The Fourth of July may be best known for traditional American foods like hot dogs, apple pie, and potato salad. But you know another cuisine that deserves hype on this patriotic holiday? Fast food. I mean, it doesn’t get much more American than that, right?
This Independence Day, fast food chains around the country are offering up all kinds of discounts and freebies to celebrate the good ol’ U.S. of A. Cheap burgers? Check. Free sweet treats? You betcha. Travel giveaways with the purchase of meal? Sure, why not? Some of the deals are specifically tailored for rewards club members, while others are up for grabs for anyone in the country.
And the best news? These offerings aren’t just available on one day; many of them are running for multiple days, or even weeks! This is thanks in large part to this Fourth of July marking the country’s semiquincentennial — or, in layman’s terms, America’s 250th birthday! With such a milestone, many businesses are pulling out all the stops to commemorate the occasion.
So, whether you’re throwing a banger of a party for the holiday or keeping things low-key, here are some Fourth of July fast food deals that’ll give your bank account some freedom.
Burger King
In honor of America’s 250th birthday, Burger King is offering its Royal Perks members a Whopper Jr. for $2.50, which you can order on the BK App or on Burger King’s website.
Carl’s Jr. & Hardee’s
Sister restaurants Hardee’s and Carl’s Jr. are giving fans multiple ways to celebrate. From July 3 to July 5, rewards members can get a free biscuit when they order in the Hardee’s app. During that same timeframe, rewards members over at Carl’s Jr. can buy Double Cheeseburgers for $2.50 each in the app, on the restaurant’s website, or using the app’s QR code in stores.
Checkers & Rally’s
Another set of sister restaurants, Checkers and Rally’s are offering the All-American Duo, aka a hamburger and an apple pie for $2.50.
Krystal
Anyone remember Bomb Pops? Someone at Krystal sure does, because the chain is giving out free ones with any in-store purchase. ‘Merica!
Chicken Salad Chick
In honor of America’s birth year, tons of business are doing deals for $17.76 — including Chicken Salad Chick, where you can get two large Quick Chicks for $17.76 on July 3 and 4.
Sonic
Sonic is going all-out on USA spirit this year, selling a limited-time menu of items costing only $2.50 — including a red, white, and blue slush float. Sonic is also offering limited-edition “America’s 250th” cups with every drink purchase this summer. And on the big day, July 4, corn dogs are only 99 cents.
Del Taco
From July 3 to 5, Del Taco rewards club members who order online or on the app can get a special BOGO: When you buy one Double Del Cheeseburger, you can get one free.
Whataburger
Celebrating some of the best parts of the country, Whataburger is giving fans a chance to explore the National Parks! From July 1 to July 8, customers who order in the Whataburger app and get a Whatameal with a Coca-Cola beverage will be entered for a chance to win a four-night National Park trip for themselves and up to five guests. The exact location can be anywhere within one of the 17 states where Whataburger has locations. One winner will be selected, and two runners-up will win free Whataburger for a year.
Doordash
From July 2 to July 8, Dashpass members can score fast food deals from a variety of chains, including BOGO Whopper Jrs. from Burger King and BOGO large pizzas from Pizza Hut.
Firehouse Subs
Craving something hearty? From June 29 through July 4, you can buy a small or medium sub and get a second for just $2.50.
Grubhub
GrubHub is partnering with multiple fast food chains for special food offerings through July 5, including BOGO Whopper Jrs. (with orders of $15 or more) from Burger King, BOGO two-piece Chicken Combos (with orders of $15 or more) from KFC, a free bacon cheeseburger (with orders of $25 or more) from Shake Shack, and more.
Krispy Kreme
As with many holidays, Krispy Kreme is giving out free Original Glazed doughnuts to customers on July 4. All you need to do is wear red, white, and blue to collect your free sweet treat. And from July 2 through July 5, you can also get a dozen of original glazed doughnuts for just $2.50 with the purchase of any dozen or 16-count mini donuts at regular price.
7 Brew
Got a crowd on the Fourth? Head to 7 Brew, where you can get a bundle drink deal: four medium drinks for just $17. (Psst, ask your barista about the Red, White & Brew Chiller secret menu drink.)