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30 ways to celebrate National Cheeseburger Day on Friday

What’s better than a hamburger? A cheeseburger! And on Friday, Sept. 18, burger chains across the nation are offering steep discounts, BOGOs and other deals on the beloved meaty and cheesy American staple. 

Can’t wait for Friday? A few burger joints are celebrating early, with spots such as Burger King, Carl’s Jr. and Wahlburgers offering cheeseburger deals Thursday.

Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar

Bad Daddy’s is dropping the price of its September Burger of the Month, “The Jalapeno Business,” to just $10 on Friday for dine-in guests — and that includes a classic side. 

Big Buns

Thompson Table Rewards members can get 50% off a Classic Burger with Cheese on Friday.

Bobby’ Burgers by Bobby Flay

Use the Bobby’s Burgers app on Friday to get a $9.18 Meal Deal that includes a 4-ounce Palace Classic Cheeseburger, fries and a small fountain drink. 

Burger King

Burger King is giving its Royal Perks members a variety of deals now through Sept. 20 in celebration of National Cheeseburger Day. On Thursday, rewards members get a free hamburger with a $3 minimum purchase; on Friday, members get a free bacon cheeseburger with a $3 minimum purchase; on Saturday, Royal Perks members get a free four-piece nuggets with a $3 minimum purchase; and on Sunday, members get a free original chicken sandwich with a $3 minimum purchase.

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Additionally, those who make a $1 or more donation at Burger King from now through Oct. 13 will receive a coupon to be used at a later date to purchase one of four free items: four-piece chicken nuggets, small soft drink, soft serve (cup or cone) or small fries.

Carl’s Jr.

Purchase any hand-scooped ice cream shake on Thursday or Friday and get any burger for half the price. My Rewards members can unlock the offer in the Carl’s Jr. app.

Checkers & Rally’s

Double cheeseburger with two beef patties, melted American cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and onions on a toasted bun.
(Checkers & Rally’s)

Checkers & Rally’s restaurants are dropping the price of their Big Buford burger to just $3 on Thursday and Friday in celebration of National Cheeseburger Day.

Denny’s

Purchase a Diner QP burger on Friday and get a second Diner QP burger 50% off. 

Dog Haus

Cheeseburger with a toasted brioche bun, beef patty, melted white cheese, shredded lettuce, pickles, diced onions, and orange sauce.
(Dog Haus)

Purchase a cheeseburger through your Dog Haus Rewards account on Friday to receive a reward for a free cheeseburger to use on a future visit.

Eddie Merlot’s

Order online to get a Prime Cheeseburger with house-made potato chips for just $15 on Friday.

Farmer Boys

Cheeseburger on a toasted bun with a beef patty, melted yellow cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions, and creamy sauce.
(Farmer Boys)

Very Important Farmer members can get a Big Cheese cheeseburger for just $3.99 on Friday.

Firebird’s Wood Fired Grill

Join Firebirds’ Inner Circle loyalty program before Friday to receive a $10 welcome gift redeemable when dining in.

Five Guys

Use code BOGOBURGER online or through the Five Guys app to get a BOGO burger offer now through Friday.

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers

Triple-patty cheeseburger with crispy bacon, melted American cheese, lettuce, pickles, sliced onions, mustard, and a toasted bun.
(Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers)

Freddy’s Rewards members can get 50% off any Freddy’s Triple Steakburger, excluding the Prime, from Friday to Sunday.

Grubhub

Grubhub is offering a BOGO on Burger King’s Whopper Jr. and a free Wendy’s Baconator on orders of $20 or more on Friday. New diners get 20% off (max $11) on orders of $55 or more from Outback Steakhouse now through Sunday. And enjoy $0 delivery and service fees on restaurant orders over $50.

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Hardee’s

Hardee’s My Rewards members can redeem a BOGO on the Hardee’s Famous Star, a quarter-pound beef burger with American cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, sliced onions, dill pickles, Special Sauce and mayonnaise on a brioche-style bun. Find the offer in the Hardee’s app on Friday.

Huddle House

Free burger? That’s right. Huddle House rewards members can get a free single smash burger on Friday.

Kraft

Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid in a red Chiefs cap and jacket holds an open Kraft Singles briefcase filled with individually wrapped cheese slices, with a cheeseburger and stacks of cheese packages on the table.
(Kraft)

What’s a cheeseburger without the cheese? Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid is giving you the opportunity to win free Kraft Singles for life. 

Krystal

Make any $5 purchase in the Krystal app on Friday and receive two free Original or Cheese Krystals.

MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes

MOOYAH rewards members can redeem a BOGO burger offer Sept. 18 via the MOOYAH app.

Red Robin

Red Robin is giving away free burgers in its Cheeseburger Day sweepstakes. To enter, comment on Red Robin’s National Cheeseburger Day post on Instagram or Facebook and fill out an entry submission here.

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Shake Shack

Use code BURGERDAY on the Shack App, web or kiosk to get a $5 single Shackburger or single Cheeseburger with any purchase on Friday.

Smashburger

Close-up of a cheeseburger with a toasted bun, beef patty, melted American cheese, pickles, red onion, ketchup, and mustard, served in a basket at a restaurant.
(Smashburger)

Loyalty members can get any single Smash for just $1 on Friday.

Sonic

Sonic is dropping the price of its Jr Double Cheeseburger to just $1.99 on Friday when you order in store or through the Sonic app.

Sullivan’s Steakhouse

Order online to get a Signature Angus Burger with crispy fries for just $15 on Friday.

Tender Greens

Tender Greens rewards members can receive a free drink on Friday with the purchase of a Tender Burger or Tender Burger Plate.

The Capital Grille

Three gourmet cheeseburgers with toasted sesame-seed buns, thick beef patties, melted cheese, and assorted toppings arranged on a black serving board.
(The Capital Grille)

For a more upscale way to celebrate National Cheeseburger Day, The Capital Grille is offering its Wagyu & Wine event now through Nov. 15. Choose from three gourmet American wagyu burgers paired with a glass of wine. You can also upgrade your side of sea salt fries to a caramelized onion and caviar dip with housemade chips for $20.

Twin Peaks

Cheeseburger with melted cheddar cheese, pickles, tomato, lettuce, and onions on a toasted bun, served with fries.
(Twin Peaks)

Twin Peaks is dropping the price of its cheeseburger and fries to just $7.99 on Friday.

Wahlburgers

Cheeseburger with melted American cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and sliced onions on a toasted bun.
(Wahlburgers)

Wahlburgers is celebrating National Cheeseburger Day early on Thursday, with 50% off Our Burger or Our Burger Smash/HD Smash.

White Castle

Use promo code BOGOCHEESE to get a BOGO deal on White Castle’s cheese sliders from Friday to Monday.

Yardbird Southern Table & Bar

Yardbird is dropping the price of its grass-fed cheeseburger with crispy beef tallow fries to just $10 on Friday.

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