If your holiday season isn’t complete without watching How the Grinch Stole Christmas (whichever version stole your heart), McDonald’s is dropping a festive treat you’re going to love. For the first time ever, The Grinch Meal is officially coming to U.S. McDonald’s locations — and it lands nationwide on December 2, 2025.
This brand-new limited-edition bundle puts a delicious spin on the iconic holiday character. McDonald’s announced the collaboration on November 20, confirming that the Grinch himself is starring in this year’s most mischievous holiday meal.
What’s Inside McDonald’s New Grinch Meal?
The Grinch Meal keeps things classic — with a twist. Customers can choose one of the following:
- Big Mac
or - 10-Piece Chicken McNuggets
And of course, it comes with a medium drink to complete the combo.
But the star of the show?
Dill Pickle “Grinch Salt” McShaker Fries
This U.S.-first menu item includes a regular order of McDonald’s fries plus a packet of Grinch Salt, a tangy dill-pickle seasoning that fans can shake on themselves. It’s fun, flavorful, and perfectly Grinchy.
Grinch Meal Release Date & Availability
- Launch Date: December 2, 2025
- Where: Participating McDonald’s restaurants across the U.S.
- How long: Limited time only, while supplies last
So if you want to try the viral Grinch Salt Fries (and trust us — you do), you’ll want to hit the drive-thru early.
Bonus Gift: Grinch-Branded Socks Included!
Each Grinch Meal also comes with an exclusive holiday freebie:
A pair of Grinch-themed socks!
They feature funny, snarky phrases inspired by the Grinch — and McDonald’s even suggests using them as an “impromptu stocking.” It’s the most delightfully petty holiday surprise McDonald’s could’ve added.
Why Everyone Is Talking About the Grinch Meal
This is McDonald’s first-ever U.S. collaboration with the Grinch, making it one of the hottest limited-time food releases of the holiday season. Between the nostalgic character, the build-your-own dill-pickle fries, and the bonus socks, it’s already generating major buzz on social media.
If you love holiday food deals, themed fast-food drops, or anything Grinch-related, this is one menu item you won’t want to miss.
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