Did you know you can get your hands on a Mango McFlurry in Malaysia? Or that McDonald's breakfast menu in Hawaii features rice, eggs and Spam? From the Chicken Big Mac to McSpaghetti, we've rounded up the most delicious foods you can get your hands on at McDonald's restaurants around the world.
Click or scroll through our gallery to discover McDonald's most amazing menu items from across the globe – counting down to the tastiest of them all.
We've based our ranking on the popularity of each food item in its place of origin and beyond, and on the opinions of our well-travelled (and well-fed) team. The list is unavoidably subjective.
McDonald's claims the McKroket is a 'real traditional Dutch burger'. It vaguely describes the sandwich as having McKroket mustard sauce and a McKroket patty. But what is the mysterious McKroket? It's actually a croquette with a crunchy breadcrumb coating, filled with a beef ragout and topped with creamy mustard sauce. The burger is a bit of an acquired taste, but it's a hit in the Netherlands.
At the end of every year, McDonald's in Malaysia releases its Prosperity Menu. The star of the show is supposed to be the Prosperity Burger, which is a chicken or beef patty coated in black pepper sauce and onions. But the real reason everybody gets excited is the Curly Fries. They're a take on regular McDonald's French fries, but with a dash of special seasoning and, well, a fun curly shape.
British McDonald's fans were delighted in November 2024 with the arrival of the Chilli Double Cheeseburger. This limited-run item was a never-before-seen treat in the UK – and the burger, which comes topped with onions, jalapeños, pickles and spicy relish, was an instant hit. A version of the burger was first released in South Africa, though the meat was smothered in nacho cheese sauce and spicy hot sauce instead of spicy relish.
The Cherry Ripe is a much-loved chocolate bar throughout Australia, so this world-first collaboration seems like a no-brainer. When McDonald's finally announced the Cadbury Cherry Ripe McFlurry in December 2024, fans of the chocolate got very excited. It features the iconic vanilla or chocolate soft serve, topped with dark chocolate flakes and drizzled with a Cherry Ripe–style sauce.
Pineapple on pizza has long been a controversial subject, but how do you feel about pineapple on a burger? Australian fans of the Golden Arches got to find out for themselves in December 2024, when McDonald's ushered in the Aussie summer with the release of the Hawaiian McSpicy: a crispy chicken patty topped with a pineapple ring, bacon, lettuce, Aussie Jack cheese and the chain's signature McChicken sauce. This one is likely to be divisive.
As if McDonald’s fries weren’t tasty enough on their own, McDonald's Canada has taken them up a notch by serving them in a version of poutine, the country's much-loved national dish. To make this mouthwatering menu item, classic fries are topped with cheese curds and rich gravy, then served in a cardboard box. A spicy Buffalo chicken version is also available from locations in Québec.
This limited-edition dish pops up fairly regularly in McDonald's restaurants in New Zealand, and it's the kind of niche burger that could only succeed in the country. It's a classic McDonald's bun filled with a beef patty, cheese and salad – so far, so normal. But what takes this burger to another level is the addition of a fried free-range egg and slices of juicy beetroot. Fans say the unusual combination really works.
This warming side is available in Portugal, with a host of tasty varieties to choose from. Bursting with flavour and colour, there’s a creamy carrot option, a sweet pea pot, a green bean style and a Peasant Soup, packed with vegetables, kidney beans, ham and pasta. Who wouldn't want to wrap their hands around one of these?
This fun product from Japan allows you to season your own chicken: simply add the seasoning to the bag, give it a shake and enjoy. You can choose red pepper or Cheddar cheese flavours to add extra oomph to your already tasty crispy chicken. But if you’re not up for seasoning your own food, you can get it plain and allow the onion and garlic flavours to come through.
Head to McDonald’s in Hawaii and you’ll find a surprising regional breakfast dish on the menu. The Local Deluxe Breakfast is piled high with rice, scrambled eggs, Spam and Portuguese sausage. It’s hearty, filling and packed with protein and fibre, making it an ideal breakfast option when you’re on the go.
