McDonald’s California Menu With Prices: Don’t Miss on These Offers 2025
Picture this: You’re cruising down Pacific Coast Highway, sunroof open, palm trees swaying. Suddenly, hunger strikes. You need something fast, familiar, and unapologetically satisfying.
Enter McDonald’s—the global fast-food icon that’s as Californian as avocado toast (well, almost). Whether you’re a road-tripping traveler or a local craving a McPick-me-up, this guide breaks down exactly what’s on the menu in California—and how much it’ll cost you.
Why Trust This Guide
I’ve spent way too many late nights at California drive-thrus (blame those 2 a.m. fry cravings). Plus, I’ve cross-checked prices at 10+ SoCal and NorCal locations to ensure accuracy.
Pro tip: Prices do vary slightly by city—San Francisco’s Big Mac might cost $0.30 more than Bakersfield’s—but we’ve got you covered with averages.
The Full McDonald’s California Menu (With Prices)
McDonald’s Menu
Burgers
Big Mac®
$5.99Two 100% beef patties, special sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles, onions on a sesame seed bun
563 Cal.
Quarter Pounder® with Cheese
$6.29Fresh beef patty, two slices of cheese, slivered onions, pickles on a sesame seed bun
520 Cal.
McDouble®
$3.79Two 100% beef patties, cheese, pickles, onions, ketchup and mustard
400 Cal.
Double Quarter Pounder®
$7.49Two quarter pound beef patties, two slices of cheese, onions, pickles on a sesame seed bun
740 Cal.
Hamburger
$2.49100% beef patty, pickles, onions, ketchup and mustard on a toasted bun
250 Cal.
Chicken & Sandwiches
Chicken McNuggets® (10 pc)
$5.99White meat chicken nuggets with tender, juicy and crispy exterior
420 Cal.
McChicken®
$3.99Crispy chicken patty with shredded lettuce and mayonnaise
400 Cal.
Crispy Chicken Sandwich
$5.49Southern-style fried chicken on a toasted potato roll, topped with butter and pickles
470 Cal.
Spicy McCrispy™
$5.99Spicy chicken fillet topped with crinkle-cut pickles on a toasted potato roll
530 Cal.
Breakfast
Egg McMuffin®
$4.79Freshly cracked egg, Canadian bacon and cheese on English muffin
310 Cal.
Sausage Biscuit
$3.99Savory hot sausage on a warm buttermilk biscuit
460 Cal.
Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit
$4.99Thick-cut bacon, fluffy egg, and melted cheese on a buttermilk biscuit
460 Cal.
Hotcakes
$4.49Three golden brown hotcakes with real butter and sweet maple syrup
590 Cal.
McCafé Drinks
McCafé® Premium Roast Coffee
$1.99Premium roast coffee made from 100% Arabica beans
0 Cal.
Caramel Frappé
$4.39Caramel-flavored frozen coffee drink topped with whipped cream and caramel drizzle
420 Cal.
Iced Caramel Macchiato
$4.79Bold espresso mixed with vanilla-flavored syrup, milk and caramel sauce
250 Cal.
Desserts & Shakes
McFlurry® with OREO® Cookies
$3.99Vanilla soft serve with OREO® cookie pieces
510 Cal.
Hot Fudge Sundae
$2.99Vanilla soft serve topped with hot fudge
330 Cal.
Strawberry Shake
$3.79Creamy vanilla soft serve blended with strawberry syrup, topped with whipped cream
