McDonald\u2019s is preparing to bring a much larger version of one of its best-known burgers to U.S. restaurants, and the reaction has been anything but quiet.<\/p>\n
The Double Big Mac, a four-patty take on the classic Big Mac, is scheduled to appear for a limited time at U.S. McDonald\u2019s locations starting January 24. The burger has already been available in several international markets, including Australia, where it has been on the menu since March 2020.<\/p>\n
McDonald\u2019s has described the item as offering \u201cdouble the fun,\u201d but customers are split over whether the bigger burger is an exciting menu addition or simply too much.<\/p>\n
The Double Big Mac keeps the familiar Big Mac setup but adds extra beef. It includes four beef patties, Big Mac sauce, pickles, shredded lettuce, onions, and American cheese on a sesame seed bun.<\/p>\n
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The burger is not entirely new to American customers. It previously appeared for a limited time in the U.S. in 2020, when some diners responded positively to the oversized version of the chain\u2019s signature sandwich.<\/p>\n
It has also appeared outside the United States in countries such as Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Some customers online noted that they had already seen or tried it in those markets.<\/p>\n
Some fast-food fans said they were eager to try the larger sandwich as soon as it arrives. One Facebook user wrote, \u201cI\u2019m gonna eat one of those, then feel disgusting after, but I bet I\u2019ll enjoy every minute.\u201d Others reacted with comments such as \u201cYum! I can\u2019t wait!\u201d and \u201cI\u2019ll take 3 please.\u201d<\/p>\n
Not everyone welcomed the launch. Some critics called the burger excessive, with one reaction labeling it \u201cdisgusting.\u201d Others objected to the idea of promoting such a large fast-food item in the U.S., where obesity rates are often part of broader public health discussions.<\/p>\n
The Double Big Mac is listed at 680 calories, according to the source report. For some customers, that number is part of the appeal; for others, it is exactly why they are pushing back.<\/p>\n
The launch also arrives at a time when many fast-food customers are paying closer attention to menu prices. Reports have noted that McDonald\u2019s increased prices by 14 percent in the U.S. during the third quarter of 2023, and some locations have charged as much as $18 for a Big Mac combo meal with medium fries and a medium soft drink.<\/p>\n
Because prices can vary by location, it is not yet clear what every customer will pay for the Double Big Mac. Some reports suggested the larger burger could push a meal above $20 in certain cases, depending on the restaurant and combo options.<\/p>\n
For McDonald\u2019s, limited-time menu items can help draw attention and encourage repeat visits. For customers, the question may be simpler: whether the extra patties are worth the cost, the calories, and the online criticism.<\/p>\n
The Double Big Mac is expected to land in U.S. stores on January 24, giving curious customers a short window to decide where they stand on the four-patty version of a fast-food classic.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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