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Here Are 35 Of The Most Interesting Mcdonald’s Restaurants Shared By “Nonstandard Mcdonald’s” Twitter Account
There's no one in the world who doesn't know what fast food is—some love it, others detest it, but the famous brands are almost seared into our brain. Certain fast food chains operate at a local level only, and then there are those that are spread all over the world. McDonald's is perhaps one of the few brands that even people who have never tasted fast food will recognize.
With such popularity comes variety. The chain's restaurants can be found in the middle of bustling cities and in remote places, with fascinating designs and astounding architectural decisions. And one Twitter user decided to collect the pictures of these unique restaurants in one place. This user going by the name of Nonstandard McDonald's (@nonstandardmcd) dedicated time to preserving the only architectural heritage of the western world—McDonald's restaurants! Since its conception, the account has gained 101.6K followers as fans of the fast food chain happily shared their insights, opinions, and pictures. And here are some of them.
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#1
The Smallest McDonald's - "Mchive" (2019)
Originally constructed in Sweden; current location unknown.
"Active (for bees only; inaccessible to humans)"
Loki’s Lil Butter Knife 4 years ago
This McDonald's is certainly the bee's knees and something to buzz about.
Loki’s Lil Butter Knife 4 years ago
Unfortunately, it is inaccessible to humans. In honour of World Bee Day (who knew there was such thing), the McDonald's franchise commissioned Swedish designer Nicklas Nilsson to create the world's smallest McDonald's. The interior of this tiny McDonald's contains rows of honeycombs instead of seats.
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#2
Dallas Zoo McDonald's (Date Unknown) Dallas, Tx
"Various zoo animals adorn the front, marquee, roof, and interior of this location, as well as wall murals and a jungle-themed playplace."
I'manoob! 4 years ago
🎵It's a jungle out there. Disorder and confusion everywhere... No one seems to care, well I do- Hey! whos in charge here?🎵
David Dwyer 4 years ago
Yay! Go dallas! It's themed like this because it's right across the street from the Dallas zoo.
#3
Airplane McDonald's (1990) Taupo, New Zealand
"Awarded the "world's coolest McDonald's title" in 2013, after which it was repainted to match the current black and yellow styling of McDonald's restaurants. Prior to this, its paint job was red with black accents (though not the pantone 485 c red used in McDonald's branding)."
OhForSmegSake 4 years ago
We used to have a DC10 at my local Maccas when I was growing up. You could have your birthday in it. I cried when they took it away.
#4
Dinosaur McDonald's (Mid 1990s) Tucson, Az
"In 2020, a group known as Christians against dinosaurs petitioned for the removal of this location's dinosaur statues. The franchise owner stood firm in response; no plans are in place to remove the dinosaurs."
Up All Night 4 years ago
I'll start a group under the name "Dinosaurs Against Christians". Who's with me?
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I'manoob! 4 years ago (edited)
Same :/ edit: I found out there are different types of christianity
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deanna woods 4 years ago
I should start a group called Smart Christians against Idiot Bigot Christians.
Bacony Cakes 4 years ago
Time for Dinosaurs Against Christians. *angry swarm of chickens and sparrows*
KiwiBubbles 4 years ago
Hello. Am Christian. I *PROMISE* that MOST of us are NOT this stupid!
I found an article suggesting the group might be a satire thing, but it's impossible to tell... These lunatics might be serious. The article also mentioned someone who joined the Facebook group thinking it was a joke, but then spent time there and came to believe they're serious. I also found this image in the article (a banner pic of their Facebook page at some point.) IS THAT JUDAS HOLDING A TOY STEGASAURUS?!?! I have not been able to breathe for the past few minutes and I can't stop grinning!!! Screenshot...87-png.jpg 
Don't Look 4 years ago
Sorry that people make you feel like you have to defend your faith. Not really fair huh? On the bright side, DINOSAURS!
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Lauren Potts 4 years ago
A. I just want to say I live near Tucson and see these dinosaurs all the time! It's amazing! Even, since the pandemic, they've put a mask on the one facing the street (I don't know about the other one though). B. I am a Christian and when shown the Christians against dinosaurs trying to remove the statues i initially thought it was a joke because it was ridiculous, but did some research and NO it was real and I was infuriated pretty much everyone in the Tucson area! Pleases know we are not all idiots! :)
K Tigress 4 years ago
Now... now... people. Those aren't real christians since the don't really read the whole bible. Those guys only pick out the choicest bits and regurgitate them to fit their view points. Which in the end only creates chaos and misconceptions. Besides that little group is forgetting the most important stuff....and it doesn't involve dinos, cartoons and other.
