This is SO exciting for those of you that love McDonald's McRib sandwich....they just announced that the iconic meal will return to participating restaurants nationwide Nov 1. 2021. It will be available for a limited time. In case you are not familiar with it The McRib sandwich is a seasoned boneless pork, barbecue sauce, onions and pickles on a hoagie-style bun. It first came out in 1981 and was sold at a McDonald's in Kansas City.