{"id":714,"date":"2025-07-22T12:46:50","date_gmt":"2025-07-22T12:46:50","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.answerla.org\/?p=714"},"modified":"2025-07-23T15:33:05","modified_gmt":"2025-07-23T15:33:05","slug":"mcdonalds-best-burger-by-far-is-finally-returning-but-theres-a-big-catch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.answerla.org\/index.php\/2025\/07\/22\/mcdonalds-best-burger-by-far-is-finally-returning-but-theres-a-big-catch\/","title":{"rendered":"McDonald\u2019s \u2018best burger by far\u2019 is finally returning \u2014 but there\u2019s a big catch"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The menu changes on July 30 (Picture: McDonald’s UK)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

McDonald\u2019s <\/a>customers are in for a treat as the fast food chain<\/a> is preparing to switch up its menu at the end of the month. <\/p>\n

For six weeks from July 30 there will be a brand new McFlurry flavour available, plus two \u2018unmissable\u2019 new drinks<\/a>, and several returning classics – including a burger<\/a> that\u2019s been hailed the \u2018best by far\u2019 by diehard fans.<\/p>\n

We\u2019re talking, of course, about the Big Tasty and Big Tasty with Bacon<\/strong>, which are rarely featured on the menu<\/a>, despite being incredibly popular. <\/p>\n

Last sold in 2024, the burgers both feature a beef patty, Emmental cheese, onions, tomatoes and a smoky sauce<\/a>, all served in a toasted sesame bun, and one has some extra bacon.<\/p>\n

But there is a bit of a catch\u2026 the range won\u2019t be available nationwide. <\/p>\n

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The Big Tasty and Big Tasty with Bacon are back! (Picture: McDonald’s UK)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

McDonald’s regional exclusives and returning fan-favourites<\/h2>\n

The Big Tasty range will only be a regional exclusive in East Anglia<\/a><\/strong> from the end of next week.<\/p>\n

Similarly, those in Tyne & Tees<\/strong> are also getting a special treat, as the Steakhouse Stack<\/strong> will be joining the line up in participating restaurants up north. <\/p>\n

But before those in these parts of the UK start feeling smug about their bonus items, it\u2019s worth noting that they\u2019ll be missing out on one other returning product: the Chicken Big Mac.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Spicy Nuggs are also returning (Picture: McDonald’s UK)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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The Chicken Big Mac will be available everywhere except East Anglia and Tyne & Tees (Picture: McDonald’s UK)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The chicken version of the classic, which features two patties, a slice of cheese, pickles, lettuce and Big Mac sauce, will be back on McDonald\u2019s menus everywhere except for East Anglia and Tyne & Tees, for a limited time. <\/strong><\/p>\n

But the whole of the UK will be able to enjoy a bunch of other returning fan-favourites, including Spicy Chicken McNuggets served with a Spicy Chilli Dip, the Fajita Chicken One<\/strong>, (a wrap made with creamy fajita sauce, tomato salsa, onions, cheese and lettuce with either crispy or grilled chicken), Chilli Cheese Bites<\/strong> and the Milky Way McFlurry<\/strong> with milk chocolate stars, malt flavoured pieces and a chocolate sauce. <\/p>\n

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The new Jaffa Cake McFlurry features chocolate covered shortcake pieces and an orange sauce. (Picture: McDonald’s UK)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

What\u2019s brand new on the McDonald\u2019s menu for August 2025?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Aside from these, there are three brand new items to sip and sink your teeth into in August.<\/p>\n

McDonald\u2019s is going to be shaking up its drinks menu with a bold new way to customise their Sprite Zero drink. <\/strong><\/p>\n

For the first time ever, customers will be able to add a pump of fruity syrup to their beverage, choosing from Green Apple or Mango & Passionfruit flavours. <\/strong><\/p>\n

And those who want to cool off with an ice cream are going to be able to try a new Jaffa Cakes McFlurry<\/strong>, which sees the vanilla base swirled with chocolate covered shortcake pieces and an orange sauce.<\/p>\n