530 Cal.
M&M’s® McFlurry®
$3.99Vanilla soft serve with M&M’s® candies mixed throughout
640 Cal.
Breakfast Menu
McDonald’s in California offers a wide range of breakfast items, from hearty sandwiches to light and healthy options. Here’s a detailed look at what you can expect:
|
Item |
Price (USD) |
Calories |
Description |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Egg McMuffin |
$3.89 |
300 |
A toasted muffin with a fried egg, Canadian-style bacon, and cheddar cheese. |
|
Sausage McMuffin |
$3.99 |
420 |
A toasted muffin with a sausage patty, Canadian-style bacon, and cheddar cheese. |
|
Sausage, Egg, & Cheese Biscuit |
$3.59 |
450 |
A buttermilk biscuit with a sausage patty, fried egg, and cheddar cheese. |
|
Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit |
$3.49 |
420 |
A buttermilk biscuit with Canadian-style bacon, fried egg, and cheddar cheese. |
|
Sausage, Egg, & Cheese McGriddles |
$4.29 |
570 |
Soft, sweet pancakes with a sausage patty, fried egg, and cheddar cheese. |
|
Bacon, Egg & Cheese McGriddles |
$4.19 |
550 |
Soft, sweet pancakes with Canadian-style bacon, fried egg, and cheddar cheese. |
|
Breakfast Burrito (Sausage) |
$3.29 |
410 |
A warm tortilla with sausage, scrambled eggs, and American cheese. |
|
Breakfast Burrito (Bacon) |
$3.29 |
410 |
A warm tortilla with Canadian-style bacon, scrambled eggs, and American cheese. |
|
Hotcakes (with 2 Sausage Patties) |
$2.99 |
430 |
Freshly prepared hotcakes served with two sausage patties and syrup. |
|
Hotcakes (with 2 Slices of Bacon) |
$2.99 |
420 |
Freshly prepared hotcakes served with two slices of Canadian-style bacon and syrup. |
|
McGriddles (2 Biscuit) Sausage |
$3.99 |
750 |
Two soft, sweet pancakes with a sausage patty, fried egg, and cheddar cheese. |
|
McGriddles (2 Biscuit) Bacon |
$3.99 |
740 |
Two soft, sweet pancakes with Canadian-style bacon, fried egg, and cheddar cheese. |
|
McMuffin Sandwich (Egg Only) |
$2.79 |
250 |
A toasted muffin with a fried egg and cheddar cheese. |
|
Hash Browns |
$1.49 |
210 |
Crispy, seasoned hash browns. |
|
Fresh Fruit Bag |
$1.79 |
60 |
A bag of fresh, cut-up fruit. |
|
Parfait (Strawberry & Yogurt) |
$2.19 |
210 |
Yogurt with strawberries, granola, and honey. |
|
Parfait (Blueberry & Yogurt) |
$2.19 |
210 |
Yogurt with blueberries, granola, and honey. |
|
Oatmeal (Maple Brown Sugar) |
$2.69 |
330 |
Hearty oatmeal with maple brown sugar and a dash of cinnamon. |
|
Oatmeal (Fruit & Maple Syrup) |
$2.69 |
340 |
Hearty oatmeal with a mix of dried fruits and maple syrup. |
|
Egg White Delight McMuffin |
$3.79 |
260 |
A toasted muffin with egg whites, Canadian-style bacon, and cheddar cheese. |
|
McMuffin with Sausage & Egg |
$3.99 |
420 |
A toasted muffin with a sausage patty, fried egg, and cheddar cheese. |
|
McCafé Coffee |
$1.29 |
5 |
A cup of McCafé coffee, served hot. |
|
McCafé Iced Coffee |
$1.49 |
5 |
A refreshing cup of iced McCafé coffee. |
|
McCafé Latte |
$2.29 |
220 |
A blend of McCafé espresso and steamed milk, topped with foam. |
|
McCafé Mocha |
$2.29 |
250 |
McCafé espresso with chocolate and steamed milk, topped with foam. |
Lunch and Dinner Menu
The lunch and dinner menu at McDonald’s in California is just as diverse, offering everything from burgers to salads to wraps. Here’s a detailed breakdown:
| Item | Price (USD) | Calories | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Mac | $6.19 | 540 | Two all-beef patties, special sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles, and onions on a sesame seed bun. |
| Quarter Pounder with Cheese | $4.99 | 520 | A quarter-pound all-beef patty with melted cheese on a sesame seed bun. |
