We all know it, life costs us more and moreand fast food is no exception. Prices have simply become out of control almost everywhere and this surge has, in fact, not spared the American giant McDonald's. However, there are little tips that will allow you to pay less at McDonald's.
How much does a meal at McDonald's cost today?
McDonald's is one of the best-selling fast food chains in the world. The American giant is enjoying worldwide success. Indeed, today, McDonald's empire generates more than $25 billion of turnover and has 41,822 restaurants around the world, including 1,560 in France. And, the group is an important economic player which generates 150,000 jobs worldwide in 2023.
These are its “menu” formulas which made McDonald’s successful. Generally, it consists of a drink of your choice, a portion of fries or another side dish, and a main course.
If the burger is often favored, it can also be chicken nuggets, for example. These menus are available for adults and children.
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For example, for those with a sweet tooth, the price of the copious menu Best-Of can reach the sum of 14.20 euros. For children, the happy meal menu, with a small side dish, a small drink, a dessert, a main course and the famous gift toy, is priced at 3.28 euros.
One thing is certain, at McDonald's, the menus are more advantageous than choosing a la carte. But when we dwell on it, we note that the budget to be spent remains substantial.
Indeed, to eat as a family at McDonald's for 4 people (two adults and two children), you need to plan a budget of between 40 and 50 euros.
For small eaters, obviously, the budget will obviously be less. Indeed, they will be able to enjoy a MacFirst menu or a Best Of menu, less copious and less expensive. In this case they will then pay between 25 and 35 euros for the same family of 4 people.
Tips for paying less
As you will have understood, eating at McDonald's can sometimes represent a significant expense for the family. Certainly, at this point, you will be entitled to the best meal. SO, Do not hesitate to complain if you are not satisfied with your order.
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Indeed, for your cold or poorly made hamburger versus a hot one, ask an employee to redo it, removing an ingredient. This rule applies to both a hamburger and cold fries. And the server won't be able to refuse it to you. Certainly this tip does not allow you to pay less but rather to pay the right price for a better quality product.
Furthermore, to save money at McDonald's, avoid new burgers first. In fact, they are often twice as expensive as traditional ones.
The McSmart Menu for 5 euros includes two sandwiches of your choice (cheeseburger or little ranch wrap), accompanied by a small fries and a small drink. Its big brother, the McSmart+ at 6 euros, offers the same sandwich options. But with medium portions of fries and drink, allowing customers to customize their meal according to their preferences.
And above all, consider downloading the McDo app. This allows you to accumulate points each time you go to the checkout. You just have to scan the barcode on your phone: 1 euro spent = 1 point accumulated. And with the points, you can, of course, buy other menus.
