Living on the Cheap

How do you celebrate National Frozen Yogurt Day? Chilling out at Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt, of course.  With the shop’s sweet deal, grab a friend (and a spoon!) and enjoy your favorite frozen yogurt with toppings on the cheap. Image: Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt On Feb. 6, Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt is swirling a buy-one-get-one FREE cup of …

Looking for food deals near you? On the hunt for a cheap lunch deal today? Or are you searching for the best restaurant deals in the coming week? Look no further. Here we’ve rounded up the current food specials at Living on the Cheap, including free food, Monday night specials (and other weekday food deals), …

Bargain hunters can ring the dinner (or lunch) bell for savings with just a few bucks at Taco Bell.  Whenever the craving hits for the restaurant’s popular Mexican food, customers can enjoy a frugal feast — thanks to the restaurant’s popular everyday value menu.  Photo: Taco Bell The Mexican fast-food restaurant offers its Cravings Value …

For bargain hunters, there’s nothing corny about saving money, especially when it means dining on the cheap. Get a half-price Sonic cheeseburger when you order in the app.   Photo: Sonic Drive-In Sonic Drive-In occasionally offers discounted corn dogs, typically on major holidays or other notable days. (Any add-ons are extra.) There’s usually no limit, …

Did someone say FREE food? Chipotle Mexican Grill is already huge (including its iconic burritos!) with lots of loyal customers and fans. With more 30 million members, Chipotle Rewards is one of the largest and most successful loyalty programs ever. And the popular restaurant chain is making 2023 even bigger (and tastier) for members. Photo: …

Famished bargain hunters can get their fill of savings (and delicious food), thanks to this special from Applebee’s. For a limited time, Applebee’s is serving up an all-you-can-eat special (with endless fries and coleslaw, too!) for $14.99 at participating locations — dine in only.  Even better, you don’t need to just pick one, unless that’s …

Mmm…fries! Who doesn’t love McDonald’s fries? Especially when they’re fresh, piping hot and FREE! The chain’s “World Famous Fries” are made with premium potatoes, such as the Russet Burbank and Shepody. Fresh from the fryer, the fries are crispy and golden on the outside and fluffy on the inside. That’s what makes them so popular …

Mmm…chicken pot pie for only $5 It doesn’t get much better than enjoying some really good and satisfying comfort food — especially on a cold, wintery day. And, for many, one of the best comfort foods is the iconic chicken pot pie. There’s something so delicious about that flaky crust, savory sauce and bits of …

Sonic Drive-In has lots of many items many people crave. However, it’s even better when you can enjoy them at a bargain price. The popular fast-food restaurant just introduced a new limited-time value menu — Under $2 Craves. Photo: Sonic Drive-In Customers can enjoy items from the Under $2 Craves menu as a snack or …

Going to the movies is a fun adventure, but it can also take a big cut from your entertainment budget. That’s why bargain hunters are always “so dramatic” about saving money at the box office. It’s an essential part of the plot on how to go to the movies on the cheap.  And loyalty pays …

Arby’s has the meats! Fortunately, for hungry bargain hunters, the popular restaurant also has “the savings”! The fast-food chain offers a meaty deal on a few of its most popular menu items with its 2 for $7 Everyday Value menu at participating locations. Photo: Arby’s The value menu line-up changes periodically, so check first. In …