We’re sharing the best cheap eats of the week! Don’t miss these food deals!
Have you been wondering, “Where are the best cheap eats near me?” We compiled a list of our favorite restaurants and cheap fast-food deals for this coming week. Plus, head over here for fast food meals for $5 or less!
Here are a few of our favorite current & upcoming cheap eats and food deals:
Be sure to check your inbox for an email from Nothing Bundt Cakes with a unique promo code for Buy 1, Get 1 Free Bundtlets – valid in-store and online through October 4th!
This email will come from”mail@e.nothingbundtcakes.com” with the subject line “REDEEM: Double Your Bundtlets NOW!“. Note that not everyone will have this coupon, and it’s only valid at select locations.
*Pricing will vary by location.
KFC: FREE Bucket of Chicken w/ $15 purchase
Through October 11th, dash over to KFC where you can snag a FREE Bucket of Chicken with a $15 purchase when you use promo code KFSPEED at checkout – limit 1.
You can choose from an 8-piece dark meat chicken on the bone, 8-piece tenders, 10-piece wings, or 24-piece nuggets!
Buy 12-Piece Double Crispy Hot Wings $15.49
Buy KFC 8-Piece Chicken Bucket $21.99
Total = $37.48
Use promo code KFSPEED
Final cost $15.49 total!
Subway: Meal of the Day Starts Under $5
You can grab a 6-inch sandwich from Subway’s Sub of the Day Menu for only $4.99 or upgrade to a Footlong for just $3 more! Make it a meal with a 6-inch sub, small drink, and your choice of chips or 2 cookies starting at only $6.99.
Or grab a Subway Protein Pocket with more than 20 grams of protein for just $3.99.
Subway Sub of the Day Menu:
No promo code needed. Valid at participating locations only.
Grubhub: Rare $20 Off $30 Grubhub Promo Code for Prime Members
Through October 5th, Grubhub is offering Prime Members $20 off an order of $30+ when you use the promo code DEALS20 at checkout to celebrate Amazon’s upcoming Prime Big Deal Days Event!
Even better, this rare discount code can be used on delivery or pickup orders!
Plus, through October 15th, Prime members can also save $10 on their first $20+ order with promo code FIRSTORDER at checkout.
Amazon Prime members get FREE Grubhub+ (a $120 value)? Link your accounts to score $0 delivery fees, lower service fees, 5% back on pickup orders, and exclusive rewards!
Applebee’s: FREE Boneless Wings w/ $15 Purchase
Football fans, score FREE wings all season long! Club Applebee’s members (free to join) can sign up for the FREE NFL Season Wing Ticket and score six FREE Boneless Wings every week with a qualifying $15 online purchase.
Wendy’s: Cinnabon Pull-Apart Only 99¢ w/ ANY Purchase on 10/4!
Calling all cinnamon roll lovers! On Sunday, October 4th only, Wendy’s Rewards members can score a Cinnabon Pull-Apart for just 99¢ with any purchase when you redeem the digital offer in the Wendy’s app! Note that this offer is valid for one-time use per account at participating U.S. Wendy’s locations.
The Wendy’s Cinnabon Pull-Apart takes the best part of a cinnamon roll (the warm, ooey-gooey center!) and turns it into bite-sized pieces topped with Cinnabon cream cheese frosting.
Love Wendy’s Boo Books? You’re in luck! These popular coupon books have returned and are available in participating restaurants, the Wendy’s app, and online for a limited time!
Each Boo Book is JUST $1 and contains coupons for FIVE free Jr. Frosty treats, and a sixth bonus coupon for a $1.99 Wendy’s Kids Meal with any purchase! The coupons are redeemable through December 31st, 2026.
Olive Garden: Never-Ending Pasta Bowl is Back (+ Unlimited Breadsticks & Salad!)
Olive Garden’s Never-Ending Pasta Bowl is officially back!
