McDonald's Breakfast Menu: Popular Items, Prices & Hours
The McDonald's breakfast menu is famous for the Egg McMuffin, the Sausage, Egg & Cheese McGriddles, and the Big Breakfast with Hotcakes. The meals come with crispy Hash Browns and a hot McCafé coffee. Sweet Hotcakes and the warm Sausage Burrito round out the menu. Most restaurants serve breakfast every day from 5:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
What Is the McDonald's Breakfast Menu Known For?
McDonald's gives you a lot of choice in the morning. You can pick a classic Egg McMuffin with lean Canadian bacon. You can pick a sweet Sausage, Egg & Cheese McGriddles. Or you can keep it light with Fruit & Maple Oatmeal. There are also buttery biscuits, golden Hash Browns, and hot McCafé coffee to finish your meal.
On this page, you will find the full McDonald's breakfast menu with prices. You will also find the drinks list, the meals and deals, nutrition facts, allergen facts, and easy ways to order and save money. Prices can change from one restaurant to the next, so use them as a close guide for your visit.
McDonald's Breakfast Drinks
McCafé is the coffee side of McDonald's. You can get a Premium Roast Coffee, an Iced Coffee, lattes, and hot chocolate, plus orange juice and milk. Here are the drinks and prices.
| Drink | Price |
|---|---|
| Hot Chocolate (Medium) | $4.50 |
| Latte (Medium) | $4.19 |
| Orange Juice | $3.79 |
| Premium Roast Coffee (Medium) | $2.99 |
| Iced Coffee (Medium) | $2.19 |
| 1% Low Fat Milk | $1.89 |
| Premium Roast Coffee (Small) | $1.79 |
McDonald's Breakfast Combos & Meal Deals
Most breakfast sandwiches also come as a meal. A meal gives you the sandwich, crispy Hash Browns, and a small Premium Roast Coffee for one set price. The Egg McMuffin Meal is the classic pick, and the Sausage Burrito Meal costs the least.
| Combo | Price |
|---|---|
| Sausage, Egg & Cheese McGriddles Meal | $9.29 |
| Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit Meal | $8.99 |
| Sausage McMuffin with Egg Meal | $8.99 |
| Bacon, Egg & Cheese McGriddles Meal | $8.89 |
| Sausage Biscuit with Egg Meal | $8.49 |
| Egg McMuffin Meal | $8.19 |
| Sausage McGriddles Meal | $8.19 |
| Sausage Burrito Meal | $8.09 |
Good deal: the $4 Breakfast Meal Deal gives you a Sausage McMuffin or a Sausage Biscuit with Hash Browns and a small coffee for $4 at restaurants that take part.
McDonald's Breakfast Nutrition Facts
This table shows the main nutrition facts for each item on the McDonald's breakfast menu. The facts come from McDonald's official US nutrition data. Each row is for one serving of the item in its standard build, with no changes or swaps.
| Item | Calories | Carbs | Protein | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Breakfast with Hotcakes | 1340 | 158g | 36g | 2070mg |
| Big Breakfast | 760 | 57g | 26g | 1540mg |
| Hotcakes and Sausage | 770 | 102g | 15g | 810mg |
| Sausage, Egg & Cheese McGriddles | 550 | 44g | 19g | 1290mg |
| Hotcakes | 580 | 101g | 9g | 530mg |
| Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit | 460 | 39g | 17g | 1330mg |
| Bacon, Egg & Cheese McGriddles | 430 | 44g | 17g | 1230mg |
| Sausage McMuffin with Egg | 480 | 30g | 20g | 830mg |
| Sausage Biscuit with Egg | 530 | 38g | 17g | 1190mg |
| Egg McMuffin | 310 | 30g | 17g | 770mg |
| Egg & Cheese Biscuit | 390 | 39g | 13g | 1110mg |
| Sausage McGriddles | 430 | 41g | 11g | 990mg |
| Sausage McMuffin | 400 | 29g | 14g | 760mg |
| Sausage Burrito | 310 | 25g | 13g | 800mg |
| Hash Browns | 140 | 18g | 2g | 310mg |
| Sausage Biscuit | 460 | 37g | 11g | 1090mg |
| Fruit & Maple Oatmeal | 320 | 64g | 6g | 150mg |
McDonald's can change a recipe at any time. Please check the nutrition calculator on the McDonald's website for the newest facts before you order.
