McDonald’s McRib is a limited item that appears on the menu irregularly.
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McDonald’s brought back the McRib for a national farewell tour in the fall of 2022.
The McRib has had at least three other farewell tours and has been on and off menus since 1981.
It’s returned to menus every year since 2023 and is back in select cities on October 27.
When bidding fans a final goodbye, the McRib appears to be taking cues from rock bands like The Who and KISS. The bands are known for farewell tours that didn’t stick. The iconic McDonald’s sandwich is also pulling a fast one with fans.
In 2022, McDonald’s said the barbecue-slathered boneless pork hoagie would say goodbye to fans in an event billed as the McRib’s farewell tour. But the McRib returned to select McDonald’s locations in November 2023, and has made similar returns every year since. In fact, the chain announced it will release the McRib again in October in select cities.
For 45 years, the McRib sandwich has been popping up randomly on the McDonald’s menu.
Here’s a look at the history of the sandwich.
Mary Meisenzahl and Nancy Luna contributed to an earlier version of this story.
The origin story of the McRib is tied to the success of another iconic McDonald’s menu item: McNuggets.
A nationwide chicken shortage left some franchises without McNuggets, so McDonald’s chef René Arend created a fast, affordable alternative.
Arend was inspired to create the McRib after a trip to South Carolina, where he ate local barbecue.
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The design for the McRib used new technology to create a “restructured meat product” developed by Richard Mandigo at the University of Nebraska, NPR reported.
Arend designed the McRib’s shape to “look like a slab of ribs,” and while the product is made with pork, it doesn’t include any actual rib bones.
The McRib officially debuted in test markets in 1981.
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Made with boneless pork, barbecue sauce, onions, and pickles, the menu item sparked early interest from customers nationwide.
However, while customers showed up to try the McRib for the first time, not many returned for repeat visits, and it disappeared from menus in 1985.
“The Simpsons” gave the McRib a permanent place in pop culture with a 2003 episode parodying the sandwich, titled “Ribwich.”
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That same year, McDonald’s introduced a mini version of the sandwich, the McRib Jr.
McDonald’s took the McRib on three farewell tours in 2005, 2006, and 2007.
A McRib sign is seen at a McDonald’s restaurant on November 3, 2010 in San Francisco, California. The sandwich arrived on the menu for the first time since 1994 and is offered at all McDonald’s nationwide for a limited time until December 5, 2010. The McRib was first introduced in 1981.
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The McRib found success as a limited-time offer. In 2007, McDonald’s sold 30 million sandwiches, Maxim reported.
In 2008, devoted McRib fan Aaron Klein started the McRib Location website that used crowdsourced tips to help people find the sandwich at select locations nationwide.
In 2020, the McRib returned to menus nationwide for the first time in eight years.
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“The McRib has been a beloved menu item at McDonald’s since its inception nearly 40 years ago,” Linda VanGosen, McDonald’s vice president of menu innovation, said in a statement at the time.
“There’s nothing quite like the taste of the McRib. To our customers, it’s become more than a delicious, saucy moment … it’s a season, and it’s taking the internet by storm. That’s why this year we’re proud to serve the McRib nationwide for everyone to enjoy.”
The launch proved successful and boosted sales that were declining amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Restaurant Business reported.
We tried the McRib for ourselves and didn’t quite get the hype.
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During the pandemic, chains including Burger King and KFC turned to nostalgia, offering customers familiar comforts during an uncertain time.
However, despite the hype, we were a bit underwhelmed.
The rectangular pork patty reminded us of the sausage McDonald’s uses on its breakfast sandwiches, while the pickles and onions tasted crisp and fresh.
We enjoyed the toppings, but the sandwich was missing the barbecue flavor we expected — likely because it arrived with barely any sauce, unlike the much saucier McRibs seen online. This could’ve been a restaurant-specific error at the time, but we haven’t been back to reorder it since.
In 2022, McDonald’s announced that the McRib was heading out on yet another “Farewell Tour,” suggesting the cult-favorite sandwich might be gone for good.
A McRib is seen at a McDonald’s restaurant on November 3, 2010 in San Francisco, California.
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But yet again, the sendoff didn’t stick.
