McDonald’s Menu Prices by Category

Every combo meal includes a main entrée, an order of World Famous Fries, and a soft drink. Combo pricing saves you roughly 12–18% compared to ordering each item individually (a la carte). If you want a filling McDonald’s meal without overthinking the menu or your budget, these combo meals bundle everything together.

🥞 Breakfast Meals

🍔 Lunch & Dinner Meals

McDonald’s $1 $2 $3 Dollar Menu Prices

The Dollar Menu concept, originally launched in 2002 as a direct competitive response to Wendy’s value menu, has evolved into the McValue platform. While individual items no longer cost exactly $1.00 due to food cost inflation (USDA food-at-home CPI rose 25.3% between 2020–2024), these value-tier items remain the cheapest entry point to a McDonald’s meal. When you think of the McDonald’s Dollar Menu, there are hidden gems on the Value Menu that can fill you up, save you money, and even help you build your own custom combos.

McDonald’s Breakfast $1 Dollar Menu Prices

McDonald’s Breakfast Menu Prices

McDonald’s breakfast menu — served from restaurant open until 10:30 AM on weekdays and 11:00 AM on weekends — generates roughly 25% of total U.S. revenue. The Egg McMuffin remains the most-ordered breakfast item in the QSR industry. All breakfast eggs are freshly cracked Grade A eggs, and the sausage is made from pork with a proprietary spice blend developed by McDonald’s supply chain partner, Lopez Foods.

McDonald’s Breakfast Sides & Hash Brown Prices

McDonald’s Burger Prices

The burger lineup spans from the entry-level Hamburger at $2.69 to the premium Bacon Quarter Pounder with Cheese at $7.59. Every patty is made from 100% pure USDA-inspected beef with no fillers, additives, or preservatives. The Big Mac — featuring two 1/10 lb. beef patties, special sauce, lettuce, American cheese, pickles, and onions on a three-part sesame seed bun — remains the best-selling burger globally. Looking for a McDonald’s burger near you? Choose from a large selection of hot and juicy burgers and order your favorite from the full menu in the app using contactless Mobile Order & Pay for pickup or McDelivery®.

McDonald’s Chicken & Fish Sandwich Prices

McDonald’s chicken segment has grown into a powerhouse category, directly competing with Chick-fil-A and Popeyes. The McCrispy — launched nationally in 2021 — features a Southern-style crispy chicken fillet with crinkle-cut pickles on a toasted, buttery potato roll. Chicken McNuggets are made from white-meat chicken breast coated in a tempura batter and remain the #1 ordered chicken item across all U.S. quick-service restaurants. When cravings for chicken or fish hit, choose from savory classics like the McChicken®, Filet-O-Fish® and McCrispy™.

McDonald’s McNuggets® & McCrispy™ Strips Prices

Check out McDonald’s Chicken McNuggets and McCrispy Strips, then choose your size and think about which sauce you want for the perfect dip. The Filet-O-Fish was invented in 1962 by Lou Groen, a Cincinnati franchise owner, for his Catholic customer base during Lent. The fillet is made from wild-caught Alaska Pollock, certified by the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC).

McDonald’s Snack Wrap® Prices

McDonald’s Fries, Sides, Sauces & Condiments Prices

Looking for the perfect McDonald’s sides for your meal? Order a sandwich or burger with McDonald’s Fries, and don’t forget your favorite McDonald’s dipping sauces!

Sauces & Condiments

McDonald’s Happy Meal® Prices

Introduced in June 1979 by McDonald’s regional advertising manager Dick Brams, the Happy Meal includes an entrée, apple slices, a kids’ drink, and a collectible toy. McDonald’s partners with major entertainment franchises including Disney and DreamWorks for limited-edition toys. Enjoy an easy meal for kids when you order a Happy Meal® with options like a Hamburger or Chicken McNuggets®.

McDonald’s Sweets & Treats (Dessert Prices)

The dessert menu is anchored by the McFlurry — soft-serve vanilla ice cream blended with candy toppings. First invented in 1997 in Bathurst, New Brunswick, Canada, the McFlurry generates an estimated $1.2 billion in annual global sales. The vanilla soft serve contains milk, sugar, cream, corn syrup, and natural flavor with no artificial preservatives. Satisfy your sweet tooth with a sweet treat from McDonald’s Sweets & Treats Menu!

McDonald’s McCafé® Coffees Menu Prices

The McCafé brand, launched in Australia in 1993, directly competes with Starbucks and Dunkin’ by offering espresso-based beverages at 30–50% lower price points. All McCafé espresso drinks use 100% Rainforest Alliance Certified Arabica beans sourced from Brazil, Colombia, Guatemala, and Costa Rica. Explore the full McCafé® Coffee menu for a selection of espresso drinks and coffee at McDonald’s.

McDonald’s Beverages Menu Prices

All fountain soft drinks — Coca-Cola®, Sprite®, Dr Pepper®, Fanta® Orange, Diet Coke®, and Hi-C® Orange Lavaburst® — are priced at a flat $1.69 regardless of size. This aggressive pricing strategy is designed to drive foot traffic and app engagement through the McDonald’s App. Enjoy a wide selection of refreshing drinks, frozen drinks, smoothies, teas and more.

