Best Cheap Eats This Week | McDonald’s, Subway, Tropical Smoothie Cafe, & More
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!
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Here are a few of our favorite current & upcoming cheap eats and food deals:
McDonalds: Burgers Just 67¢ Every Wednesday & Sunday
Through April 30th, McDonald’s is offering up 67¢ Hamburgers or Cheeseburgers every Sunday & Wednesday, and 99¢ 6-Piece Chicken McNuggets on Mondays!
Note that these offers are available exclusively in the app at participating McDonald’s locations and have a limit of 1 use per account.
Grab this deal on Sundays & Wednesdays…
McDonald’s Hamburger or Cheeseburger $2.29
Use $0.67 Hamburgers or Cheeseburgers offer
Final cost 67¢!
& this deal on Mondays…
McDonald’s 6-Piece Chicken McNuggets $3.79
Use $0.99 6-Piece Chicken McNuggets offer
Final cost 99¢!
Subway: Score a Subway Footlong Meatball Sub for Just $4.99 on 3/9
Subway is celebrating National Meatball Day with a one-day-only offer! On March 9th only, head to a participating Subway location and order the 6″ Meatball Sub as the Sub of the Day or Meal of the Day, then ask to upgrade it to a footlong for FREE when ordering in-store.
Order a 6″ Subway Meatball Sub of the Day $4.99
Ask for a free upgrade to a Footlong Meatball Sub (reg. $8.29)
Final cost for a Footlong Meatball Sub Only $4.99!
Order a 6″ Subway Meatball Sub Meal of the Day w/ Drink and Chips or Cookies $6.99
Ask for a free upgrade to a Footlong Meatball Sub (reg. $9.99)
Final cost for a Footlong Meatball Sub Meal Only $6.99!
Plus, through March 31st, head over to Subway where Sub Club members (free to join) can score ANY Footlong Sub for only $6.99 at participating restaurants when you use the promo code 699FL at checkout! It even works on pricier subs like the Five-Meat Italian (formerly known as “The Beast”) and Subway’s Breakfast Subs!
Subway Footlong Sub $8.99+
Use promo code 699FL
Final cost $6.99!
*Note that pricing may vary by location.
*Check out more Subway promo codes here. Select codes require a Sub Club membership (free to join). Unless otherwise noted, all codes listed above expire on March 8th.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe: FREE Tropical Smoothie w/ Bowl or Food Purchase
From March 9th to March 15th, Tropical Smoothie Cafe will be offering Tropic Rewards Members (free to join) a FREE 24oz Smoothie with the purchase of a Tropic bowl or food purchase!
This offer excludes sides, sweets, and kids’ food items, and you will need to redeem the reward on the Tropical Smoothie app or online Tropic Rewards account.
Domino’s: Any Pizza Only $9.99 (Up to 7 Toppings)
Through April 6th, Domino’s is offering ANY pizza with up to 7 toppings for just $9.99! Note that this offer is available online only and excludes XL and specialty pizzas; parmesan-stuffed crust will be extra.
Note that prices and participation may vary by location, and this deal only applies to carryout orders.
Panera: Save with $4.99 Mix & Match Menu + $5/ Month Sip Club Trial
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.
Buy Toasted Italiano Half Sandwich $7.69
Buy Fuji Apple Chicken Salad $6.79
Total = $14.48
Less $4.99 each when you buy 2+
Final cost $9.98 total – just $4.99 each!
Through March 31st, NEW Panera Bread Sip Club members can score their first 3 months for just $5/month (regularly $14.99/month)! This sippable subscription lets you enjoy any size or flavor of hot or iced coffee, tea, or fountain soda for FREE 😱—every two hours, every day. Dining in? You’ll also get unlimited refills, so the cup truly never runs dry.
*Note that charges for select add-ons do apply, but Milk, Skim Milk, Almond Milk, Half & Half, and Sweeteners are included!
Hip Tip: You can cancel anytime! If you don’t cancel before your renewal date, your stored payment method will be charged $14.99/month plus tax. Cancel easily online or via the Panera Bread app.
Sonic: Try the NEW All-American Smasher Meal for only $6!
And that’s not the only tasty deal on the menu! You can score their new All-American Smasher Meal for only $6! Build your perfect trio with a juicy burger, a side, and a drink, all for just six bucks. Now that’s a drive-in deal worth cruising for.
Looking for more Sonic specials?
Check the “deals” section in the Sonic app for more offers, like Half-Price Cheeseburgers after 5PM, Unlimited Half-Price Drinks, & more! Plus, browse their $1.99 menu for even more cheap eats!
Pizza Hut: $10 Any Large Pizza w/ Up to 5 Toppings
Swing by Pizza Hut where you can grab yourself (and your friends!) any Large Pizza with up to 5 toppings for only $10 when you opt for carryout!
Plus, through March 23rd at participating locations, Hut Rewards members (free to join) will snag a FREE Large 1-Topping Pizza on their next app order of $7.99 or more! Note that the free large pizza coupon will arrive in your Pizza Hut mobile app inbox within 48 hours after your purchase.
Note that the coupon expires 15 days after it is issued.
