Celebrate one of America’s favorite foods on National Cheeseburger Day! National Cheeseburger Day is Friday, September 18, 2026.
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National Cheeseburger Day Deals 2026
Unless otherwise noted, these deals take place on Friday, September 18, 2026. At participating locations only, so make sure to call ahead.
Applebee’s
On September 18, 2026, Applebee’s is serving up two Classic Burgers for $8.99 each. The two choices are Classic Burger, Classic Cheeseburger. Valid for dine-in, the Applebee’s website, or mobile app only. Not valid on third party deliver sites. No promo code is required.
Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar
On September 18, 2026, dine-in guests at participating locations of Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar can enjoy the limited-time Jalapeño Business with a classic side for just $10. The deal is not available for online ordering or third-party delivery.
Buffalo Wild Wings
On Sept. 18, 2026, Buffalo Wild Wings is offering a buy-one-get-one FREE Cheeseburger. The offer is not valid on lunch combo or kids’ menu burgers.
Burger King
Burger King will celebrate National Cheeseburger Day as part of a weeklong series of offers for Royal Perks members from Sept. 14–20, 2026.
The promotion begins Sept. 14, 2026 with a free Rodeo Burger with a minimum $3 purchase, followed by a buy-one-get-one Whopper Jr. offer on Sept. 15. Members can receive a free Croissan’wich with a $3 purchase on Sept. 16 and a free Hamburger with a $3 purchase on Sept. 17.
On National Cheeseburger Day, Sept. 18, 2026, Royal Perks members can receive a free Bacon Cheeseburger with a minimum $3 purchase.
The promotion continues with free four-piece Nuggets with a $3 purchase on Sept. 19 and a free Original Chicken Sandwich with a $3 purchase on Sept. 20.
The offers are available to Burger King Royal Perks members through the chain’s app and website. From press release.
DQ
In celebration of National Cheeseburger day, DQ is offering fans a free single Original Cheeseburger Signature Stackburgerwith any app or online order of $1 or more. To give fans a head start on the holiday, the digital deal runs September 14-18 and is available exclusively for new and existing DQ rewards members. More details in press release.
Denny’s
On September 18, 2026, Denny’s customers who purchase the Diner QP burger can receive a second Diner QP burger at 50% off.
Diner QP – Part of the new Triple Play menu, the Diner QP consists of a delicious, 100% all-beef patty (with 50% more beef than a quarter pound patty you’ll find at your local fast food joint), melted American cheese, topped with diced onions, pickles, mustard, and ketchup on a Brioche bun. Served with wavy-cut fries.
The Triple Play menu allows customers to build their own three course meal for $9.99, with a choice of drink, starter (maple donut holes or chips and salsa), and entrée.
Five Guys
From September 16 to 18, 2026, Five Guys is offering a buy-one-get-one FREE burger — in celebration of National Cheeseburger Day.
The offer is available only for customers with a registered Five Guys account — with promo code BOGOBURGER at checkout.
Limit one redemption per person.
Grubhub
Grubhub has these offers for National Cheeseburger Day:
- Burger King: BOGO Whopper Jr., 9/18
- Wendy’s: Free Baconator on orders $20+ for all diners, 9/18
- Outback: 20% off (max $11) orders of $55+ for new diners only, 9/14-9/20
- Plus, $0 delivery and service fees on restaurant orders over $50.
Hardee’s
On September 28, 2026, Hardee’s is offering rewards member a buy one, get one free deal on Famous Star. Hardee’s Famous Star® is a classic, made with a quarter-pound, 100% Angus beef patty, melted American cheese, special sauce and classic toppings on a toasted brioche-style bun. Participating locations only. My Rewards members will be able to unlock the offer in the Hardee’s app. New member who join on September 18 will unlock the offer instantly upon signup.
McDonald’s
On Sept. 18, 2026, McDonald’s is offering a free Double Cheeseburger with a $1 minimum purchase.
The deal is only available for MyMcDonald’s Rewards members.
Ruby Tuesday
In honor of National Cheeseburger Day on Friday, September 18, Ruby Tuesday is offering guests their choice of the following burgers and sandwiches with fries or tots for just $6.99:
- American Smashed Burger
- Ruby’s Cheeseburger
- Crispy Chicken Sandwich
- Grilled Chicken Sandwich
- Blackened Fish Sandwich
- Impossible™ Burger
Smashburger
Smashburger is offering SmashRewards members $1 Single Smashburgers on Friday, September 18, 2026. Choose from the restaurnats Classic Smashburgers to signature Builds. Add-ons cost extra. Available only for SmashRewards members. Limit one per person. Available in-restaurant, as well via Smashburger’s website or app. Participating locations only. Call ahead to verify.
Sonic Drive-In
On September 18, 2026, Get a Junior Double Cheeseburger for $1.99 at Sonic Drive-In when you order in store or via the SONIC app.
Wayback Burgers
Wayback Burgers is offering their Single Cheeseburger for just $3.50 on September 18, 2026. They have the deal on the front page of their website. Call restaurant for details and to make sure that your favorite location is participating.
More deals coming?
We are verifying more deals and will add them when available.
Double-Check Before You Head Out!
Deals offered by national chains are usually “participating locations only.” We can’t generally verify participation with a particular location, so we encourage you to contact the location to make sure. In addition, limited time offers can end without warning.
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