McDonald’s reveals iconic menu item is returning to the UK in just DAYS after almost a decade
MCDONALD’S has confirmed it is bringing back an iconic burger that hasn’t been seen in the UK for almost a decade – and fans will be delighted.
Social media has been awash with rumours over the past few weeks that the much-loved McRib was making a shock comeback.
And now, the fast food chain has revealed the legendary burger will indeed be back on sale in just days for the first time since early 2015.
The menu item will be available across UK restaurants from October 16, just over a week away, for a limited time only.
The burger, which combines a pork patty with tangy barbecue sauce, pickles and onions, will be on sale for £4.49 as an individual item or £6.19 as part of a medium extra value meal.
The burger itself contains 509 calories.
Customers have long begged for the McRib, which first launched in the UK in 1981, to return to menus after it was abruptly removed almost a decade ago.
Thomas O’Neill, head of menu at McDonald’s UK, said: “We have heard our fans loud and clear – the fan petitions and pleas on social – and after almost a decade of anticipation, we are thrilled to bring back this iconic menu item.
“Knowing how well-loved the McRib is, we had very little choice – we had to make it happen.”
It comes after a mystery message appeared on dozens of McDonald’s customers MyMcDonald’s apps with a glitch that appeared to signify the McRib was returning.
Fast food fans took to X and Facebook two weeks ago sharing images that showed “page not found” and “McRib Test Notification” error messages that had cropped up on their phones.
Posting on X, one said: ” “Ummm excuse me McDonald’s, we all saw it. THE MCRIB IS COMING BACK!”
Another commented: “McDonald’s thought they could sneak this one by and I wouldn’t notice. McRib coming to the UK.”
Another said “McDonald’s just let everyone in the UK know the McRib is coming back with a broken text notification”, to which a fellow fan replied: “This isn’t an accident, it’s a marketing ploy. Rather clever!”
OTHER MCDONALD’S MENU CHANGES
McDonald’s regularly shakes up its menu or introduces games to keep customers on their toes.
The fast food chain recently announced it is adding mini hashbrowns to menus for the first time.
Customers will be able to get the twist on a classic menu item across more than 1,300 UK restaurants from October 16 – the same date the McRib is being relaunched.
Foodies can pick up a five-pack for £1.49 while a 15-piece sharebox will cost £2.99.
Remember though that prices do vary from restaurant to restaurant so you could pay more or less than these prices.
It is not yet clear whether the hashbrowns will become a permanent menu item, so if you want to give them a go, make sure you’re quick.
Six menu items will also be removed later this month when the McDonald’s Monopoly game comes to a close.
These are the six items that customers will have to wave goodbye to:
- Philly Cheese Stack
- Chicken Big Mac
- Mozzarella Dippers
- Galaxy Chocolate McFlurry
- Twix Caramel McFlurry
- Twix Latte
If you are curious about how the game works and what prizes you can win, read our article here.
It is worth bearing in mind that McDonald’s regularly updates its menu, so it is always worth reading updates online to avoid missing out.
The chain regularly posts on social media informing customers of any upcoming changes.
How to save at McDonald's
You could end up being charged more for a McDonald's meal based solely on the McDonald's restaurant you choose.
Research by The Sun found a Big Mac meal can be up to 30% cheaper at restaurants just two miles apart from each other.
You can pick up a Big Mac and fries for just £2.99 at any time by filling in a feedback survey found on McDonald’s receipts.
The receipt should come with a 12-digit code which you can enter into the Food for Thought website alongside your submitted survey.
You’ll then receive a five-digit code which is your voucher for the £2.99 offer.
There are some deals and offers you can only get if you have the My McDonald’s app, so it’s worth signing up to get money off your meals.
The MyMcDonald’s app can be downloaded on iPhone and Android phones and is quick to set up.
You can also bag freebies and discounts on your birthday if you’re a My McDonald’s app user.
The chain has recently sent out reminders to app users to fill out their birthday details – otherwise they could miss out on birthday treats.
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