McDonald's at Magnolia Plaza

[russtcc]

It's open! Anyone been there? How is the food and service?

[Kenswing]

Ate there yesterday. Service was friendly and fast. They shorted us one french fry. Circled back through the drive thru. Was handed a bag with more than an order of fries and an apology. Food was typical of McDonalds. It was fresh and hot.

Hadn’t been to a McDonalds in about 4 years. Was a little surprised at the price. A Big Mac meal and a 1/4 Pounder meal came to right at $18.

They also placed a flyer in each bag stating they were hiring at $13-$18 per hour with up to 2,500 of tuition assistance.

I think I’ll go to Five Guys for my fast food burger fix at those prices.

[GpaVader]

I went Sunday morning on the way to Lowlands. Picked up a couple of breakfast burritos and I was on my way. Typical McDonalds food fast and hot. This was at about 6:50am so I wasn't expecting a line.

Since I drive by it most days, it's had lines since it opened on Friday. We'll see how it does after the newness wears off.

[Jayhawk]

I think I’ll go to Five Guys for my fast food burger fix at those prices.

I'm betting you haven't been to Five Guys recently if you think 2 people can get similar quantities of food and drink for $18.00

:1rotfl:

[Babubhat]

Must use the app. Always 20 percent off

[Bogie Shooter]

They shorted us one french fry.
:what:

[Stu from NYC]

They shorted us one french fry.
:what:

He obviously meant a bag.

[photo1902]

He obviously meant a bag.

Exactly. Some people just have to jump in without thinking. Good grief.

[photo1902]

Ate there yesterday. Service was friendly and fast. They shorted us one french fry. Circled back through the drive thru. Was handed a bag with more than an order of fries and an apology. Food was typical of McDonalds. It was fresh and hot.

Hadn’t been to a McDonalds in about 4 years. Was a little surprised at the price. A Big Mac meal and a 1/4 Pounder meal came to right at $18.

They also placed a flyer in each bag stating they were hiring at $13-$18 per hour with up to 2,500 of tuition assistance.

I think I’ll go to Five Guys for my fast food burger fix at those prices.

A cheeseburger, fries and drink at Five Guys is $18.70.

[Papa_lecki]

I'm betting you haven't been to Five Guys recently if you think 2 people can get similar quantities of food and drink for $18.00

:1rotfl:

A burger at 5 guys is $10.

[Papa_lecki]

Ate there yesterday. Service was friendly and fast. They shorted us one french fry. Circled back through the drive thru. Was handed a bag with more than an order of fries and an apology. Food was typical of McDonalds. It was fresh and hot.

Hadn’t been to a McDonalds in about 4 years. Was a little surprised at the price. A Big Mac meal and a 1/4 Pounder meal came to right at $18.

They also placed a flyer in each bag stating they were hiring at $13-$18 per hour with up to 2,500 of tuition assistance.

I think I’ll go to Five Guys for my fast food burger fix at those prices.

Apparently you haven’t been tracking the news on inflation. Work at McDonalds for $18 and hour and tuition assistance; that’s called a HUGE increase in labor costs since the 70s.

[photo1902]

A burger at 5 guys is $10.

He said a meal (burger fries and a drink). He got two meals at McD’s for $18. A single meal deal at 5 Guys is just shy of $19

[Stu from NYC]

Exactly. Some people just have to jump in without thinking. Good grief.

He seems to be doing this all the time these days.

[Chi-Town]

Ate there yesterday. Service was friendly and fast. They shorted us one french fry. Circled back through the drive thru. Was handed a bag with more than an order of fries and an apology. Food was typical of McDonalds. It was fresh and hot.

Hadn’t been to a McDonalds in about 4 years. Was a little surprised at the price. A Big Mac meal and a 1/4 Pounder meal came to right at $18.

They also placed a flyer in each bag stating they were hiring at $13-$18 per hour with up to 2,500 of tuition assistance.

I think I’ll go to Five Guys for my fast food burger fix at those prices.

I know what you meant about being shorted one fry, but I've received skimpy amounts and generous amounts on the past for the same sized order. So I wonder what the company formula is.

[Kenswing]

A cheeseburger, fries and drink at Five Guys is $18.70.

Wow. Had no idea. It’s been awhile since we’ve eaten there too. We don’t eat fast food often but my wife just had a knee replacement and was getting cabin fever. So I took her for a little ride. lol

[Kenswing]

I'm betting you haven't been to Five Guys recently if you think 2 people can get similar quantities of food and drink for $18.00

:1rotfl: Nope haven’t been to Five Guys in awhile either. lol

We would rather spend the extra money and have a nice sit down meal at a nice place.

I grill a lot and use my smoker often. It’s hard justifying fast food when what I or my wife cook is much better.

[photo1902]

Wow. Had no idea. It’s been awhile since we’ve eaten there too. We don’t eat fast food often but my wife just had a knee replacement and was getting cabin fever. So I took her for a little ride. lol

They’ve definitely gone up :)

[asianthree]

If you were short on McDs fry, check between your seat. The ones you dropped 4 years ago, will look exactly the same as the ones you drop today

[MrChip72]

A Big Mac meal and a 1/4 Pounder meal came to right at $18.

