A former McDonald's corporate chef has recently called out the Big Mac as the most overpriced item on the menu. He shared this insight in a TikTok video, comparing prices on Uber Eats.
He noticed that a Big Mac meal was $12.09, while a Quarter Pounder meal was $11.29. "You get more meat on a Quarter Pounder," he explained, noting that the Big Mac has only one-fifth of a pound of beef.
Additionally, the Quarter Pounder comes with an extra slice of cheese. The Big Mac, however, has less bread and lacks the signature Big Mac sauce. "You're telling me that is the most expensive part of the sandwich?" he questioned.
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Further comparisons revealed that a double cheeseburger meal was cheaper at $10.79. "You want to pay extra for lettuce and Big Mac sauce?" the chef asked incredulously.
He concluded, "The Big Mac has to be one of the most overpriced sandwiches on the McDonald's menu." His revelation highlights the potential for savings in menu choices.
Another saving tip came from The Deal Guy, who advised on how to get a chicken McNuggets meal for nearly $2 less. By ordering the kids' meal and swapping the fruit for fries and the drink for a soda, customers can enjoy the same meal for $1.70 less.
These hacks show that McDonald's isn't the only place where strategic ordering can lead to savings.