Say Goodbye to Self-Serve Soft Drinks at McDonald’s

McDonald’s is phasing out self-serve soda fountains in its dining rooms across the United States by 2032, citing a desire for a consistent experience across all ordering points. This move comes in response to factors like food safety, theft prevention, and a decline in dine-in customers. The new “crew pour” system, which uses automated beverage systems, is set to minimize human contact and enhance the dine-in experience.