“McDonald's McRib Returns in 2025 After 45 Years of Cult-Favorite Limited Releases” — what this page in the network covers. McDonald's is bringing back its iconic McRib sandwich on October 27, 2025, in select cities, continuing a tradition that began 45 years ago. The boneless pork sandwich, slathered in tangy barbecue sauce with onions and pickles on a homestyle roll, first appeared on menus in the 1980s and has since b The boneless pork sandwich, slathered in tangy barbecue sauce with onions and pickles on a homestyle roll, first appeared on menus in the 1980s and has since become a cultural phenomenon due to its recurring limited-time availability.
Since 2023, the McRib has returned annually, fueling fan anticipation and social media buzz each fall. The 2025 rollout follows the same playbook, with a phased regional launch designed to drive urgency and foot traffic. The full version stays on the original page, which this listing opens directly.