McDonald's Breakfast Menu with Prices 2026 Explained

What's up everyone, welcome back to the kitchen. If you're looking for a super tasty breakfast that will keep you feeling full and focused until lunchtime, look no further than McDonald's! In today's article I'm going to be showing you how to order the most delicious meal possible off the McDonald's breakfast menu with prices 2026.

If you need a quick snack before dash to work or have a full family to feed on a weekend or even just looking for the best deal then this page should help give you everything you need before hitting up those golden arches in your car!

Breakfast is served early in the morning at most U.S. McDonald’s and often from 5:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 5:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends, but times can vary so it’s always best to ‌check‌ online or use the McDonald’s app before you head out in case times have changed or if some locations don’t serve breakfast at all!

Note: Prices in this guide are average U.S. Pricing and availability could change by location. Make sure to check the McDonald's app or your local store for most accurate pricing.

1. What Is on the McDonald's Breakfast Menu?

McDonald's serves one of the most recognizable breakfast menus in fast-food. It has an option for everyone, whether you like a simple breakfast of coffee and hash browns or crave a full meal first thing in the morning. These are the main categories you'll find on the McDonald's breakfast menu:

• Breakfast sandwiches: McMuffins, Biscuits, McGriddles, Bagels, and Burritos
• Breakfast platters: Big Breakfast, Hotcakes, and Big Breakfast with Hotcakes
• Sides: Hash Browns, Fruit and Maple Oatmeal
• McCafe Drinks: Coffee, Lattes, Iced Coffee and a lot more
• Value Deals: McValue Menu, which includes items under $3 and the $4 Breakfast Meal Deal.

McDonald’s Breakfast Hours 2026

Here are the regular McDonald’s breakfast hours in the U.S., by the way:

All Day Breakfast has been discontinued at most U.S. McDonald's locations. Breakfast is now only available during morning hours. Check the McDonald's app for your local store hours.

2. McDonald’s Breakfast Sandwich Menu with Prices

McDonald’s breakfast sandwiches are the star of the fast-food chain’s morning menu. They come in five different main varieties, but each one has several alterations to select from depending upon your preference and budget.

McMuffin Sandwiches

McMuffins are made on a toasted English muffin and and is one of the most popular breakfast items at McDonald's. Here are the prices and calorie info:

The best thing is to have Sausage McMuffin is that it comes under the price of $3 on the McValue Menu or you can also get it for $1.50 as a limited-time promotional price.

Biscuit Sandwiches

McDonald's biscuit sandwiches are soft and flaky while featuring classic breakfast flavors. They are a Southern-style choice that is on the menu all day, every morning.

 At some of our restaurants you can swap bacon for sausage. Just ask at the counter or in the McDonald's app.

McGriddles Sandwiches

McGriddles is one of the more interesting breakfast sandwiches you can get at McDonald’s. Instead of using a regular bun, they use soft, maple-flavored griddle cakes. The result is a tasty and slightly sweet sandwich that many customers enjoy.

Bagel Sandwiches

Mcdonald’s bagel sandwiches are back on March 2026 in all US stores. A fan favorite that hadn’t been a menu item for quite some time they will be at participating locations. Keep in mind prices and participation may carry.

Bagel sandwiches returned nationally in 2026 and are available in most U.S. McDonald's stores. Use the McDonald's app to see if they're in your area.

Sausage Burrito

The McDonald’s Sausage Burrito is a pretty straight forward and low cost breakfast item. It’s made with scrambled eggs, sausage, peppers, and cheese all wrapped up in a warm tortilla. It’s also one of the least expensive items you’ll find on the breakfast menu.

3. McDonald’s Breakfast Platters and Homestyle Breakfasts with Prices

If you want a much larger and heartier breakfast, McDonald’s also has platters on their breakfast menu that are great for when you have some time to sit down and eat.

McDonald’s most complete breakfast platter is the Big Breakfast. It includes scrambled eggs, a sausage patty, golden hash browns, and a warm biscuit. Nothing too overboard, just something to satisfy your hunger.

Big Breakfast

You can also substitute sausage with bacon if you so choose at certain locations. Three pancakes with syrup and butter are added to the regular Big Breakfast for the Big Breakfast with Hotcakes.

Hotcakes

McDonald's hotcakes are a good option if you feel like eating pancakes. The hotcakes here are fluffy and they come with butter and maple syrup. You can order the hotcakes by themselves or with sausage if you want something heavier.

