Global McDonald’s menus revealed by traveling diner

Daniel Wong, 34, has spent nearly four years sampling McDonald’s offerings in countries around the world, documenting the journey on YouTube and TikTok. The Vancouver native has visited 20 locations so far, gathering stories about menus that vary by region while the familiar Golden Arches remain a constant.

From Hong Kong’s macaroni soup to the United Arab Emirates’ curry-topped rice preparation, Wong has encountered a range of unusual items. In Hong Kong, he describes macaroni soup served in a chicken broth with breakfast sausage and eggs. In the UAE, a chopped crispy chicken patty is plated on rice and drizzled with curry sauce, a combination he called very strange for McDonald’s. In Singapore, Korea, and Japan, the Ebi Filet-O is noted for containing real shrimp and for being lighter and less oily than some other regional versions. For dessert, he highlights Sankaku Choco Pie in Japan, a limited item that appears intermittently and is hard to locate.

The traveler says the line between global brand consistency and local adaptation is visible in every market. He has found that some Asian outlets offer seafood options that are of higher quality than their North American counterparts, noting that items like the Ebi Filet-O in Singapore, Korea, and Japan can feel noticeably lighter and fresher. He also says the Japanese market’s dessert rotation can yield limited releases such as Sankaku Choco Pie, which he describes as particularly appealing when available.

Most recently, in Poland, Wong tried a cottage cheese cucumber breakfast McMuffin, describing it as tasting like cream cheese aimed at bodybuilders. He also praised a coffee-forward drink that blending vanilla shake with coffee, calling it the best McDonald’s beverage he has had on the trip. He emphasizes that he seeks novelty but also values how a country’s tastes shape the fast-food experience.

Across his travels, Wong has documented his experiences across YouTube and TikTok, hoping to illustrate how McDonald’s menus mirror regional flavors while still delivering familiar standards. He notes that the Southeast Asia region, in particular, tends to offer some of the most unique items and plans to return there next year. The project began as curiosity about the brand’s global reach and has evolved into a broader interest in how dining at McDonald’s can illuminate local culture and taste.

Looking ahead, Wong says Southeast Asia will remain a focal point, and he intends to visit more markets in the region given its reputation for creative, locally inspired menu items. He stresses that the global brand serves as a common reference point for diners worldwide, while individual country menus reflect distinct culinary influences. For those curious about the world’s fast-food landscape, Wong’s ongoing journey on YouTube and TikTok offers a window into how the Golden Arches adapts to diverse cultures while maintaining a recognizable core.