Penang offers a delightful mix of local and international cuisines, and among the global fast-food chains present, McDonald's stands out as a favorite for many. With multiple outlets across the state, McDonald's serves both residents and tourists seeking familiar tastes and quick service.
History of McDonald's
McDonald's began as a small burger restaurant in San Bernardino, California, in 1940. In 1954, Ray Kroc discovered this establishment and saw its potential. By 1955, he opened the first McDonald's franchise in Des Plaines, Illinois, laying the foundation for what would become one of the world's leading food service brands, with over 36,000 restaurants in more than 100 countries.1
McDonald's in Malaysia and Penang
Since opening its first outlet in Malaysia in 1982, McDonald's has expanded significantly, with numerous branches across the country. In George Town and other parts of Penang, McDonald's restaurants are strategically located to cater to the bustling urban population and tourists alike. Notably, the McDonald's at Birch House in Penang Times Square operates 24 hours and is housed in a fully restored heritage building, making it one of the franchise's most unique outlets globally.2
Menu Highlights
McDonald's Malaysia offers a diverse menu that caters to local tastes while retaining its classic offerings. Some popular items include:
Ayam Goreng McD: Spicy or regular fried chicken pieces.
Nasi Lemak McD: A local favorite featuring coconut rice, sambal, and fried chicken.
Spicy Chicken McDeluxe: A spicy chicken burger with lettuce and mayonnaise.
McChicken: A classic chicken sandwich with lettuce and mayonnaise.
Big Mac: The iconic double beef patty burger with special sauce.
McNuggets: Bite-sized chicken nuggets served with various dipping sauces.
McDonald's Greenlane
Lot 2506/7 Section 6
Jalan Masjid Negeri
11600 Penang
Tel : 04 - 2825 187
Fax : 04 - 2825 187 24-hour outlet serving breakfast
McDonald's Lotus's Penang
1-1-01 & 1-1-02
Lot A3 - 4
Jalan Udini
11700 Pulau Pinang
Tel : 04 - 6579 803
Fax : 04 - 6596 346
McDonald's Desa Universiti
Lot 4B, 4C & 4D
Desa Universiti
Jalan Sg. Dua,
11700 Pulau Pinang
Tel : 04 - 6599 399
Fax : 04 - 6599 799 24-hour outlet serving breakfast
McDonald's Queensbay Mall
LG-87, Queensbay Mall
100 Persiaran Bayan Indah
11900 Bayan Lepas
Tel : 04 - 6411 552
Fax : 04 - 6411 559
McDonald's Bukit Jambul
3A-G-19, Kompleks Bukit Jambul
Jalan Rumbia
11900 Penang
Tel : 04 - 6468 988
Fax : 04 - 6466 988
McDonald's Sunshine Square
Level 1, Lot 1.01
Annexed Building
Sunshine Complex
Bayan Baru
11950 Penang
Tel : 04 - 6427 731
Fax : 04 - 6427 731 24-hour outlet serving breakfast
McDonald's Megamal Pinang
G-11, 2898, Jalan Baru
Bandar Prai Jaya
13600 Seberang Prai Tengah
Tel : 04 - 3998 199
Fax : 04 - 3997 199
McDonald's Carrefour Butterworth
F2B, Tingkat 1
Lot-Lot 197, 207, 208, 209 & 4466
Mukim Satu
13700 Seberang Jaya Perai
Tel : 04 - 3701 988
Fax : 04 - 3701 989
McDonald's Juru
No. 1689, Jalan Perusahaan
Highway Auto City
Kawasan Perusahaan 4
North-South Highway
Juru Interchange
MK 11, Seberang Perai Tengah Perai 4
13600 Perai
Tel : 04 - 5080 510
Fax : 04 - 5025 952 24-hour outlet serving breakfast
McDonald's Caltex Sunway Prai
Lot Nos. 5730, 5731 & 5732
Jalan Jelawat
Mukim 1
Pusat Bandar Seberang Jaya
Pulau Pinang
Tel : 04 - 3981 180
Fax : 04 - 3982 180 24-hour outlet serving breakfast
McDonald's Jusco Seberang Prai City
AEON Seberang Prai City Shopping Center,
Perdana Mall, Jalan Perda Timur,
Bukit Mertajam,
Seberang Prai Tengah,
14000 Pulau Pinang
Tel : 04 - 538 2046
McDonald's Bandar Perda
PT 860, H.S. (D) 1217,
Bandar Perda, Mukim 6,
Daerah Seberang Prai Tengah 24-hour outlet serving breakfast
McDonald's Lotus's Tanjung Pinang
Lot G10, 11, 12, 13 & 14
No. 1, Jalan Seri Tanjung Pinang
10470 Tanjong Tokong, Penang
Tel: 04-890 3551 Serving breakfast and dessert centre
McDonald's Prangin Mall
Lot 33-1-40 Prangin Mall
Prangin Road
Tel: 04-262 6277 Outlet with McDelivery and Dessert Centre
McDonald's Petronas Batu Ferringhi
Lot 697 & 794 Jalan Batu Ferringhi
Batu Ferringhi
11100 Penang 24-hour outlet serving breakfast and drive-thru
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This page was created on 28 May 2025.
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