Are you looking for the best cheap food near you this week?
In today’s fast-paced world, finding the time to cook can be a real challenge, especially when you’re juggling work, family, and countless other responsibilities. If you’re looking for the best cheap food deals near you without sacrificing taste, you’re in luck. This week, we’ve rounded up the best restaurant deals in your area to help you enjoy delicious, budget-friendly meals. Whether you’re looking for a quick bite after a long day or planning a family dinner on a dime, these local eateries offer the perfect solution. Discover how you can eat well and spend less!
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Here are a few of our top picks for current and upcoming cheap eats and food deals near you:
Krispy Kreme – Free Coffee + Donut (9/29)
National Coffee Day is coming up, and Krispy Kreme is serving up some seriously sweet deals you don’t want to miss. Joe Jonas, longtime Krispy Kreme fan, says it best: coffee and doughnuts are the ultimate duo — and we couldn’t agree more!
- Sept 27–29: Buy any dozen doughnuts, get an Original Glazed dozen for just $1. Code: BOGO1
Buffalo Wild Wings – Pick 6 Meal Deal is Back
If you’re looking for a great deal on Dinner for Two, Buffalo Wild Wings has you covered! For a limited time only, they’ve brought back their Pick 6 Meal Deal starting at just $19.99!! 2 Entrees, 2 sides and 2 drinks! You can score this offer dining in or take out! Valid at participating locations for a limited time only!
Smoothie King – Free 20oz Protein Coffee Smoothie (9/29)
Here’s an offer where you can score a FREE 20oz Protein Coffee Smoothie at Smoothie King on September 29th, 2025! Simply show your Starbucks Stars (or ANY coffee chain rewards points) from open to 10:30am local time to score this offer at a participating location!
Starbucks – Earn 100 Bonus Starbucks Stars (9/25 – 9/29)
Here is a hot Starbucks offer! From September 25th – September 29th, 2025 you can earn 100 bonus stars when you order just one hot or iced coffee in any size – you can redeem 100 stars for a free hot or iced coffee, making this basically like an awesome BOGO offer! Don’t miss out!! Look for the offer in your app on September 25th, 2025!
Cicis Pizza – $5.99 Buffet every Monday & Tuesday
Cicis Pizza is kicking off summer with a sizzling deal the whole family will love! Through December 30th, 2025, enjoy their famous all-you-can-eat buffet — featuring endless pizza, pasta, salad, and desserts — for just $5.99 every Monday and Tuesday. To redeem, simply grab a digital coupon at cicis.com/ewd. As Cicis celebrates 40 years of serving up unbeatable value and variety, this limited-time offer is the perfect way to enjoy “The Best Pizza Value Anywhere” without breaking the bank.
Pizza Hut – Buy One, Get One Free Wings on Wednesdays
Here’s an offer where you can score Buy One, Get One Free Wings at your local Pizza Hut on Wednesday, for a limited time at participating locations! Use code BOGOWINGS at checkout!
Sonic – BOGO Free Double SONIC Smasher through September
SONIC is giving burger lovers a reason to cheer this football season with a deal that’s as big as game day itself. Guests can buy one Double SONIC Smasher and get a second one free each week in September when ordering through the SONIC App
* Reward is valid one time per week through September 28, 2025 for one free Double SONIC Smasher™ with purchase of a Double SONIC Smasher™ online or in the SONIC® App as a registered user. Add-ons cost extra. Not valid with delivery or any other offers. Mobile ordering available only at select locations; hours may vary.
Domino’s – ANY Pizza, ANY Toppings for $9.99 for a Limited Time!
For a limited time only, score ANY pizza, ANY toppings for just $9.99 each for a limited time! Valid at participating locations!
Excludes XL and Specialty Pizzas. Select this offer for a limited time. Online Only. Size availability varies by crust type. Max. 7 toppings (6 for Pan and NY Style Crust). Minimum purchase required for delivery. Prices, participation, delivery area and charges may vary.
Krispy Kreme – $1 Original Glazed Dozen BOGO (9/27-9/29)
The $1 Original Glazed® BOGO is available Saturday through Monday (9/27-9/29) in-shop and via drive-thru at participating shops and for pickup or delivery at krispykreme.com or via Krispy Kreme’s mobile app using BOGO1 promo code, while supplies last.
