15 Seriously Rude Things Floridians Do at McDonald’s

McDonald’s is the kind of fast food restaurant where you can roll through in your pajamas at 10 a.m. for a Sausage McMuffin or treat yourself to a McFlurry at midnight.

It’s casual, it’s fast, and it’s everywhere. But not every Floridian remembers their manners when they’re under the golden arches.

Some customers seem to forget they’re not the only ones craving a Big Mac, and their rude habits can ruin other customers’ experience, not to mention that of the staff.

Here are some of the most common rude behaviors you’ll find at Mickey D’s.

Hogging the Ketchup and Napkin Station

Some customers approach McDonald’s condiment station like it’s the last ketchup pump on Earth.

They’ll stand there forever, pumping Heinz ketchup into six mini-cups to drown a single small fry, scooping thirty napkins into their arms, and snagging so many straw packs they could open a lemonade stand.

And don’t get us started on the condiment packets. They’ll fill a tray with barbecue sauce, Ranch dipping sauce, and mayo packets as if preparing for a sauce apocalypse.

Meanwhile, everyone else is standing there holding their large fries, just praying for one measly napkin.

If you need ketchup for your Big Mac and napkins for your McSpicy, fine. But don’t treat the station like it’s an all-you-can-hoard buffet.

Take what you need, leave the rest, and let the next person have a shot at keeping their fries from being bland.

Leaving Trash All Over the Table

Nothing ruins the magic of a fresh Filet-O-Fish faster than sitting down at a booth littered with greasy cheeseburger wrappers, crumpled hash brown sleeves, and a half-spilled McCafé iced coffee.

Instead of carrying their garbage to one of the many giant trash bins, some customers just stand up and walk away like they’re royalty leaving a feast behind.

It’s not just gross—it slows down the whole flow. When workers are stuck wiping down tables covered in leftover Chicken McNuggets and half-empty Sweet Tea cups, they can’t focus on getting fresh food out quickly.

That forces other customers to do the awkward hover dance, trying to figure out which table is the least disgusting.

The trash cans at McDonald’s aren’t hidden in secret tunnels. They’re usually right by the door or near the drink station.

Taking ten seconds to toss your empty McChicken box isn’t just polite—it’s part of the deal when you eat there.

Yelling at the Workers Over a Missing Pickle

Maybe you ordered a Quarter Pounder with Cheese, extra pickles. Maybe the pickles didn’t make it onto your burger.

Annoying? Sure.

Worth yelling at the teenager handing you your tray? Absolutely not.

Yet some customers act like forgetting two pickle slices is an unforgivable offense.

Fast food workers are juggling McFlurry orders, Double Cheeseburger requests, and endless boxes of fries all at once. A mistake here or there is expected. Blowing up over a minor slip just makes everyone’s day worse—including yours.

A polite, “Hey, I think I’m missing my extra pickles,” will almost always get you a fresh Quarter Pounder.

Letting Kids Play Tag Between the Tables

Nothing says “I regret dining in” like watching two kids sprint past your table while you’re trying to enjoy your Hot ‘n Spicy McChicken.

It’s even worse when they’re screeching at the top of their lungs or using the chairs as obstacles for their game of tag.

When parents check out and let kids run wild, it’s not just annoying—it’s dangerous. Workers carrying trays of Big Macs, McCafé lattes, and Happy Meals could trip and send food flying. And let’s not forget elderly customers balancing cups of piping-hot coffee.

Some McDonald’s still have designated play areas, so bring your kids there if you have the option. Otherwise, it’s polite to keep kids at your table until that last Oreo McFlurry bite is finished and you head home.

A restaurant isn’t a playground, even when the Happy Meal comes with a super-cool toy.

Treating the Drive-Thru Like a Therapy Session

The drive-thru at McDonald’s is designed to be fast; it’s not the place to spend five minutes debating if you want a Spicy McCrispy or a Big Mac Meal.

Yet some customers roll up to the speaker like they’re about to order a five-course gourmet dinner and have a full existential crisis while 10 cars pile up behind them.

Then you have the folks who bark into the speaker because they can’t hear, or the ones who snap because Shamrock Shakes are out of season. (It’s March-only, folks. Don’t shoot the messenger.)

Every time a customer picks a fight over whatever it is they’re ordering, the whole line slows down.

The best drive-thru customers know what they want. A little kindness at the speaker box keeps the line moving and everyone’s fries hotter.

Cutting in Line Like They’re Late for the Last Big Mac

Most McDonald’s have clear lines. Whether you’re ordering a 10-piece McNugget or just grabbing a hot fudge sundae, you know where to stand.

But there’s always that one person who walks right past everyone and marches to the counter like they’re the VIP of fast food.

It’s even worse when someone tries to “pretend” they didn’t see the line. Workers don’t know who to serve first, people start getting annoyed, and the whole scene gets tense.

McDonald’s runs on order and speed.

It’s not that hard—wait your turn for that Bacon Egg & Cheese Biscuit just like everyone else. You’ll get your food, and you won’t end up starring in a customer meltdown TikTok.

Turning the Self-Order Kiosks Into a Playground

The self-order kiosks are awesome for customizing your Quarter Pounder (extra cheese, no onions, two slices of bacon? Yes, please).

But too many people treat the screens like a video game, poking random items into the cart without realizing it.

You’ll see someone order six M&M McFlurries, cancel them, switch to Oreo, cancel again, and then finally end up panic-ordering a small fry.

Meanwhile, there’s a line of customers clutching their wallets, desperate to put in a simple McChicken order before the lunch rush explodes.

The kiosks aren’t toys—they’re time-savers. If you want to design the perfect triple-patty burger, fine. But maybe don’t do it at 12:00 p.m. on a Monday when other hungry customers will be breathing down your neck.

