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Forget garlic fries: McDonald's newest fries come with bacon and cheese
By Dianne de Guzman, SFGATE
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Cheesy Bacon Fries are the newest, limited-time offerings at Bay Area and Hawaii McDonald's locations.
Scroll through the gallery to see 20 fast food menu items that have been discontinued.
Photo: McDonald'sCheesy Bacon Fries are the newest, limited-time offerings at Bay Area and Hawaii McDonald's locations.
Scroll through the gallery to see 20 fast food menu items that have been discontinued.
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![In a fast-moving world, these fast food restaurants are constantly changing their menu items.
>> 20 discontinued menu items that you might miss...]()
In a fast-moving world, these fast food restaurants are constantly changing their menu items.>> 20 discontinued menu items that you might miss...In a fast-moving world, these fast food restaurants are constantly changing their menu items.>> 20 discontinued menu items that you might miss... -
![McDonald’s Arch Deluxe
In 1996, McDonald’s spent $150 million on advertising for this quarter-pounder on a potato bun with peppered bacon, lettuce, onions, and a mustard-mayo sauce. Although the burger didn't do well in sales, fans say it was a tasty menu item. Photo: McDonald's]()
McDonald’s Arch Deluxe
In 1996, McDonald’s spent $150 million on advertising for this quarter-pounder on a potato bun with peppered bacon, lettuce, onions, and a mustard-mayo sauce. Although the burger didn't do well in sales, fans say it was a tasty menu item.
lessPhoto: McDonald'sMcDonald’s Arch Deluxe
In 1996, McDonald’s spent $150 million on advertising for this quarter-pounder on a potato bun with peppered bacon, lettuce, onions, and a mustard-mayo sauce. Although the burger
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![McDonald’s Onion Nuggets
These Onion Nuggets were introduced in the 1970's.
They were clumps of diced onions that were breaded and fried, like their chicken nuggets.
Photo: McDonald's]()
McDonald’s Onion NuggetsThese Onion Nuggets were introduced in the 1970's. They were clumps of diced onions that were breaded and fried, like their chicken nuggets.McDonald’s Onion NuggetsPhoto: McDonald'sThese Onion Nuggets were introduced in the 1970's. They were clumps of diced onions that were breaded and fried, like their chicken nuggets. -
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![Burger King's Burger Buddies
The Burger Buddies was an eight-shaped patty that was served on co-joined buns. This was Burger King's attempt to compete with White Castle. The complaint was that the burger patties were so small that they kept falling through the broiler grates and the sales were low. Photo: Burger King]()
Burger King's Burger Buddies
The Burger Buddies was an eight-shaped patty that was served on co-joined buns. This was Burger King's attempt to compete with White Castle. The complaint was that the burger patties were so small that they kept falling through the broiler grates and the sales were low.
lessPhoto: Burger KingBurger King's Burger Buddies
The Burger Buddies was an eight-shaped patty that was served on co-joined buns. This was Burger King's attempt to compete with White Castle. The complaint was that the burger
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![Taco Bell's Bell Beefer
Taco Bell was thinking inside the bun with the Bell Beefer. The Bell Beefer was ground beef topped with cheese, lettuce, and tomato. The cult-classic was phased out when the chain went 100 percent Tex-Mex in the early 1980s. Photo: Taco Bell Please Bring Back The Bell Beefer Facebook Page]()
Taco Bell's Bell Beefer
Taco Bell was thinking inside the bun with the Bell Beefer. The Bell Beefer was ground beef topped with cheese, lettuce, and tomato. The cult-classic was phased out when the chain went 100 percent Tex-Mex in the early 1980s.
lessPhoto: Taco Bell Please Bring Back The Bell Beefer Facebook PageTaco Bell's Bell Beefer
Taco Bell was thinking inside the bun with the Bell Beefer. The Bell Beefer was ground beef topped with cheese, lettuce, and tomato. The cult-classic was phased out when the chain went
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![McDonald’s Fried Apple Pie
The fried apple pie was one of McDonald's most popular items. However, McDonald’s made a healthier initiative in the early 1990's, so baking the pies instead of frying them was their solution. The fried pies are still available in Canada, Mexico, and Hawaii. Photo: @viobruin Twitter]()
McDonald’s Fried Apple Pie
The fried apple pie was one of McDonald's most popular items. However, McDonald’s made a healthier initiative in the early 1990's, so baking the pies instead of frying them was their solution. The fried pies are still available in Canada, Mexico, and Hawaii.
