How long does it take to eat in MC?
                                
                                
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                                According to a 2019 Quora post referencing QSR Magazine, the average McDonald’s drive-thru wait time was 284 seconds, or over 4.5 minutes per customer. However, the total time it takes to eat in MC—from ordering to your final bite—depends on a wide array of factors, including restaurant location, order complexity, and your own eating habits.