Cheap Eats This Week (Dunkin’, IHOP, Qdoba, & Much More!)
We’re sharing the best cheap eats of the week!
With this busy time of year, comes more after-school activities, holiday activities, sports, and events which means less time for cooking family dinners! Don’t fret – you can still get your family fed on your busy schedule without breaking your budget.
Have you been wondering, “Where are the cheap eats near me?” We have compiled a list of our favorite restaurants and cheap fast-food deals for this 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:
Dunkin’ Donuts – $6 for a Coffee, Sandwich, AND Hash Browns!
Through October 31st, Dunkin’ is offering a $6 Meal Deal for rewards members (free to join)!
Check your Dunkin’ app for the new offer and add a medium coffee of your choice, a bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich, and hash browns to your cart for just $6! Just be sure to activate the offer before making your purchase. Note that participation and pricing may vary by location.
Grab an easy meal with this deal…
Buy 1 Medium Hot or Iced Coffee $3.29
Buy 1 Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Sandwich $4.39
Buy 1 Hash Browns $1.49
Total = $9.17
Use your Meal of 3 Dunkin’ Favorites for $6 offer
Final cost $6 total!
*Note that prices may vary by location. Excludes specialty bacon, loaded hashbrowns, Cold Brew, and Espresso.
IHOP – FREE Pancakes for Kids w/ Adult Entree Purchase
Through October 31st, head to IHOP where kids can score a FREE scary face pancake with the purchase of an adult entree – no promo code needed.
Each Scary Face Pancake is a buttermilk pancake topped with candy corn, cookies, and whipped cream in a fun Halloween shape. It’s sure to be a hit with your kiddo this Halloween season! 
This deal is available for dine-in only for kids 12 years old and under – making it the perfect way to enjoy some time with your kiddos and celebrate the spooktacular holiday. Make it an extra special treat by dressing up in a fun costume!
Qdoba – FREE Entree w/ Purchase on 10/31
Qdoba is celebrating Halloween this year with a special treat for Rewards members. On October 31st, Qdoba is offering Rewards members one FREE entrée with the purchase of an entrée and a drink. This offer is available online, through the app, or in-store. If you’re not a Rewards member, there is still time to sign up for this free program.
The BOOGO reward is automatically uploaded to your Rewards profile. Not only will you score your free entree, but you’ll also snag a free side of Queso and Chips just for creating an account! 😋
Take advantage of this meal deal and fill up before a night of trick-or-treating, telling ghost stories, watching horror movies, braving haunted houses, or any other spooky activities you have in store! 👻
KFC – Daily Coupons | $1 Secret Recipe Fries
Through October 31st, KFC is offering KFC Rewards Members (free to join) a new Scary Good Deal each day!
Today, October 25th only, you can score Secret Recipe Fries for just $1 (regularly $2.99)!
Note that these offers are only available to redeem for orders placed online or through the KFC app at participating restaurant locations.
Wendy’s – $1 Soft Drinks & Halloween Boo Books
For a limited time, Wendy’s is offering $1 soft drinks of ANY size – no additional purchase necessary! You can buy your soft drink online, in-app, or in-store and there are over 100 drink options to choose from!
Love Wendy’s Boo Books? You’re in luck! These popular coupon books have returned to participating restaurants, in the Wendy’s app, and online! You’ll be able to grab them through November 3rd or while supplies last.
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!
Papa Murphy’s – Jack-O-Lantern Pizza Just $10
Through October 31st, head over to PapaMurphys.com where you can score a large Take ‘N’ Bake Jack-O-Lantern Pizza for just $10 available online, on the app or in store – no promo code needed!
This pumpkin-shaped pizza comes topped with pizza sauce and mozzarella and is finished off with a pepperoni smile and two olive eyes and topped with more mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
If you want to add a sweet treat to the mix, grab a Jack-O-Lantern Pizza and Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough for just $14!
Moe’s Southwest Grill – Score a FREE Queso or Guacamole w/ Gift Card Purchase
Through October 31st, you can get a free cup of queso or guacamole when you buy $15 in Moe’s gift cards (regularly $4.99+)! Your freebie will come in the form of a Reward Code, which must be unlocked in a Moe Rewards account (exp. 12/31).
Plus, every Sunday, Moe’s Southwest Grill offers FREE kids meals for children under the age of 12 at all locations across the country! Note this deal is available in-restaurant only and no coupon is required.
You can score one free kid’s meal with a choice of a burrito, taco, or quesadilla with chips & salsa, a drink, and a cookie for each adult entrée of $6 or more that is purchased.
Red Robin – FREE Burger & Fries for Veterans & Military on 11/11
Veterans and active military who show ID can score a free Red’s Big Tavern Burger AND Bottomless Sides on Veteran’s Day, November 11th. The sides include Bottomless Steak Fries, Yukon Chips, Steamed Broccoli, or a Side Salad. This offer will be available for dine-in only and no purchase will be necessary!
Even better, veterans, active military, and their spouses can get special offers throughout the year. Head to Red Robin Rewards to sign up and mark the “Military” checkbox at signup!
Applebee’s – Burgers & Fries Just $9.99 Every Tuesday
Every Tuesday through November 5th, Applebee’s is offering any burger and fries for just $9.99!
You can choose from 9 different burgers including the Bourbon Street Mushroom Swiss Burger, Whiskey Bacon Burger, Quesadilla Burger, Impossible Burger, and more! This offer is available for dine-in or takeout with no coupon needed.
