The McDonald’s Big Tasty returns to McDonald’s UK as part of the Christmas menu 2026. It launches with the rest of the festive range on Wednesday 20 November 2026 and runs for about six weeks. Both the classic Big Tasty and the Big Tasty with Bacon are back — but there is no Double Big Tasty this year.
For the full festive line-up, see our Christmas menu 2026 items and prices guide.
Prices are approximate and vary by restaurant.
Big Tasty prices 2026
| Item | Price (2026) |
|---|---|
| Big Tasty (burger only) | £5.79 |
| Big Tasty with Bacon (burger only) | £6.59 |
| Big Tasty Medium Extra Value Meal | £7.59 |
| Big Tasty with Bacon Medium Extra Value Meal | £8.39 |
Prices are unchanged from the last confirmed sightings — £5.79 for the burger and £7.59 for the meal match what the Big Tasty cost when it was last on menus back in March 2026.
What’s inside the Big Tasty?
A 100% beef patty with cheese made with Emmental, onions, juicy tomatoes and a unique smoky-flavoured sauce, all in a freshly toasted bun. The with-bacon version adds bacon. No double patty option this year — 2025’s Double Big Tasty has not returned.
Check McDonald’s UK’s official allergen information (published with the launch, available in-app and in-store) before ordering if you have allergies — don’t rely on memory for allergen details.
How long does it stay?
The Big Tasty stays for the run of the festive menu — about six weeks from 20 November, so roughly until the end of December / early January. The Big Tasty is historically one of the first festive items to sell through in busy restaurants, so don’t leave it until the last week.
Is it worth it?
The honest take: at £5.79, the Big Tasty is the biggest beef burger on the festive menu and the reason many people visit in December. It’s noticeably larger and more indulgent than a Big Mac, and the Emmental + smoky sauce combination is the whole point. The with-bacon version at £6.59 is the premium play — good if you want the full festive treatment, unnecessary if you’re already full from Cheese Melt Dippers.
Our wider festive menu prices guide shows where the Big Tasty sits against every other Christmas item.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Big Tasty in 2026?
£5.79 for the burger alone, £7.59 as a medium meal. The with-bacon version is £6.59 / £8.39 as a meal. There is no double version this year.
When does the Big Tasty leave the menu?
With the end of the festive menu — about six weeks from the 20 November launch, so around the end of December / early January. It can sell out earlier at busy restaurants.
Can I get the Big Tasty as a meal?
Yes — the medium Extra Value Meal (burger, fries, drink) is £7.59, or £8.39 with bacon.
Is the Big Tasty available all day?
Festive burgers are usually available from 11am, after the breakfast menu ends.
Final thoughts
The Big Tasty is the festive menu’s headliner for beef lovers — and with the double gone this year, the with-bacon version is the most indulgent way to order it. Go in the first couple of weeks; it sells through.
Prices are approximate and vary by restaurant.