National Cheeseburger Day Deals 2025

We verified deals using reputable sources; always confirm in your local app. • National Cheeseburger Day is September 18, 2025.

It’s almost time to celebrate! We rounded up the best National Cheeseburger Day deals 2025—including app-only freebies, $5 burger specials, and limited-time offers you can grab on September 18. Check your local restaurants too, as many add last-minute specials. Prefer to DIY? Don’t miss our tried-and-true cheeseburger recipes below (and don’t forget a side of fries!).

Restaurant Cheeseburger Freebies & Specials (Confirmed for 2025)

• McDonald’s — Double Cheeseburger for $0.50 via the McDonald’s app on Sept. 18. Limit/participation may vary by location.
• Applebee’s — Any Classic Handcrafted Burger (Classic, Cheeseburger, or Bacon Cheeseburger) + fries for $8.99, valid dine-in & to-go on Sept. 18 only.
• Burger King — Royal Perks members get a FREE Bacon Cheeseburger with any $1+ purchase on Sept. 18. Check the app banner for your market.
• Smashburger — Classic Smash Double Burger for $5 on Sept. 18 at participating locations (check app/site for details).
• MOOYAH — Rewards/App members: free cheeseburger with purchase of fries & drink on Sept. 18 (participating locations).
• Dairy Queen — DQ Rewards: free Double Original Cheeseburger Stackburger with any $1+ app/online purchase, valid Sept. 15–19 at participating locations.
• Wayback Burgers — $5 Classic Burger on Sept. 18 (participating locations).
• Sonic Drive-In — BOGO Double Cheeseburgers via the app on Sept. 18 (plus additional value offers; see app for your location).
• Red Robin — Grab The Big Yummm Burger Deal for only $9.99 Features a Red’s Double Tavern Burger. Guests can choose their bottomless side such as Red Robin’s famous Steak Fries, plus a bottomless soda, lemonade or iced tea. At participating Red Robin locations.

Note: Offers may vary by location and time; most require a free rewards account and/or ordering in the app. Always check the app or local store page for your market.

Watchlist / Expected (Verify in App on September 18)

These brands frequently participate with one-day deals. Open each app on Sept. 18 to confirm the 2025 promos and any promo codes needed:

• Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar — Double Classic Smash Burger + side for about $10 (online/app/in-store) in prior previews; verify day-of in the app/site.
• Buffalo Wild Wings — Blazin’ Rewards: BOGO free burgers for dine-in, takeout, and delivery (market-dependent).
• BurgerFi — BOGO offers have appeared in past years (e.g., BOGO for $1 Single Cheeseburger); check app for 2025 specifics.
• Wendy’s — Historically penny or heavily discounted Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger with purchase (app-only); confirm when banners go live.
• Jack in the Box — Prior “Burger Week” promos included $5 Smashed Jack and BOGO/free Jr. Cheeseburgers on specific dates; check the app for 9/18.
• Portillo’s — Perks-member burger discounts have circulated in previews; verify locally before promoting.
• Native Grill & Wings — Bacon cheeseburger promo rumored; look for an official code or app tile day-of.

We list Watchlist items only when multiple reputable roundups mention them; still, treat as “possible” until the brand/app shows the live banner.

Our Favorite Cheeseburger Recipes to Make at Home

• Easy Cheeseburger Sliders — Juicy, crowd-pleasing sliders.
• Air Fryer Cheeseburger Crunch Wrap — Fast, crispy, and fun.
• Air Fryer Cheeseburger Egg Rolls (Copycat) — Party-perfect in under 30 minutes.
• Best Cheeseburger Stuffed Shells — Freezer-friendly comfort.
• Easy Cheeseburger Soup — Cozy, customizable, budget-friendly.
• Air Fryer Homemade Hamburgers — Simple and delicious.
• Cooking Impossible Burgers in an Air Fryer — Plant-based win.
• Cooking Beyond Meat Burgers in an Air Fryer — Meatless, quick, and tasty.

Tips to Save Even More on National Cheeseburger Day

1. Download the apps early (McDonald’s, BK, Smashburger, Sonic, Wayback, etc.) and enroll in rewards—most deals are app-exclusive.
2. Enable notifications—many brands drop surprise codes or activate tiles the morning of Sept. 18.
3. Check participation—offers can be regional or limited to certain locations/hours.
4. Stack smart—loyalty points + one-day discount (when terms allow) to maximize value.

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Final Thoughts

We’ll keep eyes on official brand pages and apps as September 18 hits. On the day, open the app first—most of the best National Cheeseburger Day offers are digital-only and go fast.

National Cheeseburger Day Deals 2025: FAQ

When is National Cheeseburger Day 2025?

Thursday, September 18, 2025.

Which restaurants usually have the best deals?

Historically strong options include Smashburger ($5 burgers), Burger King (free cheeseburger with $1 purchase for Royal Perks), McDonald’s ($0.50 Double via app), MOOYAH (free cheeseburger with qualifying purchase), as well as Wayback and Sonic app deals. Availability varies by location and year.

Do I need an app to get these offers?

Usually yes—most deals are app-exclusive and may require a free rewards account, a promo code, or a minimum purchase. Always check the brand’s app banner day-of.