Fast Food RestaurantChicago, IL
McDonald's – 2525 South Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Drive, Chicago
Opening hours
Open now · closes 10:00 PM
| Monday | 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
Local time in Chicago: 9:53 AM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (312) 842-8643 to confirm.
Location & directions
2525 South Doctor Martin Luther King Junior DriveChicago, IL 60616
About McDonald's
McDonald's is a fast food restaurant located at 2525 South Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Drive in Chicago, Illinois. It's part of our guide to 5,398 restaurants, cafes and bars in Chicago.
McDonald's is open 7 days a week, usually 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM. Early risers are covered too: doors open at 6:00 AM most days.
Service options include takeout and drive-through. On the menu: burgers.
You can reach the team at (312) 842-8643.
Quick facts
- Category
- Fast Food Restaurant · Burger
- Address
- 2525 South Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Drive, Chicago, IL 60616
- Phone
- (312) 842-8643
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 12 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 10 AM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for fast food restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared McDonald's’s weekday schedule with 195 other fast food restaurants in Chicago. On a typical weekday it opens at 6:00 AM, close to the local norm of 6:00 AM and closes at 10:00 PM, in line with the typical 10:00 PM.
In total it is open about 111 hours a week, about the same as the local median (112 hours). 95% of fast food restaurants in Chicago open on Sundays, and McDonald's is one of them.
Compared with 195 other fast food restaurants in Chicago that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for fast food restaurants in Illinois
Based on 27 menus with 1,412 priced items from fast food restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $7.68, and half of all items are priced between $4.19 and $13.12.
We don’t have McDonald's’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what fast food restaurants in Illinois typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Hamburger | 63% | $6.99 |
| Cheeseburger | 56% | $7.50 |
| Hot Dog | 52% | $4.62 |
| Cheese Fries | 52% | $5.95 |
| Onion Rings | 52% | $5.76 |
| Chicken Tenders | 48% | $10.99 |
| Italian Sausage | 48% | $5.39 |
| Fries | 44% | $3.35 |
Calculated from 27 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Takeout
- Drive-through
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of McDonald's there are 9 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 114 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Chinese (35), Cafes & Coffee (21), Bars & Pubs (10), and Bakeries & Desserts (9).
Competition is light: 2 other fast food restaurants are within a mile and 44 within three miles. The closest is White Castle, 0.6 mi away.
16 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Bakeries & DessertsDunkin'< 0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeStarbucks0.2 mi
- Bars & PubsMotor Row Brewing0.4 mi
- ItalianIl Culaccino0.5 mi
- BarbecueWindy City Ribs & Whiskey0.6 mi
What to expect at a fast food restaurant
Burger joints and fast-food restaurants are built for speed: order at a counter, kiosk, app or drive-through and expect your food in minutes. The category ranges from national chains with identical menus everywhere to independent burger stands, regional favorites with cult followings and modern “better burger” shops that grind their own beef.
What to order
- Classic cheeseburger – the signature item almost everywhere
- Fries or onion rings – ask for them fresh if the line is short
- Chicken sandwich – a fierce battleground between chains in recent years
- Milkshake – hand-spun shakes are a hallmark of independent burger stands
Good to know
- Ordering ahead in the brand’s app usually skips the line and unlocks app-only deals.
- The lunch rush peaks around noon to 1 PM; mid-afternoon is the quickest time to visit.
- Drive-through hours can differ from lobby hours – the lobby often closes earlier at night.
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Frequently asked questions
What are McDonald's's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM. Monday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Thursday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Friday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Saturday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Sunday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
Is McDonald's open on Sunday?
Yes, McDonald's is open on Sundays: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
Where is McDonald's located?
McDonald's is located at 2525 South Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Drive, Chicago, IL 60616.
What is the phone number of McDonald's?
You can call McDonald's at (312) 842-8643.
Does McDonald's offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for McDonald's, and takeout is available. Listed service options: takeout and drive-through.
Is McDonald's open late?
Yes – McDonald's is open until 10 PM or later on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
What else is near McDonald's?
There are 114 other places to eat and drink within a mile of McDonald's. Nearby options include Dunkin' (< 0.1 mi), Starbucks (0.2 mi), and Motor Row Brewing (0.4 mi).
Are there other fast food restaurants near McDonald's?
2 other fast food restaurants within a mile. The closest is White Castle, 0.6 mi away.
How much do fast food restaurants in Illinois cost?
Based on 27 menus with 1,412 priced items from fast food restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $7.68, and half of all items are priced between $4.19 and $13.12.
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