Makes the $12.99 double cheeseburger with fries and a beer deal on Tuesdays at some of the country clubs look like even more of a bargain.

[me4vt]

It’s McDonlds how good can it get!!!

[donassaid]

Don't complain about tge cost of meals if you supported $15/hr minimum wage.

[Mrmean58]

Ate there yesterday. Service was friendly and fast. They shorted us one french fry. Circled back through the drive thru. Was handed a bag with more than an order of fries and an apology. Food was typical of McDonalds. It was fresh and hot.

Hadn’t been to a McDonalds in about 4 years. Was a little surprised at the price. A Big Mac meal and a 1/4 Pounder meal came to right at $18.

They also placed a flyer in each bag stating they were hiring at $13-$18 per hour with up to 2,500 of tuition assistance.

I think I’ll go to Five Guys for my fast food burger fix at those prices.
You may get one meal at Five guys for $18.

[ThirdOfFive]

A cheeseburger, fries and drink at Five Guys is $18.70.
You can eat much cheaper, as well as better and healthier, at Amerikanos.

No burgers, of course.

[GizmoWhiskers]

Apparently you haven’t been tracking the news on inflation. Work at McDonalds for $18 and hour and tuition assistance; that’s called a HUGE increase in labor costs since the 70s.

What tuition? Isn't the "new" America tuition free or pledged/donated in a star's world?

[SeaCros]

The price of the food has gone up just like everything else so not shocked at all. If they ever bring back $0.39/$0.49 (hamburger/cheeseburger) the place would be slammed. Oh the good old days.

[MandoMan]

They shorted us one french fry.
:what:

At those prices, many of us would return if we were shorted even one French fry. But how many fries are in that size? Did he count them all? No cheating? He didn’t eat one?

[camp.mich@rocketmail.com]

Last time I was at Five Guys guys two burgers and a fry was $30.

[Two Bills]

"I have 30-30-30- who will give me 35...."

[Bay Kid]

If you were short on McDs fry, check between your seat. The ones you dropped 4 years ago, will look exactly the same as the ones you drop today

That is so true. I never ate their fries again after finding them in the car some time later.

[Bhighley]

It's open! Anyone been there? How is the food and service?

It’s McDonalds? The food is the same here as it is at any McDonalds? Even has the same menu… Yes, I’m shocked too.

[craigrmorrison]

Thank you. That is some very valuable information!

[HogPilot]

I'm betting you haven't been to Five Guys recently if you think 2 people can get similar quantities of food and drink for $18.00

:1rotfl:

$28+ last week at Five Guys for two junior burgers, small French Fries and a soda.

[Two Bills]

That is so true. I never ate their fries again after finding them in the car some time later.

Reheating in microwave kills any critters on them, and the fries are good to go again.:icon_wink:

[Catfishjeff]

I’ve been in the drive through line twice this week and found the operation to be very smooth. They move everybody through very fast. The help is polite and obviously well trained. The food was hot and was not reheated. Most of us old farts are glad to see McDonalds in the neighborhood - we aren’t expecting a great dining experience, just a decent, quick meal.

[jimkerr]

I went Saturday. Service was good and the food is just like any other McDonalds.

[rrtjp]

Wow. Had no idea. It’s been awhile since we’ve eaten there too. We don’t eat fast food often but my wife just had a knee replacement and was getting cabin fever. So I took her for a little ride. lol
Hope your wife has a speedy recovery from her knee surgery.
Semper Fi

[Rodneysblue]

It's open! Anyone been there? How is the food and service?

It's McDonalds, much lower expectation compared to 40 years ago. Use to be you could count on a friendly smile, decent burger, shake machines that worked and CLEAN restrooms.

[clwahlstrom]

Toto, are we still in California? $$$

[dhdallas]

It's open! Anyone been there? How is the food and service?

It's a McDonalds people. Get a life!

[mrf0151]

Burgers grilled at home. Soooo much better.

[dadcat]

It's open! Anyone been there? How is the food and service?

It’s a McDonald’s so ……

[Rainger99]

The real issue is whether fast food places can survive if they are charging $9 for a Big Mac, fries, and a drink and paying $15.00 an hour for the help. Demand for restaurants is very elastic while demand for utilities, groceries, and gas is less elastic.

Restaurants risk losing customers who 'vote with their feet' amid inflation (https://finance.yahoo.com/news/restaurants-risk-losing-customers-over-inflation-184428402.html?fr=sycsrp_catchall)

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

Ate there yesterday. Service was friendly and fast. They shorted us one french fry. Circled back through the drive thru. Was handed a bag with more than an order of fries and an apology. Food was typical of McDonalds. It was fresh and hot.

Hadn’t been to a McDonalds in about 4 years. Was a little surprised at the price. A Big Mac meal and a 1/4 Pounder meal came to right at $18.

They also placed a flyer in each bag stating they were hiring at $13-$18 per hour with up to 2,500 of tuition assistance.

I think I’ll go to Five Guys for my fast food burger fix at those prices.

