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.

Buy-one-get-one deals at Shake Shack this November - Had enough turkey and stuffing this month? Feast on savings this November at Shake Shack! The popular eatery is showing customers a little gratitude with a juicy buy-one-get-one deal on its signature burger— from Nov. 12 to 30, 2026. It’s the perfect excuse to take a “bargain break” from running holiday errands with friends and… Read more »
Red Cup Day 2026 at Starbucks: Get free collectible reusable red cup on Nov. 17 - For many, it’s just not the holidays without seeing those ubiquitous Starbucks holiday cups everybody’s hand. Plus, there are the popular café’s seasonal drinks everyone has come to enjoy every November and December — perfect on a cold, wintry day or for taking a break from the busyness of holiday shopping. Photo: Starbucks from 2025… Read more »
Thanksgiving Feast 2026 for 10 at $3.50 per person at Walmart - It’s time to get the grocery list ready for Thanksgiving 2026! The festive feast can be expensive for many families. That’s why bargain hunters are quick to gobble up any savings they can find on all of the holiday meal’s essentials — including mashed potatoes, stuffing, cranberry sauce and, of course, turkey. And, this year,… Read more »
‘Tattooed’ customers get buy-one-get-one deal at Chipotle on Friday the 13th - Are you feeling lucky on Friday the 13th? There are three “Friday the 13th” dates in 2026. And the final one this November promises to be a very lucky day for Chipotle fans. The popular restaurant is marking the historically “unlucky” day with a big deal for loyal customers who want to show off their… Read more »
Wendy’s celebrates Frosty Day with free sweet treat on Nov. 15 - For the second year, Wendy’s is celebrating its iconic sweet treat with Frosty Day on Nov. 15, 2026. And what do you get someone to celebrate the sweet day? A FREE Frosty, of course! The popular fast-food restaurant continues to swirl its two classic Frosty flavors of vanilla and chocolate, as well its limited-time Frosty… Read more »
Corn dogs 99 cents at Sonic Drive-In on Nov. 19 - Extra mustard and savings, please! For bargain hunters, there’s nothing ever corny about saving money, especially when it means dining on the cheap. Image: Sonic Drive-In Sonic Drive-In occasionally offers discounted corn dogs for one day only on select dates, typically holidays or other notable days. (Any add-ons are extra.) There’s usually no limit, so… Read more »
New $8 QPC Meal at McDonald’s for limited time - Meal deals are a requirement for hungry bargain hunters, especially now when dining out with friends and family. It’s one of the best opportunities to enjoy a full meal at a discounted price versus paying for each item at regular price individually. And McDonald’s just introduced its new QPC Meal — available for a limited… Read more »
Baskin-Robbins Savings on the 31st of the Month - Baskin-Robbins’ popular Celebrate 31 special is returning! Baskin-Robbins was founded on one sweet and simple concept: Ice cream should be an everyday treat and there should be a new flavor to enjoy every day. That’s why Baskin-Robbin’s founders, Burt and Irv, launched 31 flavors — so ice cream lovers could lick a new delicious flavor every… Read more »
How to enjoy free Thanksgiving dinner at home this year - This year, it isn’t a question of “Where can you get a free turkey for Thanksgiving?, but “Where can you get a Thanksgiving dinner for free?” For the seventh year, Ibotta is offering its “Thanksgiving Dinner On Us” program in an effort to feed millions of families this Thanksgiving. Free Turkey Let’s talk turkey first!… Read more »
Find easy, affordable Thanksgiving meal for six at Target for just $30 - Gobble! Gobble! Thanksgiving is the biggest feast of the year. And, more than likely, one of the most expensive for many families. That’s why bargain hunters are quick to gobble up any savings they can find on all of the holiday meal’s necessary dishes. And Target is helping customers serve up an effortlessly delicious Thanksgiving… Read more »
Crumbl launches Value Menu with bundles starting at $1.69 - Looking for sweet savings? Bargain hunters are always on the lookout for a good value menu. And Crumbl is joining the trend with the launch of its first-ever value menu at participating locations — starting Oct. 23, 2026. For just a few bucks, frugal cookie lovers can enjoy a sweet treat without breaking their budget.… Read more »
New Dave’s Single Combo Meal deal at Wendy’s - Make a lunch date with Wendy! Bargain hunters know that the best way to save money at most restaurants is to order the combo meal. Pay less for a meal overall than if you bought each item individually. And, fortunately, Wendy’s just introduced its new Dave’s Single Combo Meal for hungry bargain hunters. Photo: Wendy’s… Read more »
KCK Taco Trail offers National Taco Day Deals - The KCK Taco Trail includes nearly 60 local restaurants serving street tacos, Tex-Mex style tacos and more. Many of these venue are locally owned mom-and-pop shops. Guests craving a flavor-filled dining experience can sign up for the KCK Taco Trail pass and get great food and prizes as they eat their way through Kansas City,… 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 »