McDonald’s Philippines is giving customers free extra rice with select Crispy Chicken Fillet meals on August 31, National Heroes Day.
The one-day offer is available at McDonald’s branches nationwide during regular operating hours from 10:30 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. Customers can avail of the promo through dine-in and take-out transactions at participating branches, as well as through selected deals on the McDonald’s App.
The promotion applies to Crispy Chicken Fillet, Crispy Chicken Fillet Ala King, and Golden Curry Fillet meals.
What meals are included in the McDonald’s free extra rice promo?
Customers purchasing eligible Crispy Chicken Fillet meals through the front counter can receive an additional serving of rice for free.
The participating meals include:
- Sulit-Busog Meal with Extra Rice
- Sulit-Busog Meal with Extra Ulam
- Crispy Chicken Fillet Meal with Drink, available with small, medium, or large drinks
- Crispy Chicken Fillet Meal with Fries and Drink, available with small, medium, or large drinks
The offer covers all three Crispy Chicken Fillet variants: the original Crispy Chicken Fillet, Crispy Chicken Fillet Ala King, and Golden Curry Fillet.
Can you get the free extra rice through the McDonald’s App?
Yes. Selected McDonald’s App deals are also included in the August 31 promotion.
These include:
- 2-pc. Crispy Chicken Fillet with Rice and Medium Coke McFloat
- 1-pc. Crispy Chicken Fillet Ala King with Regular Fries and Medium Coke McFloat
- 1-pc. Crispy Chicken Fillet Ala King with Extra Rice and Coke McFloat
The promotion is available for a limited time on August 31, so customers planning to use the app should check the available deals before placing their order.
When and where is the promo available?
The free extra rice offer is available nationwide on August 31, 2026, during regular store hours from 10:30 a.m. to 11:59 p.m.
Customers can use the offer through:
- Front counter dine-in transactions
- Front counter take-out transactions
- Selected McDonald’s App deals
The promotion is specifically tied to eligible Crispy Chicken Fillet meals.
Why is McDonald’s highlighting Crispy Chicken Fillet?
McDonald’s Philippines has offered its Crispy Chicken Fillet for more than two decades. The menu item has expanded beyond its original gravy pairing to include variants such as Ala King and Golden Curry Fillet.
The company is positioning the National Heroes Day promotion as a way to recognize Filipinos who work for themselves and their families.
For customers, the practical takeaway is simpler: August 31 is a chance to get an extra serving of rice at no additional cost when ordering eligible Crispy Chicken Fillet meals.
National Heroes Day 2026 falls on August 31
National Heroes Day is a Philippine national holiday observed annually on the last Monday of August. It honors the country's national heroes and recognizes the contributions of Filipinos who have helped shape the nation.
In 2026, National Heroes Day falls on Monday, August 31.
McDonald’s is marking the occasion with a food promotion focused on an everyday Filipino staple: rice.