Pizza Hut – $5 Crafted Flatzz through November 9th
Craving something new from Pizza Hut? Discover Crafted Flatzz—a fresh take on your pizza favorites. These bold, personal-sized flatbreads bring unique flavors to the table, all starting at just $5 each before 5pm. Perfectly portioned, endlessly satisfying.
Papa Murphy’s – BOGO Free Large & Family Size Pizzas (Limited Time)
Yasssss, Papa Murphy’s is currently offering BOGO Free Large & Family Size Pizzas for a limited time with code BOGO at checkout! Online only. Limit 1.
*Offer valid online only 9/24 – 9/29/25 at participating locations. Purchase a Large or Family Size pizza at regular menu price, get a second pizza of equal or lesser value for free. Excludes XLNY®, Specials, Friday pizza deals, crustless, and gluten-free crust. Not valid with any other offers, specials, promotions, or discounts. Limit 1..
Subway – Buy One Footlong, Get One For $1
YASSS! Subway is offering a Buy One Footlong, Get One For $1 for a limited time! Simply use code BOGO1 at checkout! Valid at participating locations only. Below is a list of current Subway discount codes, coupons, deals, and freebies. We check for new Subway discount codes daily and share them with you so you can earn big on delicious food. We’ve ordered the list according to the deals you’ll like the most.
- BOGO1 – Buy a Footlong, Get One For $1 (Limited Time)
- 6INCHBOGO – Buy a Footlong, Get a Free 6″ Sub (Exp: 10/11/25)
- FTL699 – FOOTLONG for $6.99 (Exp: 10/11/25)
- FTL799 – FOOTLONG for $7.99 (Exp: 10/11/25)
- FTL899 – FOOTLONG for $8.99 (Exp: 10/11/25)
- SIXINCHSUB – 6″ for $3.99 (Exp: 10/11/25)
- SIXINCH499 – 6″ for $4.99 (Exp: 10/11/25)
- 599SUB – 6″ for $5.99 (Exp: 10/11/25)
- 649MEAL – 6″ Meal for $6.49 (Exp: 10/11/25)
- 699COMBO – 6″ Meal for $6.99 (Exp: 10/11/25)
- 799COMBO – 6″ Meal for $7.99 (Exp: 10/11/25)
- FTL1299 – TWO FOOTLONGS for $12.99 (Exp: 10/11/25)
- FTL1399 – TWO FOOTLONGS for $13.99 (Exp: 10/11/25)
- FTL1699 – TWO FOOTLONGS for $16.99 (Exp: 10/11/25)
- 899MEAL – Footlong Meal for $8.99 (Exp: 10/11/25)
- 999COMBO – Footlong Meal for $9.99 (Exp: 10/11/25)
- 1099MEAL – Footlong Meal for $10.99 (Exp: 10/11/25)
Olive Garden – Never Ending Pasta Bowls for a Limited Time
YASS! Calling all pasta lovers! The Never Ending Pasta Bowls are coming back starting August 25th – November 16th to Olive Garden! Refill your bowl with your favorite pastas as many times as you wish for just $13.99 (note that prices may vary by location)!
There are tons of options you can mix a match to form the perfect pasta for you! Choose from four types of pasta and six types of sauces. You can also get the never-ending toppings for an extra fee. This includes three topping options.
Huddle House – Free Pancake Platter Breakfast (9/26 – 10/3)
YASSS! From September 26 through October 3 at Huddle House, members can redeem a Free Pancake Platter Breakfast for only 25 points in celebration of National Pancake Day.
Members earn one point for every $1 spent and can redeem points for favorites, including starters, desserts, and entrées.
Wendy’s – $1 Boo Books are BACK + Limited-Edition Frosty Frights are baaaack!!
$1 Boo! Books = 5 FREE Jr. Frosty® treats and a coupon for a $1.99 Wendy’s Kids’ Meal®. 90¢ from every book sold goes to the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption® to help find forever families for children in foster care.
Plus, every Kids’ Meal comes with one of our NEW Frosty Fright figures. Collect all 6 core characters and 6 eerie-sistible variants.*
More Wendy’s Deals ↓
- Limited-Time Offers
- Biggie Bag Meal Deals: Starting at $4, includes a choice of six sandwich options, 4-piece nuggets, a small drink, and junior fries.