Subway – Any Footlong Just $6.99
Through November 2nd, head over to Subway where you can score ANY Footlong for only $6.99 when you use promo code 699FL at checkout.
Keep in mind that this deal is valid at participating restaurants when you order through the Subway App or online only (limit 1).
Use this Subway promo code to snag this deal…
Subway Footlong Subs as much as $12.29
Use Subway coupon code 699FL
Final cost $6.99!
*Note that prices, participation, and expiration dates may vary by location.
Looking for more deals? Try these codes…
- SIXINCHSUB – 6″ Sub for $3.99
- FTL699 – Footlong Sub for $6.99
- FTL799 – Footlong Sub for $7.99
- FTL1299 – 2 Footlong Subs for $12.99
- FTL1399 – 2 Footlong Subs for $13.99
- FTL1799 – 3 Footlong Subs for $17.99
- FTL1999 – 3 Footlong Subs for $19.99
- 649MEAL – $6.49 6″ Sub, Side, & Drink
- 899MEAL – $8.99 Footlong Sub, Side, & Drink
- SWEET – Free Cookie w/ Any Purchase
*The following sandwiches may not work with these codes: MexiCali, Monster, Turkey Cali Club, Beast, and Garlic Roast Beef.
Domino’s – FREE Medium 2-Topping Pizza w/ Purchase
Through January 19, 2025, Domino’s Rewards members who place an online order of $7.99 or more will score a FREE medium 2-topping pizza, available for redemption from their Domino’s Rewards account.
How To Score a FREE Medium Pizza (aka Emergency Pizza):
- Sign up to be Domino’s Rewards member
- Place a delivery order online or a digital carryout order of $7.99 or more.
- Once the order is confirmed, you will automatically receive a Domino’s Emergency Pizza under “My Deals & Rewards” in your Domino’s Rewards account.
- Be sure to redeem your reward within 30 days.
HIP TIP: Looking to save even more on your Domino’s order? Through October 17th, Kroger is offering a $50 Domino’s eGift Card for $42.50 – limit 2!
Pizza Hut – FREE Personal Pizza w/ $8 purchase
Pizza Hut is celebrating 40 years of their BOOK IT program by offering patrons a newsworthy deal!
Through October 31st, customers who use the coupon code BOOKIT40 can score a FREE personal pan pizza with any $8 purchase. This offer must be redeemed online or through the app and is valid until 1 million pizzas have been given away.
Whether you’re a voracious reader or just a pizza enthusiast, you can take advantage of this hot deal.
Plus, you can also order a BOOK IT! Bundle online or through the app. This deal includes 2 large, 1-topping pizzas and breadsticks. A portion of the proceeds from every bundle order will go towards the BOOK IT! program.
McDonald’s – $1 Big Mac & FREE Fries Every Friday
For a limited time, new app users can score a FREE Big Mac with your first $1 purchase!
Plus, through December 31st, you can also get a FREE Medium Fry every single Friday when you make at least a $1 purchase using the app.
Grab this easy deal…
McDonald’s Medium French Fries $3.59
McDonald’s Extra Small Soft Drink $1
Total = $4.59
Use FREE Medium French Fries w/ drink purchase offer
Final cost $1 for both!
*Prices may vary by location.
While you’re there, check if they have the Halloween Treats Pack coupon booklets!
They include TWELVE free product coupons for three of each of the following items – apple slices, an apple juice or milk jug, a hamburger, and a small vanilla cone. They can be redeemed by kids that are 12 and under at any participating McDonald’s location from October 31st – December 31st (limit 1 freebie per person, per visit).
*Note that pricing can vary by region and not all McDonald’s locations have the Halloween coupon books, so you might want to call ahead before making a special trip.
Olive Garden – Never-Ending Pasta Bowl Only $13.99
Olive Garden’s Never-Ending Pasta Bowl is back! This popular promotion allows you to enjoy never-ending combinations of your favorite pasta, sauces, and toppings starting at just $13.99. To find an Olive Garden near you, use their location search.
You can even stack this promotion with a free appetizer or dessert for signing up for Olive Garden’s rewards program (free to join)! AND, you can still take advantage of the $6 Take-Home Meals Offer for another easy peasy meal!
Sonic – 1/2 Price Cheeseburgers Every Tuesday
Every Tuesday after 5PM, you’ll pay 1/2 price for Sonic Cheeseburgers when you order using the Sonic iOS or Android app! Note this offer excludes double-patty cheeseburgers, limited-time-only cheeseburgers, quarter-pound double cheeseburgers, and junior cheeseburgers.
Plus you can score ½ price drinks and slushes ANY time you order ahead using the app! You’ll also get a free reward just for downloading the app (may vary). If you don’t want to order through the app, Sonic’s Happy Hour is from 2-4 pm daily.
Einstein Bros Bagels – Free Coffee Every Day w/ Purchase!
All Schmear Society Rewards Members can participate in Einstein Bros Bagels Unlimited Free Coffee Program.
Any time you place an order online or through the app, you can score a FREE hot or iced coffee (excluding cold brew) of any size with any purchase! That’s about $3 savings per visit!
To redeem your reward, order online or through the app. Sign into your Rewards accounts and view your “My Rewards.” Select the reward when ordering.
Not part of the Schmear Society Rewards program? Sign up for a free account today and you’ll get free Unlimited Free Coffee for the rest of the month. Any purchase will unlock the reward for the next calendar month.
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!
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 today!
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