McDonald's quietly killed its best deal as fast-food chains battle to win over budget shoppers (MCD)

Hollis Johnson

• McDonald's cut the Happy Meal from its $1 $2 $3 menu. 
• Previously, the $3 Happy Meal was one of the best deals you could get at McDonald's, representing a discount of up to 25%. 
• The change comes as McDonald's and fast-food rivals grapple with how to best win over budget-conscious customers.
• On Tuesday, McDonald's announced plans to debut a new "classic meal" deal option, following the success of a 2-for-$5 Mix and Match Deal.

McDonald's has quietly removed one of the best deals from its value menu. 

The fast-food chain has cut the Happy Meal from its national $1 $2 $3 menu, a change first spotted by Brand Eating.

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