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The 13 Most Beautiful McDonald’s in the World

From a salmon pink store in Lisbon to a flying saucer–shaped location in New Mexico, these are the most stunning—and unique—McDonald’s around the world

Rotterdam, The Netherlands

Unlike the showing in Batumi, this Rotterdam McDonald’s—designed by Mei Architects—explores the transparent aspect of glass. Providing nearly unrestricted views both into and out of the restaurant, the location may also claim the title for most beautiful staircase in a McDonald’s.

Debrecen, Hungary

Located in Debrecen, Hungary, this McDonald’s location adds a historic touch to the brand’s iconic gold arches.

Downey, California, US

A trip to Downey, California, will bring you to the oldest McDonald’s in the world. It was the second restaurant to be franchised by Richard and Maurice McDonald and still features the brand’s original golden arches. Besides its undeniably novelty within the chain, it’s also a prime example of Googie architecture in California.

Roswell, New Mexico, US

Roswell is usually heralded as “The Alien Capital of the World,” so the burger chain certainly leaned into the theme with this restaurant. Complete with holographic lighting, it’s unsurprisingly the only location shaped like a flying saucer.

 

New Hyde Park, New York, US

When McDonald’s first acquired this property in 1985, the plan was to tear it down and build a standard Mickey D’s building. Instead, preservationists pushed back noting the building’s historic value as the previous farmhouse of a descendent of reverend Richard Denton, a founder of the town. Instead of demolishing the building, McDonald’s agreed to build the store within the home, resulting in a true McMansion.

 

Melbourne, Australia

Housed in the former United Kingdom Hotel in Victoria, this Australian McDonald’s might be one of the franchise’s only Art Deco location. The building was designed in the late 1930s by James Hastie Wardrop.

Sedona, Arizona, US

With an undeniable southwest flair, this Arizona store is the only McDonald’s with a turquoise logo. The city council reportedly told the company that the standard golden arches would clash with the red rocks of the surrounding town, prompting the unusual addition.

 

 

Freeport, Maine, US

You’d be forgiven if you mistook this McDonald’s in Maine for someone’s house. Built within a Colonial-style home, this is currently the only McDonald’s location in the city.

Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, US

Another example of the hamburger restaurant leaning into local culture is this log cabin McDonald’s in Wisconsin. Inside, the location includes unique decor, such as a wood-carved bear and mounted moose head.

Via Architectural Digest

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