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  • McDonald's fries, drink and burger

    The Cheapest McDonald's Burger You Can Buy In 2026

    If your week isn't complete without a trip to McDonald's, you'll definitely want to read which burger they offer that will keep you full and help you save.

    By Selena Singh-Russell Read More
  • McDonald's fillet-o-fish and paper bag

    Order McDonald's Filet-O-Fish The French Way And Thank Us Later

    McDonald's Filet-O-Fish sandwich is a popular choice for those who want something different than a burger. You can order it the French way and might like it.

    By Javaria Akbar Read More
  • A worker handing a brown bag of food to a customer in a drive-thru

    America's Favorite Fast Food Chain In 2026 Is A Tried-And-True Classic

    Fast food certainly has a foothold in the U.S., but one restaurant stands above them all in the eyes of consumers, and the answer will make you hungry!

    By Bobby Lewis Read More
  • A McDonald's Big Mac in a cardboard box

    Give Your McDonald's Burger A Protein Boost With This Ordering Tip

    You're already planning another trip to the Golden Arches for some longtime favorites, but following this tip will bring your food to the next level.

    By Javaria Akbar Read More
  • Person using a restaurant app

    13 Fast Food Loyalty Programs That Actually Pay Off

    Fast food loyalty programs are aplenty -- but some likely pay off more than others. Here's a look fast food loyalty programs you might be interested in.

    By Michael R. Stridsberg Read More
  • A hand holding a McDonald's smoothie

    McDonald's Smoothies Are Made With Real Fruit, But There's A Catch

    You may be a fan of McDonald's smoothies, which do contain real fruit. There is another element to these tasty beverages you may not be aware of.

    By Garrett Palm Read More
  • Top-down view of assorted burgers and fries, including cheese fries

    10 Fast Food Menu Items That Dropped In May 2026

    Fast food chains have their longtime fan favorites, but come out with new items every now and then. There are 10 new menu items out in May 2026.

    By Bobby Lewis Read More
  • Close up of of the McDonald's logo on a clear cup with brown soda and carbonation bubbles on the side.

    Why McDonald's Customers Are Divided On Its Specialty Drinks

    McDonald's new line of soft drinks is sowing division in the comments of a Reddit post for fans of the fast food chain. Here's why they're divided.

    By Garrett Palm Read More
  • Close up of Stephen Steven Spielberg smiling

    The '90s McDonald's Ad Steven Spielberg Wanted Turned Into A Film

    Here's how an early 1990s McDonald's commercial inspired Steven Spielberg so much that he asked the ad's creators to make a movie out of it.

    By Karen Hart Read More
  • McDonald's employee passing a to-go bag through the drive-thru window

    McDonald's Employees Will Turn You Away For Making This Drive-Thru Mistake

    When you pull up to a McDonald's drive-thru, there are a few things you should know. Employees will turn you away if you make this specific mistake.

    By Tiffany Betts Read More
  • A McDonald's brown paper bag

    Getting McDonald's Delivered? Here's How To Avoid That Small Order Fee

    You may want to think twice before you order delivery from McDonald's again, especially when you read how to skip the company's small order fee.

    By Bobby Lewis Read More
  • A tray of packaged McDonald's food, like french fries, a box for a burger, and a paper cup, alone at a table

    Here's What Happens To McDonald's Leftover Food

    McDonald's tries to get food service down to a science. Despite this, there are usually leftovers at the end of a shift — and rules for what to do with them.

    By Bobby Lewis Read More
  • M&M McFlurry in car

    Why The McDonald's M&M McFlurry Almost Vanished Off Menus

    There was a time when the M&M McFlurry reigned supreme, filling happy bellies with sweet vanilla ice cream and M&M candies. So why has it vanished from menus?

    By Javaria Akbar Read More
  • A fish sandwich in a McDonald's takeout box

    McDonald's Vs Wendy's: Which Fast Food Fish Sandwich Reigns Supreme?

    A fish sandwich is a menu offering carried by several fast food burger places. McDonald's and Wendy's both serve one, but which of the two is best?

