McDonald's Unveils 'Biggest' Burger Coming to US

The new Big Arch Burger will feature two quarter-pound beef patties and more.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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McDonald's is rolling out a new burger called the Big Arch Burger, which the company is calling its "most McDonald's, McDonald's burger yet." The burger will feature two quarter-pound beef patties, three slices of melted white cheddar cheese, crispy and slivered onions, lettuce, pickles, and a special Big Arch Sauce on a toasted bun with sesame and poppy seeds.

Why it matters

This new burger offering from McDonald's is part of the company's efforts to innovate and provide customers with new and unique menu items. The Big Arch Burger is positioned as McDonald's "biggest" burger yet, which could help drive traffic and sales at a time when fast food chains are competing for customer attention.

The details

The Big Arch Burger will be available at participating McDonald's restaurants nationwide starting on March 3 for a limited time. Pricing for the burger alone is expected to range from $6.89 to $10.19, while a combo meal with fries and a soda will likely cost between $11.09 and $14.29.

  • The Big Arch Burger will be available starting on March 3, 2026.

The players

McDonald's

A global fast food restaurant chain known for its burgers, fries, and other menu items.

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What they’re saying

“Over the past several years, we've focused on strengthening our operations and modernizing our restaurants to build a more consistent foundation across the system. With that work well underway, we're now in a position to thoughtfully elevate our core menu. The Whopper is an icon, so we didn't set out to reinvent it. Instead, we elevated it based on direct guest feedback.”

— Tom Curtis, President of Burger King (Burger King press release)

What’s next

The Big Arch Burger will be available for a limited time, so customers will need to act quickly if they want to try this new offering from McDonald's.

The takeaway

McDonald's is continuing to innovate and introduce new menu items to keep customers engaged and interested in the brand. The introduction of the Big Arch Burger, which is being positioned as the "biggest" burger in the McDonald's lineup, is a strategic move to drive traffic and sales at a time when fast food chains are competing for customer attention.