This week's food and dining deals - Kansas City on the Cheap

Here are the latest food deals and freebies in and around Kansas City from our writers and our partners at Living on the Cheap.

It’s always wise to make sure the deal is valid at the location you visit. Not all franchise owners participate in all national deals. And sometimes deals are offered for a “limited time,” with no published expiration dates.

National Cheeseburger Day deals 2026 - Who can resist a cheeseburger? National Cheeseburger Day on Sept. 18, 2026, gives you permission to have more than one burger complete with melted cheese and all the toppings. Restaurants join in the fun by offering some juicy deals on the cheesy day. Remember, local restaurants and other businesses may offer deals on this day,… Read more »
Free Double Cheeseburger at McDonald’s on National Cheeseburger Day - Say cheese! Cheeseburger lovers will definitely have something to smile about at McDonald’s on National Cheeseburger Day — Sept. 18, 2026. Just about everyone has enjoyed one of the Golden Arches’ popular cheeseburgers. And, for one day only, bite into one at a bargain price — FREE. Photo: McDonald’s On National Cheeseburger Day, Sept. 18,… Read more »
Free bucket of chicken wings at KFC - Football season is officially back! That means fans will be tackling lots of chicken wings throughout the season. ‘ In fact, chicken wing orders are the most popular game day food in NFL cities across the country — with a 25% increase in sales on game day (a.k.a. Sunday). And, for many fans, the best… Read more »
Free cookies, giveaways and deals at Insomnia Cookies’ Pajama Party - Are you awake? You can’t go to bed without a late-night snack! And a delicious cookie definitely hits the spot — especially when it’s fresh from the oven. Get ready to slip into your coziest PJs and satisfy those late-night cravings at Insomnia Cookies’ 8th annual PJ Party on Sept. 15, 2026. Join the fun… Read more »
‘Pirates’ enjoy free food at Long John Silver’s on Sept. 19 - Ahoy, ye frugal mateys! If ye looking for tasty treasures on the cheap, grab an eye patch and sail over to Long John Silver’s for a little fun and FREE food on Talk Like a Pirate Day. Image: Long John Silver’s On Sept. 19, 2026, talk like a pirate at Long John Silver’s and ye… Read more »
Wendy’s offers $1 Halloween Boo! Books with 5 free Frosty coupons + $1.99 Kids’ Meal - BOO! This Halloween offer from Wendy’s will definitely leave trick-or-treaters “in the cold”, but in the sweetest way possible. Rather than handing out candy on Halloween night, give the “little monsters” a lesson in saving money by dropping a sweet deal in their bag — a coupon they can redeem for a sweet treat. Wendy’s… Read more »
Get $2 breakfast sandwich every week at McDonald’s for limited time - Good morning, Ronald! McDonald’s is known for its signature breakfast sandwich the Egg McMuffin, among many other favorites. The iconic sandwich features a freshly cracked egg on a toasted English Muffin topped with real butter, lean Canadian bacon and melty American cheese. And, for a limited time, the popular fast-food restaurant is offering a discount… Read more »
Popeyes brings back $6 Big Box with big savings on menu favorites - Popeyes is opening up a big box of savings…again! Bargain hunters know that bundled meal deals are the best option to save money when dining out. They always offer more value than buying each menu item separately. And, if there’s more food than you can eat, you can always save the extra for a midnight… Read more »
Nothing Bundt Cakes gives away 300 free Confetti Bundtlets at every location - The nation’s largest specialty cake company, Nothing Bundt Cakes is bringing together its bakeries across North America for 10 Million Bites of Joy — a six-week movement designed to celebrate and spread joy, one bite at a time. From Aug. 24 through Oct. 4, 2026, the bakery shop will share 10 million bites of cake… Read more »
Enjoy $7 Big Meal Deal with four popular menu items at Sonic Drive-In - Everyone is hungry for savings these days, especially when it comes to dining out at restaurants. Dining out has become more expensive than ever, no matter if you’re going solo or eating out with the family. That’s why frugal diners are always looking for a discount, promo or coupon. And one of the best (and… Read more »
Dave’s Single is half-price every week at Wendy’s this college football season - College Football Saturdays are officially back! And, of course, you can’t watch your favorite team play without food and snacks on game day. For many fans, Wendy’s is the perfect place to pick up burgers, fries and Frostys for watching the game at home with friends and family. Photo: Wendy’s And, this season, the popular… Read more »
How to get a free bottle of Starbucks Sweet Cream — up to $8 - More sweet cream, please! Adding cream is a must for many coffee lovers. And there are so many options and flavors available to make your cup of coffee just right for you. However, creamer isn’t just for coffee anymore! Many consumers add a splash to their cup of tea, bowl of cereal (or oatmeal) or… Read more »
Footlong Sub for just $6.99 at Subway in September - All aboard, hungry bargain hunters! Frugal diners will definitely want to stop at Subway this month for lunch or dinner on a budget. The popular sub shop is offering a delicious deal as big as its iconic Footlong sandwiches — perfect for anyone hungry for value, quality and variety. Create your own custom sandwich at… Read more »
Get free boneless wings every week at Applebee’s during NFL football season - Football season is officially back! That means there will be weekly football parties with lots of gameday snacks on the table all season long — including the always fan-favorite boneless wings. And Applebee’s is the Official Grill + Bar Sponsor of the NFL. So, of course, they’re offering one of the hottest tickets in town… Read more »
Two large pizzas for under $10 at Little Caesars - You’re invited to the pizza party! Everyone loves Little Caesars because of its delicious pizzas and great value — perfect for frugal families and pizza parties on a budget. The restaurant offers one of the best deals on the much-loved pizza and that’s why it’s more popular than ever with bargain hunters. And, for a… Read more »
Endless Shrimp again at Red Lobster - Get ready to sail over to Red Lobster for big savings, shrimp lovers! When it comes to seafood, shrimp is at top of the list for many diners. However, dining out on shrimp can be expensive…very expensive. That’s what makes the popular seafood restaurant’s Endless Shrimp even tastier for those shrimp lovers without a jumbo… Read more »
Free Chicken Shack Sandwich or Lettuce Wrap at Shake Shack every week - Shake Shack is definitely known for its juicy burgers and creamy shakes, but there is also a delicious option for chicken sandwich fans on the menu. And, for a limited time, customers can enjoy big savings on a Chicken Shack Sandwich or Chicken Shack Lettuce Wrap every week at the popular restaurant. Photo: Shack Shake… Read more »
Applebee’s offers New Ultimate Trio for $14.99 - Appetizers, anyone? Applebee’s is serving up an appetizing deal for appetizer lovers! Appetizers are a tasty way to start a meal or, if you prefer, you could make them the main course. Either way, there are always lots of options for which ones to enjoy at restaurants. And, at Applebee’s, there are more than 80,000… Read more »
Sonic Happy Hour Half Price Drinks - Are you thirsty for savings? Look no further than Sonic Happy Hour! Sonic Drive-In’s Happy Hour definitely lets bargain hunters sip on savings in the afternoon, whether they’re in need of a quick break or enjoying a beverage with their meal. Every day, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., the drive-in restaurant offers a thirst-quenching Happy Hour… Read more »