McDonald’s is bringing back its £3 meal deal in DAYS – but there’s a summer favourite missing from menu
MCDONALD’S is bringing back its popular £3 meal deal just in time for the school holidays.
The great value for money offer is returning to the restaurants with all the fan-favourites except a beloved summer dessert.
Staring from July 31, Maccies fans across the UK and Ireland can nab three dishes for a total of just £3, which comes down to just £1 per dish.
If you fancy a perfect lunch pick me up without breaking the bank, the bargain offer has eight food options available to pick from.
However, for those wishing to cool down on a summer day, McFlurry is unfortunately left out of the meal deal.
Sweet-toothed fans will have to instead opt for the only dessert option on the menu which is the iconic apple pie.
But there are still 100 possible combinations that you can create with the dishes on offer.
For instance, the biggest saving you can make is if you buy three apple pies which normally would cost you £5.67.
If you don’t want the same dish, the next best savings is an Apple Pie, small fries and cheeseburger or Mayo Chicken.
This would usually set you back £4.97, so you’ll save £1.97.
But bargain hunters will need to be quick as the deal is running for only four weeks.
Your saving will also depend on the location as prices vary by areas and don’t forget about extra charges for delivery if you order online.
It’s also worth noting that if you’re ordering for McDelivery using the Maccies app, that this deal will cost you £4 instead of £3.
Here are the options and the usual price you’ll pay:
- Small Fries £1.59
- Cheeseburger £1.49
- Hamburger £1.29
- Mayo Chicken £1.49
- 4 Nuggets (not available separately in this size)
- Apple Pie £1.89
- Veggie Dippers (not available separately)
- Side salad £1.09
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If you miss out on the 3-for-3 deal, the fast food giant is also launching a breakfast bundle from July 31st.
The early bird catches a single sausage and Egg or an Egg McMuffin and a regular hot, soft or bottled drink for just £2.79.
You need to place your order at the restaurant before 11am and the deal runs until September 24, offering a morning bite for a fraction of the price.
It comes as McDonald’s has slashed its Happy meal price to just £1.99 until the end of July.
Families can pick up their mega discounted Happy Meal through the McDonald’s App.
A choice of Fish Fingers, Chicken McNuggets or Veggie Dippers is offered in the yummy box.
This can be wolfed down with either an Apple and Grape bag or Carrot Bag side.
A drink choice or water, milk, or Fruit Shoot completes the scrumptious selection.
The limited time offer marks the release of the fast-food giant’s exclusive Despicable Me 4 Happy Meal.
McDonald’s £1.99 Happy Meals, reduced by a whopping 40 per cent, are available until Wednesday, July 30.
Plus, the chain is introducing three new drinks in a menu shake-up – and a mozzarella bite rival.
How to save money at McDonald’s
You might not think it, but you can end up being charged more solely based on the McDonald’s restaurant you choose.
Research by The Sun found a Big Mac meal can be up to 30p cheaper at restaurants just two miles apart from each other.
Meanwhile, you can pick up a Big Mac and fries for just £2.99 by filling in a feedback survey found on any old McDonald’s receipt.
The receipt should come with a 12-digit code which you can enter into the Food for Thought website alongside your submitted survey.
You’ll then receive a five-digit code which is your voucher for the £2.99 offer.
Make sure you check out all the various apps and platforms if you’re ordering McDonald’s to your home too.
Our research found some can charge up to £1.20 more than others.
How do I find my nearest McDonald’s?
If you’re planning on taking a trip to McDonald’s, you’ll want to know where your nearest branch is.
The chain has a restaurant locator tool on its website you can use to find your nearest one – and check what time it opens.
Bear in mind that McDonald’s serves breakfast every day until 11am.
After that, the menu switches to the normal menu serving meals such as burgers, chicken nuggets and more.