Celebrate one of America’s favorite foods on National Cheeseburger Day, which falls on Wednesday, September 18th, 2024.
We’re compiling a list of deals, so you can indulge in cheesy goodness on the cheap. Note that some of these deals can be redeemed for one day only, while others are good for a week or even throughout the month of September.
Remember, not all locations of a chain participate in every deal, so please do your best to verify the deal at your preferred location, before you get the check!
And if you scroll to the very bottom, you’ll find a day-by-day list of other food and drink deals that may interest you.
If you’re a burger fan, remember to look for National Hamburger Day deals on May 28, too!
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2024 National Cheeseburger Day Deals
We’re still updating for 2024, so check the dates in the deals below! Some may still be from last year.
♦ Applebees
On September 18, 2024, Applebee’s is serving up their three Classic Burgers for $8.99 each, including a side of fries. The three choices are Classic Burger, Classic Cheeseburger and Classic Bacon Cheeseburger. Valid for dine-in or for take-out via the Applebee’s website or mobile app. Not valid on third party delivery sites.
More info
◊ Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar
On September 18, 2024, you can get the All-American Burger for just $8. Pair it with fries or tots.
Locations in Chamblee, Decatur, Smyrna, Marietta, and Roswell.
♦ Buffalo Wild Wings
On September 18, 2024, Buffalo Wild Wings is offering a buy-one-get-one FREE offer on burgers.
The deal is valid only for Blazin’ Rewards members, so sign up for rewards before the 18th. It’s available for dine-in, as well as takeout and delivery via the app or website.
PRO TOP: Buffalo Wild Wings also has an active promo code, GOBONELESS, that lets you add 10 free boneless wings to any order of $15 or more.
Read the press release
♦ BurgerFi
On September 18th, 2024, you can get a $4 Cheeseburger at BurgerFi when you buy a Coca-Cola Freestyle Beverage. The offer was announced on the website.
PLUS, when you join the BurgerFi rewards program, you’ll get FREE Fresh-Cut Fries on your first visit and a FREE Frozen Custard Shake on your birthday!You’ll find BurgerFi locations in Kennesaw, Peachtree Corners, Alpharetta, and Lawrenceville.
♦ Burger King
On September 18, 2024, Burger King is offering Royal Perks members a FREE cheeseburger with any purchase of $1 or more.
The promotion is part of a full week of free food for rewards members making a $1 purchase.
Monday, Sept. 16 — FREE Whopper Jr
Tuesday, Sept. 17 — FREE Original Chicken Sandwich
Thursday, Sept. 19 — FREE four-piece Mozzarella Fries
Friday, Sept. 20 — FREE Croissan’wich
The deals were announced in a press release.
Sign up for Royal Perks rewards here
♦ Krystal
Krystal is currently offering a Sackful of 12 Classic Krystals for $12 — and on September 18th only will offer a Sackful of 12 Cheese Krystals for $15, in honor of National Cheeseburger Day.
There are dozens of locations in the extended metro Atlanta area.
♦ McDonalds
On Sept. 18th, 2024, the fast-food giant is offering a Double Cheeseburger for just 50 cents. The offer is only available in the McDonald’s app. Limit one per person.
Plus, don’t forget, customers can also enjoy FREE fries every Friday at McDonald’s through the end of the year.
◊ Miller’s Ale House
We don’t have a deal for 2024 yet, but we’re watching the Facebook page, which is where last year’s deal was announced.
You’ll find locations in Alpharetta, McDonough, Kennesaw, and Dawsonville.
♦ Red Robin
From September 17th to 19th, 2024, you can enjoy a Gourmet Cheeseburger for just $10, with a Bottomless Side. The regular price is $14.99.
Locations in Buford, Cumming, Lawrenceville, and Newnan.
Visit the website
♦ Shake Shack
Check back soon!
♦ Sonic Drive-in
Offering the Double SONIC Smasher for just $6.49.
It features two Angus patties seasoned and seared for a crispy edge and juicy center, layered with two slices of melted American cheese, SONIC’s signature Smasher sauce, crinkle-cut pickles, and diced onions on a soft potato bun.
For bigger cravings, the SONIC Triple Smasher is available for $7.49.
For bigger savings, the Quarter Pound Double Cheeseburger is just $1.99.
Locations in Atlanta, Decatur, Lawrenceville, Suwanee, Norcross, Woodstock, Stone Mountain, and Lithonia.
View the deals here
In addition, app users can get half-price drinks and slushes all day, every day. Combine both deals and add some fries for your own discounted meal deal.
♦ Steak ‘n Shake
All shakes and drinks are half price on weekdays from 2 to 4 p.m. — including on National Cheeseburger Day.
Plus, when you join the Rewards Club, you can receive a FREE Specialty Milkshake, just for signing up. There are roughly 20 locations around the extended metro area.
♦ Wayback Burgers
Wayback is offering a BOGO deal on September 18th, 2024. You can buy one Classic Burger and get a second Classic Burger for FREE when you order on the Wayback app, in restaurant, or online.
The deal was announced on Facebook and in a press release.
Use the promo code BOGOCLASS if you order online.
Offer good at participating locations only — and we did NOT verify local participation, so that’s up to you.
You’ll find Wayback Burgers locations at Embry Village in Chamblee, as well as in Lawrenceville and Covington.
♦ Wendy’s
The chain is offering a Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger for just one cent, with any purchase, from September 18th to 22nd, 2024. To redeem, visit the “Offers” section in the app or on the website (must be logged into your Rewards account).
And don’t forget about Wendy’s Halloween Boo Books for yourself or to hand out to trick-or-treaters.
♦ Whataburger
On Sept. 18, 2024, Whataburger Rewards Members who order a Patty Melt, Sweet & Spicy Bacon Burger, or Whataburger with Cheese online will be entered for a chance to win FREE Whataburger for a year.
Details here
In past years, we’ve also seen deals from:
- Ruby Tuesday
- Domino’s (cheeseburger pizza)
- Dairy Queen
- Eventide Brewing
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