This breakfast item is available in the UK, and it's perfect for when you want something quick and tasty. It's a simple dish of crispy bacon served in a soft white roll – and it comes with your choice of ketchup or brown sauce (a British staple). You’ll want to pair it with a crispy hash brown or two for the full McDonald's breakfast experience.
McDonald’s isn’t afraid to cater to local tastes, and this traditional dish from Costa Rica is a great example of that. The McPinto Deluxe is a play on gallo pinto, a classic Costa Rican combination of rice and black beans. The McDonald’s meal also features scrambled eggs, custard, plantain, sausage and a couple of tortillas to scoop it all up with.
Patongko doughnuts are a popular street food in Thailand. In fact, they're so popular that McDonald’s Thailand has released its own take on the crispy deep-fried wonders, complete with a sticky condensed milk dip (a popular ingredient in many Thai desserts). These deep-fried pastries have also been offered with custard flavoured with pandan, a fragrant green plant often used in Southeast Asian cooking.
McCafés around the world serve up all sorts of sweet treats – such as this Matcha Red Bean Layer Cake, which is available in Hong Kong outposts. The mille crêpe cake (which translates as a thousand pancake cake) is made with layers of matcha pancakes, matcha cream and red beans. It's not always on the menu, but it regularly features as a limited-edition item.
Italians love their gelato, so it’s no surprise that the country has seen some classy McFlurry flavours come and go. This pistachio version is creamy, crunchy and nutty in equal measure, making it the perfect way to polish off your meal (though it'd be great as a snack, too). The vanilla and pistachio flavours come together in the most delicious way, creating a taste sensation that should definitely be made available worldwide.
A staple of South Indian cuisine, masala dosa is a fermented rice and lentil pancake that typically comes with a spicy potato filling. Ingeniously, McDonald’s India has used the classic dish as inspiration for a burger, putting a turmeric-spiced mashed potato and pea patty inside a bun with plenty of chutney. It's soft and tasty, and it pairs perfectly with the pillowy roll.
Fans of oozy cheese sauce will love this extra-cheesy, extra-tasty burger, which can be found in McDonald’s restaurants in Brazil. It features a beef patty topped with melted Cheddar-flavoured sauce and a layer of soy sauce–soaked grilled onions, and it's served in a brown sesame seed bun. It may be simple, but it’s undeniably delicious.
An Egg McMuffin is always a great way to start the day. This limited-edition mash-up from Canada takes the popular breakfast to a new level by combining the beauty of the McMuffin with a classic BLT. A fresh-as-can-be Canada Grade A egg sits on top of hickory-smoked bacon, lettuce and tomato with a mayo-style sauce and Cheddar cheese – and of course, it’s all sandwiched inside a lightly toasted English muffin.
McDonald’s restaurants in Finland and Sweden were well ahead of the plant-based curve when they launched the McVegan in 2017. This delicious burger features a soy protein patty, vegan mayo, tomato, lettuce, pickles, onions, ketchup and mustard. The McPlant, another vegan burger, launched in 2021 in several countries, featuring plant-based cheese and a Beyond Meat patty.
Malaysia's unofficial national dish, nasi lemak, can be found all over the country – including at McDonald’s. The taste bud–tingling menu item consists of rice cooked in coconut milk and pandan leaves, served with fried anchovies, fresh cucumber and a fried or boiled egg. It comes with spicy sambal sauce (made with chillies, shallots and garlic) and a side of fried chicken.
You might expect this item to feature on an Italian menu, but the Pizza McPuff can actually be found in McDonald's branches in India. This handheld snack sees a mix of vegetables and gooey mozzarella blended into a spiced tomato sauce, then packed inside a savoury dough. It’s oozy and delicious, and it makes a nice change from Chicken McNuggets.
McDonald’s pies are usually sweet, but this Japanese menu item goes down a savoury route. The Bacon Potato Pie was available at McDonald's restaurants in Japan from 1990 until 2002, when it was discontinued – but it’s appeared a few times since. Customers love the creamy filling, which combines fluffy potatoes, crispy bacon and onions.