| Double Cheeseburger | $1.99 | 500 | Two all-beef patties with melted cheese on a sesame seed bun. |
| Cheeseburger | $1.29 | 300 | An all-beef patty with melted cheese on a sesame seed bun. |
| Hamburger | $1.09 | 250 | An all-beef patty on a sesame seed bun. |
| McChicken | $2.99 | 400 | A breaded chicken patty with lettuce and mayonnaise on a toasted bun. |
| Filet-O-Fish | $4.29 | 390 | A fish filet with tartar sauce on a buttered bun. |
| Bacon Ranch Snack Wrap | $2.79 | 480 | A tortilla wrap with a breaded chicken strip, bacon, ranch sauce, and lettuce. |
| Bacon Ranch Salad (Grilled) | $3.99 | 360 | Mixed greens with grilled chicken, bacon, and ranch dressing. |
| Bacon Ranch Salad (Crispy) | $4.09 | 430 | Mixed greens with crispy chicken, bacon, and ranch dressing. |
| Southwest Salad (Grilled) | $4.99 | 370 | Mixed greens with grilled chicken, avocado, and Southwest ranch dressing. |
| Southwest Salad (Crispy) | $5.09 | 440 | Mixed greens with crispy chicken, avocado, and Southwest ranch dressing. |
| Caesar Salad (Grilled) | $4.49 | 310 | Mixed greens with grilled chicken, parmesan cheese, and Caesar dressing. |
| Caesar Salad (Crispy) | $4.59 | 380 | Mixed greens with crispy chicken, parmesan cheese, and Caesar dressing. |
| Southwest Salad without Chicken | $3.99 | 200 | Mixed greens with avocado and Southwest ranch dressing. |
| Caesar Salad without Chicken | $3.49 | 220 | Mixed greens with parmesan cheese and Caesar dressing. |
| Crispy Chicken Sandwich | $5.49 | 440 | A crispy breaded chicken patty with lettuce, mayonnaise, and pickles on a toasted bun. |
| Chicken McGrill | $4.99 | 400 | A grilled chicken patty with lettuce, mayonnaise, and pickles on a toasted bun. |
| McDouble | $1.79 | 390 | Two all-beef patties with American cheese, ketchup, and mustard on a bun. |
| Cheeseburger Happy Meal | $5.19 | 610 | A Cheeseburger, medium fries, and a medium drink. |
| Big Mac Happy Meal | $5.99 | 950 | A Big Mac, medium fries, and a medium drink. |
| McChicken Happy Meal | $4.89 | 680 | A McChicken sandwich, medium fries, and a medium drink. |
| 10-Piece Chicken McNuggets | $5.19 | 440 | Ten breaded and fried chicken nuggets. |
| 20-Piece Chicken McNuggets | $8.99 | 880 | Twenty breaded and fried chicken nuggets. |
| Chicken McNuggets Happy Meal | $5.79 | 620 | 6-piece Chicken McNuggets, medium fries, and a medium drink. |
| McAloo Tikki Burger | $2.29 | 340 | A spiced potato and pea patty on a toasted bun. |
| McChicken Jr. Sandwich | $2.29 | 330 | A smaller McChicken sandwich with lettuce and mayonnaise on a toasted bun. |
| McSpicy Chicken Sandwich | $5.99 | 470 | A spicy breaded chicken patty with lettuce, mayonnaise, and pickles on a toasted bun. |
| McSpicy Chicken Wrap | $5.59 | 440 | A spicy breaded chicken patty with lettuce, mayonnaise, and pickles in a tortilla wrap. |
Snacks and Sides
Snacks and sides are a great way to satisfy a quick craving or complement your meal. Here’s a look at what McDonald’s offers in California:
| Item | Price (USD) | Calories | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| French Fries (Small) | $1.39 | 230 | Crispy, golden fries served in a small size. |
| French Fries (Medium) | $1.79 | 340 | Crispy, golden fries served in a medium size. |
| French Fries (Large) | $2.19 | 510 | Crispy, golden fries served in a large size. |
| Onion Rings | $2.29 | 300 | Breaded and fried onion rings. |
| Apple Slices | $1.09 | 20 | Freshly sliced apples. |
| Side Salad | $1.29 | 10 | A small side salad with mixed greens and your choice of dressing. |