Screwing Up Mobile Order Pickups

Mobile ordering is supposed to make everything easier. You pick your favorite McDonald’s app items (maybe a McGriddle and a Hash Brown?), pay ahead, and roll up to grab your food.

Easy, right?

Well, not when customers start grabbing bags that aren’t theirs or crowding the pickup counter like it’s a Black Friday sale.

Some people don’t even check the names on the bags. They just snag the first one they see and end up walking off with someone else’s Deluxe Crispy Chicken Sandwich. Then workers have to remake the stolen orders, causing long waits for everyone else still hoping for their 10-piece nuggets.

If you ordered a Double Quarter Pounder Meal through the app, just wait your turn and double-check the receipt sticker on the bag.

It takes two seconds and saves everyone frustration (and hunger).

Asking for Secret Menu Items Like They’re Entitled

The secret menu at McDonald’s is fun to read about online: things like a McGangBang (a McChicken jammed into a McDouble), the Land, Sea, and Air Burger (chicken, beef, and fish), or a Poor Man’s Big Mac (a McDouble with Big Mac sauce).

But here’s the thing—these aren’t official menu items, and workers aren’t required to make them.

Some customers roll up to the counter demanding a Mc10:35 (an egg and burger combo during the breakfast-lunch switch) and get mad when the crew says no.

Worse, they act like the cashier should somehow know exactly what a Monster Mac (eight patties!) even is, when it’s not something McDonald’s officially sells.

If you really want a wild combo, just order the parts and build it yourself at your table. Workers are already handling hundreds of Big Mac, Sausage McMuffin, and Filet-O-Fish orders every hour—they don’t need a pop quiz from the secret internet menu while they’re trying to survive a lunch rush.

Camping at the Soda Machine Like It’s Home Base

Grabbing a drink refill is totally fine. Standing by the Coca-Cola Freestyle machine for five minutes trying to decide if you want Hi-C Orange Lavaburst or Dr Pepper while blocking everyone else?

That’s another story.

Some customers act like the soda fountain is their personal hangout spot. They’ll fill half a cup with Sprite, drink it right there, then go back for half Diet Coke, then maybe throw in some Fanta just because.

Meanwhile, people with meals—a McCrispy and fries waiting to get soggy—are stuck behind them with empty cups.

Be kind: grab your refill (or first fill) and move on.

You can always come back for more after your Big Mac meal if you really need a second round of Fruitopia Strawberry Passion Awareness.

Being Rude About Ice Cream Machine Problems

It’s one of the oldest McDonald’s jokes: “The ice cream machine is always broken.”

Sometimes it’s just being cleaned, sometimes it’s really broken, but one thing’s for sure—workers are tired of getting yelled at over it.

Customers who march up and throw fits because they can’t get a McFlurry end up looking ridiculous. Screaming about a sundae isn’t going to magically fix a machine with parts that could very well be back-ordered.

If you roll up craving a vanilla cone or a chocolate shake and hear the dreaded “sorry, machine’s down,” just shrug it off and head to Dairy Queen instead.

Demanding Fresh-Cooked Everything at Rush Hour

Of course, everyone loves it when their McDonald’s fries are piping hot and their McChickens come fresh off the grill.

But some customers take it too far, demanding “fresh Quarter Pounder, fresh fries, fresh apple pie” all during the absolute worst moments—like 12:30 p.m. on a Friday when the drive-thru line is already curling around the block.

It’s one thing to politely request fresh fries with your Double Cheeseburger Meal. It’s another thing to insist every single item is cooked-to-order during lunch rush, then throw a tantrum when it takes longer than two minutes.

Workers want you to have good food, but they also have to serve the hundred other people who just want their Big Mac and leave.

If you’re craving fresh fries rather than those that have been sitting in the basket for a whole five minutes, ask nicely and understand it might take a few extra minutes.

Workers will appreciate your patience way more than another angry “Where’s my fresh McNuggets?!” meltdown.

Sneaking Starbucks Into the Dining Room

McDonald’s has its own McCafé line for a reason—iced caramel macchiatos, hot mochas, and those surprisingly good bakery blueberry muffins.

Yet some customers think it’s fine to plop down with a giant Starbucks iced latte and a bag of donuts from another store.

Workers often have to awkwardly remind people that outside food isn’t allowed.

It’s not about being mean—it’s about supporting the restaurant you’re sitting in.

Complaining Loudly About the Cost of a McDouble

Yes, the days of a $1 McDouble are mostly gone. It stings and stinks. But loudly complaining to the cashier about inflation while they’re handing you your burger doesn’t help anyone.

Workers at McDonald’s aren’t setting the prices for your meal. They’re just there to serve the food, not dive into global economics. Ranting loudly just puts everyone in a bad mood.

If you’re upset about the price of a six-piece McNuggets, that’s understandable. Whisper it to your buddy, grumble into your Diet Coke, or don’t buy it. But for the love of McDonald’s, don’t make a public spectacle.

The cashier has heard it all before—and they’re not the person who can change it.

Camping at a Booth Without Buying Anything

You’ll see it: a booth in the corner, one guy stretched out with a laptop, nursing a single small black McCafé coffee for four straight hours.

Meanwhile, customers with trays full of Quarter Pounder meals and strawberry milkshakes are wandering around like musical chairs.

McDonald’s is great for a quick sit-down, but it’s not meant to be a personal office. If you’re going to hang out a while, at least keep ordering—a second coffee, an apple pie, even a soda.

During busy times especially, it’s just courteous to clear out after finishing your drink or meal.

McDonald’s isn’t charging its customers rent, but that doesn’t mean camping out all day there is cool.

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