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McRib Quietly Returns to Select Chicagoland McDonald’s

The chain has not commented, consistent with its practice of letting franchisees offer the sandwich locally based on demand.

Overview

  • Reporters documented the McRib on menus at multiple Chicago and suburban locations, indicating a limited regional rollout.
  • McDonald’s declined to comment on the sandwich’s reappearance in the Chicago area.
  • The item’s availability is time-limited and varies by restaurant, a pattern the company previously attributed to customer demand in a 2017 post.
  • The sandwich’s comeback follows a 2022 “Farewell Tour” and a 2023 return, underscoring its episodic marketing strategy.
  • Third‑party trackers report a possible Nov. 11 return in select markets, though McDonald’s has not confirmed any broader release.