There’s so much to love about a great cheeseburger, from the layers of cheese to the toppings, and every year, Americans honor it with its own National Cheeseburger Day on September 18th (not to be confused with National Double Cheeseburger Day on September 15).
This celebration of one of the most iconic and delicious foods of the USA, has been taking place every year since the early part of the Roaring 20s era. While its plain cousin, the hamburger was likely invented somewhere around 1900 in the United States, it is believed that putting the cheese on top didn’t enter the picture until 1924.
The story goes that a teenager, Lionel Sternberger, who was working in his father’s sandwich shop, The Rite Spot in Pasadena, California, USA, just decided to put a slice of American cheese on a burger one day. He found it to be tasty so he shared the idea with his dad who liked it too. And, thus, the cheeseburger was born.
However, there’s something that makes a cheeseburger even better – when it’s FREE (or close to it). This year, chains all over the U.S. are offering deals and discounts on some of their best burgers — and we’re all invited to the party.
McDonald’s
On Wednesday, Sept. 18, the chain restaurant will sell double cheeseburgers for only 50 cents in celebration of the foodie holiday. Customers can take advantage of this deal by ordering through the McDonald’s app.
This isn’t the only discount McDonald’s is boasting. The $5 Meal Deal will also remain on the menu through December. The popular offer includes a McDouble or McChicken sandwich, fries, chicken McNuggets and a soft drink. At the time, McDonald’s president said in a statement that they heard their fans “loud and clear.” “They’re looking for even more great value from us, and this summer that’s exactly what they’ll get.”
Burger King
Members of the fast food chain’s Royal Perks free loyalty program can get a free cheeseburger with a purchase of $1 or more on Wednesday, Sept. 18. But Burger King has more deals throughout the entire week, starting Monday, Sept. 16, with a free Whopper Jr., with a purchase of $1 or more. “While a free cheeseburger is always great, Burger King will also offer a full week of Royal Perks deals,” the company said in a release.
Wendy’s 1-cent bacon cheeseburger deal
Download the Wendy’s app to get a deal for 1-cent Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger with any purchase Wednesday to Sunday, Sept. 18-22 (app download and account registration required).
Buffalo Wild Wings: BOGO cheeseburgers, plus free wings
Members of Buffalo Wild Wings’ Blazin’ Rewards loyalty program can buy one burger get one free on Wednesday, Sept. 18, with choices including Jason Kelce’s pick, the Triple Bacon Burger, and the all-new Bacon Mac & Cheese Burger. If you are not a Blazin’ Rewards member, sign up on or before Sept. 18 to get the deal. It’s good for dine-in, takeout and delivery via Buffalo Wild Wings GO.
Also still available: 10 free boneless wings when you spend $15 or more. Place your order via Buffalo Wings GO on the Buffalo Wild Wings App or on the Buffalo Wild Wings GO website (use the code GOBONELESS).
Denny’s
On Wednesday, Denny’s Rewards members get 20% off any burger including – from the limited-time Beetlejuice Beetlejuice-inspired Afterlife Menu – The Beetlejuicy Burger, which has three quarter-pound patties, bacon, provolone cheese, Diner Q sauce and more on a brioche bun.
Farmer Boys
From 2 p.m. to closing time Wednesday, you can get the fast casual chain’s Big Cheese for $4 when you order in the restaurant or via the drive-thru (limited to two burgers per person, cannot be combined with other offers or coupons). Members of the Very Important Farmer (VIF) loyalty program can get a special surprise when they scan their receipt, too.
Smashburger
The fast food chain has $5 Classic Singles all day on Wednesday in-store or when you order on the Smashburger website or app (use the code CLASSIC24; good at participating locations nationwide. Can be substituted with a vegetarian option.) Also with any purchase on Wednesday, you also get a 50% coupon off any burger or sandwich on a future visit from Sept. 19-Oct. 17.
Wayback Burgers
Members of the Wayback Rewards loyalty program can buy one Classic Burger – made with two beef patties and cheese – and get one free on Wednesday when ordering in the restaurant, online or on the Wayback Burgers app (limit one per app account; cannot be combined with any other coupons, offers or discounts).
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