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The Classic McDonald's Burger That Still Reigns Supreme

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BY ROBERT HAYNES-PETERSON

Fries accentuating a McDonald's burger
Today's McDonald's menu is pretty complex, but according to Chowhound's Katie Melynn, the classic hamburger still remains among the best burgers at McDonald's.
Person wrapping a McDonald's cheeseburger
The standard hamburger at McDonald's is the quintessential fast food burger. In her ranking, Katie Melynn notes that it is well-balanced in terms of bun, burger size, and overall flavor.
McDonald's hamburger with ketchup and mustard
The condiments are ketchup, mustard, pickles, and chopped onions, which work well together without overpowering the 100% beef patty seasoned with salt and pepper.
Person holding a McDonald's burger
The burger is quite portable, as nothing spills out. It’s also cheap — HackTheMenu prices it at $2.69, while a fast food burger averages about $8.41 in 2024, per Bloomberg.