    By Bobby Lewis Read More
  • A selection of leftover fast food

    What 10 Fast Food Chains Do With Their Leftovers

    It shouldn't be a surprise that fast food chains have lots of leftover food. But what exactly happens with all those leftovers?

    By Jay Wilson Read More
  • Two people with McDonald's burgers and fries

    New McDonald's Value Menu Will Offer Deals For $3 Or Less

    The McDonald's value menu is getting a major upgrade. At a time when inflation is driving prices higher, McDonald's is reducing prices on certain items.

    By Nikki Munoz Read More
  • Breakfast sandwiches on parchment paper

    The Best Fast Food Breakfast Sandwich Is Hands-Down The Most Iconic

    Breakfast sandwiches are quick and tasty ways to get in the first meal. The most iconic of all fast food sandwiches is also the best in our opinion.

    By Javaria Akbar Read More
  • A McDonald's Filet-o-Fish stacked atop its blue box

    Super-Size Your McDonald's Filet-O-Fish With This Ordering Tip

    It's the perfect time of year for a tasty Filet-O-Fish, but you can make yours even better with this tip that you'll want to try again and again.

    By Bobby Lewis Read More
  • Several McDonald's burgers lined up together in multiple rows

    The Ultimate Ranking Of McDonald's Burgers

    From the humble hamburger to Big Macs and Quarter Pounders, we taste tested every burger on McDonald's regular menu to bring you the ultimate ranking.

    By Chelsea Falin Read More
  • A cook assembling a cheeseburger in a professional kitchen

    The Best-Value Fast Food Burger Of 2026 Isn't From McDonald's Or Burger King, According To Report

    Fast food can be a convenient way to enjoy a meal, but if you're looking for the most value from your burger, one chain has all of the others beat.

    By Bobby Lewis Read More
  • A vintage McDonald's brown paper takeout bag from the late 1990s or early 2000s on a plain light-colored background.

    The Discontinued McDonald's Cookies We Wish Would Return

    McDonald's customers of a certain age remember McDonaldland first hand, a fantasy world that gave Ronald McDonald a supporting cast of now-familiar characters.

    By Bobby Lewis Read More
  • Mint milkshake in a mason jar mug with a spilled pot of gold, green hat, and other St. Patrick's Day decor

    9 Green Fast Food Desserts To Order This St. Patrick's Day

    St. Patrick's Day is almost upon us, and this list of delectable desserts will certainly get you in the spirit and turn your taste buds green.

    By Tiffany Betts Read More
  • A Filet-O-Fish with oozing tartar sauce sitting on top of a McDonald's sandwich box on a tray

    What McDonald's Employees Know About The Filet-O-Fish That Isn't Advertised

    The McDonald's Filet-O-Fish is a sensation that remains on the menu to this day, but some McDonald's employees have revealed some secrets about the sandwich.

    By Tiffany Betts Read More
  • Fast food restaurant apps on smartphone screen.

    The Fast Food Giant That Isn't A Favorite In Any State, According To Report

    Every major fast food chain has its fans, but one industry giant apparently doesn't have enough fans in any one state to be a certified favorite.

    By Tiffany Betts Read More
  • A spilled container of Hot Honey Sauce lays next to an unopened condiment packet

    Review: McDonald's New Hot Honey Menu Is Sweet, Spicy, And Full Of Flavor

    McDonald's has unveiled its new Hot Honey Menu, and we've got all the spicy details.

    By Chelsea Falin Read More
  • Hands picking up french fries from McDonald's tray

    6 McDonald's Rules Every Diner Should Know

    Fast-food etiquette is a real thing at McDonald's. From sauce limits to the tipping policy, here are the McDonald's rules every customer should know.

    By Kate Row Read More
  • happy meal and a drink

    The Retro McDonald's Happy Meal Toys That Are Making A Comeback After Nearly 40 Years

    The release of these retro McDonald's Happy Meal toys proves that nostalgia reigns supreme. Some fan favorites are making a comeback after nearly 40 years.

    By Garrett Palm Read More
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