Canada’s first drive-thru-only McDonald’s opens in Winnipeg
One Grimace and dozens of smiles were on display Wednesday as McDonald’s staff and supporters celebrated the grand opening of the fast-food chain’s first drive-thru-only restaurant in Canada.
McDonald's Canada celebrated the grand opening of its first drive-thru-only restaurant in Winnipeg on Wednesday. The restaurant, located at the corner of Grant Avenue and Kenaston Boulevard, does not include a lobby or dining area, focusing solely on serving drive-thru customers and those who order via app or food delivery services.
The restaurant is a 2,000 sq. ft. one-story building that will employ around 50 people and operate 24/7. Amit Kapoor, the franchisee, was accompanied by local politicians as he cut the ribbon to mark the opening. McDonald's wanted to expand into this location due to consumer demand and the lack of space for a traditional-sized restaurant.
Winnipeg city council approved the proposal in November, despite the need to remove a property restriction and exempt the restaurant from operating hours. The new site is the second drive-thru-only McDonald's in Canada, following two successful locations in the United States.
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