Update: Just a quick update to let everyone know that today, November 2, 2017, McDonald’s officially announced the return of the McRib sandwich at participating locations. McRib fans will want to mark Tuesday, November 7, 2017, on their calendars, because that’s when select McDonald’s locations will be bringing back its fan-favorite McRib sandwich.

Just be aware that the McRib will only be available at select locations. As McDonald’s explains it, availability is actually based on local fan demand. That being said, if you want to see the McRib offered at your local McDonald’s, I would suggest running some sort of McRib campaign on a social media platform like Facebook, etc.

There's a lot of mystery around why the McRib comes and goes, but to be honest it's a local option based on consumer demand. — McDonald's (@McDonalds) October 23, 2017

From what I understand, the McRib will be a certainty at most McDonald’s locations in Florida, California and Hawaii (many more). I would suggest checking with your local restaurant for McRib availability on November 7, 2017. You can also check out the McRib Locator website for McRib sightings in the wild.

The sandwich dates back 35 years ago and was inspired by McDonald’s first executive chef – it first appeared on the menu in Kansas City, Kansas.

Southern California Locations Welcome The McRib On November 2

Fans in Southern California will be able to enjoy the McRib beginning November 2, 1017.

No need to call dibs. #McRib is BACK November 2nd! pic.twitter.com/GjtjPqg4ff — McDonald's SoCal (@McDonalds_SoCal) October 30, 2017

The McRib sandwich features a pork shoulder patty, barbecue sauce, pickles, and onion on a special roll.

Image – McDonald’s