The McRib is still on the menu at McDonald’s. This well-known grilled pork sandwich keeps returning, even after many goodbyes and news that it will no longer be made. In the past few months, McRib fans have seen several signs that this well-known and controversial sandwich is returning to stores.
McD’s hasn’t said when the McRib will be back in stock in the U.S., but it looks like it will be back sooner than we think!
The History of the McRib: Do You Like It or Not?
Since it came out in 1981, people have had strong feelings about the McRib. Some say it tastes “gross,” while others say it tastes “delicious,” like barbecue. A boneless pork patty wrapped in hot barbecue sauce is topped with thinly sliced onions and pickles.
It’s all put on a warm bun. Even though it only has 520 calories, it’s a fast food that stands out from the Big Mac and Chicken McNuggets because it leaves you full.
The McRib has had some rough spots. When it first came out in the early 1980s, it was not planned to stay on the menu. It has come out very rarely over the years, and when it did, it was usually a limited-time offer (LTO), which helped it become a cult favorite.
Every time it’s taken off the shelves, fans can’t wait for it to come back, which gives it a fun and nostalgic feel whenever it does.
The McRib has been taken off the menu at least four times over the years but has never been gone for good. In 2022, McDonald’s held a “Farewell Tour” for the McRib. However, most fans still didn’t believe the sandwich was gone for good, and they were right.
After only one year, in the fall of 2023, McDonald’s brought the McRib back temporarily in some places. I can tell that the McRib is preparing for yet another return. Some customers are already getting hints about when it will appear again.
There Are Signs That the McRib Will Be Back in 2024
When he went on the TODAY Show in June, McDonald’s U.S. President Joe Erlinger gave the first hint that the McRib would be back in 2024. While Erlinger talked about other things on the menu, he said vaguely that the McRib would return “later this year.”
Even though he didn’t say exactly when the sandwich would be back on store shelves in the U.S., fans were thrilled and couldn’t wait for it to return.
It looks like customers won’t have to wait for long. The McRib has only been back for a short time in the fall or winter. People who love McRibs are watching McDonald’s closely for more news since 2024 is almost over.
McRib’s Trip Back to Ireland and the UK
McDonald’s has already said that the McRib will be back on tables in the U.K. and Ireland while people in the U.S. are waiting for more information about its return.
A news release says the McRib will be available in these two foreign countries from October 16, 2024. It hasn’t been on their menu in almost ten years.
The McRib was brought back because people in the U.K. and Ireland asked for it. In the U.K., Thomas O’Neill is in charge of McDonald’s meals. He said in a statement that the reboot was made because so many fans had asked for it: “It’s not just a sandwich; it’s a movement.” Our fans made it clear on social media that they wanted this popular menu item back, and we’re thrilled to finally bring it back after almost ten years.
No one knows if the McRib in the U.K. and Ireland will be different from the U.S., but everyone loves the sandwich here and there. In the U.K. and Ireland, people are already talking about the launch. Fans of McRib in other countries hope this is the beginning of a bigger comeback worldwide.
Why Does the McRib Keep Coming Back?
What an interesting way McDonald’s could make the McRib. Most people don’t notice when LTO items come and go, but the McRib stands out. It comes back occasionally, making people feel nostalgic and excited.
Some people say it’s like going back in time. For some, the chance to do something that they can’t always do is very important.
Another reason people like the McRib is that it tastes like hot dogs. McDonald’s is known for its Big Macs, fries, and chicken sandwiches, but the McRib has its own taste. If you want something spicier, the sour barbecue sauce is a nice change. It’s also different from other fast food, which makes it stand out on the McDonald’s menu.
Besides that, some people love the meal. People who like the McRib wait for it to come back and talk about it on social media when it does.
If the store near them doesn’t have it, they’ll even go out of their way to find one that does. Because fast food fans rarely come around, McDonald’s keeps making the McRib.
Other Things to Watch Out for at McDonald’s in 2024
Although the McRib is the most interesting new item at McDonald’s in 2024, it’s not the only interesting thing. People who like fast food can look forward to a few more one-time events before the end of the year.
The return of the 700-calorie Chicken Big Mac is one thing that stands out. This sandwich differs from the usual Big Mac because it has fried chicken filets instead of beef chunks. It’s a hit in some places, and fans can’t wait for it to be available again across the country.
There will also be a 280-calorie Pumpkin and Crème Pie again. On one side of this sweet treat is pumpkin, which is in season, and on the other is rich crème. All of it is covered in McDonald’s famous flaky pie crust.
Boo Buckets, collectibles from the past that used to come with kids’ meals and have a cult following, are coming back to McDonald’s for Halloween fans.
In Conclusion
The McRib won’t be going anywhere soon. The sandwich keeps returning to McDonald’s even though they’ve tried to stop making it many times. These people want it. Some people love and hate the McRib. It’s one of the most well-known (and controversial) things that McDonald’s serves.
If you like McRibs, pay attention to McDonald’s plates coming out in the next few months. The government has brought the sandwich back to the U.S., so the McRib will soon follow.
You can also look forward to other tasty treats until then, like the Boo Bucket, the Chicken Big Mac, and Pumpkin and Crème Pie. It looks like the McRib will keep coming back from the dead, making fans happy every time.
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