Want to get more for your hard-earned cash when you nosh on fast food? If so, you should
check out these clever fast food menu hacks. The 10 Fast Food Menu Hacks That Will Save
You Money (Part 2).
Use Fast Food Chain Apps
These days, so many people are opting for fast food delivery or pick-up, via fast food
chain apps that offer some exciting hidden benefits. When you download these apps, you'll
be in line for special deals, and you'll also hear about sales as soon as they begin. As
you can see, it's possible to hack a fast food menu remotely, just by using an app to
find amazing deals on everything that you crave. One example is the Burger King app.
It provides users with access to coupons that are mobile-only, as well as secret deal promotions.
Same thing with the Mickey D's app. The McDonald's app offers mobile-only deals, information
about sweepstakes, and other exciting extras. Wendy’s app and KFC's "Order As You Go"
app are other options. These also provide exclusive offers. These types of apps are
useful and all major fast food chains offer them to customers. If you want the power to
save money as you customize your meals, skip line pick-ups by pre-ordering and pre-paying
and get information about fun contests, adding these apps to your mobile device will be a
smart strategy.
Order A Fill-Up From KFC Instead Of Buying Sides
If you want to get maximum value from a KFC order, you should know that opting for a Fill-Up
combo meal will be smarter than building a meal by ordering meal components separately.
With A Fill-Up, you'll spend less than you would if you ordered sides separately. As
you probably already know, the classic Fill-Up Meal is affordable. It costs just several
bucks, and it's a hearty meal option. There are so many Fill-Up Meals to choose from and
all are the same low price. You may select a Drumstick & Thigh meal, or a Famous Bowl
meal, or opt for Pot Pie, Chicken Tenders or Chicken Breast. With your Fill-Up, you'll
get a full meal which includes a cookie and a drink. Some Fill-Ups also come with biscuits. If
you wanted to build a meal by choosing a main and sides, plus a drink and dessert, you'd
need to pay more. These Fill-Ups are very popular because they are an economical choice
for customers. They allow customers to enjoy classic KFC taste without busting their budgets.
While sides at this fast food chain are also affordable, you're bound to spend more building
a meal than you would if you went for the Fill-Up combo meals. For hungry groups, there
is the option of a bigger, group-size Fill-Up, which is designed to feed four people.
Share A Small Fries At Five Guys
Five Guys make amazing fries, and they are amazingly generous with the portions. If you've
ever ordered small fries at this popular burger chain, you already know that you get a lot
of fries in that paper bag. Most people find that the serving size is generous enough that
they can share their small fries with a friend and still feel satisfied. If you want to save
some cash at Five Guys, consider splitting a small fries. It's a good way to trim down
the cost of a meal and you may find that even half an order of fries from this crowd-pleasing
fast food joint is equivalent to what you'd get if you ordered small fries somewhere else. This
is a good hack, as the fries offered by this fast food chain are well worth eating. Five
Guys puts a lot of care into their fries. They have a scientific system in place to
ensure top-notch quality in every single batch. First off, the fries are hand-cut. Five Guys leaders
know that most people are able to whip up tasty burgers at home, but have trouble making
perfect french fries in their homes. So, the team at Five Guys go all out to offer the
type of quality that is worth visiting a fast food chain to find. Potatoes used to make
the fries are sourced from Idaho and Five Guys buys 140 million pounds of them every
single year. The potatoes are mostly Burbanks. Sometimes, the restaurant uses Norkotahs,
from Washington, but only when the Idaho spuds aren't hard enough to fry effectively. The
potatoes are soaked in water after they're cut up. A blanching process is used to take
away starch. This is done so that the insides will cook properly, without the outsides burning.
The end result is delectable fries with just the right texture. Order them plain or go
for Cajun. Whatever you choose, you'll find that a small fries at Five Guys delivers good
value for the money.
Join Rewards Programs for Freebies
Technology is really revolutionizing the fast food industry and rewards programs are now
accessible online or through fast food apps. Some of these rewards programs are very lucrative
for members. They are meant to win customer loyalty, and they do. One example is the Starbucks
Rewards Program. When you become a Starbucks Reward member, you'll gather "stars" when
you buy Starbucks menu items. Every two stars equals one dollar. When you use the Rewards
program via the Starbucks app, you'll also have the chance to get bonus stars, which
makes it even easier to rack up enough stars to get free coffee or other Starbucks fare.
Another perk is access to Double Star days, where twice the typical number of stars are
awarded for purchases. If you're not using Starbucks Rewards or other, similar fast food
apps, you're missing out on big savings. You'll love the way that it feels to score free food
and drink just by purchasing stuff that you'd buy anyway. These apps provide customers with
a true VIP experience. Other examples of fast food rewards programs are the Dairy Queen
Fan Club, Burger King Rewards, and Chick-Fil-A One. McDonald's is giving Starbucks a run
for its money with its McCafé Rewards program, and this program has a high-tech and low-tech
option. To take part, peel stickers from your McCafé drinks. When you have 7 of these stickers,
you'll be allowed to redeem them for a coffee that is one hundred percent free. This is
the low-tech way to get free coffee from Mickey D's. The rewards program for McDonald's coffee
was integrated with the McDonald's app, so you can rack up rewards electronically, too.
