Billionaires might be known for their lavish lifestyles but some still have a soft spot for fast food. Jeff Bezos, for instance, started out flipping burgers at McDonald’s, while Bill Gates and Warren Buffett, two of the world’s richest men, famously enjoy dining there. Gates once shared a memorable experience where his buddy Buffett treated him to lunch at McDonald’s in Hong Kong but didn’t exactly “pay” in the typical sense.
In a 2017 annual Gates Notes letter dedicated to Buffett, Gates wrote: “Remember the laugh we had when we traveled together to Hong Kong and decided to get lunch at McDonald’s? You offered to pay, dug into your pocket, and pulled out … coupons! It reminded us how much you value a good deal.”
Despite being some of the richest men on earth, Gates and Buffett appreciate the simple things in life. Buffett, known for his modest lifestyle, frequently visits McDonald’s, often opting for budget-friendly breakfast items like two sausage patties for $2.61 or a classic b...