McDonald’s

If I ate here all the time, I would weigh just as much as the building. McDonalds seems to be the enemy of all health nuts, criticizing their so-​called «white meat» chicken, large portions, and unhealthy salads. No matter where you end up going, you are bound to see that dreaded golden arch tempting you to abandon your diet plans and gorge on empty calories. However, there are some healthy options here…
If you are a chicken lover, the Premium Grilled Chicken Ranch BLT Sandwich or the Classic Grilled Chicken Sandwich are super low in calories and are heartily filling without costing you any lost muscle. Do avoid the so-​called «Crispy» chicken sandwiches though, those are deep-​fried circular nightmares waiting to happen. On the other hand, chicken nuggets are relatively safe if you only eat six of them, ten might be stretching the limit. Want those classic French fries? I would pass, nothing but empty calories… but if you can’t resist like me, go for a small. In classic McDonalds style, the fries are limpy and vary in salt coating but the flavor is there… complement it with ketchup if you must.
So you like beef? Be wary, a lot of the hamburgers usually are high in calories and taste as flat as a tire. For simplicity, go for just a cheeseburger or hamburger to keep calorie count low and taste high. If you want something more advanced, the McDouble is an ok option and the Big Mac is acceptable. Both of these sandwich’s do have good flavor if given the right amount of toppings.
Want breakfast? Believe it or not, the Egg McMuffin is one of the healthiest fast food breakfast sandwich’s out there with only 300 calories total, which is only about 100 calories more then a glass of OJ and a bowl of cereal in the morning. The Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit is also a good alternative if you enjoy that flavor combination, it’ll cost you 120 calories more though.
That’s pretty much the basics of how to eat healthy at McDonalds, so what does this particular branch having go for it in terms of building style and service?
Dreadfully, this McDonalds carries out the same «modern» style that has become popular in the last few years. It’s the horrific return of the brown’s and beiges topped with flat maroons and plain walls. In addition, while the inside has a good amount of seating, the chairs are harder then a rock and are thus uncomfortable to sit in. The booths aren’t much better but they do at least have proper cushioning. Overall, it’s the same uncomfortable «modern» atmosphere that I’ve grown to hate. However, if this is your style, you’ll enjoy it greatly.
Service here is a bit above the standard norm when it comes to McDonalds. Most of the employees are in High School or College but their attitude is positive and I’ve had very little mix-​ups when it comes to ordering. As this is the closest McDonalds near me, I’m at least fortunate to have this one where I don’t get the silent treatment from the workers.
Alas, a McDonalds is a McDonalds. It can either make you morbidly obese if you so choose or it can be a nice place to stop by for a quick lunch that won’t result in a second gym visit. However, this McDonalds still suffers from cleanliness issues, poor décor choice, and poor quality food even though it has good taste.
For safe measures, plan what you want on the website before stopping by, it may save you a few calories and tears.