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1979 
Hello, Singapore
The first McDonald's in Singapore opens at Liat Towers on Orchard Road, setting a world record for the most hamburgers served in a day and introducing a whole new food culture. The record is broken by the opening of McDonald's in Beijing, China, in the 1990s.
Boy Scouts form a guard of honour at the grand opening of Singapore's first McDonald's at Liat Towers on 20 October,
. Note the use of "hamburger restaurant" in the sign, as many Singaporeans had not heard of McDonald's.
Cool Comforts
People's Park Complex represents the start of Singaporeans' love affair with modern malls. The first air-conditioned, multi-development complex, it also houses McDonald's first restaurant in a shopping mall.
1980
10,000 Big Macs sold
Schoolboy Lim Chang Teck buys the one millionth hamburger sold since the opening of McDonald's in Singapore. He receives a commemorative "gold" Big Mac and a year's supply of the burger (52 coupons).
Happy Birthday!
Our iconic birthday parties were first launched in Singapore in 1980. Decades later, the magic of McDonald’s birthday parties continues to fascinate kids (and adults)!
1981
Frequent Fries
On Aug 29, McDonald's opens at Changi Airport, which replaces Paya Lebar Airport as Singapore's new international airport.
1982
Meals on Wheels
The first McDonald's Drive-Thru opens at East Coast Park, serving thousands daily. Smaller wheels work, too — in 2003, the outlet introduces the first McDonald’s Skate-Thru service. This innovative concept is also the first in the history of McDonald’s worldwide.
More Hands on Deck
McDonald's starts recruiting mature workers and housewives to cover the shifts of younger crew during school examination periods. To ensure that ‘uncles and aunties’ integrate well into the system, McDonald’s adjusts its work environment to include use of graphics, simplified training programmes and bilingual training aids.
1989
Giving Back
Ronald McDonald Children's Charities (since renamed as Ronald McDonald House Charities) is set up to support the well-being of sick children in Singapore. To date, it has helped more than 1,000 needy children here with their medical, surgical and rehabilitative treatment costs, amounting to over S$5 million in grants.
1991
Family Fun
McDonald’s is one of the first restaurants in Singapore to include a playground on its premises allowing families to create fun memories together! The first Ronald McDonald Playplace opened at Redhill. Many families also fondly remember the Playplace at the old McDonald's East Coast Park restaurant.
1992
A Day in Singapore
Singapore's most famous granny appears in a McDonald's ad — the first to feature all four official languages in one ad.
Healthy Habits
McDonald's introduces nutritional information on its menus as Singaporeans become more health-conscious. Today, its Eat Light menu makes it easier for customers to pick a light meal that’s under 500 calories.
Going Halal
McDonald's goes halal to reach out to the Muslim community.
1993
How kiasu are you?
More than a fear of losing out, kiasuism is almost a survival instinct. In an ode to this competitive streak and local cartoon icon Mr Kiasu, McDonald's launches the Kiasu Burger, along with four collectible action figurines.
1994
Out-of-town Experience
Kampung Burger — a chicken burger with a pineapple ring and tangy salsa — takes Singapore by storm.
1995
Keep Calm and Curry On
Chicken McNuggets get dressed in curry sauce — a dip that can be found only at McDonald’s in Singapore.
1998
We do fried chicken better
Chicken McCrispy launches in Singapore — its first foray in bone-in chicken with a flash-fried and steam-marinate cooking method.
1999
Spicing Things Up
McSpicy makes its debut in Singapore and has since become an iconic favourite for chilli-lovers.
2000
Feline Frenzy
First Hello Kitty plush collectibles featuring Hello Kitty and her companion Dear Daniel in various ethnic wedding costumes get Singaporeans wildly excited with lines forming as early as the night before. In total, 2.8 million toys are sold during this period.
2002
Breakfast for Champions
Chicken SingaPorridge sets a local tone for the day with a wholesome, heart-warming breakfast.
2005
Huat ah!
Prosperity Burger is introduced in Singapore. Combined with curly fries, it quickly becomes the meal to look forward to every Chinese New Year.
McDonald's becomes the first quick-service restaurant to launch a 24-hour delivery service.
Launches Happy Meal Choices with wholesome bites, so that parents can mix and match a three-piece meal for their kids. New options include corn cup, apple slices, iced Milo and low-fat, high-calcium milk.
2013
National Breakfast Day
On 18 March 2013, to mark National Breakfast Day in Singapore, 100,000 Egg McMuffins are given out free to spread the good word about breakfast.
McDonald's sets up its first training cafe for Institute of Technical Education students to give them more hands-on work experience.
Sea, Sand, Sundae
McDonald's at East Coast Park reopens at Marine Cove. The new flagship restaurant is one of the first with self-ordering kiosks. Aside from the regular menu, it also offers a salad bar, a special McCafe dessert spread, as well as interactive play for children.
In conjunction with SG50, McDonald's launches commemorative Hello Kitty plush collectibles, which include Samsui Woman, Trishaw Uncle and Durian-lover kitty.
Launched ahead of National Day, the Nasi Lemak Burger pays homage to traditional local fare, in conjunction with the Singapore Food Festival 2017. All 750,000 burgers sell out in 10 days.
2019
We Turn 40!
We celebrate 40 years of creating memories with you in Singapore. Our 40th anniversary ‘Come Home’ video celebrates the moments of growing together with our community and how McDonald’s has become ‘home’ to many.
2020
Regardless of Race, Language, Religion
Today, McDonald’s hires people from all background, giving them training and career opportunities.
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