McDonald’s Shareables & Bundles Prices

Shareables bundles are designed for families, parties, and group orders. The 40 pc. McNuggets pack brings the per-nugget cost down to approximately $0.33 each compared to $0.80 each when buying a 4-pack — a savings of over 58%.

McDonald’s Most Popular Items & Meals

These are the meals and sandwiches that are ordered the most — from crispy chicken options to the classic Big Mac® and Double Quarter Pounder®.

McDonald’s Best Value Picks (2026)

Looking for the best McDonald’s value picks in 2026? Here’s a simple table that shows the most budget-friendly menu items and deals.

McDonald’s Dietary Options & Healthier Choices

McDonald’s has a few simple menu choices that can fit into a lighter meal plan when you pick smaller portions and skip extra sauces. Here’s a quick-reference dietary guide.

McDonald’s Secret Menu Items & How to Order

While McDonald’s does not officially acknowledge a “secret menu,” the flexibility of their POS system allows cashiers to ring up virtually any combination. Always describe the exact modifications rather than using the secret name. For the complete guide, see our McDonald’s Secret Menu page.

McDonald’s Deals, Coupons & MyMcDonald’s Rewards

Enjoying the full McDonald’s menu does not have to be expensive. The McValue platform offers value-tier items starting as low as $1.39, while seasonal bundles like the Classic Big Mac Pack ($22.39) and the 40-piece McNuggets & 2 Large Fries combo ($19.69) provide families with massive savings. The McDonald’s App (available on iOS and Android) is the single best tool for saving money. Every dollar you spend earns 100 MyMcDonald’s Rewards points, redeemable at four tiers:

McDonald’s Hours (USA)

Most locations are open 24 hours. Hours may vary by restaurant. Late-night menu availability differs from dining-room hours at some locations.

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McDonald’s Our Story

McDonald’s story began in 1954 when Ray Kroc, a milkshake machine salesman, discovered a small but successful hamburger restaurant owned by Richard and Maurice McDonald in San Bernardino, California. Impressed by their efficient “Speedee Service System,” which allowed for quick service and consistent quality, Kroc saw the potential for franchising their concept nationwide.

In 1955, Kroc opened the first franchised McDonald’s restaurant in Des Plaines, Illinois. Within five years, over 200 locations had opened across the United States. In 1961, Kroc purchased the McDonald brothers’ interests for $2.7 million, gaining full control. Under his leadership, McDonald’s became the world’s largest fast-food chain, with over 40,000 restaurants in more than 100 countries today.

All McDonald’s Menu: A Complete Guide to Tasty Favorites

Going to McDonald’s is more than just eating — it is about enjoying familiar, comforting flavors that millions of people around the world have grown up with. From the famous Big Mac with its signature special sauce to golden Chicken McNuggets served with Tangy BBQ or Sweet ‘N Sour dipping sauce, and from the warm Egg McMuffin on a busy morning commute to a late-night McFlurry after a long day, this menu truly has something for every craving, every budget, and every time of day.

Whether you are grabbing a quick solo snack through the drive-through window, ordering a full family meal from the McDonald’s App, or splitting a 40-piece McNuggets Shareable with friends on game night, the Golden Arches deliver consistent quality backed by a supply chain that processes over 9 million pounds of potatoes and 2.5 billion pounds of beef per year across 40,000+ global locations.

Why People Love McDonald’s

People keep coming back to McDonald’s for its unbeatable combination of taste, speed, and variety. Best-sellers like the Chicken McNuggets, the OREO McFlurry, and the classic Egg McMuffin have earned permanent spots in the American fast food landscape. Customization is another major reason — through the McDonald’s App or at the counter, you can swap sauces, add extra toppings like bacon or a round egg, request no pickles, or upgrade your fries to a large.

Price and Value for Money

McDonald’s consistently strikes the right balance between taste, portion size, and price. A full Big Mac Combo costs $10.19 and delivers a satisfying meal. For budget-conscious individuals, the McDouble at $3.59 packs 400 calories — arguably the best calorie-per-dollar ratio in fast food. Ingredients are sourced from established partners: 100% USDA-inspected beef from Cargill and JBS USA, sustainably certified Alaska Pollock from the Marine Stewardship Council, Rainforest Alliance Certified Arabica coffee beans, and Russet Burbank potatoes from farms in Washington and Idaho.

McDonald’s USA Location, Contact & Opening Hours

Frequently Asked Questions About McDonald’s Menu Prices

Conclusion

The McDonald’s menu is more than just a collection of burgers, fries, and shakes — it represents flavors, moments, and memories that span multiple generations. From a quick Sausage Burrito at 7:00 AM on a workday to a late-night McFlurry with friends after a concert, and from a Hamburger Happy Meal for your child’s first fast food experience to a Bacon Quarter Pounder with Cheese to reward yourself after a tough week — there is genuinely something for everyone. The combination of reasonable prices, proven recipes, exclusive app deals, and that unmistakable McDonald’s taste is exactly why the Golden Arches remain the most visited restaurant brand in human history, serving 69 million customers every single day.