lessPhoto: @viobruin TwitterMcDonald’s Fried Apple Pie
The fried apple pie was one of McDonald's most popular items. However, McDonald’s made a healthier initiative in the early 1990's, so baking the pies instead of frying them was
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![Whataburger Steak Fajitas
Whataburger introduced steak fajitas to their menus in the early 2000's. Quickly, they disappeared but the chicken fajita taco remains on the menu. Photo: Shutterstock]()
Whataburger Steak Fajitas
Whataburger introduced steak fajitas to their menus in the early 2000's. Quickly, they disappeared but the chicken fajita taco remains on the menu.
Photo: ShutterstockWhataburger Steak Fajitas
Whataburger introduced steak fajitas to their menus in the early 2000's. Quickly, they disappeared but the chicken fajita taco remains on the menu.
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![Taco Bell's Enchirito
The popular Taco Bell Enchirito was discontinued in the 1990's. The burrito/enchilada hybrid was topped with red sauce and a row of exactly three black olives and came in a signature reheatable tin. Photo: @nostalgia Twitter]()
Taco Bell's Enchirito
The popular Taco Bell Enchirito was discontinued in the 1990's. The burrito/enchilada hybrid was topped with red sauce and a row of exactly three black olives and came in a signature reheatable tin.
lessPhoto: @nostalgia TwitterTaco Bell's Enchirito
The popular Taco Bell Enchirito was discontinued in the 1990's. The burrito/enchilada hybrid was topped with red sauce and a row of exactly three black olives and came in a signature
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![Jack in The Box Frings
Frings was a combination of onion rings and fries for Jack in The Box customers. This fried combo was released in the 1970's but then quickly discontinued. Photo: Jack In The Box YouTube]()
Jack in The Box Frings
Frings was a combination of onion rings and fries for Jack in The Box customers. This fried combo was released in the 1970's but then quickly discontinued.
Photo: Jack In The Box YouTubeJack in The Box Frings
Frings was a combination of onion rings and fries for Jack in The Box customers. This fried combo was released in the 1970's but then quickly discontinued.
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![Burger King's Cini-Minis
Burger King introduced these sweet miniature cinnamon rolls in 1998. Photo: @court_lynnz Twitter]()
Burger King's Cini-Minis
Burger King introduced these sweet miniature cinnamon rolls in 1998.
Photo: @court_lynnz TwitterBurger King's Cini-Minis
Burger King introduced these sweet miniature cinnamon rolls in 1998.
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![Taco Bell's Cheesarito
Taco Bell’s Cheesarito was a simple treat with melted cheese, green onions and taco sauce wrapped in a soft tortilla. This popular and cheap item can still be found on the "secret menu" minus the green onions. Photo: Cheesarito Facebook Page]()
Taco Bell's Cheesarito
Taco Bell’s Cheesarito was a simple treat with melted cheese, green onions and taco sauce wrapped in a soft tortilla. This popular and cheap item can still be found on the "secret menu" minus the green onions.
lessPhoto: Cheesarito Facebook PageTaco Bell's Cheesarito
Taco Bell’s Cheesarito was a simple treat with melted cheese, green onions and taco sauce wrapped in a soft tortilla. This popular and cheap item can still be found on the "secret
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![Taco Bell's Black Jack Taco
The Black Jack Taco was a limited edition, Halloween-themed taco, that consisted of a black taco shell. The taco was filled with beef, Baja Sauce, lettuce and the three cheese blend. It premiered in 2009 and hasn't seen the menu board since. Photo: @robry84 Twitter]()
Taco Bell's Black Jack Taco
The Black Jack Taco was a limited edition, Halloween-themed taco, that consisted of a black taco shell. The taco was filled with beef, Baja Sauce, lettuce and the three cheese blend. It premiered in 2009 and hasn't seen the menu board since.
