The Mystery Behind McDonald’s Absence of Onion Rings
The Fast-Food Enigma
McDonald’s is the go-to destination for comfort food—be it for lunch breaks, pre-night out meals, or morning hangover cures. While the fast-food giant has expanded its menu to include items like mozzarella dippers and the McPlant, one much-desired item is still missing. Yes, we are talking about onion rings.
“They’re not great for your breath but boy do they taste heavenly.”
The Explanation from an Insider
Former McDonald’s corporate chef, Mike Haracz, who is popular on TikTok as @chefmikeharacz, has provided some insight into this longstanding puzzle. According to him, the business model of McDonald’s relies heavily on efficiency and scale.
“McDonald’s is most profitable when it is the most efficient.”
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Haracz elaborates that McDonald’s has been trimming down its menu options, particularly in the United States, to maintain a streamlined operation. Adding onion rings, in his opinion, would disrupt this efficiency.
Why Onion Rings Are a No-Go
If McDonald’s were to introduce onion rings, it would likely be a limited-time offer to maintain its core focus on efficiency. Haracz argues that introducing onion rings would cut into the sales of their French fries. Given that fries are incredibly profitable for McDonald’s, adding a less profitable and efficient item wouldn’t make sense for them.
“Would you be willing to pay a lot more for your side of onion rings?”
The Counterargument: Why Not Both?
Some people, however, disagree with Haracz’s perspective. There’s a segment of customers who wouldn’t necessarily replace fries with onion rings but would rather order both. So, why not cash in on that customer base?
Public Reaction
Despite the chef’s well-reasoned explanation, many are disappointed with the news that the golden rings of deliciousness aren’t likely to appear on the menu anytime soon. TikTok users have been vocal about their opinions. One said, “Damn never thought of it that way! That’s smart thanks for the info.” Another commented, “I bet a lot of people would order fries and onion rings at the same time.”
So, for now, those craving onion rings alongside their Big Macs and McFlurries will have to look elsewhere, as the golden, crispy delicacy doesn’t seem to be joining the McDonald’s menu anytime soon.