The McRib returned to menus in 2023, 2024, and 2025, continuing the long-running cycle of limited-time disappearances and comebacks.
However, unlike previous years, the McRib was only available in select cities in 2025.
Despite its many supposed farewell tours, McDonald’s is relaunching the McRib once more in 2026.
McDonald’s McRib is a limited item that appears on the menu irregularly.
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After years of dramatic goodbyes and limited-time returns, McDonald’s brought the polarizing pork sandwich back once again in 2026.
Starting on October 27 at select locations in cities including Los Angeles, Chicago, Miami, Atlanta, Philadelphia, and Dallas, fans can purchase a McRib for a limited time, the company told USA Today. Customers in other cities are encouraged to check their McDonald’s app for availability.
Its latest comeback proves the McRib’s strange staying power.
Every time it disappears, fans wonder whether this will finally be the last time — and head to their nearest location to try it for (possibly) the final time.
A map labeling Lake Ontario as “Lake America” is displayed as President Donald Trump speaks after signing an executive order.
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The Trump administration has changed the names of buildings, a mountain, and bodies of water.
An executive order renamed Lake Ontario as “Lake America” amid the trade war with Canada.
The president has since floated the idea of renaming the Atlantic Ocean as “American Ocean.”
First, the Gulf of Mexico, then Lake Ontario. Now, President Donald Trump has said an ocean could be next.
At a Mississippi rally on Monday, the president floated the idea of renaming the Atlantic Ocean the “American Ocean” and said he thinks “Europe will be thrilled.”
He first raised the idea at a Tennessee rally in early October, pitching “Trump Ocean” or “Ocean of the Americas” for either the Atlantic or Pacific. At a South Carolina rally in mid-October, he said Google CEO Sundar Pichai told him “no” to changing the ocean names on Google Maps because they touch a lot of countries.
The White House referred Business Insider to the president’s comments.
It wouldn’t be the first name change Trump has made or suggested in his second non-consecutive term in office.
In August, he signed an executive order to rename Lake Ontario — one of the five Great Lakes, bordering both Canada and the US — to Lake America. He’s also renamed a gulf and a mountain, and has mused about renaming a river, calling New Mexico “New America,” and rebranding the Strait of Hormuz as the “Trump Strait.”
Besides renaming numerous government programs and buildings after Trump himself, here’s a look at other places the administration has renamed — so far.
January 2025: Trump renamed the Gulf of Mexico and Denali.
A “Gulf of America” poster behind President Donald Trump in the Oval Office.
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On the first day back in the White House, Trump signed an executive order titled “Restoring Names That Honor American Greatness.”
It directed two actions: rename the Gulf of Mexico to the “Gulf of America,” and restore Alaska’s Denali, the highest mountain in North America, to its former federal name, Mount McKinley. President Barack Obama previously restored the mountain’s Native Alaskan name, meaning “the high one” in the Koyukon language, in 2015.
Trump’s executive order acknowledged that “congressional action is required to establish a renaming in public law,” but called for federal agencies to use the new names in the interim.
Both Google and Apple have since updated their map features to reflect the name change. The Associated Press continued to refer to the body of water as the Gulf of Mexico, leading the White House to bar AP from some press events.
February to June 2025: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reversed the renaming of nine Army bases.
Fort Bragg in North Carolina.
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In 2023, the Biden administration changed the names of Army bases named after Confederate leaders, renaming them after Medal of Honor recipients, military leaders, and other war heroes, including women and people of color.
Hegseth reversed the changes in a series of orders in 2025, restoring the names of Fort A.P. Hill, Fort Benning, Fort Pickett, Fort Lee, Fort Gordon, Fort Hood, Fort Polk, Fort Rucker, and Fort Bragg.
August 2026: Trump signed an executive order renaming Lake Ontario to Lake America.
President Donald Trump signed an executive order renaming Lake Ontario to “Lake America.”
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The change came amid rising tensions over the trade war with Canada. In August, the US imposed new 50% tariffs on about $20 billion in Canadian goods after negotiations fell apart, prompting Canada to announce retaliatory tariffs of up to 50%. Trump has since reversed some of those tariffs.
