McDonald's plans massive overhaul with major changes to restaurants, pricing and menus

McDonald’s has kicked off 2026 with an ambitious shake-up plan to bring in nostalgia, technology and boost customer loyalty while adapting to changing consumer habits.

According to Mashed, the key changes in the plan include new restaurant openings, menu updates, pricing reforms and expanded digital tools.

Moving forward, the outlet reported McDonald’s plans to open more than 8,000 new restaurants globally by the end of 2026, which is part of a larger goal to reach at least 50,000 locations by 2027.