McDonald's Menu Prices in United States

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McDonald's remains one of the most recognizable fast food brands across the United States, serving everything from all-day breakfast staples to classic burgers in nearly every city and town.

Beyond the core burger lineup, the menu spans chicken and fish sandwiches, a large McCafé coffee program, and a rotating McValue lineup aimed at budget-conscious orders. Below is the full breakdown of USA menu items and current prices by category.
Table of Contents
  1. Burgers
  2. Chicken & Fish
  3. McNuggets & Strips
  4. Breakfast
  5. Fries & Sides
  6. Happy Meal
  7. McCafé
  8. Drinks
  9. Desserts & Shakes
  10. Sauces
  11. Most Popular Items
  12. Hours of Operation
  13. Services & Amenities
  14. Alternatives
  15. FAQs

Hours of Operation

Hours vary significantly by franchise location. Typical breakfast service runs from around 4:00 AM until 10:30 AM on weekdays (11:00 AM on weekends), with the lunch/dinner menu taking over afterward. Many drive-thru locations, especially along highways, operate 24 hours — always confirm your local restaurant's hours in the app.

Services & Amenities

Drive-Thru McDelivery Mobile Order & Pay McCafé Playplace (select locations) MyMcDonald's Rewards

Alternatives to McDonald's

  • Burger King
  • Wendy's
  • Chick-fil-A
  • Popeyes

FAQs

What are the most expensive items on the McDonald's menu?
Based on current listed prices, the highest-priced items are: 40 pc Chicken McNuggets ($13.19), Bacon Quarter Pounder with Cheese ($7.59), Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese ($7.49), 6 pc McNuggets Happy Meal ($7.29), 20 pc Chicken McNuggets ($7.00).
What are the cheapest items on the McDonald's menu?
For budget-friendly options, the lowest-priced items are: Creamy Ranch Sauce ($0.29), Honey Mustard Sauce ($0.29), Spicy Buffalo Sauce ($0.29), Tangy Barbecue Sauce ($0.29), Vanilla Cone ($1.29).
Does McDonald's USA serve breakfast all day?
No, most US locations serve breakfast only until around 10:30 AM on weekdays (11:00 AM on weekends), after which the menu switches to lunch/dinner items.
Can I order McDonald's for delivery?
Yes, through McDelivery in the McDonald's app or third-party partners like DoorDash and Uber Eats. Delivery pricing and fees can differ from in-store prices.
Are McDonald's prices the same at every location?
No. Prices vary by city, state, franchise owner, and format (airport, highway, mall, standard drive-thru), so treat listed prices as a planning guide rather than a fixed national price.
What is McValue?
McValue is McDonald's value platform combining $5 meal deals, buy-one-add-one-for-$1 offers, and other lower-cost combos, mostly redeemed through the app.
Does McDonald's have a rewards program?
Yes, MyMcDonald's Rewards lets you earn points on app orders that can be redeemed for free menu items.

Concluding Remarks

McDonald's USA offers one of the broadest fast food menus in the country, spanning value-priced burgers, a full breakfast lineup, and an extensive McCafé coffee program. Prices vary by state, city, and even by individual franchise, so treat the prices above as a planning guide and confirm the final total in the app or at checkout before ordering.

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Oliver James Lead Menu Researcher

Oliver verifies every menu against official sources and in-store receipts before it goes live, and rechecks pricing on a regular schedule so listings stay accurate as menus change.

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