I think Five Guys is ridiculously expensive. I rather have Burger King or Wendy's than McDonalds. I don't understand how they are the number one fast food burger place. They are in in last place as far as I'm concerned.

I was really surprised a few month's ago when I ate at Steak and Shake. The best fast food burgers I've ever had.

[MartinSE]

Apparently you haven’t been tracking the news on inflation. Work at McDonalds for $18 and hour and tuition assistance; that’s called a HUGE increase in labor costs since the 70s.

McD's workers in Denmark are paid $22/hr + 6 wks paid vacation. Price of Big Mac meal is about a dollar more to customers than here. The wage issue is a red herring. But, inflation of gas, electricity, oil, food, etc. is real, and it is worldwide.

[MartinSE]

Wife and I went through twice now, we pretty much only do drive through when we are on our way someplace like Gainesville, and stop for breakfast on the way. Food and service were fine. Not good not bad. Convenient.

Typically we stop at Cracker Barrel, but if we are running late we would stop at Starbucks or Burgerking for a breakfast sandwich and something to drink.

Glad it opened in Magnolia that will save us having to go all the way over to 466 (Pinellas area)/ Next up I understand a gas station will be opening soon by Kenny's Grill. That will help too.

To me fast food is a convince, not a place I want to go. Glad to have that and gas more convenient.

[DaleDivine]

I went Sunday morning on the way to Lowlands. Picked up a couple of breakfast burritos and I was on my way. Typical McDonalds food fast and hot. This was at about 6:50am so I wasn't expecting a line.

Since I drive by it most days, it's had lines since it opened on Friday. We'll see how it does after the newness wears off.

That'll be at least 7 or 8 years. The McDonalds at Colony always has a backup.
:ohdear::ohdear::ohdear:

[DaleDivine]

Wife and I went through twice now, we pretty much only do drive through when we are on our way someplace like Gainesville, and stop for breakfast on the way. Food and service were fine. Not good not bad. Convenient.

Typically we stop at Cracker Barrel, but if we are running late we would stop at Starbucks or Burgerking for a breakfast sandwich and something to drink.

Glad it opened in Magnolia that will save us having to go all the way over to 466 (Pinellas area)/ Next up I understand a gas station will be opening soon by Kenny's Grill. That will help too.

To me fast food is a convince, not a place I want to go. Glad to have that and gas more convenient.

Did you know that Starbucks regular, medium, and large coffee cups hold the exact same amount. The larger cups are designed taller but smaller in circumference to look like more. Buy one of each the next time and see it...
:ho::ho:

[retiredguy123]

I went Sunday morning on the way to Lowlands. Picked up a couple of breakfast burritos and I was on my way. Typical McDonalds food fast and hot. This was at about 6:50am so I wasn't expecting a line.

Since I drive by it most days, it's had lines since it opened on Friday. We'll see how it does after the newness wears off.
Have you ever seen a McDonald's go out of business? I understand that their business model is for the company to buy a failing franchise so that I doesn't close, even if it is losing money.

[Stu from NYC]

Did you know that Starbucks regular, medium, and large coffee cups hold the exact same amount. The larger cups are designed taller but smaller in circumference to look like more. Buy one of each the next time and see it...
:ho::ho:

Wow how sneaky

[champion6]

<snip> Glad it opened in Magnolia that will save us having to go all the way over to 466 (Pinellas area)/ Next up I understand a gas station will be opening soon by Kenny's Grill. That will help too. <snip> What is Kenny's Grill and where is it located? Never heard of it.

[golfing eagles]

McD's workers in Denmark are paid $22/hr + 6 wks paid vacation. Price of Big Mac meal is about a dollar more to customers than here. The wage issue is a red herring. But, inflation of gas, electricity, oil, food, etc. is real, and it is worldwide.

Then they pay 85% of that back in taxes. But "Big Brother" takes care of them for life. No thank you.

[Nucky]

A moment on the lips, forever on the hips! I can't believe we gave up most fast food except The Chick!

When we visit N.J. it's almost a must to go to White Castle. Pay once and you get to have 'em several times. Burgers are called Sliders. No, you can't compare them to anything in Florida. They are truly special.

[Nucky]

Then they pay 85% of that back in taxes. But "Big Brother" takes care of them for life. No thank you.

Doc, you've gotta be a White Castle Man. I hear they are serving Lobster Burgers now! :1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

[golfing eagles]

Doc, you've gotta be a White Castle Man. I hear they are serving Lobster Burgers now! :1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

They can't serve those lobster burgers. A certain barefooted Canadian welched on her losing bet, so those are off the menu:1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

[Michael G.]

Hadn’t been to a McDonalds in about 4 years. Was a little surprised at the price. A Big Mac meal and a 1/4 Pounder meal came to right at $18.



So, You would rather go somewhere else in TV for the same meal @ $45.00 plus tip. :shocked:

[charlieo1126@gmail.com]

That'll be at least 7 or 8 years. The McDonalds at Colony always has a backup.
:ohdear::ohdear::ohdear: I swear there are people on here that actually want business to fail, they seem to take satisfaction in bad mouthing prices or food probably in places they haven’t even gone to , but I find the idea of McDonald’s pricing themselves out of business here in villages is laughable,

[Veiragirl]

Are you kidding me? We're talking about MCDONALDS not the 4 Seasons. McDonalds will be the first building on the moon.