- Free 6-Piece Nuggets: Every Wednesday at Wendy’s.
- Free Hot & Crispy Fries: Every Friday with purchase in the Wendy’s app.
- Free 10pc Nuggets w/ Purchase – New Users Only
- Wendy’s Rewards Offers: Check your app for various deals; there may be more in the app!
- New Menu Items: Frosty Swirls & MORE!
Burger King – Flavor-Packed Perks for September
Burger King is kicking off fall with a lineup of tasty deals for Royal Perks members throughout September — to a free iced coffee on National Coffee Day (9/29) and exclusive coupons through a charitable Fall Foundation Fundraiser (9/8–10/17).
- National Coffee Day (9/29): Royal Perks members can score a FREE Medium Iced Coffee with a $1+ purchase.
- Fall Foundation Fundraiser (9/8 – 10/17): Royal Perks members who donate $1+ to the BK Foundation will unlock four exclusive coupons: 4 Pc. Chicken Nuggets, Soft Serve Cup or Cone, 1 Small Fry, and 1 Small Soft Drink (each redeemable with a $1+ purchase).
More Burger King Deals ↓
- Limited Time Menu: Frozen Cotton Candy, BBQ Brisket Whopper & MORE!
- Royal Perks Offers: Check your app for various local deals, like meal deals for 2 and more!
- Free Fries: Any size with any purchase at Burger King. New offer every Monday, expires Sunday
- National Coffee Day (9/29): Royal Perks members can score a FREE Medium Iced Coffee with a $1+ purchase.
- Fall Foundation Fundraiser (9/8 – 10/17): Royal Perks members who donate $1+ to the BK Foundation will unlock four exclusive coupons: 4 Pc. Chicken Nuggets, Soft Serve Cup or Cone, 1 Small Fry, and 1 Small Soft Drink (each redeemable with a $1+ purchase).
- Walmart+ and Burger King: Link your Royal Perks and Walmart+ membership and get exclusive access to even more Burger King deals
Taco Bell – Tuesday Drop (9/30)
Taco Bell’s next Tuesday Drop is scheduled for September 30th, 2025, at 5 pm est.
Weekly drops typically feature exclusive, limited-time deals for Taco Bell Rewards members. Past promotions have included $1 fan favorites like the Cheesy Gordita Crunch, Crunchwrap Supreme, and Mexican Pizza. To participate, ensure you’re a Rewards member and check the Taco Bell app at 2 PM PT to claim the offer before it runs out.
Remember, these deals are first-come, first-served and often sell out quickly, so setting a reminder is a good idea.
More Taco Bell Deals ↓
- Daily Specials: $1 Happier Hour from 2 – 5 p.m. daily. $1 medium MTN DEW BAJA BLAST fountain drink or regular BAJA BLAST Freeze.
- New Menu Items: Chili Cheese Burrito, Cool Ranch Doritos Locos Tacos & MORE!
- Taco Bell Rewards & Offers: Also, check your app for various deals there may be more in the app!
- In-App Deals
- 9/25/25 – $0 delivery fee on any order that includes a Cantina Chicken Menu Item (excluding Avocado Verde Salsa sauce packet).
- 9/27/25 – 9/29/25 $0 delivery fee on any order that includes a Cantina Chicken Menu Item (excluding Avocado Verde Salsa sauce packet).
- 10/2/25 – $0 delivery fee on any order that includes a Cantina Chicken Menu Item (excluding Avocado Verde Salsa sauce packet).
- 10/4/25 – 10/6/25 – $0 delivery fee on any order that includes a Cantina Chicken Menu Item (excluding Avocado Verde Salsa sauce packet).
- 10/7/25 – $0 delivery fee with the purchase of a Taco Party Pack (or Soft Taco Party Pack)
- 10/7/25 – For National Taco Day, you can get $5 off any Party Pack.
- 10/9/25 – $0 delivery fee on any order that includes a Cantina Chicken Menu Item (excluding Avocado Verde Salsa sauce packet).
- 10/11/25 – 10/13/25 – $0 delivery fee on any order that includes a Cantina Chicken Menu Item (excluding Avocado Verde Salsa sauce packet).
