Ever since I saw the Buzzfeed segment on McDonald's Next opening up in Hong Kong, I had to go check this place out. Located right off of exit A of the Admiralty MRT station, you can't miss the golden arch sign. This particular McDonald's serves specialty gourmet burgers, salads, desserts, espressos, and bakery items. First, there's a digital kiosk to choose your food items, which was nice. Once you finish your order, you grab a numbered sign and input this number in so that a server can bring the food to you when it's ready. Awesome. They even have an electronic hand washing station that washes, rinses, and dries your hands before you eat.
We ordered the create your taste (CYT) burger. I picked the brioche bun with angus beef, guacamole, and bacon. I did wish they had raw red onions as an option. Unfortunately, they only had caramelized onions. Nonetheless, the burger tasted delicious and gourmet. It was a little spicy from their guacamole too. The meat was a little more well done than I'd like. But, that's alright. I even got real silverware with my burger, as if I was being served at a nice restaurant. Loved it.
We also got the affogato, which was amazing. McDonald's roasts their own coffee beans. So, their espresso was strong and smooth. I already knew their vanilla soft serve ice cream was legit. So, the combination of quality espresso, ice cream, and their wonderful cookie crumble bottom was just so magical. I couldn't leave Hong Kong without ordering this dessert again.
In addition, on my second visit here, I ordered their Shaka Shaka fries. The fries were pretty standard and actually kind of stale. But, when you combine those fries with their wasabi seasoning (cue in the Shaka Shaka dance), it's pretty darn good. The wasabi definitely has a kick! Good for the sinuses. Lol.
I wish we had a McDonald's Next in Houston. It elevates McDonald's to another level. This would be a game changer for them, in my opinion. Unfortunately, until next time. I will miss you.
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