Canadians were already calling for boycotts of US products and travel before the August executive order. Carney said in his X response to Lake Ontario’s name change that the US “is changing.”
“Their trade relations, their foreign policy, their national monuments, their hydronyms,” he wrote. “Canadian women and men also know that things must be called by their name, and this lake is called Lake Ontario — today and forever.”
Google Maps and Apple Maps show the new name to US users. The change applies only to US federal use.
At the time, Trump also floated renaming an ocean after the US — something he has since repeatedly pitched at recent rallies. The insistence comes despite Trump saying that Pichai told the president “no” when asked to change the Atlantic Ocean’s name on Google Maps.
“This time I’m not doing it,” Trump said at the South Carolina rally, referring to Pichai’s response. “Oceans are different, sir. They cover really a lot of countries. Please don’t ask us to do that.”
Maria Sentmanat, 55, quit her six-figure job this summer without another job to go to.
She started Why Not Wild, giving guided tours of the South Florida wilderness.
She’s not making any money and living off her savings, but says the move has saved her mental health.
This as-told-to-essay is based on a conversation with Maria Sentmanat, 55, who is based in Miami, Florida. It has been edited for length and clarity.
I’m a high school dropout who came from a single-parent family. My upbringing was filled with chaos and instability. I never thought I’d end up being the type to earn a six-figure salary, but that’s exactly what I ended up doing — and walking away from this year.
On paper, I was definitely successful. I had a $153,000 paycheck managing one of the largest 5K races in the country, a job I’d held for the past five years. I could have made up to $180,000 next year if I had stayed on.
The job was a new opportunity when I really needed one
You could argue it was the culmination of the fitness career I had spent 16 years building, after becoming super overweight following the birth of my daughters. I became a personal trainer and ran my own wellness-focused fitness studio. I’d created something special.
But then the pandemic happened, and I lost everything. I couldn’t run my studio anymore, and struggled to build it back up again once the restrictions were lifted.
Maria Sentmanat is not making any money but is happier.
Courtesy of Maria Sentmanat
The founder of this race event was a friend, so when she told me she needed a new race director, it felt like an opportunity life was giving me. I completed all the required certifications and threw myself into this new role, which was both incredibly stressful and rewarding.
But things started to change. I started to dread going to work, and my stomach was always upset. I felt myself going into “fight or flight” mode, with the trauma from my childhood resurfacing, that I just didn’t need.
I felt heavy, and my daughters — who are now 25 and 27 — could see it. I would go out into nature to decompress, but I was always thinking, “What am I going to do with this massive thing hanging on the side of my neck?” I got to a state where I just felt numb, even though I was continually asking myself, “What are you going to do? How are you going to keep doing this?”
I quit with no other job lined up
I resigned in August 2026, with no other job to go to, which some people called crazy.
Maria Sentmanat went from makiing six figures to not making anything.
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But I had a strong feeling that I needed to find purpose and passion again. I knew that would be through nature. That’s where I heal. That’s where I can find a place that I feel seen, heard, understood, and held.
So I knew I had to build something that centered on connecting people with nature, so “Why Not Wild” was born. I take people into the wilderness around South Florida, but it’s not packages. It’s completely personalized. I want to talk to you and find out what you need.
I’ll take you hiking through the Everglades, but it’s not like, “oh, look at this nice trail”. You will have to walk through water, and for some people, that is a big thing to overcome. For people who don’t want to hike, I do motorcycle adventures.
I want people to reconnect with an entity we have caused so much destruction to. I want to be the bridge. I’m using my social media platforms to create awareness of what’s beautiful out there.
I’m finding purpose again
Financially, I’m OK. I’ve been super strict about my savings, even while paying $4,700, helping my daughters, and paying my SBA loan from my previous business. I owned a home in Mount Dora that I sold last year too. I could live comfortably for six months, even a year, but then I’d have no savings left.
My ex-husband and I divorced when the girls were young, but we still co-parent very closely. He has a key to my place, comes over to eat several times a week, and we even go on vacation together. Our kids haven’t had that typical divorce experience, which we worked hard to be intentional about. He and the girls are happy that I have done this — they have complete faith in me.
