McDonald's Makes Major Menu Change
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A brand new McDonald's burger has stormed "up to the big leagues" and will now be part of the McValue Meal Deal menu from Tuesday.
The "Daily Double" burger first featured in a trial hosted by select restaurants before it was rolled out nationally last month. But even more diners look set to try the fast food chain's latest dish, because it is now available as part of a more cost-effective meal deal bundle.
Newsweek has reached out to McDonald's by email seeking further information and comment.
A McDonald's restaurant pictured in July 2024 in Burbank, California.
A McDonald's restaurant pictured in July 2024 in Burbank, California.The Context
McDonald's has more than 36,000 restaurants operating in more than 100 countries. The McDonald's website says it "proudly serves 63 million customers every day around the globe."
Founded in California in 1940 by the McDonald brothers, the restaurant moved toward a franchise business model and by 2024 the company boasted some 13,557 restaurants across the U.S., according to number-crunching website Statista.
What To Know
The Daily Double features "two 100% beef patties, seasoned to perfection, and topped with melty American cheese, shredded lettuce, slivered onions, mayo and two juicy slices of tomato," McDonald's says.
The burger performed well after it was trialed at various restaurants across the country, in Chicago, Miami, and Seattle, and was subsequently added to menus throughout the U.S. on June 26.
From Tuesday, July 22, the Daily Double will be available a new entree option on the popular McValue Meal Deal bundle, which includes an entree plus a 4-piece Chicken McNuggets, small fries and a small soft drink. It will cost around $6 or $7 depending on the store.
What People Are Saying
A press release published by McDonald's about the new burger said: "The Daily Double is moving up to the big leagues. Already a hit in local markets like Chicago, Miami, and Seattle, this fan-favorite burger is officially joining our national menu 'roster'- available at participating McDonald's restaurants across the U.S. through the end of 2025...
"Starting July 22, the Daily Double will also be a new entree option in our popular McValue Meal Deal bundle, priced at $6 or $7 depending on your local restaurant...
"McValue is all about flexibility and giving you even more ways to save on the food you love. So whether you keep it classic with a McChicken or McDouble Meal Deal, or decide to dial up your order with the Daily Double...you're getting more, for less."
Other deals will also be available, the company added, concluding their statement by saying: "Because as the summer heats up...so are the savings at McDonald's."
What Happens Next
Customers who want to try the Daily Double should check their local restaurants to confirm the burger is available at their particular location.
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