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Chili-cheese with bacon McRib

New McRib In Germany

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There is a new McRib being offered in Germany, and it might give your tastebuds a blast of crazy. As we have reported previously, the much loved McRib sandwich is offered year-round in Germany. To spice things up a little, Germany will be offering a Chili-Cheese with bacon McRib. The sandwich still will be built upon the classic McRib with a few notable differences. More specifically the changes will feature dropping the onion and pickles, add bacon on top of the McRib, add jalapeños, and finally add a layer of chili-cheese sauce before adding the top bun.

Chili-cheese with bacon McRibChili-cheese with bacon McRib.

The sandwich carries a “New” icon on the McDonalds Germany online sandwich details. Thanks to a source in Germany (thanks Kaci!) we see this is being offered as part of the “Stars of America” promotion.

Stars of America
Stars of America promotional sign

While we certainly know of McRib variations, this offering is one of the most unique. We do receive reports detailing individual fans variations, and know the McRib has global variation.

What do you think, is this something that you would like to try out?

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The 2018 McRib US Return

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US McRib Return

With the recent return of the McRib to Guatemala, we have been tracking down details of the US 2018 McRib return.  We have heard from multiple fans, and via our phone calls to stores around the country that the McRib will be returning to some US locations in October, November, and/or December. Several of the places I called did not think the McRib would be back, however one store indicated that it would likely be at corporately owned stores. We also know that the McRib will be returning to a number of non-corporate stores.

Which US Locations?

So far we have identified the following parts of the country that will be offering the 2018 McRib this season. We will be updating the list as we find more specific locations, check back on our blog for the latest locations.

  • Participating Corporately owned McDonalds stores
  • Minnesota/Wisconsin combined sales region (by Nov 1)
  • North Carolina
  • South Carolina
  • Iowa City, IA
  • Altoona, PA (around October 25)
  • Pittsburgh, PA (sometime this year)
  • West Milton, OH (October 29)
  • Columbus, OH (November)
  • Huntsville, AL (now available)
  • Ashland, KY
  • Memphis, TN (approximately last week of October)
  • Conway (Little Rock), AR (any day)
  • Baton Rouge, LA (now)
  • Shreveport, LA (now)
  • San Antonio, TX
  • El Paso, TX (now)
  • Oklahoma City, OK (around October 25)
  • St. Louis, MO (around October 29)
  • Kansas City, MO (early November)
  • Garden City, KS (around October 24)
  • North Platte, NE (November 4)
  • Omaha, NE (October 27th / Buy any Combo, get a McRib for an additional $1)
  • Des Moines, IA (around October 24)
  • Sioux Falls, SD (early November)
  • Rapid City, SD (around October 29)
  • Fargo, ND (November)
  • Dickinson, ND (around October 29)
  • Great Falls, MT (around Oct 26)
  • Spokane, WA (likely before Nov 1, inventory on site)
  • Medford, OR (around October 29)
  • Los Angeles, CA (now)

Might have the McRib

  • Seattle, WA (possibly will appear at some locations outside the metro)
  • Portland, OR (November?)

Not as Likely to have the McRib

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Poughkeepsie, NY
  • West Seneca, NY
  • Southern Michigan
  • Boise, ID
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • Grand Junction, CO
  • Sacramento, CA
  • San Diego, CA
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • Denver, CO
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How you can help

If you find a McRib make sure to report it at https://mcriblocator.com/report.html and send us a photo of your receipt. Make sure your receipt shows the location and date purchased as well as your McRib order. Send your confirmation photo to photos@mcriblocator.com . Thank you!

McRib returns with a new twist in Central America

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Twist on a Classic

Nearly a year ago, we saw the McRib return to Central America. Due to the popularity, it has again returned, however with a slight twist in the marketing of the sandwich. This year the sandwich is being advertised in it’s “classic” option as well as new “with cheese” and “with bacon” options.