I’m not making any money right now, but I wake up excited about every day. What door is going to open? What’s going to happen? Even if this doesn’t work out, I was brave enough not to get caught up in what was, in effect, a bad marriage. I’ll know that I was brave enough to try.
I have lost all that income and future security, but I have gained so much more. I feel better mentally, physically, and spiritually.
I followed Bobby Flay’s recipe for perfect eggs using crème fraîche.
I also tried making the recipe with cheaper ingredients like sour cream and Greek yogurt.
The eggs made with crème fraîche tasted the best, but I’d use sour cream next time.
Scrambled eggs can be a difficult breakfast staple to master, but according to celebrity chef Bobby Flay, you can avoid a rubbery or dry texture by using crème fraîche, a dairy product similar to sour cream.
Since I don’t often buy crème fraîche, however, I tried Flay’s recipe alongside two two cheaper, similar alternatives — sour cream and Greek yogurt — to see if they would yield similar results. Here’s how it went.
First, I made eggs using sour cream
Bobby Flay’s recipe called for only two eggs.
Paige Bennett
I began with testing out sour cream, which isn’t as rich as crème fraîche but offers a similar tangy flavor and texture.
Following the basic steps of Flay’s recipe, I put a pat of cold butter and sour cream in a pan. I was careful not to use too much since I wanted enough to moisten the eggs without making them too wet.
Then, I turned the burner to medium-low heat and added two whisked eggs. I constantly stirred the mixture with a rubber spatula, adding black pepper once the eggs began to hold their shape.
I stirred the eggs with a rubber spatula until they began to scramble.
Paige Bennett
I turned the heat off shortly before the eggs looked done to keep the moisture and prevent overcooking, and added the salt. I let the eggs cook for about a minute in the hot pan with the gas burner turned off.
Using sour cream was cost-effective, but the texture wasn’t even throughout
The scrambled eggs with sour cream were decent, but a little rubbery.
Paige Bennett
The eggs definitely looked smoother than they usually do when I make them, and they smelled buttery and even slightly cheesy.
When I took a bite, they tasted good, too — a little buttery and no tang from the sour cream.
However, despite my constant stirring, I thought they had an uneven texture, as a few bites were slightly rubbery and dry, or a little too wet for my taste.
If I wanted scrambled eggs in the future, I’d probably add sour cream.
Paige Bennett
This ingredient is the cheapest of the three options I tried so, even if the eggs weren’t the best, I’d still add a little sour cream if I had it on hand and wanted scrambled eggs.
The Greek yogurt didn’t add the same richness as the other ingredients I tested
I made Bobby Flay’s scrambled eggs with Greek yogurt next.
Paige Bennett
Next, I followed the same recipe and steps using a similar amount of Greek yogurt, which blended into the eggs seamlessly while cooking.
I knew after the first bite that this ingredient was not a good alternative to Flay’s recommended crème fraîche.
The eggs and Greek yogurt combined effortlessly.
Paige Bennett
The dish looked creamier than the eggs made with sour cream, but the non-fat Greek yogurt created a uniform rubbery texture.
I think one issue is that I accidentally used a yogurt without fat. Because Greek yogurt is so tangy, even more so than sour cream, I think the flavor masked the taste of the butter, salt, and eggs, and resulted in an overall blandness.
The dish also was slightly watery and left a small pool of liquid on my plate.
Finally, I tested Flay’s tried-and-true crème fraîche, which pleasantly surprised me
Finally, I tried Bobby Flay’s original tip and used crème fraîche.
Paige Bennett
The crème fraîche had the thickest texture of the three, so I expected the eggs to be pretty rich.
I followed the same steps, noticing how effortlessly the crème fraîche melted into the whisked eggs.
This dish with crème fraîche took slightly longer to cook, but the eggs seemed moist and fluffy without looking underdone.
Out of the three recipes, this one resulted in the best flavor and definitely didn’t feel undercooked.
When I took a bite, I thought the flavor was amazing. They tasted soft, rich, and buttery and nearly melted in my mouth.
The eggs turned out fluffy and looked fully cooked.
Paige Bennett
The creamy eggs would work so well with salty, crispy hash browns, roasted veggies, or a really good crusty bread.