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 put in your location to see this offer.
Texas Roadhouse: $50 eGift Card Only $43
For a limited time, head to Giftory.com where you can score a $50 Texas Roadhouse eGift Card for just $43 when you use our exclusive promo code TXRH43 at checkout!
$50 Texas Roadhouse eGift Card $47.50 (reg. $50)
Use promo code TXRH43
Final cost $43!
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.
Also, be sure to join the Texas Roadhouse VIP Club (free to join) to receive exclusive coupons and deals like free appetizers and a birthday surprise!
Papa Murphy’s: $9.99 Large Papa’s Picks Pizzas
Head to PapaMurphys.com to score $9.99 Large Papa’s Picks pizzas! Choose from Double Shredded Pepperoni or 4-Cheese, available on Large Thin or Original Crust, all for just $9.99 each. Feeding a bigger crew? Upgrade to a Family Size for only $3 more and dinner is handled.🍕✨
Chili’s: Drink, App, AND Entree for Only $10.99
Head to Chili’s where you can save over $12 just by ordering off the 3 for Me Menu.
Not only have they expanded their entree options, but you get an appetizer and a drink too, starting at just $10.99!
Want to turn up the luxe on your lunch break? Head to Taco Bell where they have added TEN new Luxe Menu items, just $3 each, available for a limited time!
Plus, Rewards members can check the app for rewards, experiences, and more on these items!
Denny’s: Slammin’ Meal Deals Start at Just $5.99
Head over to Denny’s for a new selection of meal deals starting at just $5.99 and available all day, every day!
Check out these slammin’ new budget-friendly meals…
- 2-Egg Breakfast Slam
- Breakfast Quesadilla
- Two Meat Scrambler
- Fish Sandwich with Fries
- Grand Slam Burrito
Wendy’s: $4, $6, and $8 Biggie Value Meals
For a limited time, Wendy’s is offering new $4, $6, and $8 Biggie Value Meals featuring your favorite menu items in delicious combinations!
Grab your Biggie deal…
- $4 Biggie Bites – Choose a Crispy Chicken Sandwich, Jr. Cheeseburger, Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger, 4-Piece Nuggets, or Jr. Fry AND your choice of a 4-Piece Nuggets, Jr. Fry, or Small Soft Drink.
- $6 Biggie Bag – Choose a Crispy Chicken Sandwich, Jr. Cheeseburger, Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger, or Double Stack, AND get a 4-Piece Nuggets, Jr. Fry, AND a Small Soft Drink.
- $8 Biggie Bundle – Choose TWO Crispy Chicken Sandwiches, Jr. Cheeseburgers, Jr. Bacon Cheeseburgers, or Double Stack AND get a Jr. Fry, and Small Soft Drink.
The fan-favorite Digital Frosty Key Tags are back at Wendy’s for just $3! 🙌 You can grab a digital tag or pick up a physical one in-restaurant if you’re stopping by your local Wendy’s.
With a Frosty Key Tag, you’ll score a FREE Jr. Frosty with any purchase every single day, all the way through December 31, 2026. That’s a whole lot of frosty goodness for pocket change!
The digital key tag will show as a mobile offer in your myWendy’s account. When ordering in-app or online, apply your Key Tag as a mobile offer, or you can scan via your Wendy’s Rewards card in-restaurant or through the drive-thru.
Little Caesars: Detroit-Style Slices-N-Stix Only $4.99
For a limited time, head to Little Caesars to score a NEW Detroit-Style Slices & Stix single-serve meal for just $4.99 – no promo code needed!
You get two slices of their iconic deep dish Detroit-style pepperoni or cheese pizza and four pieces of cheesy bread + crazy sauce, for the perfect lunch!
Arby’s: $7.99 Meat & 3 Meal Deal
For a limited time, head to your local Arby’s where you can score a Meat & 3 Meal for only $7.99! Note that pricing and participation may vary by location.
This meal includes…
- Crispy Chicken Sandwich or Classic Roast Beef
- Small Curly or Crinkle Fries
- 2 Mozzarella Sticks
- Small Drink
- Peach Cobbler Roll
Hip Tip: If you sign up for Arby’s texts, you also score an additional reward for a free sandwich with a $10 purchase.
Red Robin: NEW Value Menu
Red Robin is now offering a new Big YUMMM Deals Value Menu with crave-worthy meal options starting at just $9.99! And as always, they include a bottomless side and beverage!
Note that these meals will be available for dine-in only at participating locations.
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 – 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.
What cheap eats are always available? Score these food deals today or any day…
Sam’s Club Pizza & Drink
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.
Plus, you can still scoop up the NEW Member’s Mark Jingle Cookie Crunch Sundae for just $1.58!
Costco Hot Dog & Drink
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!
Costco Chicken Bake
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!
Don’t feel like cooking? Try these lazy dinner ideas!
Does this mean you can only get 1 cheeseburger for that price? Or order a bunch but only use the deal once?
Hi Emily! Usually with these offers, you’ll get just one cheeseburger for that price when you use the deal, but you might check back once the offer appears in your app to be sure. ❤️