Today is National Cheeseburger Day, a celebration of one of America’s favorite foods. Cheeseburgers are a top choice for many, ranking closely behind hamburgers in popularity. According to YouGov, cheeseburgers are favored by 83% of Americans, while hamburgers hold an 85% approval rating.
In the U.S., an estimated 50 billion burgers are consumed each year. About 74% of burger enthusiasts typically add cheese to their burgers.
While there is no historical significance to National Cheeseburger Day, which occurs annually on September 18, various locations claim to be the birthplace of the cheeseburger.
To mark the occasion, several fast-food chains are offering special deals:
McDonald’s: 50-Cent Double Cheeseburgers
McDonald’s is celebrating by offering Double Cheeseburgers for just 50 cents today. This deal is available exclusively through the McDonald’s app, and customers can only order one burger at this price. The app will automatically apply the discount at checkout. Additionally, McDonald’s $5 Meal Deal will continue until December, featuring a choice of a McDouble or McChicken sandwich, four-piece Chicken McNuggets, fries, and a drink.
Burger King: Free Cheeseburger with Purchase
Burger King is offering a free cheeseburger to members of its Royal Perks loyalty program with any purchase of $1 or more.
This deal is available today and will be part of a week-long promotion with additional offers each day.
Wednesday: Free cheeseburger with a $1 purchase
Thursday: Free 4-piece Mozzarella Fries with a $1 purchase
Friday: Free Croissan’wich with a $1 purchase
Saturday: Free 4-piece Chicken Fries with a $1 purchase
Sunday: Free soft drink (any size) with a $1 purchase
Wendy’s: 1-Cent Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger
Wendy’s is also joining in on the celebration by offering a Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger for just 1 cent with any purchase made through their app or website. This deal is available from September 18 to September 22.
Buffalo Wild Wings: Buy One Get One Free Burgers
Members of Buffalo Wild Wings’ Blazin’ Rewards program can enjoy a buy-one-get-one-free deal on cheeseburgers today.
Choices include popular options like the Triple Bacon Burger and the new Bacon Mac & Cheese Burger. Non-members can sign up to take advantage of this offer.
Dairy Queen: Free Double Original Cheeseburger
From September 18 to September 22, Dairy Queen customers can receive a free double Original Cheeseburger Signature Stackburger with any online or app order of $1 or more.
Other Notable Offers
Applebee’s: A classic burger deal featuring any of their three Classic Handcrafted Burgers paired with fries for $8.99.
Hopdoddy Burger Bar: Customers dining in and ordering the Okie Dokie Smash burger can receive scratch-off tickets for prizes, including free burgers for a year.
With these enticing deals available today, there’s no better time to indulge in a cheeseburger!