The eggs with crème fraîche tasted the best, but I’d use sour cream if I made the recipe again
Out of the three options, crème fraîche was the best additive.
Paige Bennett
Though I thought the eggs made with crème fraîche tasted the best, I would use the cheaper alternative, sour cream, if I tried Flay’s recipe again.
I don’t often have crème fraîche on hand, so it would also be easier to use the sour cream since I usually buy it anyway.
That said, if I wanted a more indulgent version of this breakfast staple, I’d totally add crème fraîche to my grocery list.
This story was originally published on March 5, 2022, and most recently updated on October 26, 2026.
From beloved bakeries to small-town diners, these are the best places to grab a cinnamon roll.
As the weather turns cooler, there are few treats more comforting than a warm cinnamon roll.
Whether you like yours fresh from the oven and dripping with cream cheese frosting, dusted with pecans, or filled with fall flavors like pumpkin and apple, bakeries across the country offer plenty of reasons to slow down and savor the season.
Yelp recently compiled a list of the best cinnamon rolls in every state by identifying businesses in its restaurants and food categories with a high concentration of reviews from Yelp Elite members mentioning “cinnamon rolls,” and then ranking them based on factors such as review volume and ratings.
When available, every business on the list had a passing health score as of August 18, 2026.
Here are the best cinnamon rolls in every state, according to Yelp.
ALABAMA: Lighthouse Bakery in Dauphin Island
Lighthouse Bakery.
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What customers say: “The pecan iced cinnamon roll is the best I’ve had in years! Lots of pecans and icing! Also, the coffee is excellent! We’ll be back for lunch today,” wrote Yelp user Catherine M.
What customers say: “The cinnamon roll! Did I mention the cinnamon roll? Get the cinnamon roll. This trendy and welcoming café hits all the marks with fresh and flavorful food, wonderful coffee, and a lovely atmosphere,” wrote Yelp user Robert M.
What customers say: “My family and I absolutely LOVE Rise-Up Bakery! We got the limited banana Biscoff cinnamon roll, and HOLY COW, it was incredible. Seriously, worth every penny. The other cinnamon rolls are delicious and all very large. The bakery itself is very large, pristine, and the staff is very helpful and attentive. They even gave my little one his own small cinnamon roll on the house, which was so sweet and kind of them. We love coming here for a special treat-highly recommend,” wrote Yelp user Aubrey R.
What customers say: “Greeted by a friendly server who actually asked if I wanted a booth or table. What a nice way to start off breakfast. My husband found them online because he was looking for cinnamon rolls for me. They bring you a basket. They are delicious No gooey icing, thank goodness. Homemade and amazing,” wrote Yelp user Pj M.
What customers say: “The go-to spot for doughnuts and breakfast sandwiches! We love getting their BLT on a croissant, doughnut holes, and cinnamon rolls. Service is always fast and friendly, and you can taste how fresh everything is. Indoor seating only, and their parking spaces are small but easy to get in and out of,” wrote Yelp user Viv H.
What customers say: “We stopped at Cinnamon’s Bakery on the way to Rocky Mountain National Park. We got to the shop at opening and had many options to choose from! The staff was super sweet and answered my many questions. We got three different flavors to try and loved them all. The location is a bit out of the way, but there is plenty of parking, and it’s so worth a detour,” wrote Yelp user Chelsey B.
What customers say: “Nobody does pastries like Kouign! I’ve worked at multiple coffee shops that have carried their baked goods, and I can never pass up buying them. Insanely delicious, especially the cinnamon buns and croissants,” wrote Yelp user Victoria W.
What customers say: “The shareable cinnamon roll (five of us split it before our breakfast came out) is insanely delicious. Great breakfast food and a delicious iced latte. Excellent service, extremely friendly staff, and great ambiance! We loved it,” wrote Yelp user Tami L.
What customers say: “The shake was delicious as well as the cinnamon bun. It makes sense this place is so highly recommended and loved by the residents,” wrote Yelp user Rob M.
What customers say: “We started with a cinnamon roll that was so light, soft, and tasty, it just melted in my mouth. We knew right away we had made the right choice,” wrote Yelp user Alex L.
