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Numerous customers reported long wait times, incorrect orders, and rude staff, leading to a frustrating experience.
Cleanliness
The restaurant was frequently described as dirty, with unclean tables and overflowing trash, contributing to a negative atmosphere.
Food Quality
Many reviews mentioned cold, old, or improperly prepared food, with several customers expressing disappointment in the quality.
Staffing Problems
Several customers noted that the location appeared to be understaffed, which contributed to slow service and order errors.
Management Concerns
Customers expressed dissatisfaction with management's handling of issues, including lack of accountability and poor training of staff.
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sharon conway
Nov 11, 2025
1.0
Stopped on Sunday Nov. 9th the drive thru was a disaster some cars getting food at the very last window some at the 2nd window. when i get to the second window no one there so I move up. then the employee is hanging from the 2nd window with our food looking for me she runs up gives me the bag and i explain why I'm here and she looks at me like I'M crazy. Get down the road and no fries I turn around and go inside to get the fries and the woman at the register taking orders is literally nodding and is so dirty that her grey sweatshirt which was not a McDonalds sweatshirt is so dirty it's black!!! I tell her I didn't get my fries and she has no idea what that means?? the manager shows up and looks at my receipt and says you didn't order fries I tell him I did and I'm not sure why the receipt doesn't reflect that, he gives me the fries and i ask him why he is allowing his staff to work dirty? he just looks at me. Needless to say that will be the last time I stop there. I drive through Waterloo all the time I won't give them another dime. also I would give zero stars if I could!!
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C S
Nov 10, 2025
1.0
I will not go back. Our order took almost 30 minutes and we were not the only ones. I counted 6 other people that either had been waiting as long as us or didn't get their order right. There looked to be at least 7 people in the back. And about 3 that was going in and out.
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Graig Evans
Nov 3, 2025
1.0
The last time I was here about 2 years ago the food was awful. Today I wanted tea and fries, I thought , they can't screw that up, so I stopped. Nobody inside, two cars in the drive thru. I looked at my watch when I walked in, while I was waiting 2 employees looked at me a few times. 6 minutes, 7 minutes, at 14 minutes I had enough. I don't know why anyone patronizes this place. I won't go back.
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YGR Feroce
Oct 27, 2025
1.0
First to start when we began ordering our food I noticed another customer waiting at the front desk and managers and others looking and ignoring him .. it wasn’t until he had to say something that something changed. The atmosphere was trashed chairs pulled out food on tables , trash on the floor. A manager straight looked at me and ignored me and again wasn’t until I had to say something … from working fast food … I know that the customer is the first priority.. service was just terrible .. the rude looks to just staring as if were an inconvenience. Not returning. Worst McDonalds … and a lot of talking about nothing work related while customers were wating .. definitely not returning
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Emilie Land
Oct 23, 2025
1.0
Just had the worst experience I’ve ever had with this McDonald’s drive thru. From getting in line to order to getting our food (two simple meals and a happy meal), it took at least 35 minutes! We got stuck on the inner lane to order so it took about 10 minutes to get an order in. Then after paying, they made us pull off into a curbside spot. There was already one car in this bank of spots waiting for their order and maybe two in the drive thru spots. We had to wait for over 25 minutes for our food! All of the other cars around us in the pull off spots got theirs and others pulled in after us and still got their food well before us. When I asked the girl bringing out food what was going on, she said they were short -staffed. I can understand that but why were people well after us in line getting their food ahead of us as well as those currently moving through the drive thru line getting their food before us? When we finally got our food, there no apology—she didn’t even say anything. It wasn’t until we drove away that we realized that they forgot to give us the milk for our son’s Happy Meal. Service had gotten so bad there, it’s not even funny. Won’t be returning for a very long time.
What are the operating hours for McDonald's at 176 Marketplace Drive in Waterloo, IL?
McDonald's at 176 Marketplace Drive, Waterloo, IL is open daily from 5:30 AM to 11:00 PM, with extended hours until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.
Does this McDonald's location offer drive-thru service?
Yes, this McDonald's location has a drive-thru that operates daily from 5:30 AM to 11:00 PM.
Can I get delivery from this McDonald's? If so, what are the delivery hours?
Yes, delivery is available daily from 5:30 AM to 11:00 PM, with extended hours until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays. You can order online at their delivery website.
What ordering options are available at this McDonald's?
You can order via the McDonald's App on iOS or Android, use mobile ordering, curbside pickup, drive-thru, or delivery through their website.
What payment methods does this McDonald's accept?
They accept American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa, Apple Pay, Android Pay, and cash.
Is free WiFi available at this McDonald's location?
Yes, free WiFi is available for customers.
Which nearby coffee shops can I visit before or after dining at McDonald's?
Scooter's Coffee is a nearby coffee shop where you can enjoy a variety of coffee and cafe items along with your visit to McDonald's.
Are there other fast food options near McDonald's at 176 Marketplace Drive?
Yes, nearby fast food options include Subway, Dairy Queen Grill and Chill, Papa John's Pizza, and another McDonald's location.
Where can I find automotive services near McDonald's?
Cleancar Express Car Wash and Hucks gas station are close by, offering car wash and fuel services respectively.
What nearby retail and service places could be convenient after visiting McDonald's?
You can visit Reiniger Jewelers for gifts, T-Mobile and Waterloo-MagentaMania for mobile phone needs, or stop by Schnucks Florist & Gifts for floral arrangements.