McDonald’s journey began in 1940 with a simple hamburger.
McDonald’s, now the largest restaurant chain in the world, far outpaces its closest rivals, Starbucks and Subway.
The beloved fast-food giant started as a humble drive-in restaurant in the 1940s. Back then, it offered nothing more than a basic, straightforward hamburger. This modest yet reliable patty struck a chord with customers.
In 1967, McDonald’s introduced the Big Mac, which would go on to become one of its most iconic offerings. The double-decker burger, featuring two all-beef patties, special sauce, lettuce, cheese, and onions, all sandwiched between three sesame seed buns, quickly gained popularity. By 1968, the Big Mac had earned its place on the chain’s national menu, solidifying its status as a signature item.