According to the World Economic Forum, McDonald’s is the most popular fast-food restaurant in the world, serving more than 69 million customers daily. More than 90% of McDonald’s restaurants are independently owned and operated by franchisees, and the company operates more than 38,000 restaurants worldwide in more than 100 countries.
The secret menu is pure ingenuity and flavor combined with twisting things for those in the know. People love these secret menu items because they turn familiar favorites into exciting new meals. It is a fun way of rediscovering McDonald’s and experimenting with ingredients you already love in unexpected ways.
The McBrunch Burger
It combines the best McDonald’s breakfast and lunch into one satisfying creation. Starting with a double cheeseburger base, a crispy hash brown, strips of bacon added on top, and a fried egg, puts it over the top in this hearty, flavor-filled bite.
This item bridges the late-morning gap between when breakfast and lunch are served. To order, request each component and have them assembled into one sandwich. This filling burger is ideal for satisfying morning cravings and energizing your day.
Land, Sea, and Air Burger
Variety being the spice of life, this multi-layered burger is your ticket to a crazy sandwich that shoehorns beef, chicken, and fish in one bun. Start with a Big Mac, then ask them to throw in a McChicken patty and a Filet-O-Fish patty sandwiched in between.
Juicy beef, crispy chicken, and flaky fish are in sweet harmony. This is a must for truly adventurous eaters who want to taste everything McDonald’s offers in its protein options.
Grilled Cheese
Order a simple, comforting grilled cheese sandwich made with soft McDonald’s buns and melted American cheese. Ask the staff to grill the buns until golden brown, with the cheese oozing inside.
This vegetarian dessert alternative is cheap and satisfying enough for those wanting to bring them back to their childhood or just for those who feel like having something lighter than a meal.
Apple Pie McFlurry
This genius dessert marries the warm flakiness of a McDonald’s apple pie with the extraordinary richness of a McFlurry. Request your preferred flavor of McFlurry, usually vanilla or Oreo, and then ask that an entire apple pie be blended into it.
In the United States, a regular McFlurry usually costs around $3.39. The price of the Apple Pie is $1.89. The result is a tasty combination of crispy pastry, a spiced apple filling, and ice cream—a perfect mashup for an imaginative, indulgent dessert that pairs hot and cold elements.
Big Mac Chicken
A new version of the classic Big Mac sports McChicken patties instead of beef. You still get the iconic Big Mac sauce, shredded lettuce, pickles, and sesame seed bun, but the crispy chicken adds a lighter, crunchier texture.
The Chicken Big Mac has 530 calories versus 493 in the classic Big Mac. It is a great option for those who enjoy the flavors of the Big Mac but prefer poultry over beef.
Poor Man's Big Mac
For a budget Big Mac alternative, order a McDouble and ask for Big Mac sauce and shredded lettuce to be added. The “Poor Man’s” Big Mac will run $1.49 compared to $3.99 for the regular one. The only difference is the pesky piece of bread in the middle and the lettuce.
Ditching the middle bun creates a simplified take on McDonald’s signature burger, which has all the flavor but costs less. This hack is perfect for those who want the Big Mac experience without the premium price tag.
The Monster Mac
Take that Big Mac to an insane level by adding extra beef patties—up to eight! Order a Big Mac and ask for more patties to get a skyscraper of a burger. This over-the-top creation is perfect for meat lovers or anyone seeking a fast-food challenge. Be prepared to pay more for each additional patty and have a big appetite to finish it.
The McKinley Mac
This marks the upgrade of regular Big Mac beef patties to quarter-pound ones. The end product is a much heartier burger with juicier bites.
You still get the classic Big Mac ingredients with the tangy sauce but with a beefier punch. It is for those who love the flavors of the Big Mac but want a lot more meals than that.
Chicken McGriddle
This hack is a sweet and savory breakfast treat that replaces the sausage or bacon in the McGriddle sandwich with a McChicken patty. The syrupy griddle cakes go nicely with the crispy chicken to create an exciting mix of flavors.
