The Big Arch Macca’s Burger Review: Australia’s Biggest McDonald’s Burger Yet
Who Would’ve Thought? Reviewing a Giant from the Golden Arches
Let’s be honest – I never thought I’d be writing a review about a McDonald’s burger with the same gravitas usually reserved for a Wagyu steak or a chef’s special at a boutique eatery. But here we are – reviewing The Big Arch, the newest heavyweight from Macca’s that promises to be their biggest burger ever in Australia.
McDonald’s has gone full tilt with this one. We’re talking two massive 100% Aussie beef patties, double cheese, crispy bacon, fresh tomato, lettuce, pickles, onions, and the pièce de résistance: Big Mac sauce – all wedged between a three-layer sesame seed bun. Yes, the Big Arch borrows the Big Mac architecture but super-sizes everything.
First Impressions:
It’s a tower. No exaggeration – you need to tilt your head and strategise your first bite. It looks more like something engineered than cooked, but I have to admit, it’s impressive. There’s weight to it – literally – and you feel like you’re getting your money’s worth just holding it.
The Bite Test:
That first bite is chaos, but the good kind. The Big Mac sauce delivers the familiar nostalgic zing, but it’s balanced by the richness of the beef and the smokiness of the bacon. The cheese melts into the patties perfectly, and the fresh lettuce and tomato stop it from becoming a greasy mess.
But make no mistake: this is not for the faint-hearted. It’s indulgent, heavy, and leans into its American-style excess proudly.
Verdict:
Is it worth it? If you’re after a cheat day feast or want to say you tackled Macca’s Everest, then yes – go for it. But don’t come looking for subtlety or clean eating. The Big Arch is all about scale, flavour, and pushing the burger envelope.
For McDonald’s fans, this could become your new favourite. For food snobs? This burger is proof that sometimes the guilty pleasure is the point.
Rating: 7.5/10
Calories: Let’s just say… don’t check. Just enjoy.
Pro Tip: Get extra napkins. And maybe a knife and fork. No judgment here.