[Stu from NYC]

So, You would rather go somewhere else in TV for the same meal @ $45.00 plus tip. :shocked:

A good burger at a restaurant is a lot better than the burgers they sell at mcdonalds so the answer is yes but cost probably about $ 35

[Jayhawk]

Did you know that Starbucks regular, medium, and large coffee cups hold the exact same amount. The larger cups are designed taller but smaller in circumference to look like more. Buy one of each the next time and see it...
:ho::ho:

Starbucks cup size: The scam that wasn’t (https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/trends/starbucks-cup-size-the-scam-that-wasnt-a-scam-8631711.html)

Earlier this week, old rumours about Starbucks scamming its customers by serving the same amount of coffee in cups of different sizes were revived, thanks to a resurfaced video. Starbucks offers its customers beverages three sizes – tall (cups that can hold around 354 ml), grande (473 ml) and venti (591 ml).

[MareL]

Must use the app. Always 20 percent off

The App wont start working at this Location until Wed. according to the counter person.

[MartinSE]

Did you know that Starbucks regular, medium, and large coffee cups hold the exact same amount. The larger cups are designed taller but smaller in circumference to look like more. Buy one of each the next time and see it...
:ho::ho:

Sorry, not true. A fable running around on the internet. I will bet $10 you have not performed the measurement yourself and found venti is the same as small.

If somehow it actually was true, there would be a multibillion dollar class action lawsuit worldwide.

[MartinSE]

What is Kenny's Grill and where is it located? Never heard of it.

Sorry, spelling checker burned me - Fenny's Grill - Warm Springs an 301.

[photo1902]

Sorry, spelling checker burned me - Fenny's Grill - Warm Springs an 301.

Burned you again. It’s “Fenney” “and”

[Stu from NYC]

Sorry, not true. A fable running around on the internet. I will bet $10 you have not performed the measurement yourself and found venti is the same as small.

If somehow it actually was true, there would be a multibillion dollar class action lawsuit worldwide.

Darn I fell for it too.

[MrChip72]

Then they pay 85% of that back in taxes. But "Big Brother" takes care of them for life. No thank you.

Average in Denmark is around 35% in taxes. I'm sure most people would rather be paid $22/hour instead of the $12/hour average at McDonalds in Florida even with an extra 10% being paid towards taxes, not to mention the paid vacation and free health care.

Collecting social security is "Big Brother" taking care of people, and I don't see many people around here complaining about that.

[Topspinmo]

Average in Denmark is around 35% in taxes. I'm sure most people would rather be paid $22/hour instead of the $12/hour average at McDonalds in Florida even with an extra 10% being paid towards taxes, not to mention the paid vacation and free health care.

Collecting social security is "Big Brother" taking care of people, and I don't see many people around here complaining about that.


Not in my case I paid in 48 years. Big brother can keep care of me after I get my amount paid in.

[MartinSE]

Average in Denmark is around 35% in taxes. I'm sure most people would rather be paid $22/hour instead of the $12/hour average at McDonalds in Florida even with an extra 10% being paid towards taxes, not to mention the paid vacation and free health care.

Collecting social security is "Big Brother" taking care of people, and I don't see many people around here complaining about that.

///

[Calisport]

9 out of 10 doctors advise not to eat there.

[Two Bills]

9 out of 10 doctors advise not to eat there.

Yet 9 out of ten doctors and families eat there.

(Same source as your information!)

[HoosierPa]

It’s great

[Michael G.]

I love going to McDonalds for breakfast.
I use their receipt coupon, order 2 suage McMuffins with egg, a senior coffee for $4.75, (was $4.64 a couple months ago)

Sure bets spending $14.00 plus tip for breakfast.

[Stu from NYC]

Yet 9 out of ten doctors and families eat there.

(Same source as your information!)

Only the day after they get a health inspection

[MartinSE]

9 out of 10 doctors advise not to eat there.

I think there is a difference between "eating there frequently" and "eating there occasionally". All things in moderation is a good guide in my mind. We eat fast food 3 or 4 times a month.

When we eat fast food more than that I see a definite increase in weight and my PCP yells at me.

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

Average in Denmark is around 35% in taxes. I'm sure most people would rather be paid $22/hour instead of the $12/hour average at McDonalds in Florida even with an extra 10% being paid towards taxes, not to mention the paid vacation and free health care.

Collecting social security is "Big Brother" taking care of people, and I don't see many people around here complaining about that.

I have no idea what the tax system is like in Denmark, but most people in this country making $12.00 per hour pay zero in income tax.

Social security is a closed system where only people that have paid into it receive benefits. The amount of benefits that people receive is determined by how much they put in. It's very different than having everyone receiving the same benefits while some people have paid nothing.

And I don't know many people who think that social security pays for everything in their life.

Please don't compare social security to widespread socialism.