It is an excellent option for those who enjoy chicken and waffles but want a portable version for the morning.
Big Mac Sauce Fries
McDonald’s fries are legendary, but dip them in Big Mac sauce, and they are on an entirely different level. Request the side of this tangy, creamy sauce and enjoy your fries with this flavor-packed dip. Big Mac sauce charges salty, crispy fries with a rich and sweet turn.
Ice Cream Sandwich
This unusual, sweet, and salty food combination is a customizable dessert. Order two cookies from McDonald’s bakery menu and a soft-serve cone.
Place the ice cream between the cookies to create an at-home ice cream sandwich that melts together the warmth and chew of the cookies and the smooth coldness of McDonald’s classic ice cream.
Hash Brown McMuffin
Add a little extra crunch to your breakfast by slipping a hash brown into your egg McMuffin. The golden, crispy hash brown pairs beautifully with the savory sausage or bacon, egg, and cheese layers of the sandwich. This modest addition takes the already deliciously indulgent McMuffin to satisfying heights.
Surf & Turf Burger
This burger combines land and sea flavors: a double cheeseburger and a Filet-O-Fish. The creaminess of the tartar sauce, in addition to the juiciness of the beef, achieves a great combination of flavors. Request both sandwiches and assemble them yourself or ask the staff to do it. It’s kind of weird, but trust us, it is great for seafood and burger lovers alike.
Cheeseburger Deluxe
Order a simple cheeseburger and add fresh lettuce, tomato, and pickles. This little addition will turn your simple cheeseburger into a nicer and more filling meal without straying too far from McDonald’s classic taste. It’s suitable for those who want freshness and vegetables.
McCrepe
Turn the pancake into a creative breakfast treat by merging it with a yogurt parfait: Spread the parfait over the hotcake, roll it on up, and begin enjoying a fruity, creamy, sweet crepe-like dish. This do-it-yourself option is fun to assemble and deliciously delectable, making it excellent for anyone who desires something unique for their morning meals.
The secret menu is pure ingenuity and flavor combined with twisting things for those in the know. People love these secret menu items because they turn familiar favorites into exciting new meals. It is a fun way of rediscovering McDonald’s and experimenting with ingredients you already love in unexpected ways.
The McBrunch Burger
It combines the best McDonald’s breakfast and lunch into one satisfying creation. Starting with a double cheeseburger base, a crispy hash brown, strips of bacon added on top, and a fried egg, puts it over the top in this hearty, flavor-filled bite.
This item bridges the late-morning gap between when breakfast and lunch are served. To order, request each component and have them assembled into one sandwich. This filling burger is ideal for satisfying morning cravings and energizing your day.
Land, Sea, and Air Burger
Variety being the spice of life, this multi-layered burger is your ticket to a crazy sandwich that shoehorns beef, chicken, and fish in one bun. Start with a Big Mac, then ask them to throw in a McChicken patty and a Filet-O-Fish patty sandwiched in between.
Juicy beef, crispy chicken, and flaky fish are in sweet harmony. This is a must for truly adventurous eaters who want to taste everything McDonald’s offers in its protein options.
Grilled Cheese
Order a simple, comforting grilled cheese sandwich made with soft McDonald’s buns and melted American cheese. Ask the staff to grill the buns until golden brown, with the cheese oozing inside.
This vegetarian dessert alternative is cheap and satisfying enough for those wanting to bring them back to their childhood or just for those who feel like having something lighter than a meal.
Apple Pie McFlurry
This genius dessert marries the warm flakiness of a McDonald’s apple pie with the extraordinary richness of a McFlurry. Request your preferred flavor of McFlurry, usually vanilla or Oreo, and then ask that an entire apple pie be blended into it.
