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 are in for a treat.
Social media has been abuzz with rumors over the past few weeks that the much-loved McRib is making a shocking comeback.
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The McRib returns after an absence of almost 10 years Credit: Gary Stone
And now the fast food chain has revealed that the iconic burger will indeed be back on sale in just a few days, for the first time since early 2015.
The menu item will be available in UK restaurants from October 16, just over a week from now, for a limited time only.
McDonald’s hasn’t said exactly how long the menu item will be back, but limited-edition additions like this one are usually on sale for about six weeks.
The burger, which combines a pork patty with spicy barbecue sauce, pickles and onions, will retail for £4.49 as an individual item or £6.19 as part of a medium value meal.
The burger, which we were one of the first to try before the launch, contains 509 calories.
Customers have long pleaded for the McRib, which was 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’ve heard our fans loud and clear – fan petitions and pleas on social media – and after nearly a decade of anticipation, we’re delighted to be bringing back this iconic menu item.
“Knowing how much the McRib is loved, we had very little choice – we had to make it happen.”
It came after a mysterious message appeared on dozens of McDonald’s customers’ MyMcDonald’s apps with an error that appeared to be a sign that the McRib was making a comeback.
Fast-food fans reached out to Xu and Facebook two weeks ago, sharing images that showed “page not found” and “McRib Test Notice” error messages popping up on their phones.
Posting on X, one said: ” “Ummm sorry McDonald’s, we’ve all seen it. MCRIB IS BACK!”
A wrapped McDonald’s breakfast with an ax
Another commented: “McDonald’s thought they could sneak this in and I wouldn’t notice. The McRib is coming to the UK.”
Another said: “McDonald’s just notified everyone in the UK that the McRib is coming back with a broken text message,” to which a fellow fan replied: “This isn’t an accident, it’s a marketing ploy. Pretty clever!”
OTHER CHANGES TO THE MCDONALD’S MENU
McDonald’s regularly changes its menu or introduces games to keep customers on their toes.
This fast food chain recently announced that it is adding mini brownies to its menu for the first time.
Customers will be able to try the classic menu item in more than 1,300 UK restaurants from October 16 – the same date as the McRib relaunch.
Foodies can buy a five-pack for £1.49, while a sharing box of 15 will cost £2.99.
Please note that prices vary from restaurant to restaurant so you may pay more or less than these prices.
It’s not yet clear if the hashbrowns will become a permanent menu item, so if you want to try them, hurry.
Six menu items will also be removed later this month when the McDonald’s Monopoly game comes to an end.
These are the six items that customers will have to say goodbye to:
- Philly Cheese Stack
- Chicken Big Mac
- Mozzarella Dippers
- Galaxy Chocolate McFlurry
- Twix Caramel McFlurry
- Twix Latte
If you are interested in how the game works and what prizes you can win, read our article here.
It’s worth noting that McDonald’s regularly updates its menu, so it’s always worth reading the updates online so you don’t miss out.
The chain regularly posts on social media informing customers of any upcoming changes.
How to save money at McDonald’s
You could end up being charged more for a McDonald’s meal just based on the McDonald’s restaurant you choose.
Research by The Sun found that a Big Mac meal can be up to 30% cheaper at restaurants just two miles apart.
You can pick up a Big Mac and fries for just £2.99 at any time by completing the feedback survey found at McDonald’s counters.
The payment receipt should come with a 12-digit code that you can enter on the Food for Thought website with your submitted survey.
You will 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 cash back from your meals.
The MyMcDonald’s app can be downloaded on iPhone and Android phones and is quick to set up.
You can also get free stuff and discounts on your birthday if you’re a My McDonald’s app user.
The chain recently sent reminders to app users to fill in their birthday details – otherwise they could miss out on birthday treats.
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