Breakfast Meals: How Combos Work

When you get a McDonald's breakfast meal, you're purchasing a sandwich or platter with hash browns and a small coffee. It usually is cheaper to order it as a meal then individually.

How meal combo pricing works at McDonald’s:

• Choose your main breakfast sandwich or platter
• Meal comes with hash browns.
• You get a small coffee as part of the meal.
• We can swap out coffee for juice, with a small additional charge
• The $4 Breakfast Meal Deal (launched April 21, 2026) is one of the best new values

4. McDonald's Breakfast Sides and Drinks Menu with Prices

Breakfast Sides

McDonald’s breakfast sides are few but beloved. The Hash Browns ($1.29) are the best-selling ‘breakfast side’ on the McDonald’s menu, and now you can get them for less than $3 if you order from the McValue Menu.

McCafe Breakfast Drinks

McCafe drinks are a huge part of the McDonald’s breakfast experience. Whether you just want a nice hot coffee or you’re looking for something a little fancier like an iced latte, they have it all for you coffee lovers out there.

5. McDonald's Breakfast Value Deals and McValue Menu 2026

McDonald's expanded its value offerings in 2026. If you're budget-conscious or simply want the best deal possible, there are a slew of options available to you during breakfast hours.

Under $3 Breakfast Items

Under $3 breakfast list includes the following items can you get at part in this of the mc value menu starting April 2026.

$4 Breakfast Meal Deal (New - April 2026)

McDonald’s introduced a new $4 Breakfast Meal Deal on April 21, 2026. It is part of the larger McValue Menu and one of the best breakfast deals McDonald’s has offered in quite some time. The deal is a mix-and-match style offer, available at participating locations nationwide.

Buy One, Add One for $1

McDonald’s also has a Buy One, Get One for $1 offer on select breakfast sandwiches. You’ll have to buy one of the sandwiches at regular price and you’ll get the second for just $1. The deal can be found in the McDonald’s app as well and it includes breakfast sandwich options like Sausage McMuffin.

McDonald's App Deals and My McDonald's Rewards

The best way to save money on breakfast at McDonald's is to download the McDonald's app. Here are some things you can get with the app:

• Earn points on every order with My McDonald’s Rewards
• Redeem points for free food & breakfast
• Get app-exclusive deals including free medium fries with any purchase of $1 or more on Fridays.
• New user bonus for first time app users
• Use Mobile Order and Pay to skip the line and pick up your order at Curb side or the Front Counter

6. McDonald's Breakfast Nutrition and Calorie Guide

If you're watching your weight or your over-all diet, this section is all you! I've got the McDonald's breakfast menu calories and nutrition facts for you.

Lowest Calorie Breakfast Options

Highest Protein Breakfast Picks

Allergen Awareness

McDonald’s breakfast items are not allergen-free. Here’s what you need to know:

• Common allergens in our breakfast items include wheat and milk. McDonald’s kitchens are not free of gluten or nuts.
• We do not certify our U.S. menu items as Halal, Kosher, vegetarian or vegan.
• The Sausage Gravy Biscuit can have up to 2,480mg of sodium per serving (over 100% of your daily recommended intake)
• Always refer to the McDonald's app or official website for the latest information on allergens before you make a purchase.

FAQs

1. What time does McDonald's stop serving breakfast?

Most U.S. McDonald's restaurants stop serving breakfast at 10:30 AM on weekdays and 11:00 AM on the weekends. But many locations stop serving breakfast much earlier than that. Noon is extremely rare, but 10:30 makes sense since they need time to convert everything over for the lunch menu and start serving it by 11.

2 How much does a McDonald's breakfast cost?

McDonald’s breakfast costs between $1 and $4, depending on how much you order. McDonald’s breakfast now adds a Sausage McMuffin or Bacon Egg & Cheese Biscuit to the All-Day Menu.

3 Does McDonald's still offer All Day Breakfast?

No. McDonald's stopped serving it at most U.S.A stores. So, breakfast is now only served in the morning and for that if you miss it, the regular lunch/dinner food is prob your cheapest option.

4. What is the lowest calorie item on McDonald's breakfast menu?

The Sausage McMuffin and Hash Browns are some of the most affordable breakfast items. You can get both for under $3 on the McValue Menu. The Sausage McMuffin is currently being advertised for only $1.50 at participating locations as a limited time promotional offer.