As back-to-school season approaches, fast-food chains are offering special deals to help families save time and money. From discounted meals to exclusive rewards, these deals make it easier to enjoy a quick, filling bite on busy school days.

Discover the best back-to-school fast food deals: Affordable meals and snacks for busy families

Back to school doesn’t have to be stressful with these great-value deals from popular fast-food restaurants.

As back-to-school season approaches, many fast-food chains and restaurants are offering specials to help families save time and money. These affordable meal deals make it easier to grab a quick, filling bite to eat during the busy school days ahead.

With new deals popping up all the time, here’s a roundup of some of the best and cheapest fast food deals. Here’s part two of Fast Food Club’s back-to-school fast food deals.

Aunt Anne:

Through September 2, customers who purchase $30 in gift cards will receive a FREE $5 reward from Auntie Anne’s or Cinnabon, for a total of $10. Note that these rewards are redeemable on future visits and membership is required for online redemption. Rewards are valid through October 27, 2024. Visit www.auntieannes.com for full terms and conditions.

Bar Louie:

Teachers receive a 10% discount on food purchases until September 30, 2024. The offer is valid for orders in the restaurant upon presentation of a valid student ID.

BurgerKing:

Burger King Royal Perks members can receive a free King Jr. meal with a purchase of $10 or more. This offer is valid exclusively for loyalty program members through August 25, 2024. Designed for kids, the meal includes a choice of a hamburger, cheeseburger or chicken nuggets, a side (fries, onion rings or applesauce), a drink and a toy from the current assortment.

Cinnamon Bon:

Like Auntie Anne’s, customers who purchase $30 in gift cards through September 2 will receive a FREE $5 reward from Cinnabon or Auntie Anne’s, bringing the total reward to $10. These rewards can be redeemed on future visits. Membership is required for online redemption. Rewards must be redeemed by October 27, 2024.

Checkers & Rallies:

The popular drive-thru chain is offering new menu items and deals at participating locations nationwide through September 15, 2024. Budget-friendly options include:

• Roast Seasoned Chicken Tender Wrap (from $1.99)

• Bacon Ranch Cheeseburger (from $1.99)

• Chicken Bites Family Meal (Online Special, starting at $12.99)

• Upgrade any combo meal with a classic milkshake for just $1.00 more.

Fazoli’s:

Fazoli’s is offering a special back-to-school deal with its classic pasta dishes for just $4. Customers can choose between Fazoli’s regular spaghetti with marinara or meat sauce and fettuccine alfredo for just $4 and also receive free fresh-baked breadsticks. This offer is valid on dine-in, drive-thru and online orders with code BACK4SCHOOL and is valid through September 9, 2024 at participating locations.

Panda Express:

From August 22 through September 8, 2024, customers who place an online order of $30 or more in gift cards will receive an $8 bonus card. This promotion is available nationwide and online only.

Belly:

Potbelly is celebrating back to school with a buy one, get one (BOGO) sandwich deal. On August 27, customers can receive a free full-size sandwich with the purchase of an Original or Big Sandwich. To redeem this offer, use the promo code “BOGO” when ordering through Potbelly.com or the Potbelly app.

Schlotzsky’s:

Customers can enjoy a $5 pizza on Saturdays and Sundays after 5:00 p.m. through October 6, 2024. This offer is valid for in-store purchases at participating Schlotzsky locations.

Smashburgers:

From August 20-21, 2024, customers who place an online order of $25 or more in gift cards will receive a $5 coupon for a single Classic Smash Burger. This offer is available nationwide and online only.

Smoothie King:

From Monday through Thursday through August 29, kids can enjoy a free 12-ounce smoothie when they purchase any giant smoothie of 20 ounces or more at participating Smoothie King locations. This offer is valid between 2 p.m. and 2 p.m., as well as for store orders and rewards members through the Smoothie King app.

Wendy’s:

Wendy’s is offering a free kid’s meal with the purchase of a Premium Combo. This app-exclusive digital offer is available for a limited time at participating Wendy’s stores across the U.S. To redeem the offer, register and use it in the Wendy’s app.

What a burger:

Every Tuesday in August, Whataburger is offering a deal where kids eat free when you make a purchase that includes a kid’s meal. This deal is valid every Tuesday of the month.

Yoghurtland:

Yogurtland is making the back-to-school season even more special with a variety of catering options and exciting rewards for families and educators. Yogurtland also offers back-to-school-themed e-gift cards, perfect for celebrations like Teacher Appreciation Day.