Here’s How to Save on Fast Food This Summer — And Even Score Some for Free
Following months of complaints about rising prices related to inflation, several fast-food chains have announced new value deals. Here’s how to take advantage of the savings.
Key Takeaways
- Amidst widespread complaints about rising prices due to inflation, several major fast-food chains have introduced new value deals.
- The chains include Burger King, McDonald’s, Taco Bell, KFC and Wendy’s.
- In addition to savings, two brands — McDonald’s and Wendy’s — are offering consumers free food.
Following months of complaints about rising prices related to inflation, several fast-food chains, including Burger King, McDonald’s, Taco Bell, KFC and Wendy’s, have announced new value deals. Most recently, McDonald’s launched its last week, which includes a McDouble or McChicken, small fries, four-piece Chicken McNuggets and a small drink.
“McDonald’s has a long history of being the go-to destination for value, and it’s imperative that we continue to keep affordability at the forefront for our customers,” CEO Chris Kempczinski during the company’s recent . “We literally wrote the playbook on value, and we are committed to upholding our leadership within the industry.”
Here’s a list of value deals at five top fast-food restaurants designed to provide relief to cash-strapped consumers.
Burger King
Burger King recently launched its . This deal includes a Whopper Jr., Chicken Jr. or Bacon Cheeseburger with four-piece chicken nuggets, fries and a drink, offering significant savings compared to standard menu prices.
The brand is set to revamp approximately 1,100 U.S. locations with a recent $300 million investment, signaling a significant next phase in its ongoing revitalization efforts. This initiative, part of a plan announced by parent company Restaurant Brands International in 2022, aims to modernize the fast-food giant’s facilities.
KFC
Part of the promotion, the KFC includes two pieces of dark meat chicken, mashed potatoes with gravy and a biscuit. The brand also offers free delivery for orders placed through KFC’s app or website every Sunday during the summer.
Additionally, KFC offers , where customers can get an eight-piece bucket of dark meat chicken for $10 every Tuesday this summer.
McDonald’s
In addition to the $5 Meal Deal, which includes a McDouble or McChicken, small fries, four-piece Chicken McNuggets and a small drink, McDonald’s is also offering with any $1 purchase via the mobile app every Friday through the end of 2024.
On Saturday, July 12, in honor of , customers can get of any size when ordered via the brand’s app, with no purchase necessary.
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Taco Bell
Taco Bell’s new build-your-own includes a medium fountain drink, a crunchy taco, a Burrito Supreme, Cinnamon Twists and a Beefy 5-Layer Burrito.
The brand also promotes its , where various items, such as the Cheesy Bean and Rice Burrito and Chicken Enchilada Burrito, start at $1.
Wendy’s
Wendy’s customers can get a free small Frosty by purchasing a through the Wendy’s app. The Biggie Bag, available since 2019, includes a Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger or Crispy Chicken Sandwich, four-piece chicken nuggets, Jr. fries and a small soft drink.
Customers can also purchase a $3 Frosty key tag and get a free Jr. Frosty with any purchase every day for the rest of the year. Proceeds benefit the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption.
Key Takeaways
- Amidst widespread complaints about rising prices due to inflation, several major fast-food chains have introduced new value deals.
- The chains include Burger King, McDonald’s, Taco Bell, KFC and Wendy’s.
- In addition to savings, two brands — McDonald’s and Wendy’s — are offering consumers free food.
Following months of complaints about rising prices related to inflation, several fast-food chains, including Burger King, McDonald’s, Taco Bell, KFC and Wendy’s, have announced new value deals. Most recently, McDonald’s launched its last week, which includes a McDouble or McChicken, small fries, four-piece Chicken McNuggets and a small drink.
“McDonald’s has a long history of being the go-to destination for value, and it’s imperative that we continue to keep affordability at the forefront for our customers,” CEO Chris Kempczinski during the company’s recent . “We literally wrote the playbook on value, and we are committed to upholding our leadership within the industry.”
Here’s a list of value deals at five top fast-food restaurants designed to provide relief to cash-strapped consumers.