What customers say: “Excellent. Can’t think of anything they can improve on. Totally worth the wait in line. That cinnamon roll was heaven. Can’t wait to go back,” wrote Yelp user Nicole G.
What customers say: “We shared a cinnamon roll too and sampled the pies and brownies at dinner at their sister restaurant at the Sawtooth Hotel. Completely worth the calories,” wrote Yelp user Lauren Elizabeth C.
ILLINOIS: Ann Sather Restaurant & Catering in Chicago
Ann Sather Restaurant & Catering.
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What customers say: “The cinnamon rolls definitely lived up to their reputation. They were soft, fresh, and generously topped with icing, making for a delicious treat. After seeing all of the other dishes being served, we’d love to come back for a full meal on a future visit,” wrote Yelp user Chelsea M.
INDIANA: Ooey Gooey Cinnamon Rolls and Cafe in Nashville
Ooey Gooey Cinnamon Rolls And Cafe.
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What customers say: “This place completely satisfied our cinnamon roll craving! My husband and I split the Maple Bacon Cinnamon Roll, and it was loaded with flavor — sweet, savory, and absolutely indulgent. It was a bit rich for me personally, but my husband was obsessed and would order it again in a heartbeat,” wrote Yelp user Sydney T.
What customers say: “As for bakery items, we had the orange cinnamon roll and a normal cinnamon roll, and they were good as well. They have a fluffy bread texture and the frosting isn’t too sweet,” wrote Yelp user Rubyanne M.
What customers say: “A fun, quirky little cafe. Staff is super friendly and helpful. The breakfast sandwiches were excellent, but the cinnamon roll was LIFE CHANGING! Definitely worth heading to this gem,” wrote Yelp user Kathryn C.
What customers say: “From the biscuit sandwich to the rye brownie to the cinnamon roll to the lemon almond danish, each pastry was perfection,” wrote Yelp user Lora P.
What customers say: “The pastries, especially the cinnamon rolls, are just the right amount of sweet. It’s takeout-only, but the staff is friendly, and the service is quick. Get there early — things sell out fast,” wrote Yelp user Casey J.
What customers say: “We started with the cinnamon roll, which was delicious and different. Soft in the middle, but the outer edges were more like a crispy biscuit,” wrote Yelp user Nicole E.
What customers say: “Do not sleep on that cinnamon roll. Die and go to an icy heaven with all that icing and cinnamon flavor heated up and shareable for two,” wrote Yelp user Eric H.
What customers say: “Absolutely fantastic breakfast spot. We waited for about 15 minutes at 8 a.m. (I thought we would be early, but I guess not lol). We started off with coffee and a cinnamon roll. The coffee was great, and the cinnamon roll was amazing, so gooey, warm, and the frosting was spot on,” wrote Yelp user Jill B.
What customers say: “The cinnamon bun was massive with tons of very sweet icing. People say the puppy tail is a better ratio, which is true, but even as an icing girlie, something about the cinnamon roll hit different. It was decadent, rich, and almost overpoweringly sweet,” wrote Yelp user Lori J.
What customers say: “The food was outstanding. The cinnamon roll skillet is listed as a ‘small plate,’ but it is massive and perfect for sharing…Honestly, everything we tried was so, so, so good,” wrote Yelp user Caty S.
What customers say: “After reading the reviews, I had to come here on a trip to St. Louis. And now I understand why people love this place. The brunch is amazing, and the biscuits and cinnamon roll were two highlights. And I had to get a gooey butter cake to go, which was incredible,” wrote Yelp user Jim B.
What customers say: “Heaven in a cinnamon bun. They are HUGE, fresh, and oh-so-tasty. So are all the other desserts and pastries I tried, as well as the entrées. Terrific value, friendly service, and a wonderful place to relax and enjoy,” wrote Yelp user Jim G.
What customers say: “Be sure to try the cinnamon rolls and scones, which are homemade. They also make their own syrups, some of which rotate seasonally,” wrote Yelp user Stephanie A.
What customers say: “Location was clean and everyone was friendly! Food came out fast and was great! I would recommend the cinnamon roll because it came out fast and was nice and hot,” wrote Yelp user Angel H.