Lucy Skinner 4 years ago
As a Christian - the Bible doesn’t contradict the existence of dinosaurs at all. Some say it even supports it - IDK the verse though.
#5
Crocodile McDonald's (Date Unknown) Lisbon Zoo, Lisbon, Portugal
"This location within the Lisbon zoo is directly adjacent to its crocodile enclosure, with glass that lets guests get an up-close view of its residents."
Up All Night 4 years ago
That croc, chillin with the dangling leg, tho. Just like me after two burgers.
Maria José Lopes 4 years ago
It is missing one of the most beautiful McDonald's in the world, the McDonald's Imperial Aliados in the city of Porto, with crystal chandeliers, windows with stained glass and delicious pastry". Imperial-A...a31b51.jpg 
#6
Mcski (Date Unknown, Possibly Early 90's) Pitea, Sweden
Disa Påhlman Tiwe 4 years ago
McSki in Sweden are open and running in Lindvallen (not Piteå). In Piteå it's common to use a snowmobile in the regular drive through.
Bruce Scheiman 4 years ago
I wonder why the first picture, the McDonald's looks like it's not even open?
Anja Schmidt 4 years ago
oh yeah! this is sweet ... if now the quality of burgers would be improved ... would be so good!
#7
Martinstor Tower McDonald's (Date Unknown) Freiburg, Germany
Up All Night 4 years ago
I see the Germans were strongly against putting bright yellow plastic arches on historical buildings
EA 4 years ago
Das ist gut, ja? Wish planning committees in England cared more about preserving the beauty of older buildings. Google Ugly Buildings in Maidstone, like the toilet roll holder hotel, which is next to one of the most beautiful buildings in Kent.
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LittleMissLotus 4 years ago
In Washington, we have a similar looking McDonalds in Leavenworth, although it isn't a historical building-it was built to look old and Bavarian lol. All the other stores in town look that way including the Safeway - it's literally a law there that all buildings have to be built in a style like the picture above.
CharliAnn Olney 4 years ago
Not allowed to use the "golden arches". There is also a place in America that they are not allowed. Can't remember off hand where. But the McDs is also in a Historic Area.
Martha Higgins 4 years ago
There are two Freiburgs in Germany, one in the former East Germany (DDR). I went to school in Freiburg im Breisgau, in the former West Germany (GDR). McDonalds wasn't there then, wish it had been!
#8
Bray Town Hall McDonald's (1997) Bray, Co. Wicklow, Ireland
#9
Giant Fries And Oda McDonald's (Date Unknown) Las Vegas, Nv
Robert Catte (It, It's) 4 years ago
Maybe they should actually fill the soda thing up with water or something.
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Bobby Sammons 4 years ago
According to the website Weird Nevada (http://www.weirdnv.com/location.php?location=996), it is located at 2340 South Rainbow Boulevard. And a quick check of Google maps shows it as well.
Bruce Scheiman 4 years ago
Zoe Hoesley I think it's awesome, that you love oda's. Btw, Who is oda's? Lol
#10
A&s Plaza McDonald's (Early 90's) Manhattan Mall (Formerly A&s Plaza), NYC
Bacony Cakes 4 years ago
yes i want to go to cyber mcdonalds in the tall buildings vaguely japanese megacity
Bruce Scheiman 4 years ago
I absolutely, LOVE LOVE LOVE this, McDonald's!! The inside of this Mickey D's! This deCOR IS, what I would call Sleek and Sexy!!!
Notorious DBT 4 years ago
I grew up in NYC, hung out at the Manhattan Mall (RIP it never found its footing - it became a Daffy's, who knows what it is now). What a flash from the past!
#11
Au Roi De La Bière (King Of Beer) McDonald's (1998) Saint-Lazare, Paris, France
"Originally a brasserie opened in 1892, the namesake king of beer and members of his court can still be found all around the facade of this location. Unfortunately for him, this McDonald's location does not serve beer. McCafé coffee, however, is available."
Naima Ebiche 4 years ago
While you’re in Paris to visit St Lazare Mc Donald, you should also take the opportunity to see Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum. It’s worth a visit too ;)
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Kiss Army 4 years ago
It looks pretty discrete for a McDonald's. Still quite a nice building.
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Black Arches McDonald's (Date Unknown) Monterey, Ca
"The interior of this location features unusual decor, including faux brick arch portals, chandeliers, a false cathedral ceiling, and murals of what may be California wine country."
Up All Night 4 years ago
Dude. You're telling about how cool the interior is, but no pictures?!
