We can't go to McDonald's in some countries but when we do come across those Golden Arches when we're abroad, we're pretty tempted to order our favorite menu items. Sure, we want to try all the delicious local food that each destination has to offer, but we want some fast food as well. We sometimes can't help it.
It's always fun to see what food is served at international McDonald's locations and it's also interesting to know what people like ordering when they step into these restaurants. Read on to find out the McDonald's menu items that Americans love to order abroad.
Everyone Always Wants McDonald's Fries
Not every customer is served delicious food at McDonald's but one thing is for sure: we all love the fries served at this fast-food spot. In the community forum on Rick Steves, someone mentioned that they love ordering the famous chain's fries when they're traveling. They wrote, "Picture this: McD's fries, hot from the fry basket, waiting to be sprinkled with salt, put on a holding rack under a warming lamp - patiently waiting to make someone's tummy happy."
It makes sense that this would be a super common order since fries are going to be sold everywhere. Of course, they just might look different depending on where you are. Blog.wego.com says that Canadian McDonald's will sell poutine which is cheese curds and gravy on fries.
According to a post by a Reddit user, McDonald's is something that people can always count on. They wrote, "McDonald’s has the most popular and best-selling burgers and fries. It’s not because they taste the best, but because of the consistency in which they serve their food. It is good, and you always know what you are going to get." Travelers like feeling like they're at home and that's one reason why they seek out McDonald's abroad.
Burgers And McRibs At International McDonald's Are Popular
Americans also are happy to order burgers at McDonald's when they're abroad. The McDonald's burgers in Israel are delicious because they're grilled. Big Macs, in particular, are a menu item that people from the United States are excited to try in another country. According to a post on Quora.com, someone wrote, "I always have a Big Mac in every new (foreign) city I visit. There is no reason for this other than curiosity about how a global chain can keep to its roots across borders and culture."
Other people share this sentiment of wanting to see how different countries approach McDonald's and they want to order their favorite menu items, which happens to be a Big Mac for many people. One blogger orders Big Macs everywhere that she goes.
There are other menu items that Americans like ordering from a McDonald's in another country: the McRib. A Reddit user posted, "I love trying McD in other countries. I learned the hard way ketchup is not ketchup that way. I love ordering a beer at Burger King and the fact that McRib is available all year round in Germany."
Wondering what to order when traveling and a McDonald's craving strikes? From the McRib to the always popular Big Mac and fries, these menu items are always going to be a great idea. It's also fun to see what kind of burgers are available because enjoying a grilled burger in Israel sounds perfect.