What customers say: “I ordered the cinnamon roll and the rosemary focaccia bread. Both were amazing! The cinnamon roll was light and fluffy. I’m not the biggest fan of cream cheese frosting, but it wasn’t bad and didn’t take away from it at all,” wrote Yelp user Samantha A.
What customers say: “Probably most famously known for their ooey gooey cinnamon buns (that are so coveted a line forms around the block on weekends), but The Hive also serves up great coffee, a cozy space, and a very kid-friendly vibe,” wrote Yelp user Katarina L.
What customers say: “Our first stop in Albuquerque…if they have been around since the 40s, you know the food must be good. We tried the breakfast burrito, which is a definite 10 out of 10, and the chicken quesadilla, which was also great. The guacamole was really good, too. Got a cinnamon roll to go that took up the size of the to-go box. OMG so yummy,” wrote Yelp user Erin G.
What customers say: “I picked up some of their most popular items, including the triple chocolate chunk cookie, a cinnamon bun, and the honey cake. All three were fantastic,” wrote Yelp user Sein S.
NORTH CAROLINA: Louie and Honey’s Kitchen in Winston-Salem
Louie and Honey’s Kitchen.
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What customers say: “It’s a bold statement to say I just ate the best cinnamon roll in North Carolina, but honestly… I think I did. Louie and Honey’s Kitchen is flat-out amazing. From the moment you walk in, the vibe is cool and welcoming, with plenty of comfortable seating both indoors and out. The staff was friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. And the baked goods? There were so many incredible-looking options that I already know we’ll have to come back and work our way through the menu,” wrote Yelp user Lee S.
What customers say: “Stopped here for a great breakfast on our way out of Medora. They have really good caramel cinnamon rolls. Be sure to try them. The staff is really nice, and it was nice and clean. Had a kind of local favorite feel to it,” wrote Yelp user Nancy S.
What customers say: “This place is fantastic. The staff is friendly and warm. They know the products and can answer any questions you have. It’s a tight space, so it’s best to be mindful of the space and courteous of others. Otherwise, it’s a cute little place on a cute street making DELICIOUS pastries. The cinnamon roll had a tangy cream cheese icing with orange zest. It may be the most balanced pastry I’ve eaten this year,” wrote Yelp user Kryssie H.
OKLAHOMA: Harvey Bakery & Kitchen in Oklahoma City
Harvey Bakery & Kitchen.
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What customers say: “I just walked in randomly to pick up some baked goods. I hadn’t been before. I grabbed the Harvey cinnamon rolls, and they were the best cinnamon rolls I’ve ever had! Also, the Gruyère scones were delicious,” wrote Yelp user Crystal W.
What customers say: “My go-to is a mixed spread of sweet and savory bites. Got the cinnamon roll for the first time, and it was divine. They have interesting seasonal offerings too, so don’t forget to review those while perusing the menu,” wrote Yelp user Tiffany V.
What customers say: “I really enjoyed the cinnamon rolls. They are not ooey gooey with frosting like typical cinnamon rolls; they’re closer to a monkey bread texture, and I like that about them. Not as messy to eat and just as addictive,” wrote Yelp user Ainsley E.
What customers say: “The meal comes with dinner rolls, their (legendary) cinnamon buns, fresh salad, pasta with sauce, crispy french fries, and of course the juicy chicken,” wrote Yelp user Rebecca H.
SOUTH CAROLINA: The Devine Cinnamon Roll Deli in Columbia
The Devine Cinnamon Roll Deli.
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What customers say: “The banana foster [cinnamon roll] is outstanding, but can’t go wrong with a classic cinnamon roll. Pay attention to their grits of the day as it changes,” wrote Yelp user Jerrin H.
What customers say: “I got a cinnamon bun to go. It was huge and delicious. I also got a scrambled egg and bacon on a fresh bun. It was great also,” wrote Yelp user Beverly M.
TENNESSEE: Crockett’s 1875 Breakfast Camp in Gatlinburg
Crockett’s 1875 Breakfast Camp.
