
You Won’t Believe What’s #1 At McDonald’s In Wisconsin
McDonald’s is everywhere, from Green Bay to La Crosse. But what are Wisconsinites actually ordering when they roll up to the Golden Arches? Here’s what folks around the state are craving most.
What Are Wisconsin’s Favorite McDonald’s Orders?
With over 13,000 McDonald’s locations across the United States, you're never too far from some fries. Wisconsin is no exception, with more than 250 locations statewide serving everything from Egg McMuffins to Shamrock Shakes.

Not the Big Mac? Wisconsin Has Different Tastes
In many states, menu staples like the Big Mac or Chicken McNuggets top the charts. But not in Wisconsin. The Badger State has its own favorites, and the state's #1 pick wasn’t even introduced until the 1970s.
The iconic Quarter Pounder was created by a franchise owner in California in 1971 for customers who wanted a larger, meatier burger. It was a hit then and still is today. In 2018, McDonald’s made it even better by switching to fresh, never frozen beef in most U.S. locations, including Wisconsin.
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The first McDonald’s in Wisconsin opened decades ago, and since then, locals have seen all kinds of now-retired favorites come and go. Who remembers the McDLT or McSalad Shakers? And let’s not forget those seasonal hits like the McRib.
McDonald’s: Endless Options, But Some Reign Supreme in WI
With McDonald’s serving over 25 million people a day nationwide and offering around 50 to 60 items at any given time, the choices are endless. But some menu items clearly stand out above the rest.
So, what are the top five things Wisconsinites can’t resist? HolidayCalendar surveyed 4,268 Americans to find out.
Wisconsin's Top 5 McDonald's Menu Items
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