lessPhoto: @robry84 TwitterTaco Bell's Black Jack Taco
The Black Jack Taco was a limited edition, Halloween-themed taco, that consisted of a black taco shell. The taco was filled with beef, Baja Sauce, lettuce and the three cheese
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![Pizza Hut's Priazzo
Pizza Hut introduced the Priazzo in the 1980's as its answer to a deep-dish Chicago pizza. Although it was tasty and popular, much like original Chicago-pizza, the pie took too long to cook for delivery. Photo: @nataliewms Twitter]()
Pizza Hut's Priazzo
Pizza Hut introduced the Priazzo in the 1980's as its answer to a deep-dish Chicago pizza. Although it was tasty and popular, much like original Chicago-pizza, the pie took too long to cook for delivery.
lessPhoto: @nataliewms TwitterPizza Hut's Priazzo
Pizza Hut introduced the Priazzo in the 1980's as its answer to a deep-dish Chicago pizza. Although it was tasty and popular, much like original Chicago-pizza, the pie took too long to
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![McDonald's Hot Mustard Sauce
McDonald's Hot Mustard Sauce is one of the more popular discontinued items at McDonald's. Photo: @939TheBeat]()
McDonald's Hot Mustard Sauce
McDonald's Hot Mustard Sauce is one of the more popular discontinued items at McDonald's.
Photo: @939TheBeatMcDonald's Hot Mustard Sauce
McDonald's Hot Mustard Sauce is one of the more popular discontinued items at McDonald's.
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![Long John Silver’s Peg Legs
The Peg Legs was simply a chicken drumstick that was battered and fried, served with fries and little morsels of fried batter. They were cooked in the same batter used to cook Long John Silver’s fish and popular in the 1970's and 80's. Photo: Long John Silver's]()
Long John Silver’s Peg Legs
The Peg Legs was simply a chicken drumstick that was battered and fried, served with fries and little morsels of fried batter. They were cooked in the same batter used to cook Long John Silver’s fish and popular in the 1970's and 80's.
lessPhoto: Long John Silver'sLong John Silver’s Peg Legs
The Peg Legs was simply a chicken drumstick that was battered and fried, served with fries and little morsels of fried batter. They were cooked in the same batter used to cook
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![McDonald's Hula Burger
The Hula Burger replaced a meat patty with a grilled pineapple slice. McDonald's intended the burger to be an alternative for Catholics during Lent, who don't eat meat on Fridays. Customers preferred the Filet-O-Fish and that's where the Hula Burger ended. Photo: McDonald's]()
McDonald's Hula Burger
The Hula Burger replaced a meat patty with a grilled pineapple slice. McDonald's intended the burger to be an alternative for Catholics during Lent, who don't eat meat on Fridays. Customers preferred the Filet-O-Fish and that's where the Hula Burger ended.
lessPhoto: McDonald'sMcDonald's Hula Burger
The Hula Burger replaced a meat patty with a grilled pineapple slice. McDonald's intended the burger to be an alternative for Catholics during Lent, who don't eat meat on Fridays.
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![McDonald's McSpaghetti
McDonald's went through an Italian food phase with menu items, lasagna and fettuccine alfredo. The McSpaghetti didn't do well in the U.S. but you can find this dish in some international markets. Photo: McDonald's]()
McDonald's McSpaghettiMcDonald's went through an Italian food phase with menu items, lasagna and fettuccine alfredo. The McSpaghetti didn't do well in the U.S. but you can find this dish in some international markets.lessMcDonald's McSpaghettiPhoto: McDonald'sMcDonald's went through an Italian food phase with menu items, lasagna and fettuccine alfredo. The McSpaghetti didn't do well in the U.S. but you can find this dish in some... more -
![Wendy's Frescata sandwiches
Wendy's released the Frescata in 2005 mainly to compete with Subway.
These deli-style “artisan sandwiches” took longer to prepare than burgers and were removed from menus in 2007.
