The McRib was rumored to be brought back to life by McDonald’s in late September. In an Instagram post uploaded on September 26, user @snackolator teased the sandwich’s return. “I’m still confused how a Farewell Tour can be just a year, but I don’t think fans are going to care all that much,” the post read.
People seemingly agree with the caption, as McDonald’s fans flocked to the comments to celebrate the sandwich’s return. “Like Cher it’s back!!!! Thank the snack gods,” one fan commented. However, some shared their frustration with the fast food chain’s inability to resurrect its fan-favorite snack wrap, which is a tortilla-wrapped chicken fare.
The McRib has long been a limited-time menu item and has frequently returned to McDonald’s menu. Last year’s farewell tour for the sandwich was the fourth farewell tour in the chain’s history. McDonald’s previously held similar events in 2005, 2006, and 2007. The sandwich has regularly been brought back despite these farewell tours.