4-21 news: McDonald's may release Angus burger nationwide
One potential reason for the delay may be the $4 price tag on the burger, which makes it McDonald's most expensive menu item. The company's management told analysts last October that the Angus burger wouldn't roll out nationwide for at least a year, and the economy hasn't improved since then.
One franchisee who wished to remain anonymous told the Tribune that he expected the Angus burger to be released earlier than October and was anticipating a summer roll-out. The franchisee added that he didn't expect the burger to be a permanent menu item but would appear on the menu for several months at a time before being removed, like the McRib.