McCafé is the McDonald's sub-brand created for its coffeehouse-style restaurant concept.
McCafé began in Melbourne, Australia, in 1993. The concept added café-style coffee service and presentation to McDonald's restaurants, allowing the company to compete in a growing coffee market while retaining the recognition of its main brand.
The name follows McDonald's long-established “Mc” naming pattern, but McCafé also signals a different consumption occasion. Instead of focusing primarily on burgers and fries, it emphasizes espresso-based drinks, brewed coffee, pastries, and café seating or presentation where local restaurants support it.
McCafé is not the name of a single coffee drink. It is a branded concept and product range that has been adapted across countries. Menus and restaurant formats vary internationally, but the sub-brand remains linked to McDonald's coffee offering.