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The Best National Cheeseburger Day Deals To Look Out For

National Cheeseburger Day is September 18, and several major restaurant chains are celebrating the holiday with discounted and free burgers. 

Restaurants across the country are offering deals ranging from $1 burgers to buy-one-get-one free offers. Whether you’re craving a classic cheeseburger, a triple steakburger or a side of fries, here are some of the best National Cheeseburger Day deals available this year. 

Applebee’s

Applebee’s is offering a one-day special for National Cheeseburger Day. On September 18, customers can get either a Classic Burger or Classic Cheeseburger plus fries for only $8.99.

The Classic Cheeseburger features an all-beef patty topped with two slices of American cheese, served with lettuce, tomato, onion and pickles on a Brioche bun. The deal is available for both dine-in and online orders placed through Applebee’s website or app. 

Buffalo Wild Wings

Although Buffalo Wild Wings is better known for its wings, they’re still offering a special deal on September 18. 

Customers who buy a regular-priced cheeseburger can get a second cheeseburger of equal or lesser value for free at participating locations

Burger King

Burger King is celebrating National Cheeseburger Day as part of its weeklong Perks Week, which runs from September 14 through September 20. 

On September 18, Royal Perks members can get a free Bacon Cheeseburger with a $3 minimum purchase. The offer is available through their app and website. Other Perks Week deals include a free hamburger September 17 and a free four-piece chicken nuggets on September 19, both with a $3 minimum purchase. 

Dairy Queen

Dairy Queen is also offering a week of deals — from September 14 through September 18, new and existing DQ Rewards members can get a free single Original Cheeseburger Signature Stackburger with a minimum app order of $1. 

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers

From September 18 through September 20, Freddy’s is offering 50% off any Freddy’s Triple Steakburger, with the exception of the Prime Steakburger. This deal is available through the Freddy’s Rewards app. 

The Triple Steakburger consists of three steakburger patties, cheese, mustard, onion and pickles on a toasted bun. 

Unlike many other deals on this list, Freddy’s promotion lasts throughout the weekend, giving cheeseburger fans more time to celebrate.

McDonald’s

McDonald’s is keeping their National Cheeseburger Day deal simple: spend $1 and get a Double Cheeseburger for free. 

On September 18, McDonald’s rewards members can get a free Double Cheeseburger with a $1 minimum purchase. 

Smashburger

Smashburger is also dropping its prices to the $1 mark. 

On September 18, new and existing SmashRewards members can get a $1 deal on any single smashburger at participating locations. 

From free Double Cheeseburgers to buy-one-get-one-free burgers, there are so many ways to celebrate National Cheeseburger Day without having to spend more than a few dollars. 

Mia Yoshimura is a member of the Spoon University National Writers Program.

Mia is a third-year student at The Ohio State University, pursuing a dual degree in Journalism and Strategic Communication with a minor in English on the pre-law track. She is a writer for The Lantern at Ohio State and is also involved in The PRactice, a student-run PR firm, and in the English Undergraduate Organization at her school.

In her free time, Mia enjoys trying new restaurants and cafes, traveling and singing karaoke with friends. She’s recently discovered her love for cooking and is always trying new recipes she finds on social media!