Food

Most popular McDonald's items by country

Tonya Costoff Medeiros

17 Mar 2026 — 1 min read

Each country has their own unique McDonald's menu items, which helps create some rather surprising results in the poll. ©Image Credit: Unsplash / Brett Jordan

Did you know that not only do the McDonald's menu items vary by country, but so do the trends? Every country has its own version of the top items, and the results may surprise you.

Australia and Singapore like their food spicy

A clear trend has emerged. Australia and Singapore have crowned the McSpicy as their go-to favorite. This sandwich is all about the ultra-spicy seasoning on the breading.

Japan opts for a fun shrimp twist

For those in the US, this is an item you may never have heard of. The top menu item in Japan is the EBI Filet-O, which is a breaded shrimp patty with special sauce, served on a sesame seed bun.

The Netherlands walks on the wild side

The Netherlands shakes things up in a big way with the McKroket. This is a beef ragout croquette patty topped with a mustard sauce.

The UK celebrates the Big Arch

Everyone who loves McDonald's knows about the famed Big Arch. This burger is so tasty that it’s currently the top item in the UK.

Canadians choose a predictable item

Let's get real! No one is surprised that McDonald's Poutine is the top pick for Canadians. It makes perfect sense since it's the country that invented it.

It's all about the side in the Philippines

How about a tasty piece of crispy fried chicken with an unexpected side? The Chicken McDo in the Philippines is served with a side of rice and gravy.

France is all about the melted cheese sandwich

If a grilled ham and melted cheese sandwich makes you drool, then you would love the Croque McDo in France. Think of an elevated fast-food version of a grilled cheese sandwich.

McDonald's is probably one of, if not the most well-known fast food chains in the world. Creating exclusive items you can only get in specific countries is yet another brilliant marketing choice.

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