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Cheeseburger Day Deals at McDonald’s, Wendy’s, Burger King and More
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Cheeseburger Day Deals at McDonald’s, Wendy’s, Burger King and More


Wednesday, September 18th is National Cheeseburger Day and, in a historic event, the 100th anniversary of its arrival on the scene. If you’re in the mood, there are plenty of deals.

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Hamburgers may be the most popular American food, but when you put cheese on them, it goes to the next level. So of course there is National Cheeseburger Day, which just so happens to fall on a Wednesday.

Cheeseburgers remain one of the favorite entrees in the U.S., according to YouGov’s ranking of the most popular American foods. While the hamburger tops the regularly updated list with 85 percent popularity, the cheeseburger comes a close second at 83 percent, just behind fries and grilled cheese (both at 84 percent), and tied with fried chicken (83 percent).

Americans eat an estimated 50 billion burgers a year. Nearly three-quarters of burger lovers (74%) say they typically top their burger with cheese, YouGov found.

While there is no historical significance to National Cheeseburger Day, which is observed annually on September 18, there is still some dispute over the burger’s birthplace. Pasadena, California, claims to be the birthplace, with a 16-year-old cook serving the first burger at a roadside hamburger stand more than 100 years ago. Other places that claim the cheeseburger as its birthright include Louisville restaurant Kaelin’s in 1934, which called it a “cheeseburger.”

Regardless of the cheeseburger’s origins, if you’re in the mood for one, many restaurants and burger joints have special offers and promotions on Wednesdays.

McDonald’s National Cheeseburger Day Deal

In the McDonald’s app you can find a deal for 50 cent Double Cheeseburgers on Wednesdays.

Burger King week full of offers including National Cheeseburger Day

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 Wednesdays. Burger King has more deals throughout the week.

All this week’s deals from Burger King’s Royal Perks program:

  • Tuesday: Free Original Chicken Sandwich with any purchase of $1 or more
  • Wednesday: Free Cheeseburger with a minimum purchase of $1
  • Thursday: Free 4-Pack Mozzarella Fries with purchase of $1 or more
  • Friday: A free Croissan’wich with a purchase of $1 or more
  • Saturday: Free 4 Piece Chicken Fries Order with Purchase of $1 or More
  • Sunday: Free soft drink (any size) with purchase of $1 or more

Wendy’s 1-cent bacon cheeseburger special

Download the Wendy’s app and get a 1-cent discount on Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger with any purchase Wednesday through Sunday (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 and get one free on Wednesday, with choices like Jason Kelce’s pick, the Triple Bacon Burger and the brand-new Bacon Mac & Cheese Burger. If you’re not a Blazin’ Rewards member, sign up on or before September 18 to take advantage of the deal. It’s valid 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 code GOBONELESS).

Applebee’s Classic Burger Deal

Applebee’s is offering customers a “classic burger deal” on Wednesday, which consists of one of three classic artisan burgers with classic fries for $8.99.

Customers can choose between the Applebee’s Classic Burger, Classic Cheeseburger or Classic Bacon Cheeseburger. The offer is valid for dine-in or online at Applebees.com or the Applebee’s mobile app.

Customers ordering through the app can select the ‘National Cheeseburger Day’ option from the online menu to take advantage of the offer.

Dairy Queen Free Double Original Cheeseburger Signature Stackburger with purchase

Starting today through Sunday, Dairy Queen is offering customers a free Double Original Cheeseburger Signature Stackburger with any app or online order of $1 or more.

The burger features two beef patties, Sharp American cheese, pickles, ketchup and mustard, the company said, and the offer is valid at participating DQ Grill & Chill locations nationwide. The offer is limited to one redemption per customer and is not valid for in-store redemption.

SONIC has several offers on National Cheeseburger Day

For anyone who wants to celebrate National Cheeseburger Day early, Sonic is offering half-price cheeseburgers every Tuesday after 5 p.m., including September 17.

Additionally, for a limited time, customers can get the Quarter Pound Double Cheeseburger for $1.99, or a Sonic Smasher for $7.