In the United States, a regular McFlurry usually costs around $3.39. The price of the Apple Pie is $1.89. The result is a tasty combination of crispy pastry, a spiced apple filling, and ice cream—a perfect mashup for an imaginative, indulgent dessert that pairs hot and cold elements.
Big Mac Chicken
A new version of the classic Big Mac sports McChicken patties instead of beef. You still get the iconic Big Mac sauce, shredded lettuce, pickles, and sesame seed bun, but the crispy chicken adds a lighter, crunchier texture.
The Chicken Big Mac has 530 calories versus 493 in the classic Big Mac. It is a great option for those who enjoy the flavors of the Big Mac but prefer poultry over beef.
Poor Man's Big Mac
For a budget Big Mac alternative, order a McDouble and ask for Big Mac sauce and shredded lettuce to be added. The “Poor Man’s” Big Mac will run $1.49 compared to $3.99 for the regular one. The only difference is the pesky piece of bread in the middle and the lettuce.
Ditching the middle bun creates a simplified take on McDonald’s signature burger, which has all the flavor but costs less. This hack is perfect for those who want the Big Mac experience without the premium price tag.
The Monster Mac
Take that Big Mac to an insane level by adding extra beef patties—up to eight! Order a Big Mac and ask for more patties to get a skyscraper of a burger. This over-the-top creation is perfect for meat lovers or anyone seeking a fast-food challenge. Be prepared to pay more for each additional patty and have a big appetite to finish it.
The McKinley Mac
This marks the upgrade of regular Big Mac beef patties to quarter-pound ones. The end product is a much heartier burger with juicier bites.
You still get the classic Big Mac ingredients with the tangy sauce but with a beefier punch. It is for those who love the flavors of the Big Mac but want a lot more meals than that.
Chicken McGriddle
This hack is a sweet and savory breakfast treat that replaces the sausage or bacon in the McGriddle sandwich with a McChicken patty. The syrupy griddle cakes go nicely with the crispy chicken to create an exciting mix of flavors.
It is an excellent option for those who enjoy chicken and waffles but want a portable version for the morning.
Big Mac Sauce Fries
McDonald’s fries are legendary, but dip them in Big Mac sauce, and they are on an entirely different level. Request the side of this tangy, creamy sauce and enjoy your fries with this flavor-packed dip. Big Mac sauce charges salty, crispy fries with a rich and sweet turn.
Ice Cream Sandwich
This unusual, sweet, and salty food combination is a customizable dessert. Order two cookies from McDonald’s bakery menu and a soft-serve cone.
Place the ice cream between the cookies to create an at-home ice cream sandwich that melts together the warmth and chew of the cookies and the smooth coldness of McDonald’s classic ice cream.
Hash Brown McMuffin
Add a little extra crunch to your breakfast by slipping a hash brown into your egg McMuffin. The golden, crispy hash brown pairs beautifully with the savory sausage or bacon, egg, and cheese layers of the sandwich. This modest addition takes the already deliciously indulgent McMuffin to satisfying heights.
Surf & Turf Burger
This burger combines land and sea flavors: a double cheeseburger and a Filet-O-Fish. The creaminess of the tartar sauce, in addition to the juiciness of the beef, achieves a great combination of flavors. Request both sandwiches and assemble them yourself or ask the staff to do it. It’s kind of weird, but trust us, it is great for seafood and burger lovers alike.
Cheeseburger Deluxe
Order a simple cheeseburger and add fresh lettuce, tomato, and pickles. This little addition will turn your simple cheeseburger into a nicer and more filling meal without straying too far from McDonald’s classic taste. It’s suitable for those who want freshness and vegetables.
McCrepe
Turn the pancake into a creative breakfast treat by merging it with a yogurt parfait: Spread the parfait over the hotcake, roll it on up, and begin enjoying a fruity, creamy, sweet crepe-like dish. This do-it-yourself option is fun to assemble and deliciously delectable, making it excellent for anyone who desires something unique for their morning meals.
