What’s better than the convenience of picking up everything on your shopping list at Walmart?

Well, grabbing lunch or dinner from the in-store McDonald’s, of course.

Unfortunately, this quick-serve dining experience may no longer be available at the Walmart near you.

McDonald’s restaurant

The reason for this decision is that drive-thru spots are simply more profitable in a post-coronavirus world.

That’s not to say that McDonald’s didn’t respond well to the changing conditions surrounding the virus.

Restaurants that do not offer a drive-thru are struggling.

McDonald’s drive-thru

McDonald’s is in good company, so to speak but not really.

According toABC News, Yelp data reveals 16,000 restaurants are permanently closed following coronavirus-related disruptions to their businesses.

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