16 Solano County McDonald's Offer Free Vaccinations, Meal

BENICIA, CA — Benicia and residents of most Solano County cities who haven't been vaccinated can snag a free Big Mac and their first coronavirus vaccine dose at McDonald's, officials announced this week.

The fast-food giant partnered with the California Department of Public Health to offer free coronavirus vaccinations at more than 70 California locations, including 16 McDonald's stores in Solano County and 30 in Northern California.

Pop-up clinics opened Monday at select McDonald's restaurants where vaccines will be offered to employees, their family members and the general public for free, the chain said in a statement.

In Benicia, the Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson shots will be offered 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday, June 24, at the McDonald's at 2110 Columbus Parkway.

The vaccines are also being offered this week at several Solano County McDonald's, including in Vallejo, Fairfield, Vacaville, Rio Vista and Suisun City.

Those who receive a vaccine at a participating store will also get a coupon for one menu item "as a thank you for doing their part," McDonald's officials said.

No appointments or health insurance were required, and walk-ups will be welcomed at participating locations as long as supplies last.

Patch staffer Kat Schuster contributed to this report.