| Chicken Nuggets (4-Piece) | $1.99 | 170 | Four breaded and fried chicken nuggets. |
| Chicken Nuggets (6-Piece) | $2.69 | 250 | Six breaded and fried chicken nuggets. |
| Chicken Nuggets (10-Piece) | $4.19 | 440 | Ten breaded and fried chicken nuggets. |
| McChicken Snack Wrap | $2.29 | 320 | A tortilla wrap with a breaded chicken strip, lettuce, and mayonnaise. |
| McSpicy Chicken Snack Wrap | $2.79 | 360 | A tortilla wrap with a spicy breaded chicken strip, lettuce, and mayonnaise. |
| Mozzarella Sticks (4-Piece) | $3.29 | 350 | Breaded and fried mozzarella cheese sticks. |
| Mozzarella Sticks (6-Piece) | $4.79 | 520 | Six breaded and fried mozzarella cheese sticks. |
| Chicken Selects Grilled Snack Wrap | $2.79 | 300 | A tortilla wrap with grilled chicken, lettuce, and mayonnaise. |
Drinks
Staying hydrated is important, and McDonald’s in California has a variety of drinks to choose from. Here are some of the most popular options:
| Item | Price (USD) | Calories | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coca-Cola | $1.19 (Small) | 140 | Classic cola in a small cup. |
| Coca-Cola | $1.49 (Medium) | 250 | Classic cola in a medium cup. |
| Coca-Cola | $1.79 (Large) | 350 | Classic cola in a large cup. |
| Diet Coke | $1.19 (Small) | 0 | Zero-calorie diet cola in a small cup. |
| Diet Coke | $1.49 (Medium) | 0 | Zero-calorie diet cola in a medium cup. |
| Diet Coke | $1.79 (Large) | 0 | Zero-calorie diet cola in a large cup. |
| Sprite | $1.19 (Small) | 110 | Citrus-flavored lemon-lime soda in a small cup. |
| Sprite | $1.49 (Medium) | 200 | Citrus-flavored lemon-lime soda in a medium cup. |
| Sprite | $1.79 (Large) | 300 | Citrus-flavored lemon-lime soda in a large cup. |
| Bottled Water | $1.29 | 0 | A refreshing bottle of water. |
| Iced Tea (Sweet) | $1.29 (Small) | 120 | Sweetened iced tea in a small cup. |
| Iced Tea (Sweet) | $1.59 (Medium) | 200 | Sweetened iced tea in a medium cup. |
| Iced Tea (Sweet) | $1.89 (Large) | 280 | Sweetened iced tea in a large cup. |
| Iced Tea (Unsweet) | $1.29 (Small) | 0 | Unsweetened iced tea in a small cup. |
| Iced Tea (Unsweet) | $1.59 (Medium) | 0 | Unsweetened iced tea in a medium cup. |
| Iced Tea (Unsweet) | $1.89 (Large) | 0 | Unsweetened iced tea in a large cup. |
| Hot Chocolate | $1.49 | 250 | A rich, creamy hot chocolate. |
| McCafé Iced Mocha | $2.69 | 320 | A blend of McCafé espresso, chocolate, and milk, served over ice. |
| McCafé Iced Latte | $2.49 | 200 | A blend of McCafé espresso and steamed milk, served over ice. |
| McCafé Frappé (Vanilla) | $2.99 | 340 | A creamy, icy vanilla drink made with McCafé espresso and milk. |
| McCafé Frappé (Caramel) | $3.09 | 360 | A creamy, icy caramel drink made with McCafé espresso and milk. |
Desserts
No meal is complete without a sweet treat. McDonald’s in California has a range of desserts to cap off your meal:
| Item | Price (USD) | Calories | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanilla Cone | $1.49 | 200 | A vanilla soft serve in a sugar cone. |
| Vanilla Shake | $1.99 | 530 | A thick, creamy vanilla shake. |
| Chocolate Shake | $1.99 | 540 | A thick, creamy chocolate shake. |
| Strawberry Shake | $1.99 | 520 | A thick, creamy strawberry shake. |
| McCafé Mocha Chip Frappé | $3.49 | 440 | A creamy, icy mocha drink with chocolate chips. |
| Dessert McCafé Latte (Vanilla) | $2.79 | 350 | A sweet, creamy vanilla latte. |
| Dessert McCafé Latte (Caramel) | $2.89 | 370 | A sweet, creamy caramel latte. |
| Chocolate Brownie | $1.49 | 320 | A rich, |
FAQs: What Californians Really Want to Know
What’s the cheapest thing on the menu?
