{
  "id": 9356744,
  "title": "We tried the same McDonald's meal in the US and the UK. They were the same price, but one was a better value.",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/23/we-tried-the-same-mcdonalds-meal-in-the-us-and-the-uk-they-were-the",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-09-23T15:08:09.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Business Insider",
    "slug": "business-insider",
    "url": "https://www.businessinsider.com/same-mcdonalds-meal-us-vs-uk-review-prices-photos-2026-9"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "We compared McDonald's meals in New York City and London to assess how they stack up against each other. Both locations charged the same price for their meals, but there were notable differences in flavor and value.\n\nIn New York, the spicy chicken sandwich stood out with a distinct Southern flavor from the spicy mayo, thick buttered bun, and crunchy pickle slices. The meal also included a medium-sized pink drink made with strawberry and watermelon flavoring, lemonade, and ice, topped with freeze-dried strawberry pieces. The spicy chicken sandwich was moist and crispy, with a savory, black-peppery flavor that gave each bite a kick. The fries were thin, salty, and hot, a classic McDonald's offering. The dessert was a hand pie with a flaky, golden-brown exterior and a warm, caramelized apple filling.\n\nThe London location featured a more playful design, with colorful decor and an emphasis on its role in a charity fundraiser. The spicy chicken sandwich still had a pleasing flavor, though the reviewer wished for more crunchy pickles. The fries were still delicious, and the dessert was a tasty apple pie. However, the reviewer felt the pastry could have been more flaky.",
  "summary": "We tried similar McDonald's meals in New York City and London and compared portion sizes, value, and, of course, taste.",
  "key_points": [
    "Same McDonald's meal priced equally in US and UK",
    "Spicy chicken sandwich had distinct Southern flavor in NYC",
    "London location emphasized charity fundraiser theme"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}