- Tuesday Drops
- 10/7/25 – National Taco Day Celebration – Details to be released.
- 10/14/25 – Get a $1 Burrito Supreme for 1 Hour at 2PM PT (limit one per user).
- Third-Party Delivery: DoorDash, GrubHub, Postmates, UberEats
- 9/1/25 to 9/30/25 – Get 5% off every Uber One Student order (maximum of $9).
- 9/25/25 – Get $5 off a $25+ order on DoorDash.
- 9/25/25 – Get a free Chicken Quesadilla with a $20+ order on Uber Eats and Grubhub.
- 9/26/25 – 9/28/25 – Get a free Carmel Apple Empanada with $20+ order on Uber Eats.
- 9/30/25 – Get a free Seasoned Beef Soft Taco with a $15+ order for Uber One Student customers.
- 10/2/25 – Get a free Cantina Chicken Bowl with a $20+ order on DashPass.
- 10/3/25 – 10/5/25 – Get a free 7-Layer Burrito with a $20+ order on Uber Eats.
- 10/7/25 – Get a free Seasoned Beef Soft Taco with a $15+ order for Uber One Student customers.
- 10/7/25 – Get a free Doritos Locos Taco with a $20+ order on Uber Eats and Grubhub.
- 10/7/25 – BOGO Taco (excludes Chalupas and Cheesy Gordita Crunches) on DoorDash.
- 10/8/25 – 11/4/25 – Get 5% off every order (maximum discount of $9) for Uber One Student customers.
- 10/9/25 – Get $5 off a $25+ order on DoorDash.
- 10/10/25 – 10/12/25 – Get $3 off $22+ order on Grubhub.
- 10/10/25 – 10/12/25 – Get a free Double Decker Taco with a $20+ order on Uber Eats.
- 10/14/25 – Get a free Seasoned Beef Soft Taco with a $15+ order for Uber One Student Customers.
- In-App Deals
Dunkin’ Donuts – $2 Chipotle Hash Brown Wake-Up Wrap, and MORE!!
YASSS! Treat yourself to fall flavors and sweet rewards! Dunkin’ Rewards members can unlock exclusive offers** in the app, including:
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- 100 bonus points for mobile orders placed ahead on Mondays
- $2 Chipotle Hash Brown Wake-Up Wrap with drink purchase
- $3 Medium Cold Beverages after 1 pm at participating locations. Offer valid through November 4th, 2025.
More Dunkin’ Deals ↓
- Latest Offers
- $5 Meal Deal: Features two Wake-Up Wrap sandwiches—including the new Chipotle Hash Brown Wake-Up Wrap—alongside a medium hot or iced coffee (14 oz. or 24 oz.)**. Limited time offer.
- Dunkin’ Rewards Offers: New Reward Members get a FREE medium-sized drink with any purchase every day for 14 days after joining. Existing members can join with a new email address. Also, check your app for various deals there may be more in the app!
McDonald’s – New TinyTAN Encore Edition Toys x BTS Happy Meal & MORE!
Calling all BTS Fans, McDonald’s is dropping a new Happy Meal on September 2nd for a limited time only! Fans can visit their local McDonalds to collect all 7 TinyTAN x BTS Toys Happy Meal Toys!
More McDonald’s Deals ↓
- CosMc’s-inspired drinks: Later in 2025, McDonald’s will begin testing CosMc’s-inspired drinks in some regular U.S. McDonald’s locations.
- Free Big Mac w/ $1 min. Purchase: Free Big Mac on your first purchase of $1+ when you download the app.
- Free Medium Fries: Get free medium fries with a $1 minimum purchase every Friday via Mobile Order & Pay.
- McDonaldland Meal (August 12th): For the first time in over 20 years, Ronald McDonald, Grimace, Birdie, Hamburglar, Mayor McCheese, and the Fry Friends are officially back. Starting Aug. 12, fans can visit McDonald’s to grab the all-new McDonaldland Meal, featuring a limited-edition Mt. McDonaldland Shake, your choice of a Quarter Pounder with Cheese or 10-piece Chicken McNuggets, World Famous Fries, and a unique collectible souvenir. Each meal includes one of six exclusive tins filled with postcards, stickers, and more—each themed around a McDonaldland character. Limited-edition merch also drops Aug. 12 in collaboration with Pacsun, including colorful sweat sets and graphic tees. Starting Aug. 18, Away will offer complimentary luggage tags and bag charms with purchases at retail locations, while supplies last.
