McDonald's Sales Fall Worldwide – Here's Why That's Good For You

Fast food chains like McDonald's constantly update their menus, but some items, once popular, are now discontinued and missed.

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The McDLT was unique with its hot and cold compartments, but environmental concerns led to its discontinuation in 1991.

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McPizza, tested in the '80s, faced long preparation times and high costs. It's now mostly available only in Orlando, Florida.

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The Arch Deluxe aimed at adults with upscale ingredients but failed to capture interest and was discontinued after heavy marketing.

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Fish McBites, a brief 2012 hit, were well-reviewed but didn’t make the permanent menu due to insufficient sales.

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The Cheddar Melt, a limited-time offering with teriyaki glaze and cheddar sauce, was popular but removed in the '90s.

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Onion Nuggets were tested before Chicken McNuggets but were replaced by the more popular chicken version, never making a return.

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McSpaghetti, tried in the late '80s, is still popular in the Philippines but was removed from U.S. menus due to slow prep.

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