5 Pop Culture References for National Cheeseburger Day
Take a look at how cheeseburgers have been a part of pop culture for generations.
USA TODAY
If you’re craving cheese, September 18th is National Cheeseburger Day, the happiest food day in the world for all lovers of this classic cheese.
This delicious milk palooza flavor is everyone’s favorite topping. Almost three quarters of people said in a YouGov survey that they would like cheese on their burger.
Who invented one of America’s most popular sandwiches? Many people take credit for the honor, but according to the good folks of Pasadena, California, the cheeseburger was first made nearly a century ago by a 16-year-old short-order cook in a roadside hamburger stand.
Already hungry? Your favorite burger chains from Applebee’s to McDonald’s are offering great deals, from freebies to BOGOs. This is where you’ll find the beef.
When is National Cheeseburger Day?
National Cheeseburger Day is September 18th, but some fast food chains are celebrating with deals spread out over several days.
Applebee’s offers cheeseburgers and fries for $9
On September 18, Applebee’s is offering its Classic Cheeseburger, Classic Burger and Classic Bacon Cheeseburger with fries for $8.99. Order in the restaurant, online or via the app.
McDonald’s burgers for 50 cents
On September 18, McDonald’s double cheeseburgers will cost 50 cents each. Order via the McDonald’s app. Limit one burger per customer.
Wendy’s Bacon Cheeseburger for 1 cent with any purchase
From September 18th to 22nd, you can receive a Wendy’s Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger for 1 cent with any purchase at a participating restaurant. Order via the app or website.
Free Burger King cheeseburger with purchase
Burger King is celebrating all week. On September 18th, members of the Royal Perks loyalty program can receive a free cheeseburger with every purchase of $1 or more. Get a free Whopper Jr. with any $1 purchase on September 19th. On September 20th, Whoppers will be $3. On September 21st it’s “Buy one get one” (BOGO) at Whoppers. And on September 22nd you can receive a free order of onion rings with any $1 purchase.
Half price Carl’s Jr. cheeseburger
On September 18, Carl’s Jr. Double Cheeseburger is half price plus taxes and fees at participating restaurants. You must be a My Rewards user and order through the app or online.
Free cheeseburger from Dairy Queen with purchase
A Free Single Original Cheeseburger with any order of $1 or more (plus tax). Order via the Dairy Queen app or in-restaurant at participating locations. Limit one per customer.
On Tuesdays, Sonic cheeseburgers are half price
There is no cheeseburger deal on Monday, but you can order half-price cheeseburgers through the Sonic app on Tuesdays after 5 p.m.
Smashburger $5 Classic Singles
From September 18th to 20th, Smashburger is offering $5 Classic Singles (Classic Singles, Classic Single Turkey Burgers and Classic Single Black Bean Burgers). Order in the restaurant or online using the promo code SMASH23.