McDonald’s has officially confirmed the highly anticipated return of the beloved McRib burger, a classic from the 1980s that has not been available in the UK for almost a decade. Speculations and rumours about the comeback of the McRib had been circulating online, with fans eagerly awaiting its return since 2015. The iconic pork burger, featuring barbecue sauce, pickles, and onions, will be back on the menu starting from October 16.
The McRib will be priced at £4.49 for the burger itself or £6.19 as part of a meal. Originally launched in the UK in 1981, the McRib has a dedicated fan base that has been campaigning for its return for years. Thomas O’Neill, the head of menu at McDonald’s UK, expressed the company’s excitement about bringing back this iconic menu item after listening to the passionate pleas from fans on social media.
McDonald’s decision to reintroduce the McRib follows the appearance of messages on their apps earlier in the month hinting at its comeback. Alongside the McRib, the entire menu will undergo some revamping on October 16, with new additions such as mini hash browns joining the breakfast line-up. These changes will be in place until the Christmas line-up is introduced towards the end of the year.
As McDonald’s prepares for the return of the McRib on October 16, six menu items are set to be removed, including the Philly Cheese Stack, Chicken Big Mac, Mozzarella Dippers, Galaxy Chocolate McFlurry, Twix Caramel McFlurry, and Twix Latte. This menu shake-up coincides with the conclusion of the latest McDonald’s peel to win game.
McDonald’s customers can look forward to savoring the McRib once again, as the fast-food chain responds to the overwhelming demand and anticipation for the iconic burger. Fans of the McRib will undoubtedly be delighted by its long-awaited comeback, marking a nostalgic moment for many who have fond memories of enjoying this classic menu item.