#13
Southwest Turquoise McDonald's (1993) Sedona, Az
wandile dludlu 4 years ago
I believe this was made so that it doesn't stand out in this town... it blends with the architecture of the town
Kiss Army 4 years ago
Yes, I have actually been to this one and everything has to meet the architectural and color standards of the area.
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Evan Manchester 4 years ago
Lol this is the only McDonald’s that I’ve ACTUALLY been to on this list. Thought it was a counterfeit McDonald’s when I passed by it 😂
Kisses4Katie 4 years ago
I've been here! They have a town ordinance. Signage must match the Sedona Turquoise and be under a certain height.
Colin Mochrie At Its Finest 4 years ago
Weird...yellow signifiies the arches are fries, and I like to think the red background on the logo is ketchup..now it is blue (pretty and I know why it is blue there) so now I think the fries are moldy
#14
Art Deco McDonald's (Date Unknown) Clifton Hill, Melbourne, Australia
"Originally built as the united kingdom hotel in 1937. Listed as a heritage landmark in 1988."
Up All Night 4 years ago
The Australians are NOT strongly against putting bright yellow plastic arches on historical buildings :(
ArchiBookworm 4 years ago
As someone who works in historic preservation, you are looking at this all wrong. The building was saved in large part to it's new use. Preserving and maintaining historic building is very expensive and without a moneymaking use, no company is going to be willing to do it. If this was any other kind of business that wasn't fast food, I suspect you wouldn't have the same issue with the new signage... yeah they are golden arches but those golden arches saved that building.
Catlady6000 4 years ago
And aren't doing any damage. Remove the arches, you'd never know they had been there
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Gorgeous. But the big sign on top needs to go. It destroys the silhouett of the building
#15
Astronaut McDonald's (Date Unknown) Houston, Tx - Near Nasa Space Center Houston
#16
Giant Happy Meal McDonald's (Early 1990's) Dallas, Tx
"This location featured massive sculptures of McDonald's menu items, as well as graphics/statues of the McDonald and gang. Through a front door beneath an enormous big mac, guests would enter a faux-wood paneled dining area. This location was standardized in a 2016 refurbishment."
Onion rings like to make your breath smelly 4 years ago
mcronald and gang disappeared when i was 8
Demongrrrrl 4 years ago
I bet they lost a lot of customers who went there because of the decor.
#17
City Hall (Gradska Kuća) McDonald's (Date Unknown) Subotica, Serbia
"This location is tucked into the first floor of Subotica's historic city hall, completed in 1912 and famous for its bold and colorful Hungarian art nouveau motif. Much of that grand and ornate design remains inside, including chandeliers, stained glass and wood paneling."
Mimi777 4 years ago
Aw one of my best friends lives in subotica I’ve always wanted to visit. That’s a cool looking McDs though.
Queen_Fisher 4 years ago
You should visit! Subotica is really nice! (I'm Serbian, and a little biased, so you can take my opinion with a grain of salt)
Load More Replies... Sarah 4 years ago
Why does McDonalds put their restaurants in places that could easily become a museum?
Swyft 4 years ago
I'm guessing that the city doesn't want to make it a museum
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Mcboat (Date Unknown) Hamburg, Germany
"This location is an otherwise standard McDonald's offering a typical auto drive-thru. in addition, though, this location offers the "McBoat", a pickup location for boaters traveling down the adjacent canal."
Jan Schweikert 4 years ago
We've one in our town across the street from the river with a dock.
#19
World Of Warcraft McDonald's (2014) Various Locations Around China
"This themed overlay of otherwise standard locations was part of a promotion between McDonald's and Activision-Blizzard in 2014, where customers would receive a rewards card that could eventually be redeemed for in-game World of Warcraft items."
Michelle Brandt 4 years ago
It would awesome if cosplay(with peace-tied weapons) was encouraged and gave you a discount.
Swyft 4 years ago
the one restaurant you can go to from an SCA event and not get asked if you're in a play
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#20
Radio Station McDonald's "Wmac" (Date Unknown) Opryland Area, Nashville, Tn
"While not a functional radio station, this McDonald's does embrace the Opryland spirit by featuring its very own venue stage and live performances. Various memorabilia, such as historical instruments and radios, are on display inside. While the location did receive a paint job sometime in the late 2010's to bring it up to current McDonald's colors, its theming remains entirely intact."
#21
Clock Tower McDonald's (Date Unknown) St. Petersburg, Russia
#22
Undersea McDonald's (Date Unknown) Navarre, Fl
"This location, inspired by nearby Navarre beach, is packed to the gills with undersea imagery, including dolphins, manatees, sharks, divers, and submarines. A unique playplace, tablet games, and a small theater are also present. Designed by Bruce Barry of wacky world studios."