McDonald's Breakfast Allergen Information
This table shows the allergens in each item, from the official McDonald's allergen information. The list helps you pick a safe meal before you order. The Egg McMuffin and most hot items share the same main allergens.
| Item | Allergens |
|---|---|
| Big Breakfast with Hotcakes | Egg, Milk, Soy, Wheat |
| Big Breakfast | Egg, Milk, Soy, Wheat |
| Hotcakes and Sausage | Egg, Milk, Soy, Wheat |
| Sausage, Egg & Cheese McGriddles | Egg, Milk, Soy, Wheat |
| Hotcakes | Egg, Milk, Soy, Wheat |
| Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit | Egg, Milk, Soy, Wheat |
| Bacon, Egg & Cheese McGriddles | Egg, Milk, Soy, Wheat |
| Sausage McMuffin with Egg | Egg, Milk, Soy, Wheat |
| Sausage Biscuit with Egg | Egg, Milk, Soy, Wheat |
| Egg McMuffin | Egg, Milk, Soy, Wheat |
| Egg & Cheese Biscuit | Egg, Milk, Soy, Wheat |
| Sausage McGriddles | Milk, Soy, Wheat |
| Sausage McMuffin | Milk, Soy, Wheat |
| Sausage Burrito | Egg, Milk, Soy, Wheat |
| Hash Browns | Milk, Wheat |
| Sausage Biscuit | Milk, Soy, Wheat |
| Fruit & Maple Oatmeal | Milk |
Please note: McDonald's kitchens cook food on shared equipment, so one food can touch another food and its allergens. If you have an allergy, please ask the restaurant team before you order.
How to Order McDonald's Breakfast & Save Money
It is easy to order McDonald's breakfast. These simple tips can help you save money on almost every visit.
- In store and drive thru: Most restaurants start breakfast at 5:00 AM and end at 10:30 AM, so come early. The drive thru is the fastest way on a busy morning. A few restaurants serve breakfast until 11:00 AM, above all on weekends.
- McDonald's app and website: You can order ahead on the app or on mcdonalds.com and skip the line. Pick up your food in the store, at the drive thru, or at a curbside spot. The app shows the menu and prices for your restaurant.
- Delivery: You can order McDelivery in the McDonald's app or on apps like DoorDash and Uber Eats. Delivery prices can be a bit high, and breakfast still ends at 10:30 AM. Check the total before you pay.
- MyMcDonald's Rewards: Members earn 100 points for every $1 they spend. With 1,500 points, you can get free Hash Browns or a small coffee. Points end after about six months, so use them in time. Deals in the app can cut the price even more.
- Save more: A meal adds Hash Browns and a coffee to your sandwich for less than the three one by one. The $4 Breakfast Meal Deal is the lowest price full breakfast at restaurants that take part. Always check the Deals tab in the app first.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does McDonald's start serving breakfast?
Most McDonald's restaurants in the US start breakfast at 5:00 AM every day. A few open a little later. The full breakfast menu is ready when the restaurant opens, so an early visit is easy.
What time does McDonald's stop serving breakfast?
Breakfast ends at 10:30 AM at most restaurants. Some serve until 11:00 AM, above all on weekends. After the cutoff, the kitchen swaps to the lunch menu and breakfast items are gone for the day.
Does McDonald's serve breakfast all day?
No. McDonald's serves breakfast in the morning only. It ends at 10:30 AM at most restaurants, so come early for an Egg McMuffin or Hotcakes. The lunch menu takes over after that.
How much is an Egg McMuffin?
An Egg McMuffin costs around $4.29 in the US. The Egg McMuffin Meal with Hash Browns and a small coffee costs around $8.19. Prices can change from one restaurant to the next.
What is the most popular breakfast item at McDonald's?
The Egg McMuffin is the most loved item on the McDonald's breakfast menu. It has a fresh cracked egg, lean Canadian bacon, and melted American cheese on a toasted English muffin.
How many calories are in an Egg McMuffin?
An Egg McMuffin has 310 calories. This number comes from McDonald's official US nutrition data. It also has 17 grams of protein, which is a lot for a small sandwich.
Does McDonald's have pancakes or a kids breakfast?
Yes. McDonald's sells Hotcakes with butter and syrup, and Hotcakes and Sausage for a bigger plate. Kids also like the Fruit & Maple Oatmeal, Hash Browns, and a cold milk or juice.