The perfect post-burger dessert, the fruity Mango McFlurry is a limited-edition menu item found at McDonald’s restaurants in Malaysia. It combines two incredibly tasty ingredients – sweet, juicy mango and chocolatey Oreo bits – and swirls them into vanilla ice cream. Fans go wild when it makes a menu comeback.
Thought smashed avocado was too fancy for McDonald’s? That’s not the case if you’re at one of the chain's restaurants in Chile. Levelling up the classic McChicken, the McPollo Italiano is a sandwich packed with flavour, featuring the usual crispy chicken breast and classic McDonald’s sesame bun – but with a twist. It comes loaded with smashed avocado, tomato and mayonnaise.
This classic breakfast is enjoyed across the US – and the McDonald’s version is a brilliant grab-and-go option for road trips. It can be found on McDonald’s menus throughout the USA, and it features a warm buttermilk biscuit that's sliced and stuffed with Applewood smoked bacon, a folded egg and a slice of melty American cheese. Breakfasts don't get more comforting than this.
If you like your burgers stacked, you’ll love India’s Maharaja Mac. This doubled-up take on the Chicken Big Mac features two smoky flame-grilled chicken patties, lettuce, onion, tomato, cheese and habanero sauce – which gives it a spicy kick. The whole lot comes tucked between three toasted Maharaja (meaning ‘great king’) buns. There's also a veggie version.
In a departure from the standard McChicken Sandwich, McDonald's restaurants in Saudi Arabia serve up the Chicken McArabia. This tasty, healthy sandwich consists of two halal grilled chicken patties, lettuce, tomato, onion slices and garlic sauce, all served in a flatbread. Simple and delicious, it's a satisfying lunch option – and we think it'd taste even better with a few fries stuffed inside.
You’ll find these light bites gracing McDonald’s menus throughout Italy. Served piping hot, Panzerotti are pastry-like snacks that come filled with a mixture of Italian tomatoes and gooey mozzarella – serious cheese pull guaranteed. They're either served in individual portions or as part of the Tasty Basket, which also features Chicken McNuggets and Spicy Chicken McNuggets. They'd make the perfect pre-burger appetiser.
Canadians like their breakfasts with a little added spice, if the Egg & Jalapeño Cheddar McMuffin is anything to go by. This tasty menu item sees a standard McDonald's muffin loaded with an egg, a slice of jalapeño-studded Cheddar and plenty of creamy jalapeño sauce. It's a limited-edition item that regularly pops up in Canada and at select locations in the US, and it certainly packs a punch.
While we all love classic McDonald’s fries, it’s nice to mix things up every now and again. Over in Norway, you can swap them for a portion of these crispy sweet potato fries. It’s the only country in the world where you’ll find McDonald’s serving these fries – and, as you’d expect, they're super tasty, with a hint of sweetness.
If you happen to pay a visit to the Golden Arches in Thailand, be sure to check out the Kaprao Crispy Chicken dish: fried chicken in a sweet and spicy sauce, served with rice (hungry customers can add a fried egg for a little extra, too). We reckon it'd make a nice change from the usual handheld burgers and sandwiches.
If you're a fan of cheese-filled omelettes, you’ll love the Cheesy Eggdesal breakfast sandwich served at McDonald’s branches in the Philippines. It features a fluffy folded egg with melted cheese in the middle, served inside a soft, toasted pandesal bun (a signature Filipino style of bread). Packed with protein and comforting flavours, it’s the ultimate breakfast roll.
Available exclusively in Hong Kong, this hot breakfast favourite features twisty pasta, a fried egg and a sausage patty, all served up in a chicken or tonkotsu broth filled with vegetables. It’s super comforting and practically guaranteed to warm you up on a cold morning. You can also order it with grilled chicken or ham and egg.
Unfortunately for bacon lovers around the world, this towering burger is only available in Argentina. The Grand Tasty Turbo Double Bacon comes stuffed with bacon slices, bacon bits, two beef patties, Tasty sauce, lettuce, onion and two slices of Cheddar cheese. That's a whole lot of flavour!