Thus far the promotion appears to be limited to Guatemala, and just started being promoted there on October 5th, 2018. Their website doesn’t yet mention the McRib, and is still promoting their 50th Anniversary of the Big Mac. This Big Mac promotion is still ongoing in neighboring countries as well, so it is possible that the page will be updated to showcase the McRib as soon as other McDonalds stores in the region begin offering the sandwich.

 A photo showing more typical McRib construction

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Which Guatemala McRib would you pick

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How you can help

If you find a McRib make sure to report it at https://mcriblocator.com/report.html and send us a photo of your receipt. Make sure your receipt shows the location and date purchased as well as your McRib order. Send your confirmation photo to photos@mcriblocator.com . Thank you!

Australia sees limited McRib return

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Finally, the McRib has returned in Australia! Cameron Fitter (thank you!) found that the McRib is being tested at a handful of locations, with a potential expanded release this December.

The Australian McRib comes in around 1 dollar more than the Big Mac, making it unlikely to be offered there in the 2 for $5 or less options found at some US locations that offer it.

The last time we had a confirmed sighting in Australia was in 2012 as part of the Olympics.

Australia McRib menu listing

McRib featured on the Australian menu

Upside down McRib in Australia

Upside down McRib in Australia

Thank you Cameron for the heads up, and for sharing your pictures!

Help others find the McRib

Let’s help fans find the McRib! If you find a McRib make sure to report it at http://mcriblocator.com/report.html and send us a photo of your receipt. Make sure your receipt shows the location and date purchased as well as your McRib order. Send your confirmation photo to photos@mcriblocator.com . Thank you!

Japan return of the McRib, has chance to become a regular menu item

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Japan finally has had their wait for the McRib return come to an end! It is being temporarily offered as part of a contest where one of three reoccurring limited time sandwiches will become a regular menu item. They note it has been 7 years since they last had the McRib there, and is currently only the 8th time since 2001, see more about that release here.

The contest requires participants to either scan a QR code on the sandwich to vote, or to send out a tweet indicating they want their sandwich to win. The three sandwiches in the contest are the McRib, Teriyaki Chicken Filet, and a breakfast sandwich Tamago Double Mack. As of this post, the McRib is trailing the other two options.Voting results as of 5/19Reasons for why the McRib is behind? Well one fan explains that while the McRib tastes good, they do not like the non-circular bun.

Want to help the McRib catch up?

  1. Tweet the text from their McRib contest page
    (google translation:
    Next regular one # vote for Macklib!
    Macdonald # Regular Contest Audition 5/29 (Tue) 17: 59 until the vote is accepted!
    For details, please visit http://w.mdj.jp/1a11za)
  2. Retweet this post.

The contest ends on May 29th.

Contest Materials for the McRib in Japan

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_P88o6A4EEo

 

Japan McRib Promotional Material

Google Translate attempt:

English Translated Japan McRib Promotional Material

Update May 29th:

Final standings are in, and sadly the McRib finished in last place.

final standings

McRib comes in last

Mashed McRib Feature – The Untold Truth of The McRib

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Mashed recently published a fun story on the McRib feature which includes some trivia bits.
Mashed – Everything you need to know about the McRib

Mashed also shared a video summarizing the story if you don’t have time to read all of their article:

A couple of items that should be clarified

  • The topping on the McRib bun is more of a cornmeal substance than sesame seed.
  • The original pork chop form of the McRib was a result of research by the US Army. They wanted to provide a meal that would remind soldiers away from home of a favorite from back home, and pork chops themselves would have been difficult to distribute. The McRib industrial complex: how the Army made the world’s weirdest meat
  • The Gym mat controversy is tied to the bun of the sandwich. The ingredient  azodicarbonamide has been used as a flour-bleaching agent across the industry. This has rapidly been phased out in the industry due to the Gym mat controversy.
  • While the McRib does tend to return in November, which often aligns with lower pork prices, stores are free to offer the sandwich throughout the year. Most recently, Florida offered the McRib into early spring in 2017.

What did you think of the article? Any parts new to you? Let us know in the comments below.