Robert Catte (It, It's) 4 years ago
Anybody know how to send links through BP?
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#23
Stained Glass McDonald's (1976) Ann Arbor, Mi
"Designed by Ann Arbor architecture firm Hobbs and Black Associates. Stained glass window by state street stained glass works."
Robert Catte (It, It's) 4 years ago
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#24
Vegas Strip McDonald's (Date Unknown) Harrah's Las Vegas, Las Vegas, Nv
#25
Mountain Frontier McDonald's (Date Unknown) Lone Pine, Ca
"Nestled in the Inyo mountains east of the Sierra Nevada, Lone Pine is a small town that proudly bears a frontiersman theme in its architecture. This McDonald's, with its decor, murals, and set of saloon doors below its sign, is no exception."
#26
Gennevilliers Station McDonald's (Date Unknown) Gennevilliers, Near Paris, France
Eddie Adams 4 years ago
@WilvanderHeijden In France, since decentralization in the 1990s, the State no longer takes care of the maintenance of buildings which are not classified as historical monuments. This maintenance is now devolved to the mayors of the cities where the buildings are located. And this maintenance is expensive. This is why the mayors prefer to rent the buildings to companies (here Macdonald's) which will be responsible for maintaining the building at their expense.
Kate 4 years ago
Because unlike in North America, many other countries do their best to preserve their historic buildings; so when a company like McDonald's wants to open a location, they need to work with the confines of the original building. Personally I'd much rather have a McDonalds that looked like this than one of the many ugly flat-front concrete ones around me.
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North Pole McDonald's, Santa Claus Ln, North Pole, Ak
Loki’s Lil Butter Knife 4 years ago
Sigh, is there anywhere where 'Golden Arches' and purveyor of artery-clogging food hasn't gotten to?
#28
Times Square McDonald's (2003) Times Square, New York, NY
"This location closed, in part, due to the opening of a new times square flagship McDonald's at 45th and Broadway in 2019. Ironically, this new location was constructed at the former site of toys 'r' us times square, another recently deceased example of nonstandard American retail. It appears that this new McDonald's shares the same complex as the former Toys'r'Us, but does not occupy any of the same footprint. thanks to all followers who helped clarify!"
Jonathan 4 years ago
I remember the ferris wheel in that Toys'R'Us! Be pretty cool if it transported food from kitchen down to dining level!
Kiss Army 4 years ago
We have a couple of restaurants called Fritz's here in the Kansas City area that deliver your food on an elevated train track that goes around the restaurant, it then lowers it to your table. My son loved it when he was little!
Load More Replies... Notorious DBT 4 years ago
I've been to this McDonald's. It's several stories high and the view from the wall of glass is fantastic. Super spacious, feels like a hipster restaurant.
#29
Old West McDonald's (Early 1990's) Davie, Fl
Sara Lopez 4 years ago
Yeah, this one has been gone for a while. In the back there was an area to tie your horse.
#30
Coolsingel McDonald's (2015) Rotterdam, The Netherlands
"Once voted the ugliest building in Rotterdam prior to remodel, this longstanding McDonald's was revamped in 2015 to feature a spiral staircase and more elegant, modern design with lots of natural light."
#31
Langtree Mall McDonald's (1990's) Langtree Mall, Mildura, Victoria, Australia
"This location was closed as part of a redevelopment of the Langtree mall, which better connected it with the nearby Murray river. However, not all locals were pleased with the decision."
Rebecca Mathews 2 years ago
Spent many Sunday mornings here hungover with my best friend getting s**t off the manager.. he was awesome, great for a laugh & great service! Good times!
Midge biscuit 4 years ago
I remember my class stopping here for lunch on the way back from a high school camp! We were so excited to be able to have McDonald's after a week of boring camp food.
Robert Catte (It, It's) 4 years ago
How come you can't upvote some of the posts on other BP articles, like "https://www.boredpanda.com/mind-bending-photos-real-no-photoshop/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=organic?"
FurryManiac 4 years ago
Can you keep the comments relevant to the post please? I’ll probably get downvoted for this...
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#33
Getreidegasse McDonald's (Date Unknown) Salzburg, Austria
"The Getreidegasse ("grain lane" in English), one of Salzburg's most prominent and resplendent shopping districts, is known for its ornate "guild" signage - which this McDonald's proudly wears above its front door. Inside, it features patio seating, and touches of local decor."
#34
Barber Shop McDonald's (2020) Stockholm, Sweden
"Here, guests can book a virtual appointment with a hairdresser for a one-on-one "COVID cut" session, and be instructed on how to style their hair into the "golden M", a branded reinvisioning of an iconic 1990's haircut. Post-lockdown plans for this location are currently unknown."