You might think golden, crunchy Apple Pie is central to McDonald’s dessert menu – but that's not the case in China. Here, they serve taro (a starchy vegetable) and pineapple twists on the classic sweet treat. People say the texture inside the Taro Pie is similar to that of mashed potatoes, except it’s sweet and brightly coloured. Well worth a try, the whole thing comes encased in McDonald’s signature crispy pastry shell.
The Chicken McDo with McSpaghetti – which consists of a portion of spaghetti in a minced beef and tomato sauce, topped with cheese and served with a piece of crispy chicken – is a classic McDonald’s menu choice in the Philippines. It might sound a little unusual, but it's graced the menu since the early 1970s, and it continues to be a bestseller.
Porridge can be found on fast food menus across Asia – so it's no surprise that it’s available at McDonald’s here, too. A popular breakfast option, it's been offered in a range of flavours and styles over the years. In Thailand, jasmine rice is combined with a bacon bisque and either pork or chicken to make the Bacon Bisque McPorridge (pictured). Meanwhile, in Malaysia, the Bubur Ayam McD tops warming porridge with spring onions, ginger, fried shallots and chillies.
You'll find the tempting Samurai Pork Burger (pictured on the right) at McDonald's restaurants throughout Thailand. Served in a classic sesame seed bun, it features a pork patty slathered in teriyaki sauce and topped with crisp lettuce and mayonnaise. Worked up an appetite? There’s also the option to double it up or add an egg. It’s super saucy and seriously succulent.
In February 2023, Germany became the first country to trial McPlant Nuggets, created in partnership with meat substitute company Beyond Meat. The bite-sized snacks are made with a mix of wheat and pea protein, and they feature that signature McDonald’s crispy nugget coating. They'd make the perfect dippable alternative to a McPlant burger and fries.
Lucky Australians can get their hands on one of the best McDonald's breakfasts we've ever seen. The Big Brekkie Burger comes stacked with a beef patty, a crispy hash brown, an egg, a slice of bacon, melted cheese and barbecue sauce, all in a toasted sesame bun. Perfect for those mornings when your usual toast and cereal won't cut it!
You'll find the McDonald's hash brown in plenty of places across the world, but only Germany has had the genius idea of putting one in a burger. That’s essentially what the Big Rösti is – and, as if that weren't enough, it also comes with cheese and bacon. Usually available in winter, the Big Rösti has come in a couple of comforting variations: the Big Rösti Raclette (with extra cheese) and a version amped up with cranberry sauce.
One of McDonald’s most delectable inventions, this brilliant burger was designed with cheese lovers in mind. The McSpicy Paneer, found at McDonald’s in India, contains a crispy patty made with (you guessed it!) paneer – a cheese popular in Indian cooking. It comes with a creamy tandoori sauce and a crispy lettuce topping, all inside a classic McDonald’s sesame seed bun. It’s gooey, messy and utterly delicious.
To make this quintessentially Japanese McDonald's burger, a juicy beef patty is coated in a sweet and salty teriyaki glaze, topped with lettuce and mayo, then packed into a soft sesame seed bun. If you’re really hungry, try the doubled-up version of the burger, which comes with twice the meat – or, if you prefer poultry, plump for the chicken option.
Sweet-toothed McDonald’s fans in Thailand rave about the Corn Pie, a treat that comes in the Apple Pie's signature shell, but features a filling of sweet, salty, creamy corn. First sold here, it soon became popular with South Koreans visiting Thailand – and it was subsequently launched in South Korea for a short period. It's one of McDonald's most legendary country-specific menu items.
The Chicken Big Mac finally made its way to the US in October 2024 after featuring on menus in the UK, Canada and Australia. This sandwich is exactly what it sounds like: a Big Mac filled with chicken instead of beef. Fans say the two tempura-breaded chicken patties inside the burger are delicious, and the sandwich skips the minced onions to let the poultry flavour speak for itself. This was one new release that was definitely worth the hype.
This indulgent pork burger can be found on McDonald’s menus in South Korea. Named after the popular Korean barbecue dish, it consists of a pork patty covered in sweet, sticky bulgogi sauce, served in a bun with lettuce and mayo. You can also order it as a double or ask for an egg on top (if you want to make it a real feast).
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Last updated by Luke Paton.