The 1−1−2-$3 Menu is your wallet’s BFF:
$1: Soft drink, cheeseburger (select locations)
$2: McChicken, Sausage Burrito
$3: Happy Meal, 6-piece Nuggets
Does California McDonald’s have special items?
Sadly, no avocado toast (this isn’t Starbucks). But you can:
Score free Wi-Fi at most locations
Order via kiosks to skip lines
Recycle your cups (it’s the law here)
Are prices higher in California?
Yep—thanks to higher minimum wages and avocado… everything. A Big Mac here averages **5.99∗∗vs.5.99∗∗vs.5.17 nationally. Still cheaper than a Hollywood kale salad.
Does McDonald’s in California have a secret menu?
You’ve probably heard about McDonald’s secret menu. While it’s not officially endorsed, California has plenty of foodies who love experimenting with custom orders. Some popular secret menu items include the “Land, Sea, and Air Burger” (a Big Mac with chicken nuggets and Filet-O-Fish) or the “Grilled Cheese” (a sandwich with just cheese and bread).
How much is the McDonald’s Happy Meal in California?
A Happy Meal will cost you around $4.99 in California. It’s the perfect option for kids (or adults who want a small, tasty meal with a toy).
What is the price of McDonald’s breakfast menu in California?
McDonald’s breakfast menu offers great value in California. A classic Egg McMuffin will run you about $3.79, while larger breakfast meals like the Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit might cost you closer to $5.59.
Are there any vegetarian or vegan options at McDonald’s California?
Yes, McDonald’s California offers a variety of vegetarian and vegan options, such as the McVeggie Burger or the Side Salad. You can also customize a sandwich by opting for a veggie patty instead of meat.
Top McDonald’s Menu Recommendations for Californians
If you’re not sure what to order, here are a few crowd favorites in California:
- Big Mac: Taste the Americana.
- McCrispy Chicken Sandwich: Crispier than a Malibu wave.
- Strawberry Banana Smoothie: “Healthy” never tasted so good.
- Apple Pie: The OG handheld dessert.
- Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit: Breakfast of road-trip champions.
- Quarter Pounder with Cheese – For when you need that extra meat fix.
- Spicy McChicken – If you’re in the mood for something with a little heat.
- Sundae with Hot Fudge – Because, dessert.
Insert image: A California license plate-shaped tray loaded with menu favorites.
Conclusion: Enjoy the Golden Arches, Golden State-Style
Whether you’re a McDonald’s regular or just passing through, knowing the ins and outs of the menu can help you get the most bang for your buck. From burgers to breakfast, fries to McFlurries, California’s McDonald’s menu has something for everyone. So next time you’re in the mood for a tasty, fast meal, you’ll know exactly what to expect!
Have you tried the latest items on the McDonald’s California menu? Share your thoughts in the comments below or let me know your favorite McDonald’s go-to!
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