Does McDonald's serve breakfast on holidays?
Many McDonald's restaurants stay open on holidays, but hours can change from one spot to the next. Breakfast still ends at 10:30 AM. Please check the hours of your restaurant before you go.
Final words
The McDonald's breakfast menu has a lot to enjoy. You can pick a classic Egg McMuffin, a sweet Sausage, Egg & Cheese McGriddles, or the full Big Breakfast with Hotcakes. Just come before 10:30 AM, because breakfast ends in the late morning. With the full menu, drinks, meals, and MyMcDonald's Rewards, it is easy to build a breakfast that fits your morning and your budget. Prices and hours can change from one restaurant to the next, so check with your restaurant before you visit.
More Breakfast Menus to Explore
If you love a good breakfast, take a look at these full menu guides too. Each one has prices, drinks, meals, nutrition facts, and serving hours.
Wendy's Breakfast Menu17 Items • $0.99 to $6.62Breakfast Baconator, warm biscuits, croissants, and crispy Seasoned Potatoes.
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Burger King Breakfast Menu23 Items • $1.49 to $5.87Croissan'wich sandwiches, Fully Loaded Biscuits, and crispy Hash Browns.
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Chick-fil-A Breakfast Menu15 Items • $2.19 to $6.69Chicken Biscuits, Chick-n-Minis, and Hash Brown Scramble Bowls.
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Taco Bell Breakfast Menu14 Items • $1.99 to $7.39Breakfast Crunchwraps, toasted burritos, quesadillas, and sweet Cinnabon Delights.
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Dunkin' Breakfast Menu19 Items • $1.39 to $6.49Bacon Egg and Cheese Sandwiches, Wake-Up Wraps, Munchkins, and famous coffee.
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Starbucks Breakfast Menu18 Items • $3.25 to $7.57Bacon Gouda Sandwiches, egg bites, wraps, oatmeal, and coffee served all day.
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Tim Hortons Breakfast Menu9 Items • $1.79 to $5.69Farmer's Breakfast Wraps, breakfast sandwiches, Timbits, and famous hot coffee.
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Jack in the Box Breakfast Menu17 Items • $2.89 to $7.49Ultimate Breakfast Sandwiches, Supreme Croissants, burritos, and breakfast served all day.
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Sonic Breakfast Menu9 Items • $3.99 to $6.29SuperSONIC Breakfast Burritos, Breakfast Toasters, French Toast Sticks, and all day breakfast.
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Whataburger Breakfast Menu10 Items • $2.59 to $7.43Honey Butter Chicken Biscuits, Taquitos, and breakfast served from 11 PM to 11 AM.
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IHOP Breakfast Menu28 Items • $3.49 to $19.49Buttermilk Pancakes, big omelettes, Breakfast Samplers, and breakfast at any hour.
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Denny's Breakfast Menu16 Items • $3.69 to $16.99Original Grand Slams, Lumberjack Slams, Moons Over My Hammy, and diner coffee, all day and night.
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Waffle House Breakfast Menu24 Items • $2.65 to $14.95All-Star Specials, Classic Waffles, omelets, melts, and famous hashbrowns, served 24 hours.
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Cracker Barrel Breakfast Menu19 Items • $3.29 to $19.99Old Timer's Breakfast plates, Grandma's Samplers, pancakes, biscuits and gravy, all day.
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Bob Evans Breakfast Menu24 Items • $2.99 to $16.99Farmer's Choice plates, hotcakes, omelets, and farm style breakfast served all day.
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Perkins Breakfast Menu18 Items • $5.49 to $18.99Magnificent Sevens, Tremendous Twelves, Build-A-Breakfast plates, and Mammoth Muffins.
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First Watch Breakfast Menu18 Items • $6.29 to $14.99Avocado Toast, Chickichanga, Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, and fresh juice at a daytime cafe.
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Panera Bread Breakfast Menu19 Items • $2.29 to $6.99Bacon Egg and Cheese Sandwiches, souffles, bagels, and fresh bakery in the morning.
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Einstein Bros. Bagels Breakfast Menu17 Items • $2.49 to $11.09Farmhouse Egg Sandwiches, fresh bagels, shmear, and bagel boxes for the family.
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Hardee's Breakfast Menu19 Items • $1.92 to $6.40Monster Biscuits, Made From Scratch Biscuits, Breakfast Platters, and Hash Rounds.
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