Photo: WENDY'S INTERNATIONAL]()
Wendy's Frescata sandwichesWendy's released the Frescata in 2005 mainly to compete with Subway.These deli-style “artisan sandwiches” took longer to prepare than burgers and were removed from menus in 2007.lessWendy's Frescata sandwichesPhoto: WENDY'S INTERNATIONALWendy's released the Frescata in 2005 mainly to compete with Subway.These deli-style “artisan sandwiches” took longer to prepare than burgers and were removed from menus in... more -
![Burger King's Enormous Omelet Sandwich
Burger King's enormous omelet sandwich was released in 2005. The sandwich included an egg omelet, sausage, and cheese on a big sesame seed bun.
The sandwich was too big for customers and was discontinued. Photo: Justin Baeder, Wikimedia Commons]()
Burger King's Enormous Omelet SandwichBurger King's enormous omelet sandwich was released in 2005. The sandwich included an egg omelet, sausage, and cheese on a big sesame seed bun.The sandwich was too big for customers and was discontinued.lessBurger King's Enormous Omelet SandwichPhoto: Justin Baeder, Wikimedia CommonsBurger King's enormous omelet sandwich was released in 2005. The sandwich included an egg omelet, sausage, and cheese on a big sesame seed bun.The sandwich was too big... more -
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![McDonald's McDLT
The McDLT was introduced in the 1980's.
The burger came in a styrofoam container that kept the lettuce and tomato separate so the veggies stayed cool.
The burger was hit but environmental concerns were voiced about the packaging.
Photo: McDonald's]()
McDonald's McDLTThe McDLT was introduced in the 1980's.The burger came in a styrofoam container that kept the lettuce and tomato separate so the veggies stayed cool. The burger was hit but environmental concerns were voiced about the packaging.lessMcDonald's McDLTPhoto: McDonald'sThe McDLT was introduced in the 1980's.The burger came in a styrofoam container that kept the lettuce and tomato separate so the veggies stayed cool. The burger was hit but... more -
![McDonald's French Fries (kinda)
In the good old days, McDonald's fries were cooked in beef tallow. McDonald's switched to vegetable oil in the early '90s.
Photo: Luke Sharrett / © 2014 Bloomberg Finance LP]()
McDonald's French Fries (kinda)In the good old days, McDonald's fries were cooked in beef tallow. McDonald's switched to vegetable oil in the early '90s.McDonald's French Fries (kinda)Photo: Luke SharrettIn the good old days, McDonald's fries were cooked in beef tallow. McDonald's switched to vegetable oil in the early '90s. -
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Cheesy Bacon Fries are the newest, limited-time offerings at Bay Area and Hawaii McDonald's locations.
Scroll through the gallery to see 20 fast food menu items that have been discontinued.
Cheesy Bacon Fries are the newest, limited-time offerings at Bay Area and Hawaii McDonald's locations.
Scroll through the gallery to see 20 fast food menu items that have been discontinued.
If the Great Gilroy Garlic Fries Saga of 2016 didn't lure you out of your diet then, McDonald's is trying harder with its latest regional offering for the Bay Area.
Say hello to Cheesy. Bacon. Fries.
The fast food chain is gifting the Bay Area with a limited-time offering of its fries, smothered in cheddar cheese sauce and topped with bits of crunchy, Applewood-smoked bacon.
But rather than keep the specialty fries to just four locations, like the initial release of its garlic predecessors, these fries will be thankfully available at more locations.
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The Bay Area, and also Hawaii, will be noshing on cheesy bacon fries starting Wednesday through the end of the year.
The cheesy fries have drawn comparisons to competitor Wendy's Baconator Fries, similarly topped with cheese and bacon, but honestly, there has probably been zero times a restaurant has ever gone wrong with serving up any type of loaded fries.
If you are a True Fast Food Aficionado, you may already know that McDonald's has previously tested a similar dish in the past, in other locations — named, true-to-form, "Loaded Bacon and Cheese Basket of Fries" — but this is the first time the fries will be offered in this area.
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