Key Takeaways

McDonald’s will bring back the McRib for a limited time starting Oct. 27, but only in select regional markets.

Confirmed cities include Los Angeles, Chicago, Miami, Atlanta, Philadelphia, Dallas, Cleveland, Seattle and St. Louis, with availability listed in the McDonald’s app.

Fans have already reported early sightings across several states, while Columbus and Pittsburgh locations may begin serving the sandwich on Oct. 26.

McDonald's is on the verge of bringing back a popular menu item, but there's a catch. It won't be available everywhere, at least not yet.

The McRib sandwich is making an early return this year, but fans shouldn't expect to find the popular sandwich on McDonald's menus nationwide.

The fast-food chain told USA Today the limited-time sandwich will begin returning to select regional markets on Tuesday, Oct. 27. Confirmed cities include Los Angeles, Chicago, Miami, Atlanta, Philadelphia and Dallas.…