McDonald's

McDonald's sources its beef from a network of approved suppliers, primarily in the US (e.g., Lopez Foods, Cargill, Tyson) for US patties. Globally, sourcing varies, Europe uses mostly local beef; McDonald's claims its beef is 100% real beef with no fillers, but it can include multiple cuts and beef trimmings. The company does not disclose exact farm origins.

No. McDonald's macarons are not gluten-free. According to the company's allergen info for most markets (including the US and UK), they contain wheat flour (gluten). People with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity should avoid them.

Yes, McDonald's hamburgers are made with 100% beef with no fillers or extenders, according to the company. However, the beef is ground from trimmings and includes no other animal protein. Independent tests have generally confirmed this, though the patties do contain salt and pepper.

McDonald's is a publicly traded corporation (NYSE: MCD) owned by shareholders. The largest institutional shareholders include Vanguard Group, BlackRock, and State Street. There is no single owner; the board and CEO (Chris Kempczinski) represent shareholder interests.

McDonald's as a restaurant concept was founded by Richard and Maurice McDonald (the McDonald brothers) in 1940 in San Bernardino, California. They pioneered the Speedee Service System.

The McDonald brothers, Richard and Maurice, founded the first McDonald's restaurant. However, Ray Kroc is often called the 'founder of McDonald's Corporation' because he built the franchising empire and bought them out in 1961. Legally, Kroc is the founder of the modern corporation.

Ronald McDonald is the primary mascot. He's a clown character used in advertising and charity work since 1963. Other mascots include Grimace, Hamburglar, and Birdie the Early Bird.

This is a reference to the nursery rhyme 'Old MacDonald Had a Farm,' which shares a name but has no connection to the McDonald's restaurant chain. It's a pun, people are not asking about an actual farm owned by McDonald's.

McDonald's was started by Richard and Maurice McDonald, who opened the first stand in 1940. The franchising model that made it global was started by Ray Kroc, who joined in 1954.

Hundreds of McDonald's locations worldwide are open at any given time. To find out which specific McDonald's is open, you need to check a local search engine or the McDonald's app, as hours vary by franchise.

In the US, some McDonald's locations accept EBT (food stamp) payments through the SNAP program, but participation is up to individual franchise owners. Not all locations accept it. The app does not typically support EBT.

Many McDonald's locations are open 24 hours, especially those in urban areas, near highways, or in mall food courts. However, it's not universal. Use the McDonald's app or website locator to find 24-hour stores.

McDonald's locations have different hours; there is no single answer. Use the McDonald's locator tool or Google Maps filtered for 'open now' to see which are currently serving.

That depends on your location. Use the McDonald's app or Google Maps to find nearby stores and check their hours. Standard opening hours are often 6 AM to 11 PM, but many vary.

Collectible McDonald's trading cards or promotional cards (like from the Monopoly game) can become rare. The most valuable are usually complete sets or rare pieces from the Monopoly game, which can sell for hundreds or thousands of dollars online.

To find out which McDonald's location you are at, check the store's receipt, the store number visible on registers/drive-thru signs, or use the McDonald's app's location feature. Google Maps also shows the store name.

In the US, McDonald's usually hires at age 15 or 16, depending on state labor laws. Some independent franchises might hire at 14 with a work permit in certain states (e.g., Ohio, Wisconsin), but this is rare. Check local stores directly.

McDonald's customer service number is 1-800-244-6227 (US) or +1 (630) 623-3000 for corporate. But 'McDonald's number' likely means the store phone number; that varies by location.

Current Happy Meal toys change every few weeks. As of early 2025, popular themes include tie-ins with Disney movies or Nickelodeon characters. Check the McDonald's app or website for the latest promotion.

In most US McDonald's locations, breakfast service ends at 10:30 AM (or 11:00 AM at some stores). Time can vary by franchise and country. The company has experimented with all-day breakfast but dropped it in 2020.

McDonald's typically starts serving breakfast at 5:00 AM to 6:00 AM, depending on the location. Some 24-hour stores start breakfast at midnight. Exact times vary by franchise and region.

McDonald's closing times vary widely. Many suburban locations close around 11:00 PM or midnight, while 24-hour locations never close. Check the specific store's hours on the app or Google Maps.

Breakfast ends at 10:30 AM at most US McDonald's, though some locations extend to 11:00 AM. After that, the menu switches to lunch items.

Opening hours vary, but many McDonald's open at 5:00 AM or 6:00 AM. Some 24-hour stores are always open. Use the restaurant locator for exact times.

McDonald's was founded in 1940 when the McDonald brothers opened their first restaurant in San Bernardino, California. The McDonald's Corporation was founded in 1955 by Ray Kroc.

Breakfast stops at 10:30 AM at most US locations. This cut-off time is strictly enforced even for drive-thru. Some stores might stop a few minutes earlier if they're busy.

Breakfast service starts at the store's opening time, typically 5:00 AM or 6:00 AM. On the McDonald's app, breakfast items become available from 5:00 AM (or midnight at 24-hour stores).

Lunch starts at 10:30 AM at most US McDonald's. After that, breakfast items are no longer available (except for a few locations that offer both).

McDonald's started in 1940 as a barbecue drive-in in San Bernardino, California, before switching to the Speedee System in 1948. Ray Kroc's franchising began in 1955.

McDonald's originated in the United States. The first restaurant was in San Bernardino, California. Today, its global headquarters is in Chicago, Illinois.