[charlieo1126@gmail.com]

Lots of people on this site want to believe the Starbucks fairy story , you know the ones that tell you how the $5.00 coffee is not worth it well those drinks may not be my favorite but someone is buying them , I get a very nice small black coffee in very comfortable surroundings there for $ 2 and change and leave a $1 , I suppose I’ll hear from the ones that are going to tell me what awful cause they support , well out of the thousands of causes they support I’m sure most can find one but me I don’t care

[MartinSE]

I have no idea what the tax system is like in Denmark, but most people in this country making $12.00 per hour pay zero in income tax.

I think several posts illustrated that even if the $12.00/hr employees paid the rate of income tax here they would be better off making almost double the income and having free healthcare thrown in.

We (most states) also offer "free" healthcare to some. But, our patchwork system ends up with us (taxpayers) paying almost as much (if not more) to administer the system than to actually provide healthcare.

Socialism is not the real issue here, the real issue is how inefficient we are being the richest nation and earth ensuring the health and welfare of our poorest citizens.

[Stu from NYC]

Lots of people on this site want to believe the Starbucks fairy story , you know the ones that tell you how the $5.00 coffee is not worth it well those drinks may not be my favorite but someone is buying them , I get a very nice small black coffee in very comfortable surroundings there for $ 2 and change and leave a $1 , I suppose I’ll hear from the ones that are going to tell me what awful cause they support , well out of the thousands of causes they support I’m sure most can find one but me I don’t care

Its your money you get to spend it as you see fit.

[MrChip72]

I have no idea what the tax system is like in Denmark, but most people in this country making $12.00 per hour pay zero in income tax.

Please don't compare social security to widespread socialism.

Denmark if you're making $22/hr, you're basically making $15/hour after tax. Still better than $12.

Widespread socialism doesn't really even exist Europe, it's just more socialist than here. No one here seems to freak out that the government runs the postal service or the DMV. Both of which are privatized in some European countries.

[kcrazorbackfan]

That'll be at least 7 or 8 years. The McDonalds at Colony always has a backup.
:ohdear::ohdear::ohdear:

It always has a backup because most mornings they have a very minimal staff there.

[MartinSE]

Denmark if you're making $22/hr, you're basically making $15/hour after tax. Still better than $12.

Widespread socialism doesn't really even exist in Europe, it's just more socialist than here. No one here seems to freak out that the government runs the postal service or the DMV. Both of which are privatized in some European countries.

This is true, that $7/hr (35% tax = about $1100/mth) includes all your taxes plus it is also paying for your health insurance that covers everything, and 6 weeks of vacation. The insurance is actually Universal and covers everything.

[txfan]

Are you kidding me? We're talking about MCDONALDS not the 4 Seasons. McDonalds will be the first building on the moon.


Nope, second. Dollar General will have been there long before.

[Stu from NYC]

Nope, second. Dollar General will have been there long before.

Price will be higher than $ 1.25 by than

[Pinball wizard]

This is from the app today, 6/9/22

[golfing eagles]

This is true, that $7/hr (35% tax = about $1100/mth) includes all your taxes plus it is also paying for your health insurance that covers everything, and 6 weeks of vacation. The insurance is actually Universal and covers everything.

Except-----your "35% average tax rate" includes all citizens----how many pay no tax (like 47% here), and therefore what is the TRUE rate among those that actually pay taxes (thereby supporting the other half).

Google can be your friend. Denmark's top bracket is about 55%, but they also have a VAT of 25% (value added tax) and a GST of 9%. And they also have something that would never go over in the US----a 0.7% church tax for the Church of Denmark (if you are a member)

[pauld315]

Can't wait for them to build a quality restaurant like Subway or Jersey Mike's Perfect fit for here

[photo1902]

Can't wait for them to build a quality restaurant like Subway or Jersey Mike's Perfect fit for here

That’s funny.

[EdFNJ]

A cheeseburger, fries and drink at Five Guys is $18.70. Gee Zeus! They're out of their minds. Well, I guess the Morse's have to get their "Villages Vig" and franchise fees are high. Not surprised I guess. Do they at least still give free peanuts?

[asianthree]

Gee Zeus! They're out of their minds. Well, I guess the Morse's have to get their "Villages Vig" and franchise fees are high. Not surprised I guess. Do they at least still give free peanuts?

Same price at Five guys in states other than TV. Developers need to reevaluate, cause their reputation of high rent maybe falling by the wayside of other landlords.:shrug:

[GpaVader]

Have you ever seen a McDonald's go out of business? I understand that their business model is for the company to buy a failing franchise so that I doesn't close, even if it is losing money.

Actually, yes, although I don't know why they ever opened one there to begin with.... The put one in pretty much a residential neighborhood next to a high school. They closed it within 3 years. They already had one 2 miles away on a busy interstate, so unless they thought they were going to make a killing on student lunches or after school snacks, I never understood why they opened one where they did.

[GpaVader]

A moment on the lips, forever on the hips! I can't believe we gave up most fast food except The Chick!

When we visit N.J. it's almost a must to go to White Castle. Pay once and you get to have 'em several times. Burgers are called Sliders. No, you can't compare them to anything in Florida. They are truly special.

You know they have a White Castle in Orlando....