Orichinals 4 years ago
At the Covid-19 regulations, Barbers must be closed, but restaurant can serve a pick-up meal, so while waiting for your meal, let's do a haircut.
Load More Replies... lily_is_bi 4 years ago
im done with this i am not reading or even looking at the rest on this list this is just to cringey
Lindsey Judd-Bruder 4 years ago
Looks like what we used to call a "butt-cut", back in my day lol.
PotatoNinja5000 4 years ago
I've grown one of these, thanks to Covid lockdown. Didn't think I'd end up keeping it, but it suited me so well that I did. It's also a lot easier to tie back than regular bangs.
Loki’s Lil Butter Knife 4 years ago
Now you too can sport the hideous hair-do of 90s Boy Bands while enjoying your McRib!
#35
Dinkytown McDonald's (1963) Minneapolis, Mn
"Deceased as of 4pm cst yesterday, 12/14/2020. This McDonald's long served as a late-night oasis for university of Minnesota students. Its closure comes in the wake of a proposed new mixed-use development in the area. If this plan comes to fruition, a new McDonald's location is set to open in its first floor."
Final score:
17points
Sarah 4 years ago
I've been there!!! One time during a STEM summer camp we were biking over here and then our instructor told us to stop so he could get fries. We then biked over to a park where he ate his fries in front of us, but then we had to leave because a bunch of drunk guys were looking at us weirdly.(It was all girls)
craig niswonger 4 years ago
The riverboat one in St. Louis should be on here. it was open during the 90's. riverboat-...d387eb.jpg 
Sczoo 4 years ago
I think they are listing the dates of when the Mc Donald's began service in the the building or structure
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What do you think ?
Carol Emory 4 years ago
The McDonald's in Union Gap, WA has old '57 Chevy's that have been converted into booth seating, an old 50's jukebox and a piano key front counter.
Kira Okah 4 years ago
Nothing about Chiang Ching-Kuo's Villa McDonald's in Hangzhou 3680-60018...40-png.jpg 
Kimberley McMillan 4 years ago
No nod to the McBarge from Expo 86 in Vancouver? mcbarge-60...f78456.jpg 
Kiss Army 4 years ago
They used to have a Floating McDonalds in St. Louis, Missouri that closed after the floods. I remember eating there after visiting The Arch. b65c77101f...1da542.jpg 
Alina Rainer 4 years ago
what about Hundertwasser McDonalds in Bad Fischau, Austria hundertwas...5a5cbb.jpg 
TL 4 years ago
McDonald's in Vigan City, Ilocos, Philippines, a town where they preserved most of the Spanish architecture. McDonald's also matches with colonial Spanish buildings caption.jpg 
Holly Stevens 4 years ago
My downtown McDonald's (Victoria BC) is two stories and has a chandelier
Kimberley McMillan 4 years ago
I know that one. lol. I used to live in Victoria for school. :D
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Becca Gizmo the Squirrel 4 years ago
In the '90's we had a rockin McDonald's. It was purple and had a big Elvis. Decorated like the '50's. Had a different classic car in the dining room every week and juke boxes on every table.
Carol Emory 4 years ago
The McDonald's in Union Gap, WA has old '57 Chevy's that have been converted into booth seating, an old 50's jukebox and a piano key front counter.
Kira Okah 4 years ago
Nothing about Chiang Ching-Kuo's Villa McDonald's in Hangzhou 3680-60018...40-png.jpg
Kimberley McMillan 4 years ago
No nod to the McBarge from Expo 86 in Vancouver? mcbarge-60...f78456.jpg
Kiss Army 4 years ago
They used to have a Floating McDonalds in St. Louis, Missouri that closed after the floods. I remember eating there after visiting The Arch. b65c77101f...1da542.jpg
Alina Rainer 4 years ago
what about Hundertwasser McDonalds in Bad Fischau, Austria hundertwas...5a5cbb.jpg
TL 4 years ago
McDonald's in Vigan City, Ilocos, Philippines, a town where they preserved most of the Spanish architecture. McDonald's also matches with colonial Spanish buildings caption.jpg
Holly Stevens 4 years ago
My downtown McDonald's (Victoria BC) is two stories and has a chandelier
Kimberley McMillan 4 years ago
I know that one. lol. I used to live in Victoria for school. :D
Load More Replies... Becca Gizmo the Squirrel 4 years ago
In the '90's we had a rockin McDonald's. It was purple and had a big Elvis. Decorated like the '50's. Had a different classic car in the dining room every week and juke boxes on every table.
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