COLUMBUS, Ohio -- McDonald’s is getting a facelift.
The fast food company announced Tuesday a $251 million investment on “construction and modernization” of nearly 400 McDonald’s locations in Ohio now through 2019.
These changes come with the goal of “transforming the customer experience inside and outside the restaurant.”
Here is what you can expect from the renovated restaurants, according to the company:
- Modernized dining rooms with globally and locally inspired décor, new furniture and refreshed exterior designs.
- Enhanced customer experience with digital self-order kiosks that make ordering and paying for a meal easier. Kiosks empower guests to browse the menu, find options and tailor their meal just the way they want.
- Remodeled counters allow for table service that offers guests the opportunity to relax while their food is being made.
- Bright and easy-to-read digital menu boards inside and at the drive-thru.
- New designated parking spots for curbside pick-up through Mobile Order & Pay.
- Expanded McCafé counters and larger display cases.
In total, McDonald’s and franchisees are investing $6 billion to modernize most U.S. restaurants by 2020, including most restaurants in Ohio.
Meanwhile, McDonald’s has also introduced McDelivery with Uber Eats at more than 5,000 U.S. restaurants.
“We’re working to build a better McDonald’s across the state of Ohio, and we’re proud of the investment that we’re making in our neighborhoods long-term,” said Jeff Newman, who owns and operates several McDonald’s restaurants in central Ohio. “Our modernization not only brings a new, convenient, comfortable experience for our customers, but it also supports local architecture, engineering and construction jobs across our state.”