Lisa L./Yelp
What customers say: “Yummy! The fried cinnamon roll was very good. I had the hash, and it was great. My daughter had the pot roast Benedict, and it might be the best breakfast I’ve ever tasted. Five stars,” wrote Yelp user Lee H.
TEXAS: Cranky Granny’s Sweet Rolls in Pflugerville
Cranky Granny’s Sweet Rolls.
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What customers say: “I was worried that the cinnamon roll quality would be subpar due to being covered with the toppings, but I was wrong. The cinnamon itself was fresh and soft and probably delish on its own. I recommend checking out this place,” wrote Yelp user Tia T.
What customers say: “The best food for any time of the day. Very quick, coffee is great. The morning line was insane, but they cleared it quickly. Pricing is beyond reasonable. One thing — never leave without a cinnamon roll,” wrote Yelp user Christina S.
What customers say: “We got the Danish, a loaf of sourdough, some coffee, and cinnamon rolls. Everything was really good, but the cinnamon rolls were exceptional! Great little bakery,” wrote Yelp user Yuval J.
What customers say: “The wait can be very long (we waited 90 minutes on a Sunday morning), but it is worth it because the food is AMAZING! We had the latte flight, cowboy Benedict, and the cinnamon roll. Everything was delicious,” wrote Yelp user Leah O.
What customers say: “Getting in line an hour before opening for a good chance of locking down a box [of doughnuts] and their equally delicious cinnamon roll. Flour Box usually sells out around noon,” wrote Yelp user Trung V.
WEST VIRGINIA: Wardensville Garden Market in Wardensville
Wardensville Garden Market.
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What customers say: “When I walked inside, I was impressed by how cute this little bakery was set up. Then I had to try something from here, and I got a cinnamon roll. The cinnamon roll was so good! If you get the chance, I would definitely recommend stopping in and checking this place out,” wrote Yelp user Alexa A.
What customers say: “Franks Diner was awesome and such a fun experience. We went for breakfast. There was a 40-minute wait on a Saturday morning, so we walked part of the farmers market, which was a perfect spot and just enough time. I had their Bloody Mary and veggie omelet with a side of bacon, and we split a cinnamon roll. I recommend all of it. The booths on the train car are comfy, and it’s just a fun restaurant setting. The staff was fun and attentive. I’d give 10 stars. Highly recommend,” wrote Yelp user Ashley H.
What customers say: “For a Friday mid-morning, they were still hopping and yet greeted us the moment we walked in. We were directed to a table and had hot coffee almost as quickly as we ordered it! The cinnamon roll was beautiful, but even better, it tasted better than it looked. Warm, fragrant with cinnamon. It melted in our mouths. It’s a friendly step back in time with the counters and the conversations. When in Laramie, don’t miss it,” wrote Yelp user Rebekah A.
A one-dollar deals sign is displayed at a Dollar General discount store in California.
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The FTC and 20 US states are suing Dollar General over its pricing practices.
A complaint filed Monday alleges the company repeatedly mislabeled products and overcharged customers.
US consumers have been particularly concerned about retailers’ pricing as digital labels roll out.
Dollar General is facing fresh federal scrutiny over its pricing practices.
The US Federal Trade Commission said Monday it has filed a lawsuit, along with 20 states, accusing the discount retailer of deceptive pricing on its shelves, price tags, and advertisements.
“Dollar General has, for years, repeatedly mislabeled prices, overcharged consumers and failed to correct the issue despite extensive corporate knowledge of the problem,” the FTC said in a statement.
The company operates more than 21,000 US stores and typically serves customers in more rural and low-income areas of the country.
The filings say Dollar General has received tens of thousands of complaints from shoppers who said they did not receive an advertised price and that the company failed to adequately address the problem.
As a result, Dollar General received millions of dollars from overcharging customers, the FTC alleged.
Dollar General did not immediately respond to a request for comment on this story.
The action comes less than two weeks after New York Attorney General Letitia James reached a settlement of nearly $1.9 million in food and personal items as a civil penalty for overcharging shoppers in the state. New York did not join the FTC’s complaint.
US consumers have been particularly worried about fairness in retail pricing as more stores introduce digital price tags. Both Walmart and Target have issued public statements promising price transparency and consistency online and at the register. Home Depot recently did the same.