The first McDonald's in Transcarpathia opened in Uzhhorod.

Today, April 12, the first McDonald's restaurant opened in Uzhhorod, Transcarpathia. The establishment can accommodate up to 166 visitors and is the first restaurant of this chain in the regional center. This news was reported by the media.

This restaurant became the first McDonald's in the region since the beginning of the Russian aggression. It will operate around the clock and is located in a separate building of about 400 m². The dining room can seat 64 people, while the terrace can seat 102.

The Director of Development of McDonald's in Ukraine, Vitaliy Stefurak, announced that since the beginning of 2025, the company has opened two restaurants and plans to expand the network by at least 7 establishments by the end of the year. Each new restaurant contributes to the development of the region and supports local communities by increasing tax revenues and creating new jobs. In Uzhhorod, the restaurant will provide jobs for over 80 people.

The opening of the restaurant in Uzhhorod was planned even before 2022, but the process was halted due to the start of Russian aggression and legal issues. Moreover, another McDonald's establishment is soon to open in Mukachevo.

In 2024, one of the largest McDonald's restaurants in Ukraine opened on Vokzalna Square in Kyiv, covering an area of 944 m². It has 193 seating places indoors and 88 on the terrace. It is also equipped with USB ports for charging smartphones.

Analysis:

The opening of the first McDonald's in Uzhhorod is an important event for the city and the region as a whole. It signifies economic development and the attractiveness of Transcarpathia for investors. The restaurant's opening will create new jobs for local residents and contribute to community development. It also confirms the popularity of the McDonald's chain among Ukrainian consumers and their desire to visit these restaurants.