[JMintzer]

Gee Zeus! They're out of their minds. Well, I guess the Morse's have to get their "Villages Vig" and franchise fees are high. Not surprised I guess. Do they at least still give free peanuts?

Have you been to one outside TV?

Pretty much the same price... I guess they have to pay the "Villages Vig" as well...

[Bogie Shooter]

Gee Zeus! They're out of their minds. Well, I guess the Morse's have to get their "Villages Vig" and franchise fees are high. Not surprised I guess. Do they at least still give free peanuts?

Come on Ed……………….
Your not a Morse basher.

[davefin]

I find it hard to believe that someone would actually start a thread asking how the food was at a new McDonald's! Folks: it's the same all over the planet Earth for this franchise, isn't it?

[retiredguy123]

I find it hard to believe that someone would actually start a thread asking how the food was at a new McDonald's! Folks: it's the same all over the planet Earth for this franchise, isn't it?
Yes. That is why it has been one of the most successful restaurant franchises ever created. Consistency.

[retiredguy123]

Other restaurants should take a cue from McDonald's. Be consistent. Mezza Luna was my go to place for pizza until last week. They used way too much cheese and the manager did nothing. So, they lost my business. How hard is it to have a pizza recipe and actually follow it?

[Stu from NYC]

Other restaurants should take a cue from McDonald's. Be consistent. Mezza Luna was my go to place for pizza until last week. They used way too much cheese and the manager did nothing. So, they lost my business. How hard is it to have a pizza recipe and actually follow it?

Was there last week with a good sized group and thought food was very good and served in a timely manner.

Have noticed that most restaurants make pizza slightly different than others. More cheese, less cheese, more sauce less sauce, etc. And dont let me get started on the dough

[retiredguy123]

Was there last week with a good sized group and thought food was very good and served in a timely manner.

Have noticed that most restaurants make pizza slightly different than others. More cheese, less cheese, more sauce less sauce, etc. And dont let me get started on the dough
Different restaurants have different recipes. But, the same restaurant should use the same recipe every time. Not, all of a sudden use 3 times as much cheese.

[Stu from NYC]

Different restaurants have different recipes. But, the same restaurant should use the same recipe every time. Not, all of a sudden use 3 times as much cheese.

Would have made my wife very happy with all that cheese.:duck:

[MartinSE]

I find it hard to believe that someone would actually start a thread asking how the food was at a new McDonald's! Folks: it's the same all over the planet Earth for this franchise, isn't it?

Well, no. It used to be, up until maybe the 70's. McDonalds held control over stores with an iron first. The thing you could always depend on with them was no matter where you travel you KNEW what you were getting.

Those days are long gone. Now, each franchise can be very different, dirty or clean, fresh food or old. I had to quit going to McDonalds because I drink Diet Coke and what many of them served did not taste anything like Diet Coke. I don't know if it was a cleanliness issue or if the franchise was using an off brand, but I gave up year ago.

I tried the one at Magnolia and it served actual Diet Coke and is convenient to grab a breakfast sandwich when we have to go to Gainesville early for a doctors appointment.

[Bogie Shooter]

Different restaurants have different recipes. But, the same restaurant should use the same recipe every time. Not, all of a sudden use 3 times as much cheese.

Blame it on the new guy!

[Michael G.]

Burgers grilled at home. Soooo much better.

Amen to that............:thumbup::mmmm:

Wife and I are terrible when it comes to going out to eat.
She's such a great cook and we both enjoy just, well, staying home.

[MartinSE]

Amen to that............:thumbup::mmmm:

Wife and I are terrible when it comes to going out to eat.
She's such a great cook and we both enjoy just, well, staying home.

Of course 5hey are so much better, I certainly would never call them good. The term is convenience.

People working three jobs to pay their rent don’t have time to cook, they need fast. People on cross country trips that can’t afford any extra time for fine dining, and on and on.

If everyone was as lucky as those of us that can afford to retire here are, McDonalds would have ver few customers.

But sadly they have a lot of customers, and people that eat there or similar places are dying by constantly eating that food. In moderation, it is bad, as a constant diet it is poison.

[Stu from NYC]

Of course 5hey are so much better, I certainly would never call them good. The term is convenience.

People working three jobs to pay their rent don’t have time to cook, they need fast. People on cross country trips that can’t afford any extra time for fine dining, and on and on.

If everyone was as lucky as those of us that can afford to retire here are, McDonalds would have ver few customers.

But sadly they have a lot of customers, and people that eat there or similar places are dying by constantly eating that food. In moderation, it is bad, as a constant diet it is poison.

McDonalds is not the only restaurant killing us.

[MartinSE]

McDonalds is not the only restaurant killing us.

Very true sadly. It does seem the healthier you want to eat, the more expensive it is - either eating out or at home.

[Speedie]

It's open! Anyone been there? How is the food and service?

My steak was great. Tender and medium well just as I ordered. The veggies were slightly overcooked but still good. Service was good too

[Marathon Man]

Other restaurants should take a cue from McDonald's. Be consistent. Mezza Luna was my go to place for pizza until last week. They used way too much cheese and the manager did nothing. So, they lost my business. How hard is it to have a pizza recipe and actually follow it?