Add Unlimited Veggies To A Subway Salad
If you want a heartier meal that's still really healthy, make sure to add a lot of veggies
to your Subway salad. When you do, you'll get more for your money and get lots of nutrients,
too. It's not just Subway subs that are available with unlimited veggies. The salads are, too,
and a lot of people don't know this. Adding these healthy and free toppings to a salad
will be a perfect way to enjoy an affordable lunch that does your body good. The Veggie
Delite sub is a perfect option for a meatless meal that doesn't cost a bundle. Since it
has no meat, there will be more room in the bowl for veggie toppings. People are really
embracing the whole plant-based thing these days. Just look at the way the Beyond Burger
is capturing everyone's imagination. Healthy salads that are heavy on the veggies are plant-based
meal options that offer nutrition without the meat. Whether you go meatless sometimes
or always eat the plant-based way, choosing a Veggie Delite salad and adding plenty of
veggie toppings will be a great way to enjoy good taste and crunch, without spending a
lot of money. Of course, Subway salads are also available with meat. When you choose
a salad with meat, you won't be able to get as many free veggie toppings in your bowl,
but you'll access more protein, and some people put a premium on getting protein with every
meal. Turkey Breast and Steak and Cheese salads are examples of Subway salads that do come
with meat protein.
Order In-N-Out Animal Style Fries Without Cheese
Celebs are always raving about the wonders of In-N-Out. Miley Cyrus, Gordon Ramsay and
Adele have all sung the praises of this popular burger joint. If you want to save a little
cash when you order at In-N-Out, go for the fries without the Animal-style cheese. You'll
save a couple of bucks or so. Fast food menus and prices change sometimes, so how much you'll
save will depend on current menu prices. If you've never tried Animal Fries, we should
let you know what they are. They are a secret menu item that are quite popular, which include
cheese, grilled onions and a secret spread. They are very hearty, but you'll need to pay
extra for those satisfying add-ons. Also, the cheese and spread will definitely bump
up the calorie count. While indulging in secret menu items is great fun, they are sometimes
expensive because they feature a lot of add-ons that really add up in price. Stick to plain
fries to save some money. Your waistline will thank you. Add-ons, whether they're from
secret menu items or not, help restaurants to generate big profits. Some people don't
really consider how much their add-ons are costing, and some add-ons are a lot more expensive
than others. Keeping orders simple, rather than opting for add-ons that boost your final
tab, will be a good way to save money on the cost of fast food. Keep an eye on add-on prices
at other fast food joints, too, such as Taco Bell, which is known for offering a dizzying
array of add-ons. Try to choose menu items that include plenty of ingredients for the
base price, or choose the cheaper add-ons to bulk up your meal. Another option is going
for the plainer menu items with fewer ingredients and just enjoying them, without a bunch of
costly add-ons.
Go Veggie At Chipotle
Chipotle Mexican Grill is a fast food restaurant that
has many loyal customers. Fashion designer Marc Jacobs actually proposed to his boyfriend
at Chipotle, with the help of a flash mob that danced to the Prince classic, "Kiss".
Marc chose to get down on bended knee at Chipotle because his boyfriend is a Chipotle devotee.
If you want more value from a Chipotle meal, consider ordering a veggie menu item, because,
when you do, you'll get free guacamole. Order a preferred bowl or burrito and then request
the free guacamole. Most people find that it's really easy to get the creamy green add-on
for free, although it may not be an absolute certainty at every Chipotle location. It's
certainly worth a try, as so many people have done it without a problem. Some people who
enjoy meat-free meals just don't know this important secret about Chipotle. There are
perks to going veggie and one of them is guacamole that doesn't cost even a penny extra. If you
want some extra hearty substance in your burrito or bowl, the free guacamole will fit the bill.
It'll taste great and help you to feel more satisfied.
Take A Krispy Kreme Survey
It's just so easy to get a free doughnut from Krispy Kreme. All that you need to do is buy
something at Krispy Kreme and look for the survey information on your receipt. When you
follow the directions and take the survey, you'll typically be rewarded with a free doughnut,
although perks for completing the survey may change from time to time. Since Krispy Kreme
doughnuts are absolutely irresistible to many people who have a sweet tooth, this survey
secret is a menu hack that everyone should know about. The survey process may take a
few minutes, but it's not too laborious or time-consuming. Krispy Kreme wants to learn
about you as a customer and will reward you for sharing your opinions and information.
The survey is available online, so it'll be easy to complete from your home computer or
mobile device. Data is so valuable these days. Fast food joints want data, just like
other companies do. They use the data to learn about their customers and what they want.
It's part of how they stay successful and edge out the competition. By giving Krispy
Kreme some information, you'll be rewarded. Your free doughnut will taste amazing. Free
food is always fun to eat.
Make Your Meal At Wendy's
If you want a filling meal that's cheap too, construct your own Chicken Ceasar Salad at
Wendy's by combining a Caesar Side Salad and Chicken Nuggets from the Everyday Value Menu.
You could also combine a Caesar Side Salad and the filling from a Grilled Chicken Wrap
or Spicy Chicken Wrap. A lot of people save cash at fast food restaurants by ordering
a couple of items from value menus and combining them into a whole new recipe. Sometimes, combining
these separate items creates a hearty meal that costs less than a ready-made meal with
the same types of ingredients. Always experiment with value menus. Do a little math to see
if combining value meal ingredients is cheaper than buying meals that already feature those
ingredients. When you begin adding up the cost of value menu items, versus the cost
of combos or other conventional menu items, you may find that big savings are available.
Plus, it's kind of fun to hack a menu by creating your own recipes out of value menu items.
It's a little bit creative, but not hard work.
Have it Your Way At Burger King
This little trick is so simple and effective. Instead of buying a bigger drink at Burger
King, go for a small drink and access yummy and thirst-quenching free refills. If there's
a freestyle machine at your local Burger King, you'll be able to have fun with the machine
while you grab your refills. Burger King has a value menu, too, like most fast food
chains do these days, so you may be able to hack the value menu by creating new recipes
from cheap value menu items. Add Onion Rings to a Bacon Cheeseburger or combine a Chicken
Jr. with a Double Cheeseburger to create a very another very filling option. Have fun
with it and look forward to savings too.
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