Which US restaurant chains put pulled pork on the menu, when each launch ran, and who got there first.
MenuLaunches has tracked 2 pulled pork menu launches across 2 US restaurant chains between 2026 and 2026, peaking in 2026-10. The chains that use it most are McDonald's, Hardee's.
Ordered by announce date.
| # | Chain | Item | Announced |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hardee's | BBQ Pulled Pork Frisco | October 10, 2026 |
| 2 | McDonald's | McRib | October 23, 2026 |
A seasoned boneless pork patty shaped like a rack of ribs, slathered in barbecue sauce, and served with slivered onions and pickles on a toasted cornmeal-dusted roll. Available at select locations where operators choose to offer it.
A burger with a quarter pound of chargrilled Angus beef topped with slow-smoked pulled pork, American cheese, crispy onions, pickles, and Sweet Baby Ray's BBQ sauce between slices of Frisco bread.