One pizza with more cheese than you like and "my to go place" becomes "lost my business"? Wow.

[Papa_lecki]

McD's workers in Denmark are paid $22/hr + 6 wks paid vacation. Price of Big Mac meal is about a dollar more to customers than here. The wage issue is a red herring. But, inflation of gas, electricity, oil, food, etc. is real, and it is worldwide.

The McD workers in Denmark also pay 27% of that $22/hr in income taxes.

[retiredguy123]

One pizza with more cheese than you like and "my to go place" becomes "lost my business"? Wow.
Maybe not. But, I expect restaurants to be consistent. I think that is why McDonald's has been so successful.

[jimkerr]

Other restaurants should take a cue from McDonald's. Be consistent. Mezza Luna was my go to place for pizza until last week. They used way too much cheese and the manager did nothing. So, they lost my business. How hard is it to have a pizza recipe and actually follow it?

That’s the problem with old grumps here. They’re unreasonable. God forbid you got some extra cheese on your pizza!

[Michael G.]

Maybe not. But, I expect restaurants to be consistent. I think that is why McDonald's has been so successful.

They should abide by a Iso9000 system for consistency in their meals

[Two Bills]

My steak was great. Tender and medium well just as I ordered. The veggies were slightly overcooked but still good. Service was good too

The Spaghetti Carbonara was excellent as well. :mmmm:

[Kenswing]

Of course 5hey are so much better, I certainly would never call them good. The term is convenience.

People working three jobs to pay their rent don’t have time to cook, they need fast. People on cross country trips that can’t afford any extra time for fine dining, and on and on.

If everyone was as lucky as those of us that can afford to retire here are, McDonalds would have ver few customers.

But sadly they have a lot of customers, and people that eat there or similar places are dying by constantly eating that food. In moderation, it is bad, as a constant diet it is poison. We went to Magnolia Plaza yesterday for some groceries. About half the vehicles in the McDonalds drive thru were golf carts. I highly doubt those people were working three jobs. lol

[Stu from NYC]

Very true sadly. It does seem the healthier you want to eat, the more expensive it is - either eating out or at home.

To me it is the salt content. We never add extra salt at home but apparently restaurants think we need it to enjoy their food

[asianthree]

To me it is the salt content. We never add extra salt at home but apparently restaurants think we need it to enjoy their food

Salt is a preservative, used during the processing, it’s why micky D’S French fries that fell between your seats a year ago still looks the same as the fry you are eating today

[retiredguy123]

Salt is a preservative, used during the processing, it’s why micky D’S French fries that fell between your seats a year ago still looks the same as the fry you are eating today
Why is it that almost all canned food in the grocery store has a high salt content, unless you buy the "no salt added" or the "low sodium" versions? I thought that, if they can make the same product with less salt, they were just adding the salt to improve the taste.

[justjim]

Exactly. Some people just have to jump in without thinking. Good grief.

He was thinking…

[Stu from NYC]

Salt is a preservative, used during the processing, it’s why micky D’S French fries that fell between your seats a year ago still looks the same as the fry you are eating today

Part of why we avoid eating there unless no alternative

[asianthree]

Why is it that almost all canned food in the grocery store has a high salt content, unless you buy the "no salt added" or the "low sodium" versions? I thought that, if they can make the same product with less salt, they were just adding the salt to improve the taste.

Have you tried products without additives or preservatives? Big difference from canned low sodium. Read their label lots of other things to replace sodium.
I wasn’t raised with any commercial can product. We canned our own produce, and very little salt was used in anything. Salt should be added to taste as needed, not In processing. But my lifestyle is very different from those who have eaten processed food their whole life.

[retiredguy123]

That’s the problem with old grumps here. They’re unreasonable. God forbid you got some extra cheese on your pizza!
Old and grumpy, yes, but not unreasonable.

[MartinSE]

The McD workers in Denmark also pay 27% of that $22/hr in income taxes.

Yes, and if you read the posts you would see we already covered that. They still end up making $15/hr and with 100% universal healthcare, 6 weeks of paid vacation and more. And, the burgers cost less that a dollar more to cover those outrageous employee costs... ahem...

[MartinSE]

Why is it that almost all canned food in the grocery store has a high salt content, unless you buy the "no salt added" or the "low sodium" versions? I thought that, if they can make the same product with less salt, they were just adding the salt to improve the taste.

Salt is an appetite stimulant. It "encourages your body" to want more food.

Also, be sure to check the "added sugar" row on the nutrients. Most vegetables and fruit have sugar naturally in reasonable levels (American Diabetes Association recommends fruit in diabetics diet). However, they often ADD more refined sugar of various forms to get you to buy more. When a CEO of a major food producer was asked if he knew he was killing people, his response was, "not my fault, I simply supply what sells best"... ahem...

[MartinSE]

We went to Magnolia Plaza yesterday for some groceries. About half the vehicles in the McDonalds drive thru were golf carts. I highly doubt those people were working three jobs. lol

I agree, in fact I mentioned that the people here can afford to eat better, they choose not too eat better, and go the McDs.

But MOST of McD's customer are below middle income. And often working more than 2 jobs.

