Burgers are getting the spotlight this Wednesday, May 28, for National Hamburger Day — an unofficial but mouthwatering holiday celebrating one of America’s most beloved foods. While the exact origin of the hamburger is still debated, there’s no confusion about where to find a deal.
Here’s a roundup of places offering freebies and discounts across Illinois:
Buffalo Wild Wings
Get any burger for half price on Wednesday, including the All-American Cheeseburger and the Triple Bacon Cheeseburger, for takeout or delivery. Use promo code GOBURGER in the app.
Burger King
Members of the BK rewards club can score a free hamburger with any $1 purchase on Wednesday.
Checkers
Through Friday, the Cheese Double combo is just $3.
Dairy Queen
Rewards members who buy one Signature Stackburger can get a second one free through Sunday via the DQ mobile app.
Dog Haus
Rewards members receive 25 bonus points with the purchase of any Haus Burger or Big Belly Burger on Wednesday.
Eddie Merlot’s
From 4 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, grab Eddie’s Prime Cheeseburger — made with ground filet, New York strip and ribeye — for $15.
Shake Shack
Get a free ShackBurger with any $10 purchase through Sunday. Order via the app, online or kiosk and use promo code BURGERMONTH.
Smashburger
On Wednesday, any single burger costs $5.28. The offer is valid in-store or online with code JUST528.
Sullivan’s Steakhouse
From 3 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, the Signature Angus Burger is available for $15.
Wahlburgers
Through Thursday, get half off all Brothers’ Choice Burgers — the Our Burger, BBQ Bacon, and O.F.D. — using code HAMBRUGERDAY online or in the app. Offer not valid on third-party delivery platforms.
Wayback Burgers
Classic Burgers are just $5 on Wednesday in-store or online for rewards members. Not valid through third-party delivery services.
Wendy’s
From Wednesday through Sunday, customers using the Wendy’s app can get a Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger for just one cent with any other purchase.
White Castle
The chain is celebrating National Hamburger Month with ongoing deals, including sliders for 25 cents during “Slider-bration” events and other limited-time promotions.
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