McDonald’s Corp. announced plans to invest approximately $6 billion to modernize more than 8,700 restaurants in the United States and the District of Columbia by 2020. The new features in these McDonald’s restaurants will include: Modern dining areas with globally and locally inspired decor, new furniture and refreshed exterior designs; Self-order kiosks; Remodeled counters to allow table service; Digital menu boards inside the restaurant and in the drive-thru; Curbside pick-up for mobile orders, An expansion of McCafe counters and larger display cases. The largest investment, of approximately $448 million, is expected to take place at 840 restaurants in Texas, followed by a $390 million investment in 550 restaurants in California. McDonald’s said it plans to modernize more than 360 locations in New York at a cost of approximately $320 million. – Source: Food Business News.