Arcos Dorados – Ingles

We are passionate McDonald's operators in 21 countries and territories in Latin America and the Caribbean.

We provide the highest standards of quality, food safety and hygiene.

Committed to a prosperous and sustainable future

We work for the well-being of the planet and the communities of Latin America and the Caribbean, convinced that a better tomorrow is possible.

Passionate about quality and transparency

We offer quality ingredients and guarantee the highest standards of food safety and hygiene. With our “Open Doors” program, we invite everyone to visit our kitchens and learn about our passion for quality.

We believe in young talent

We value and support our team, offering them opportunities for training, coaching and professional development. We celebrate diversity, promoting inclusion and a fair and respectful work environment where everyone feels welcome and can reach their full potential.

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Regional

+120,000

jobs in the region

74%

local suppliers

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Argentina

+14,000

jobs in the region

95%

local suppliers

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Aruba

+100

jobs in the region

restaurants

Brazil

+37,000

jobs in the region

84%

local suppliers

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Uruguay

+3,000

jobs in the region

65%

local suppliers

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Chile

+12,000

jobs in the region

90%

local suppliers

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Colombia

+4,300

jobs in the region

70%

local suppliers

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Peru

+1,500

jobs in the region

58%

local suppliers

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Puerto Rico

+4,200

jobs in the region

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Costa Rica

+2,600

jobs in the region

53%

local suppliers

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Venezuela

+1,800

jobs in the region

90%

local suppliers

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Ecuador

+2,100

jobs in the region

85%

local suppliers

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Mexico

+14,000

jobs in the region

70%

local suppliers

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Panama

+2,400

jobs in the region

55%

local suppliers

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Curaçao

+240

jobs in the region

restaurants

Guadaloupe

+650

jobs in the region

restaurants

French Guiana

+200

jobs in the region

restaurants

Martinique

+670

jobs in the region

restaurants

Saint Thomas

+140

jobs in the region

restaurants

Saint-Martin

+110

jobs in the region

restaurants

Saint Croix

+100

jobs in the region

restaurants

Trinidad and Tobago

+150

jobs in the region

restaurants

Data updated as of December 2025.

GOAL 17

Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development

Our contribution: We believe in working together for sustainable development. We continually establish strategic alliances with suppliers, franchisees and NGOs to address the most impactful issues in our business and society, collaborating on solutions that support these goals.

GOAL 12

Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns

Our contribution: We source certified raw materials and implement processes to reduce our environmental impact. We promote circular solutions to extend the useful life of waste, encouraging recycling and subsequent reuse to benefit the environment and our communities.

GOAL 7

Ensure access to affordable, safe, sustainable and modern energy for all

Our contribution: We enhance energy efficiency in our restaurants through various initiatives such as the use of special glass, LED lighting and maximizing natural light. We also use energy-efficient air conditioners to insulate solar heat and work with suppliers to promote renewable energy and sustainable practices.

GOAL 6

Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all

Our contribution: In our restaurants, we take conserve water through different implementations, such as the use of flow reducers in kitchen and bathroom faucets. We also recover rainwater and condensation from air conditioners, reusing it for irrigation and cleaning.

GOAL 15

Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, combat desertification, halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss

Our contribution: We are the only company in the industry with a Deforestation-Free Beef Sourcing Policy. We continuously work with suppliers and partners to ensure responsibly sourced raw materials.

GOAL 14

Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development

Our contribution: We ensure our products come from certified sources, promoting environmentally friendly fishing practices.

GOAL 13

Take urgent action to combat climate change and its effects

Our contribution: As a market leader present in 20 countries in the region, we are aware of our environmental responsibility. We collaborate with suppliers to promote the use of renewable energy and sustainable practices throughout our supply chain.

GOAL 8

Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth; full and productive employment and decent work for all

Our contribution: We are one of the leading employers of young people in the region, offering extensive training, coaching and professional development programs. We actively promote inclusion and equal opportunities.

GOAL 4

Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all

Our contribution: We remain strongly committed to providing training opportunities for all everyone, including employees and young people in their final years of secondary school.

GOAL 3

Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages

Our contribution: We work to keep families with children receiving medical treatment together and close to specialists within the McDonald’s system. In addition, we are constantly evolving, providing changes in our menu offerings and alternatives to bring children to incorporate new habits into their daily lives.

AD 2025

We are passionate McDonald's operators in 21 countries and territories in Latin America and the Caribbean.

We provide the highest standards of quality, food safety and hygiene.

Committed to a prosperous and sustainable future

Passionate about quality and transparency

We believe in young talent​

Media Center

Digital Transformation

Financial Information

Franchises

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News

Click on the map for highlights of our positive impact by country

Regional

Argentina

Aruba

Brazil

Uruguay

Chile

Colombia

Peru

Puerto Rico

Costa Rica

Venezuela

Ecuador

Mexico

Panama

Curaçao

Guadaloupe

French Guiana

Martinique

Saint Thomas

Saint-Martin

Saint Croix

Trinidad and Tobago

We believe in young talent