For a limited time, you can indulge in bottomless combinations of your favorite pastas, signature sauces, and toppings starting at just $14.99 – complete with endless soup or salad and warm, freshly baked breadsticks!
What is the Never-Ending Pasta Bowl?
The Never-Ending Pasta Bowl is one of Olive Garden’s most popular promotions! You get unlimited pasta, plus unlimited soup or salad, and endless, freshly baked breadsticks – starting at just $14.99! What’s your favorite combination?
To find an Olive Garden near you, use their location search.
AND they are offering 10 Lunch-Sized Favorite Meals for as low as $9.99!
Note that lunch Items are available Mon-Fri until 3PM, and may vary by location.
McDonald’s: $2 Breakfast Sandwich & McChicken Meal Deal for $5
For a limited time, head to McDonald’s where you can score a $2 McDonald’s Breakfast Sandwich when you use the coupon found in the app!
Just be sure to select this coupon from the pop-up or under the “Rewards & Deals” section within the app, and add your sandwich to your cart through the coupon.
You can choose from the following sandwiches:
Note that this coupon has a limit of 1 use per person per week and cannot be combined with any other offers. Pricing may vary by location.
McDonald’s is also currently offering a McChicken Meal Deal for just $5! Note that the price and availability may vary by location.
You can find this offer under the Meal Deals & Under $3 tab on their lunch or dinner menu if ordering online or in the app, and it includes:
Plus, you can opt for a McDouble instead of the McChicken Sandwich for just $1 more!
Pizza Hut: Triple Treat Box for $21.99
Football season is here, and Pizza Hut is getting in the game with their new Gameday campaign!
The new Triple Treat Box GameDay Edition starts at just $21.99 and comes loaded with two pizzas, breadsticks, and cinnamon sticks. Plus, you can add a 2-liter Pepsi for only $2 more!
Looking for another way to save? Score a large 3-topping pizza for just $10 with the Big Hut Deal. Plus, select pizzas will arrive in fun Flick Football boxes with cutout field goal posts while supplies last!
Hip Tip: Having trouble placing your order? Try switching between the Pizza Hut website and app; one might work better than the other! Also note that you need to sign in/create an account, click on ‘Get Started’, and enter your location to see this offer.
Check out these other HOT Pizza Hut offers:
*Note that offers & pricing will vary by location. See more offers valid at your local location when you enter your zip code!
Did you know that Texas Roadhouse has an Early Dine menu featuring $12.99 meal deals?! This special price is available from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm Monday through Thursday, and until 2:00 pm Friday through Sunday.
For just $12.99, you’ll get your choice of 11 entrees, two sides, and the chain’s famous freshly baked bread.
This deal would make a satisfying weekend lunch or a perfect early dinner on busy weeknights! Note that the Early Dine menu is available for dine-in only, and not valid on holidays or with other offers.
IHOP: $6 Value Meals
Looking for a cheap lunch or dinner? Head over to IHOP where you can score select value meals for JUST $6 at participating locations!
These deals are available every day, at any time! Note that in some locations, the meals are $7.
You can choose from a BLT, Breakfast Faves Combo, Ham & Cheese Omelette, French Toast Breakfast, or a House Scramble!
For a limited time, head to Outback Steakhouse where you can enjoy a 3-course meal starting at just $14.99!
You’ll get your choice of soup or salad, a select entrée with a classic side, and finish it all off with a slice of New York-style cheesecake!
Note that this offer is valid for dine-in only, and prices may vary by location.
Denny’s: Under $10 Budget Friendly Meal Deals
Head over to Denny’s for a new selection of meal deals for under $10, available all day, every day!
Check out these slammin’ new budget-friendly meals…
Date night just got budget-friendly! For a limited time, Buffalo Wild Wings is offering their Pick 6 Meal for Two for only $19.99! You’ll get 2 entrees, two sides, and 2 drinks! *Note that the price may vary by location.