[Stu from NYC]

I agree, in fact I mentioned that the people here can afford to eat better, they choose not too eat better, and go the McDs.

But MOST of McD's customer are below middle income. And often working more than 2 jobs.

Just curious how do you know this about their customers? When our kids were little we went to fast food places very often as little kids did not have the patience to sit over a leisurely meal and did not want to subject others to loud noises. They were well behaved but did like to sing in a loud voice from time to time.

[stevecmo]

They should abide by a Iso9000 system for consistency in their meals

That's a joke, right?

[Caymus]

I agree, in fact I mentioned that the people here can afford to eat better, they choose not too eat better, and go the McDs.



What do you consider eating better? Most upscale restaurants use large amounts of salt and fats(usually butter) to improve the taste of their food.

[Boston-Sean]

Also, be sure to check the "added sugar" row on the nutrients. Most vegetables and fruit have sugar naturally in reasonable levels (American Diabetes Association recommends fruit in diabetics diet). However, they often ADD more refined sugar of various forms to get you to buy more. When a CEO of a major food producer was asked if he knew he was killing people, his response was, "not my fault, I simply supply what sells best"... ahem...

Back in the 60's there was a scientist who developed something called The Bliss Point which was the optimal level of Sugar in soft drinks. A level that was not too much and not too little. The perfect amount to get you to come back for more.

That concept has moved on to all kinds of processed foods with added sugars in them as well as things like Fat and Salt.

Even items like Yogurt with fruit in it have added sugar.

[Stu from NYC]

What do you consider eating better? Most upscale restaurants use large amounts of salt and fats(usually butter) to improve the taste of their food.

Unfortunately in their efforts to make us come back they give us all kinds of unhealthy additions to their meals.

[MartinSE]

Just curious how do you know this about their customers? When our kids were little we went to fast food places very often as little kids did not have the patience to sit over a leisurely meal and did not want to subject others to loud noises. They were well behaved but did like to sing in a loud voice from time to time.

When we were younger then, I grew up in a single-wage earner family and my mother cooked MOST meals. I would mow neighborhood yards for a quarter ($0.25) with a push mower to earn enough to go to that NEW restaurant that sold burgers for $0.15!

[retiredguy123]

That's a joke, right?
LOL. It probably was, but it wouldn't be funny to an ISO 9000 certification company.

[Stu from NYC]

LOL. It probably was, but it wouldn't be funny to an ISO 9000 certification company.

Very true

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

WOW!!!!! 9 pages on McDonald's.

IT'S A FREAKIN' MCDONALDS!!!!!!!!!

They're all the same!

[biker1]

MacDonalds is fine as long as you only order the side salad (with no salad dressing) and black coffee ;-)

What do you consider eating better? Most upscale restaurants use large amounts of salt and fats(usually butter) to improve the taste of their food.

[Stu from NYC]

WOW!!!!! 9 pages on McDonald's.

IT'S A FREAKIN' MCDONALDS!!!!!!!!!

They're all the same!

Actually some are different in what you order.

Been to one or two that would only sell pancakes at same price as pancakes with sausage. Since we do not eat pork asked about and said that is how it comes.

Spoke to manager and no satisfaction. Did not seem fair but said ok ordered something else and crossed that store off our list. Complained at Mcdonalds website and got a call from the store owner and said that is her policy.

[retiredguy123]

I think their best product is the Egg McMuffin. And, they have good coffee for less than a third of the price of the sit down places. Also, they provide better service and don't even expect a tip.

[coralway]

They're pretty much the same everywhere

[Bogie Shooter]

:popcorn::popcorn:

[JMintzer]

The McD workers in Denmark also pay 27% of that $22/hr in income taxes.

No to mention a 25% VAT on purchases...

[Veiragirl]

iT'S MCDONALDS FOR GOD SAKE, NOT THE FOUR SEASONS. HOW DO YOU THINK IT'S GOING TO BE? GREASY FRENCH FRIES, GOD KNOWS WHAT MEAT IS REALLY IN THE BURGERS,OVERPRICED AND CALORIE LADEN SOFT DRINKS. I CALL IT SURVIVAL FOOD. I'LL EAT IT IF THERE IS NOTHING ELSE.

[Bogie Shooter]

iT'S MCDONALDS FOR GOD SAKE, NOT THE FOUR SEASONS. HOW DO YOU THINK IT'S GOING TO BE? GREASY FRENCH FRIES, GOD KNOWS WHAT MEAT IS REALLY IN THE BURGERS,OVERPRICED AND CALORIE LADEN SOFT DRINKS. I CALL IT SURVIVAL FOOD. I'LL EAT IT IF THERE IS NOTHING ELSE.

Why are you SHOUTING?

[MartinSE]

I think their best product is the Egg McMuffin. And, they have good coffee for less than a third of the price of the sit down places. Also, they provide better service and don't even expect a tip.

That is pretty much the only thing we get there also.

[Normal]

I waiting for a Red Barn to open up.

[eyc234]

It's open! Anyone been there? How is the food and service?

It is McDonald's how do you think it would taste! It is the favorite food for kids, enough said.

[Topspinmo]

McDonald’s home of the stale buns.