McDonald’s Plans to Remove Self-Serve Soda Machines

The fast food giant has announced plans to phase out its self-serve soft drink machines in the coming years.

A major change is coming to this fast food staple, permanently altering the way customers experience dining inside its restaurants.

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McDonald's announced in 2023 that it plans to gradually phase out self-serve soda fountains in dining rooms nationwide.

With the transition expected to be completed by 2032, customers will be required to request refills at the counter. The company said in a 2023 statement that the change is intended to create a more consistent experience for both customers and employees across all ordering methods, including delivery, the app, kiosks, drive-thru, and in-restaurant service.

Although the change was first announced in 2023, some customers have recently pointed it out on Reddit as it continues to roll out gradually across the U.S.

The company has not said whether financial or health factors played a role, and told USA TODAY on May 4th that there is no new information to share.

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And there you have it! McDonald’s is planning to remove its self-serve fountain soda machines, with the goal of completing the transition by 2032.

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