Canada Fast Food: Starbucks Chills Out While McDonald's & A&W Bring The Heat With New Items

So many yummy new options!

A McDonald's restaurant sigh. Right: A&W.

A McDonald's restaurant sigh. Right: A&W.

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Several fast food chains in Canada have released new items on their menus and we've rounded them all up in one spot for you to check out which treats you want to try out yourself.

Whether you're looking to try out a new beverage or sink your teeth into something tasty, here are some of the latest offerings from Starbucks, A&W and McDonald's.

McDonald's new Hot Honey McCrispy

If you like a little sweet and spicy combo, the new Hot Honey McCrispy and Bacon Hot Honey McCrispy might be right up your alley.

It's made with "tender, juicy 100% Canadian-raised seasoned chicken, sweet spicy hot honey sauce and mayo-style sauce" and topped with crunch jalapenos, lettuce (and bacon, if that's the option you pick) and served on a potato bun.

Price: $7.69 for the Hot Honey McCrispy, $8.79 for the Bacon Hot Honey McCrispy

A&W's new Spicy Dill Pickle Buddy Burger

If you're missing the Spicy Dill Pickle Mama Burger from A&W that was introduced last summer, you can now enjoy a Buddy-sized version of the treat.

"A perfectly seasoned 1.6 oz grass-fed beef patty topped with creamy, spicy dill pickle sauce, real cheddar cheese, a slice of onion and sliced pickles, on a freshly toasted bun," says A&W of the new offering.

The larger burger is also back, but it will only be around for a limited time.

Price: $3.99 for the Spicy Dill Pickle Buddy Burger, $5.99 for the Spicy Dill Pickle Mama Burger

Starbucks' new Iced Hazelnut Oat Shaken Espresso

If you're a fan of cold drinks in the winter, you'll want to check out the latest offering from Starbucks: the Iced Hazelnut Oat Shaken Espresso.

"Crafted with Starbucks Blonde Espresso, hazelnut syrup and smooth, creamy oat beverage, this plant-based delight eagerly joins the beloved Iced Shaken Espresso lineup, available year-round at Starbucks locations across Canada," says the coffee chain of the new offering.

Price: $6.65 for a grande Iced Hazelnut Oat Shaken Espresso

Which one will you be trying out?

These prices are confirmed at the time of publishing, but they can change at any time. Taxes and fees may not be included.

This article's cover image was used for illustrative purposes only.

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    Sarah Rohoman (she/her) was a Senior Writer with Narcity Media. She has worked at BuzzFeed Canada, Yahoo Canada, and CBC Radio in news, lifestyle, ecommerce, and social media. She has an MA in Journalism from Western University and a BA from McGill. She loves libraries, alpacas, and all things witchy.

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