More National Cheeseburger Day Deals

Check out more of this week’s burger deals here.

  • Bad Daddies: On Wednesdays, order the All-American Burger with cheese for $8. Bar Louie: From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesdays, you can get the Louie’s Choice Cheeseburger with fries or tots for $9.95 (prices and participation may vary; check with your local Bar Louie for details).
  • BurgerFi: On Wednesday, buy a Coca-Cola Freestyle drink and get a BurgerFi Cheeseburger for $4 (a savings of almost $7; in-restaurant dine-in only; one burger per drink purchased, while supplies last).
  • Denny’s: On Wednesday, Denny’s Rewards members can get 20% off any burger, including – from the limited-time “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice”-inspired Afterlife Menu – the Beetlejuicy Burger, which features three quarter-pound patties, bacon, provolone cheese, Diner Q sauce and more on a brioche bun.

  • Dog house: Sign up for the Haus Rewards loyalty program before Tuesday and receive a cheeseburger offer in the app on Wednesday: buy one, get one free.
  • Eddie Merlot’s: From 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., indulge in Eddie’s Prime Cheeseburger for $15. (Prices and participation may vary. Check with your local Eddie Merlot’s for details.)
  • Farm burger: This southeastern US chain has a “build your own” cheeseburger deal, starting at just $5.

  • Hat Creek: Order the Texas chain’s Little Hat Burger for just $2 on Wednesdays through the Hat Creek app.
  • Kona grill: Special offerings for National Cheeseburger Day on September 18 (for dine-in or takeout) include a Kona Grill Bacon Cheeseburger ($9.99), a takeout and delivery cheeseburger ($9.99), made with double-stacked 4-ounce patties; and a Steakhouse Burger ($25), made with two 4-ounce patties, cheese, bacon, shiitake mushrooms, caramelized onion, garlic aioli sauce, and fries.
  • Crystal: The restaurant chain is having a limited-time tailgating offer: a dozen Krystal sliders for just $12, or 12 Cheese Krystal sliders for $15.

  • Smashburger: The fast food chain has $5 Classic Singles all day on Wednesdays in-store or when you order on the Smashburger website or app (use code CLASSIC24; valid at participating locations nationwide. May be substituted with a vegetarian option.) Plus, with any purchase on Wednesday, you’ll get a coupon for 50% off any burger or sandwich the next time you visit from September 19 to October 17.
  • STK Steakhouse: The steakhouse and lounge chain is having several specials for National Cheeseburger Day on Wednesday (in-restaurant or to-go), including a Brunch Burger ($9.99), made with a fried egg, bacon, and cheese; Lil’ BRGs ($6), Waygu beef sliders, and truffle fries; and a Takeout Cheeseburger with chips ($7.99 or $9.99, varies by location).
  • Sullivans Steakhouse: From 3-6 p.m. on Wednesdays, you can get Sullivan’s Signature Beef Burger Sliders for $10 (prices and participation may vary; check with your local Sullivan’s Steakhouse for availability.)
  • Wahlburgers: The chain, founded by Donnie Wahlberg, Mark Wahlberg and chef Paul Wahlberg, is giving 50% off all burgers on Wednesdays.

  • Former burgers: Wayback Rewards loyalty program members can buy one Classic Burger – made with two beef patties and cheese – and get one free on Wednesdays when ordering in-restaurant, online or through the Wayback Burgers app (limit one per app account; cannot be combined with other coupons, offers or discounts).
  • What a citizen: Whataburger Rewards members who order a Patty Melt, Sweet & Spicy Bacon Burger, or a Whataburger with Cheese through their account via the Whataburger app or on the Whataburger website will automatically be entered to win one of 100 free Whataburger for a Year prize packs (includes 52 coupons redeemable for one free Whataburger at participating locations). You can also enter by mail.
  • White Castle: Customers can take advantage of a BOGO deal on Cheese Sliders when they use the code “SAYCHEESE” in the White Castle app on Wednesday. Customers can also get a bag of 10 Cheese Sliders for just $7.99 from now through November 10.

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