Shocking McDonald’s clip demonstrates employee putting fries in her mouth before returning them to a customer’s container
Authorities are looking into a disturbing viral video that shows a McDonald’s worker putting french fries in his mouth and then returning them to the box, likely intended for customers. A woman in the East Main Street McDonald’s kitchen in Southbridge, Massachusetts, can be heard saying, “So, you want fries today, right?” before she mimics […]
McDonald’s reports solid earnings, but CEO cautions that rising gas prices could impact future profits
McDonald’s Posts Strong Earnings Despite Economic Concerns On Thursday, McDonald’s announced unexpectedly positive quarterly profits and sales. However, CEO Chris Kempczinski, who recently drew attention for a rather awkward bite of his company’s hamburger, mentioned that consumer spending might be “a little bit worse” due to rising fuel costs affecting people’s budgets. The fast-food giant’s […]
McDouble deal at $2.50 from McDonald’s faces customer criticism due to price increases
McDonald’s $2.50 McDouble Sparks Mixed Reactions McDonald’s has introduced a $2.50 McDouble as part of its Mac Value Menu for a limited time. However, this move has ignited discussions among customers who are pointing out the ongoing rise in fast food prices. On social media, some users have voiced their frustration, suggesting that McDonald’s is […]
How Burger King’s comeback is impacting McDonald’s
It seems that Burger King is not just sizzling with its beef patties but is also seeing significant growth, which is impacting McDonald’s. The fast-food chain, part of Restaurant Brands International, announced a remarkable 5.8% increase in comparable sales at U.S. locations—this is the strongest growth in nearly two years. Clearly, the competition for the […]
McDonald’s largest competitor in the US closes more than 700 locations
Subway’s Closures Bring McDonald’s One Step Closer to U.S. Dominance Last year, McDonald’s edged closer to becoming the top fast-food chain in the U.S. after its main competitor shuttered hundreds of locations. While McDonald’s holds the title of the world’s largest fast food chain, Subway actually tops the charts in the U.S. with nearly 19,000 […]
McDonald’s is quietly phasing out a popular in-store feature across the country.
McDonald’s Phases Out Self-Serve Soda Fountains in the U.S. McDonald’s is gradually discontinuing self-serve soda fountains in its U.S. restaurants. This change is part of a broader effort by the fast-food giant to modernize dining experiences, cut labor costs, and cater to shifting customer preferences that lean more towards takeout, delivery, and drive-thru services instead […]
McDonald’s struggles to keep the name ‘Extra Value Meal’ after patent office denials
McDonald’s Fights to Regain “Extra Value Meal” Trademark McDonald’s is currently in a battle to reclaim the trademark for its “Extra Value Meal.” The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office turned down the fast-food giant’s application on April 14 for the second time. They argue that the term simply describes a discounted meal option and isn’t […]
McDonald’s introduces protein information for 17 menu items on its app and kiosks.
McDonald’s Enhances Menu with Protein Labels McDonald’s is jumping on the protein bandwagon, recently introducing new labels to over a dozen items on its menu. This move comes as the fast-food chain aims to make it more convenient for customers to find dishes that align with their protein preferences. In a news release, the company […]
Trump receives McDonald’s DoorDash delivery in the Oval Office on Tax Day
Trump Uses McDonald’s Delivery to Promote Tax Policy President Donald Trump made a unique Tax Day pitch on Monday by introducing a DoorDash driver, Sharon Simmons, at the White House. As part of the event, he shared two bags of McDonald’s—his favorite fast food—while promoting a new policy to repeal the tax on tips. During […]
How Burger King is gaining an advantage over McDonald’s with a redesigned Whopper following the CEO’s burger mistake
Burger King’s Gains Against McDonald’s Burger King seems to be making notable gains at the expense of McDonald’s. Recently, a promotional video featuring McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski struggling to enjoy the new Big Arch Burger went viral, not quite in the way the company might have hoped. Coincidentally, the president of Burger King made an […]