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For the first time ever you can customise your Sprite Zero at the fast food chain (Picture: McDonald’s UK)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Comment now<\/title><span class=\"metro-comment-cta__text\">Which returning McDonald’s menu item are you most excited about?<\/span><\/span><a class=\"metro-comment-cta__button\" href=\"#metro-comments-container\">Comment Now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is anything else changing at McDonald’s?<\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/2025\/07\/02\/double-filet-o-fish-arrived-mcdonalds-fans-one-issue-23554081\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">new items being introduced<\/a> mean we have to say goodbye to some of the current ones.<\/p>\n<p>The Chicken Katsu Wrap is being axed, along with the Halloumi Fries, Toffee Apple Pie, Toffee Crisp McFlurry and Cheesy McCrispy. <\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/2025\/06\/18\/mcdonalds-just-launched-most-mcdonalds-burger-ever-uk-23446154\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Big Arch burger<\/a> will be sticking around on the menu for a little while longer though, as will the Frank’s RedHot Mayo dip and <a href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/2025\/07\/01\/mcdonalds-bringing-back-fan-favourite-happy-meal-ultra-rare-toy-23550312\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the Squishmallows Happy Meal.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Mcdonald’s is also introducing a new game on its app, known as Side Missions. <\/p>\n<p>For four weeks from July 14, those with the app can play to unlock weekly food offers and a chance to win big prizes including \u00a310,000 in cash, \u00a3100 <a href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/tag\/argos\/\">Argos<\/a> or Virgin Experience Vouchers, cinema tickets and free food.<\/p>\n<p>Potential deals (from Monday to Friday) include \u00a31.39 Chicken McNuggets, \u00a35 Shareboxes and 15% off when you spend \u00a315 or more. <\/p>\n<div class=\"factbox\" data-ico=\"factbox_article\" data-track-module=\"factbox_article\">\n<h2 class=\"factbox-title\">\n\t\t\t\tAll the new and returning menu items at McDonald's for August 2025:\t\t\t<\/h2>\n<div class=\"factbox-content\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>NEW: Jaffa Cakes McFlurry, \u00a32.49<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>NEW: Sprite Zero with Green Apple Syrup (medium), \u00a32.19<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>NEW: Sprite Zero with Mango & Passionfruit Syrup (medium), \u00a32.19 <\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>RETURNING: Chicken Big Mac (available everywhere except East Anglia and Tyne & Tees), \u00a35.19<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>RETURNING Big Tasty and Big Tasty with Bacon (only available in East Anglia), \u00a37.19 without bacon, \u00a38.09 with bacon<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>RETURNING: Steakhouse Stack (only available in Tyne & Tees), \u00a36.49<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>RETURNING: Spicy Chicken McNuggets, \u00a34.89 for six<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>RETURNING: Chilli Cheese Bites, \u00a32.69<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>RETURNING: The Fajita Chicken One (replacing the Katsu Chicken One), \u00a33.69<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>RETURNING: Milky Way McFlurry, \u00a32.49<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Do you have a story to share?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Get in touch by emailing <a href=\"mailto:MetroLifestyleTeam@Metro.co.uk\">MetroLifestyleTeam@Metro.co.uk<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<section id=\"share-buttons-bottom-start\" class=\"share-buttons share-buttons-bottom centered\"><\/section>\n<section id=\"share-buttons-bottom-end\" class=\"share-buttons share-buttons-bottom centered\"><a class=\"comment-now metro-button metro-comments-cta\" data-vars-position=\"bottom_cta_question\" href=\"#metro-comments-container\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t<span><title>Comment now<\/title><\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"comment-now__label\">Which returning McDonald’s menu item are you most excited about?<\/span><br \/>\n\t\t<\/a><\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The menu changes on July 30 (Picture: McDonald’s UK) McDonald\u2019s customers are in for a treat as the fast food 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