Chili’s: Chili’s Party Platter Triple Dipper for $57.99 (Feeds 8)
Planning a party, game-day get-together, or family movie night? Head over to Chili’s where you can order its popular Triple Dipper in a party size that serves up to eight people for $57.99! Note that the price may vary by location.
You can build your platter with your choice of three favorite appetizers like Big Mouth Bites, Boneless Wings, Chicken Crispers, Fried Mozzarella, or Southwestern Eggrolls. You can even double up or triple up if you prefer. Some appetizer choices or customizations may cost extra, depending on your location.
Plus, you can still save big by ordering off their 3 for Me Menu! Plus, they have added the Big Crispy and the new Spicy Big Crispy Chicken Sandwich to the lineup! And as always, an appetizer and a drink are included too, starting at just $10.99!
For a limited time, head to Giftory.com where you can score select restaurant eGift Card for just $43 when you use our exclusive promo codes at checkout!
Plus, grab the following $50 gift cards for $44 or less with these promo codes:
Hip Tip: After you make the purchase, you will receive an email containing your Giftory voucher. Follow the directions to redeem your Giftory voucher, and you’ll then be issued a Texas Roadhouse gift card via email, which you can use at over 680 locations nationwide for dine-in or pickup.
Gifting to someone? Select “This is a gift for someone else” from the cart page, and then select “e-voucher gift” – which can be emailed to your recipient instantly or at a specific date/time.
For a limited time, head over to Edible Arrangements where you can score a coupon for a FREE chocolate-dipped fruit cone ($9.99 value) when you join their email list – no purchase required!
Just head to the sign-up link and enter your info. Once the offer email arrives, take it to your local Edible Arrangements store to redeem your code and grab your free treat. Choose from fresh chocolate-dipped strawberries, apples, or bananas.
Note that this offer is valid in-store only and expires 1 month after the date you receive it. If the “submit” button is greyed out for you, try from another browser or device.
Panera: Save with $4.99 Mix & Match Menu
Craving comfort food? Panera’s Mix & Match menu lets you choose from 10 popular soups, salads, and sandwiches for just $4.99 each. Mix, match, and enjoy a meal that truly fills you up.
Red Robin: Under $10 Value Meals w/ Bottomless Drink & Side
For a limited time, Red Robin is also serving up the Big Yummm Burger Deal for just $9.99. This meal deal includes a Red’s Double Tavern Burger, choice of bottomless side AND bottomless beverage – it’s available for dine-in all day, every day at participating restaurants. You can also score it to-go, but you can’t get a bottomless drink or side, just the one serving.
Note that these meals will be available for dine-in only at participating locations.
Note – For an extra price, you can upgrade to options like bottomless Specialty Lemonades, Chocolate, Vanilla, or Strawberry Milkshakes, bottomless Root Beer Floats, premium sides like Garlic Parmesan Fries and Sweet Potato Fries, and burger add-ons.
If you’re looking for the best cheap fast food deals, look no further than the Sam’s Club food court. You can get a ton of tasty food items at Sam’s Club for under $5, including their popular pizza and drink combo. It costs just $2.50, and you’ll receive a 16″ slice of pizza and a soft drink!
For a limited time, select members can score a FREE Hot Dog Combo by opening the app and answering four trivia questions, and no need to get them all right! 🌭🥤
The freebie will be added to your Sam’s membership within 1–3 weeks and will apply automatically at checkout or with Scan & Go. It includes a Member’s Mark ¼-lb hot dog and a 30oz soda, and you’ll have 60 days to redeem once it’s loaded.
Costco members can find cheap eats and food deals at the Costco food court. They have affordable AND delicious food options for under $5. One of our favorites is the hot dog and drink combo. It costs just $1.50, and the price hasn’t changed since 1984!
Another of our favorite fast food deals is also from the Costco food court. Costco’s famous Chicken Bake costs $3.99 as it’s made with fresh ingredients like chicken breast, cheese, bacon, and Caesar dressing wrapped up in leftover pizza dough. That’s one of the good food deals you can get right now!
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