Breaking News - WDW and McDonalds to part ways

[lntsmom]

I only read the first page of responses, but from them I guess that most of you don't have young children. Traveling is stressful. Children find comfort in the familiar.

Personally, I don't give a hang whether McDonalds goes out of business entirely. I'd eaten there maybe half a dozen times in the 33 years prior to having children.

My kids, tho, love the place. They love the food, love the playplaces, love the video games, love the environment. When we travel crosscountry it is comforting them to know that whatever else may come their way, they can count on McDonalds to be McDonalds.

I would guess this is ALL about money and has nothing to do with Disney deciding to become the food police.

 

[andrewilley]

Are they trying to do away with "sub-par food at outrageously expensive prices?

Yes, as far as I can tell they are now doing slightly more healthy food, with slightly smaller portions... but still at outrageously expensive prices (you'll be relieved to know that last bit won't be changing in a hurry).

Andre

 

[dmccarty]

In NC, UNC Hospitals has a Wendy's that was packed the last time I was there. Seems like they had another fast food place as well.

Dukes Children's Hospital has a Hardee's at least I think it was a Hardee's in the basement. Dukes main cafeteria had some pretty decent Sushi.

I did not like to see McD's at Magic Kingdom. Just not right.

But I sure like the burgers they had in AK over near the Dino Ride that scared the heck out of DD8.

 

[PeterPan2008]

I'm glad that the one in Downtown Disney is staying though, my friend and I are hoping to take her son, and Mcnuggets are his favorite treat. Although, he hasn't had a Mickey Bar yet.

 

[The Disney Fanatic]

Hey Gang

Just received some insider info that Walt Disney World and McDonalds are ending their partnership for 'in park' food. The 'free standing' McDonalds locations at DTD and the one by the All Stars are not affected by thism but the one's in the park (e.g. fries in AK) will be coming to an end.

I do not have an official date on when this will happen but my source tells me 'soon'.

This does not affect any other relationships Disney and McDonalds may have at this time (i.e. cross promotional movie deals, etc) - just the in park locations that serve McDonalds foods.

John

I can live with the "Just In The Park" decision. I like going to the McDonalds by the All Star Resorts.

 

[sgtpet]

This is ok but please do not bring BK into this. Their french fries are beyond gross.

 

[spinmom]

Whoa! did someone say DQ fries?

We are switching all of our deep fat frying preps to be transfat free...which has not been an easy process. We've done tons of testing on various liquids...but we think we have the correct blend now. And I don't think DQ is ready to partner with The Mouse quite yet. We are to busy working on the upcoming CMN (Children's Miracle Network) events and a new item called..."thin mint girl scout cookie blizzard"....to worry about or fries going to the Mouse. Plus, the CEO is stepping down the end of June and the new guy that will be running the show loves NASCAR but doesn't have any feelings either way about the Mouse. I can see us sponsoring a race car, first. Unless the mouse is willing to make a sizeable donataion to CMN...then maybe John Gainor would talk to Disney. (the new CEO for Dairy Queen is HUGE into helping children and an advocate for all of the good work thta gets done in children's hospitals around the world).

Just a little insight from an employee......

 

[*Robin*]

Hey Gang

Just received some insider info that Walt Disney World and McDonalds are ending their partnership for 'in park' food. The 'free standing' McDonalds locations at DTD and the one by the All Stars are not affected by thism but the one's in the park (e.g. fries in AK) will be coming to an end.
John

YAAAAAAYYYY

Too bad it won't include the DTD location...but it's a start!

 

[DexLabDeeDee]

I actually love McDonald's fries and the only time I allow myself to have them is once (okay, twice) in Disney World. I guess it's better for me but I am going to miss my fries...

 

[spooky1]

YAAAAAAYYYY

Too bad it won't include the DTD location...but it's a start!

I wonder what kind of impact T-Rex will have on that?

 

[sherabby]

This guy is going to be bummed!
Ok I cannot figure out how to get his photo up there!

 

[GuardMusic]

AMEN! I always hated that McD was IN the parks. I felt this really cheapened Disney & the park experience.

 

[mickeyluv'r]

Wasn't this already supposed to happen like over a year ago?

 

[Mermaid_Ariel]

I just hope Disney doesn't partner up with Burger King, them is some nasty french fries!

OMG I totally agree!!! I thought I was the only one that hated their fries! And I'm a total french fry junkie!!

 

[Cyrano]

Wow! I wonder what they are going to replace them with?

I'm wondering this too

 

[*Robin*]

I wonder what kind of impact T-Rex will have on that?

Probably not a lot, but we can hope!! (MY vote is for no fast food at all, but I know that isn't fair for everyone...McDonalds - or BK, KFC, Arbys, Taco Bell - is just so NOT Disney...)

 

[lugnut33]

I heard they are going to replace them with White Castle. You'll also be able to purchase sliders.

 

[minniebeth]

Is this going to spill over or include Disneyland Resort also? They have a French Fry wagon near BTMR in Disneyland and in DCA a CS with combo meals (-the drinks which are sold seperately).

Shannon

I was wondering the same thing myself....?

 

[calypso*a*go-go]

Darn...I did enjoy getting a McFlurry at the McDonald's located by the World Showcase. Oh well, I'm sure I can find something to replace it with!

 

[minniebeth]

I heard they are going to replace them with White Castle. You'll also be able to purchase sliders.

They could combo it with Pepto Bismol and a Fastpass to the closest bathroom!