What time does McDonalds serve lunch?

Lauren Lewis
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If you’re looking to find out when the popular food chain serves lunch, we’ve got you covered.

McDonald’s is undoubtedly the biggest fast food chain not only in America, but with over 38,000 branches all across the world.

Whether you want a Big Mac with a side of french fries, your choice of soda, or maybe an Oreo Mcflurry, their lunch menu has it all.

According to McDonald’s “In 1948, in response to what caught on with customers, the McDonald brothers revamped their restaurant as a walk-up hamburger stand. There were only four food items on the menu (plus milk, coffee and sodas)”:

  • Hamburger
  • Cheeseburger
  • Potato chips
  • Pie

These have since become a longtime staple of the chain’s lunchtime menu. 

What time does McDonald’s serve lunch until?

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So, what time do McDonalds serve their lunchtime menu? 

McDonald’s serves lunch at 10:30 am on regular days from Monday to Friday, ending at 4:59 PM

During the weekend, on Saturday and Sunday, they start serving at 11:00 AM and close at 4:49 PM, and the time may vary depending on the state and stores.

Be sure to check in with your local McDonald’s restaurant to confirm.

About The Author

Lauren is a fast food writer at Dexerto. Covering some of the biggest brands in the industry, you'll find her writing about McDonald's, KFC, Wendy's, Chick-fil-A, Starbucks, Taco Bell, and Domino's Pizza, to name a few. Lauren has a Master's degree in English Literature, and loves nothing more than putting pen to paper. You can contact Lauren at lauren.lewis@dexerto.com.