- TinyTAN x BTS Toys Happy Meal (September 3rd): BTS Fans, McDonald’s is dropping a new Happy Meal on September 3rd for a limited time only! Fans can visit their local McDonalds to collect all 7 TinyTAN x BTS Toys Happy Meal Toys!
- Special Edition Gold Sauce (September 3rd): Sauce for McCrispy Strips, McNuggets, McCrispy Sandwiches & Snack Wraps
- McValue Menu: Available in-store and via the McDonald’s app.
- MyMcDonald’s Rewards: Also, check your app for various deals there may be more in the app!
Starbucks – NEW Protein Lattes and Cold Foam Coming September 29th
In addition to the Protein Cold Foam flavors being available on Sept. 29, iced beverages with Protein Cold Foam will be added to the permanent menu, delivering approximately 19–26 grams protein per grande beverage.
Crafted with Protein-boosted Milk, Starbucks Protein Lattes will deliver approximately 27 to 36 grams of protein per grande beverage while maintaining the rich, bold flavor and smooth texture customers know and love. Starbucks will add a variety of Protein Lattes to the permanent menu starting Sept. 29.
More Starbucks Deals ↓
- New & Limited Time Menu Items
- Fall Menu 2025 (Drops August 26th)
- NEW Pecan Oatmilk Cortado
- Pumpkin Spice Latte(Hot or iced)
- Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai
- Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew
- Pecan Crunch Oatmilk Latte
- NEW Italian Sausage Egg Bites
- Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin
- Baked Apple Croissant
- Raccoon Cake pop
- Fall Menu 2025 (Drops August 26th)
- October 14: Apple Crisp Oatmilk Shaken Espresso + Apple Crisp Cold Foam & NEW Apple Crisp Protein Cold Foam
- Starbucks Refill Policy: Starting January 27, 2025, Starbucks is expanding its free refills policy! Now, non-Rewards members can enjoy free same-visit refills of hot or iced brewed coffee or tea when their original drink is served in a clean reusable cup or for-here ware. Please note this does not include Cold Brew, Nitro Cold Brew, Iced Tea Lemonade, Flavored Iced Tea, or Starbucks Refreshers base. For Rewards members, starting February 12, 2025, free refills will also require a reusable cup or for-here ware.
- Starbucks Rewards Offers: Check your app for various deals there may be more in the app!
How do I find cheap food near me?
To find cheap food near you, start by using apps like Yelp, Google Maps, or TripAdvisor to search for budget-friendly restaurants, food trucks, or grocery stores. Look for local markets or discount grocery stores like Aldi or Walmart, which often offer lower prices. Check out fast-casual or casual dining spots for affordable meals, and explore local ethnic restaurants that tend to offer large portions at lower prices. You can also search for daily or weekly specials, happy hour deals, and student discounts. Finally, consider meal prep or using food delivery services with promotions to save even more.
What types of cheap food are available?
Cheap food options vary widely, catering to different tastes and dietary needs. Fast food chains often offer budget meals like burgers, fries, and sandwiches. Ethnic cuisines, such as Mexican tacos, Chinese takeout, or Indian curry, frequently provide affordable, filling options. Grocery stores sell inexpensive staples like pasta, rice, canned beans, eggs, and vegetables for homemade meals. Street food like hot dogs, falafel, or pizza slices can be cheap and satisfying. Additionally, discount supermarkets often offer discounted produce, frozen meals, and ready-made dishes. For those with limited time, meal prepping and bulk buying can further reduce food costs.
Are there any apps that can help me find cheap food?
Several apps can help you find cheap food nearby. Yelp lets you filter for budget-friendly restaurants and read reviews on affordable places. Google Maps shows local eateries with price ranges, offering user-generated ratings. HappyCow is great for finding vegan and vegetarian options on a budget. Too Good To Go connects you to restaurants and bakeries offering discounted surplus food to prevent waste. Grubhub and DoorDash often feature promotions or discounts for delivery services. Grocery store apps like Walmart, Aldi, or Instacart help find discounts and plan budget-friendly meals, while EatStreet offers deals on local delivery.
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