of salt and pepper and sizzled on our flat iron grill. Layered with two slices of melty American cheese, slivered onions and tangy pickles on a soft, fluffy sesame seed hamburger bun.

McDonald's Quarter Pounder® with Cheese Deluxe is a fresh take on a Quarter Pounder® classic burger. Crisp shredded lettuce and three Roma tomato slices top a ¼ lb. of 100% McDonald’s fresh beef that’s hot, deliciously juicy and cooked when you order. Seasoned with just a pinch of salt and pepper and sizzled on our flat iron grill. Layered with two slices of melty American cheese, creamy mayo, slivered onions and tangy pickles on a soft, fluffy sesame seed hamburger bun.

The Spicy Deluxe McCrispy™ is big on everything, including heat. Our southern-style fried chicken fillet on a potato roll, topped with shredded lettuce, Roma tomatoes and Spicy Pepper Sauce kicks crispy, juicy and tender up to the highest level.

McDonald's World Famous Fries® made with premium potatoes. Crispy and golden on the outside and fluffy on the inside.

The Big Mac Meal comes with a Big Mac, McDonald's World Famous Fries®, and a Drink.Ever wondered what's on a Big Mac®? The McDonald's Big Mac® is a 100% beef burger with a taste like no other. The mouthwatering perfection starts with two 100% pure all beef patties and Big Mac® sauce sandwiched between a sesame seed bun. It’s topped off with pickles, crisp shredded lettuce, finely chopped onion, and a slice of American cheese. It contains no artificial flavors, preservatives, or added colors from artificial sources. Our pickle contains an artificial preservative, so skip it if you like.

Enjoy tender, juicy Chicken McNuggets® with your favorite dipping Sauces. Wondering what are McDonald's Chicken Nuggets made of? Chicken McNuggets® are made with all white meat chicken and no artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives.

The McDonald’s McFlurry® with OREO® Cookies is a popular combination of creamy vanilla soft serve with crunchy pieces of OREO® cookies!

The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.

The McDonald’s McCrispy™ is a southern-style fried chicken sandwich that's crispy, juicy and tender perfection. It’s topped with crinkle-cut pickles and served on a toasted, buttered potato roll.

Enjoy tender, juicy Chicken McNuggets® with your favorite dipping Sauces. Wondering what are McDonald's Chicken Nuggets made of? Chicken McNuggets® are made with all white meat chicken and no artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives.

The McCrispy Meal comes with a McCrispy, McDonald's World Famous Fries®, and a Drink.The McDonald’s McCrispy™ is a southern-style fried chicken sandwich that's crispy, juicy and tender perfection. It’s topped with crinkle-cut pickles and served on a toasted, buttered potato roll.

The Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese Meal comes with a Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese, McDonald's World Famous Fries®, and a Drink.Each Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese features two quarter pound 100% fresh beef burger patties that are hot, deliciously juicy and cooked when you order. McDonald’s beef patties are seasoned with just a pinch of salt and pepper, sizzled on a flat iron grill, then topped with slivered onions, tangy pickles and two slices of melty cheese on a sesame seed bun. It contains no artificial flavors, preservatives or added colors from artificial sources. Our pickle contains an artificial preservative, so skip it if you like.