McDonald's Ditching Self-Serve Soft Drink Fountains by 2032
McDonald's plans to phase out self-serve soft drink fountains in its dining rooms across the U.S. by 2032, as fewer customers visit the dining room and opt for take-out or digital orders. The change aims to create a consistent experience across all ordering points, including McDelivery, the app, kiosk, drive-thru, and in-restaurant. Some McDonald's locations have already removed self-serve soda fountains, with customers now having to ask employees for refills at the counter. Other fast-food companies, like Yum! Brands Inc., are also considering focusing on digital sales in the future.