Who doesn’t get a craving to eat out every now and then? While a fast food breakfast,
lunch, dinner, or dessert sounds great, sometimes our wallets leave us with few options. Not
to worry. If you are living on a budget and watching those hard earned dollars carefully,
then the great news is that you can still dine out even while on a strict budget! All
you need to do is to look for restaurants and fast food joints that can accommodate
anyone’s spending limit. So grab all the change you can find under the couch cushions,
and let’s order up the top 10 fast food dollar menu items!
McDonald’s McChicken Is Tasty And Cheap
Anyone watching their dollars and cents who have a strong craving for a huge chicken McNugget
that is salty and peppery on a burger bun will be happy to learn that they are in luck!
One of the cheapest items available at McDonald's is the very affordable and delicious McChicken
sandwich! Not to mention, it comes with lettuce and loads of mayonnaise. Additionally, the
amazing McChicken is one of the cheapest items on the McDonald's menu, and anyone who is
on a tight budget can easily splurge on it and will love it too. Even though McDonald’s
has revamped its Dollar Menu over the years to include $2 and $3 items, the McChicken
is still on there for only a buck. The regular McDonald's menu items are not exactly pricey
as it stands, but for those on that student budget, you can easily go and enjoy the large
and tasty McChicken. Just follow the calling of those golden arches. And, if you want to
indulge and splurge a little more, enjoy that McChicken with an order of super tasty fries
that everyone absolutely adores. In fact, a McDonald's meal would not be complete without
the fries, but again, only if this kind of splurging fits within the budget!
The Sonic Mini Tots Won't Break The Bank
Think of Sonic and you probably think about their shakes and burgers because… well that’s
what they are known for. However, you are forgetting one thing! Sonic is also known
for its incredible tots. We wouldn’t want anyone to miss out by not ordering a small
cup of these crispy little potato tots! Not only are these tots too tasty for words but
they cost under a buck! How can anyone go wrong with buying a snack that is so incredibly
mouth-watering, for just pennies? Not that any of the menu items at Sonic will exactly
break the bank. However, each time someone orders burgers or shakes at Sonic, they would
be passing up something great if they didn’t get those fantastic and super cheap tots.
And, if the main meal happens to come with the tots anyway, then why not add some extra
tots for less than a dollar? Eating more without having to spend an arm and a leg should be
the goal of everyone who is watching their finances. This means you can go to Sonic and
enjoy a cup of tots without worrying about over spending.
The Wendy’s Buffalo Chicken Ranch Won’t Empty Your Wallet
It shouldn’t be a surprise that Wendy's would have items on their menu that are a
buck or two considering that they were the ones who first rolled the dice on the cheap
menu game! However, they have had to change things in order to keep up with the competition,
which caused them to increase their prices for business purposes. However, Wendy's still
found ways to keep most of their items quite cheap, such as their Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger
which come is in at under two dollars. And they are proud to let everyone know that they
have an item on their menu that is even cheaper than that! That item is the Buffalo Chicken
Ranch which is only a buck! Additionally, the Buffalo Chicken Ranch is super delicious
and incredibly tempting. How can anyone go wrong with a dollar meal that consists of
a delicious chicken sandwich that is dripping with rich Buffalo ranch sauce and is loaded
up with Monterey Jack cheese? You can’t! Not only does this delicious sandwich cost
only a buck, but it is loaded with so much protein, it should keep you full and energized
for hours. So if you’re looking for a really cheap and extremely filling meal there is
no question that Wendy’s is worth a trip!
The White Castle Cheese Slider Will Fit Your Budget
Buying a snack for just 30 cents is something that is virtually unheard of in this day and
age! White Castle is offering this modern day snack with a price from the 1950s. Whether
you’re living a frugal life or not, everyone loves a deal, and here is one to be had. In
most restaurants, buying a snack for 30 cents is definitely an old concept that simply does
not exist anymore. However, this is not the case for White Castle. People will be thrilled
to know that they offer their delicious Cheese Sliders for only 30 cents apiece. And if you're
feeling extra peckish then buy 3 of them for less than a dollar! These sliders are bursting
with flavor from grilled onions, cheese, and an added pickle served on a steamy, mouth-watering
bun. The taste alone is worth a lot more than 30 cents! The bonus is that they are. Do the
math and anyone can easily enjoy a meal of 10 of these sliders for only $3 bucks.
Options From Taco Bell’s Dollar Cravings Menu
Taco Bell makes it possible for anyone with a tight rein on their spending habits to still
eat out. Even those on the tightest of budgets will be able to indulge in not one, not five,
but 11 items that are featured for a buck on their Dollar Cravings Menu! This is a fantastic
selection for only $1. Having 11 choices is great news for those who don't want to be
restricted to only buying one cheap item! Taco Bell's Dollar Cravings Menu features
their Shredded Chicken Mini Quesadilla, Beefy Fritos Burrito, Triple Layer Nachos, and their
well-known Cinnabon Delights 2 Pack! For only a few bucks you can put together a complete
meal including dessert. And, for those that have a little more spending room, they can
always upgrade these dishes by adding extra fire roasted salsa, jalapeno peppers, and
guacamole! Those who want to eat on the cheap at Taco Bell for breakfast can also do so
because they offer $1 items on their Morning Value Menu such as the Mini Skillet Bowl and
the Sausage Flatbread Quesadilla. Needless to say, Taco Bell is doing what it can to
bring Mexican food to the masses. And with such a long list of dollar menu items, they’re
doing a great job!
Del Taco Has Cheap Options For Those On A Budget
If Taco Bell is not your thing and you still have a strong craving for Mexican food but
don’t have that much cash to burn, Del Taco is the place to go. All you need to do is
march right over to the Del Taco’s Buck & Under menu and then smile with delight as
you behold the variety of meals available to order for super cheap! For breakfast, those
keeping an eye on their dollars will want to get the amazingly delicious Chorizo Breakfast
Taco for under a buck! It is cheap, fast, tasty, and filling, and is a great breakfast
to eat on the go while on the way to work or class. There are also plenty of great lunch
and dinner options offered on the Del Taco’s Buck & Under menu. One such option is the
Crunchtada Tostada. The Crunchtada Tostada is perfect for those who are in the mood for
something crunchy that will fill them up. Loaded with cheese and refried beans, the
Crunchtada is a solid source of protein and will keep you full for a while. And, for those
not only on a strict budget but also a strict diet, get the Grilled Chicken Taco meal, a
lower calorie option for only a buck! To top it all off, those who are looking to give
their sweet tooth a treat will absolutely love the Real Strawberry Lemonade, all for
a buck or less!
A Dairy Queen Blizzard For 99 Cents But With A Catch
Unfortunately, many people sticking to a tight budget tend to skip Dairy Queen because they
no longer have a dollar menu. But that should not stop anyone from going there to enjoy
a cold, creamy, sweet treat just because they have eliminated their dollar menu. Just because
Dairy Queen doesn’t have an official dollar menu, they still do offer many of their treats
for a buck or less. However, there is a catch in many cases. For instance, if two people
have a craving for a Blizzard from DQ, they don't have to spend an arm and a leg to get
them! Yes, one of them will need to pay regular price for the first DQ Blizzard. But the second
Blizzard will cost only 99 cents! So technically if you split the cost of the two Blizzards
it’s not really a dollar menu item. But if you happen to be with a friend who doesn’t
know about this deal, let them order and pay for theirs first while you slap that buck
on the counter thus creating your own dollar menu. With that said, two friends or a couple
can enjoy a cheap snack out at DQ with this great special. Additionally, it’s recommended
to check out the other deals that DQ regularly offers! DQ is more than ice cream and they
also have delicious burgers and meals on their menu and special offers change throughout
the year. And for anyone looking to get their caffeine fix, you can order a small iced coffee
for only a buck! That is a steal when compared to many other places!
Breakfast At Dunkin’ Donuts For Pennies
Yes, it’s true that Dunkin’ Donuts is another fast food restaurant that does not
offer a dollar menu, but there is still some good news for those on a tight budget! You
can most definitely enjoy some of the Dunkin’ Donuts breakfast options for under a buck!
With that said, never write off a fast food restaurant because they don’t have an official
dollar menu. If you’re looking for a deal, there are savings to be had when you want
to nosh on the cheap. Dunkin’ Donuts definitely falls into this category. For those who don't
have time to eat breakfast at home or want a little extra treat to snack on later in
the day, you can always stop at Dunkin' Donuts to grab the Four Munchkins deal, a donut,
or a bagel for under $1. Anyone can enjoy a quick breakfast for only four quarters or
100 pennies! You can also enjoy a cheap breakfast at Dunkin' Donuts if you want to bring someone
else along! Dunkin' Donuts offers a special for those who want to get two Egg & Cheese
Wake-Up Wrap Sandwiches for only $2! Extra meat can be added to the sandwiches to make
them even more filling. However, in most locations, it will cost a little extra for those who
decide to do that. I guess if you can’t find anyone to share with, you’ll have to
eat both. Dunkin' Donuts also offers specials throughout the year, so it is a good idea
to keep an eye out. When it comes to donuts, why take a chance on possibly missing out?
Enjoy Timbits From Tim Hortons
Just as Dunkin' Donuts offers some of their menu options for under a buck, the same applies
to Tim Hortons. Now, there are not that many Tim Hortons franchises in the USA. They are
mostly located in cities that are close to the Canadian border. Those who do live in
one of those cities will not want to miss out on the goodies available at this chain
that won’t break the bank! Not only is Tim Hortons famous for their delicious coffee,
but everyone loves their Timbits (which are just like the Munchkins from Dunkin' Donuts)
available for under a buck. You will have to wait and be on lookout for the special
promotion, but when it does arrive you can get 10 of these delicious Timbits for only
a buck (or a Loonie in Canada) with the purchase of a beverage. Not that 10 Timbits are crazy
expensive on a regular day, costing only $2, or a Toonie for our northern friends. They
also offer other snacks for under $1 such as their donuts and their classic cookie!
So if you live in one of the Tim Hortons border cities and don’t want to wait around at
a very busy Dunkin' Donuts to get your Munchkins fix, no worries. You can satisfy that sweet
tooth with some Timbits for a buck or less at Tim Hortons.
Don’t Forget About The Cheap Options At Steak ‘n Shake
The one place not to forget about when it comes to getting amazing and cheap fast food
options is Steak ‘n Shake! In fact, they have 24 menu options that anyone can get for
under $4 which is a steal! Some of these items include the Triple Steakburger with fries,
and the Guacamole Steakburger, which of course, also comes with a generous serving of fries.
Don’t forget about their popular lunch options either. Such as their delicious Steakburger
Shooters for a stunning 89 cents! The great news for those who want to add cheese to their
order you will only need to fork over an extra dime. That’s right 10 cents. This means
people can enjoy Steakburger Shooters with cheese for less than a buck! And, for those
who want to grab a quick cheap breakfast at Steak 'n Shake, enjoy a filling Potato ‘n
Egg breakfast taco meal or the Sausage, Egg ‘n Cheese breakfast taco - also under a
buck! One other thing worth noting about Steak n' Shake is that they also offer cheap desserts!
Go for a Fruit ‘n Yogurt Parfait or an Oreo ice cream sandwich for only 99 cents.
With all of these choices, just crack open that piggy bank, and with a handful of change,
indulge in a meal or treat from Steak n' Shake. Dollar dining done right!
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