Friday brings several strong fast-food deals, including 24 KFC nuggets for $10, 10 Wendy’s nuggets for $1.99 and a $4.99 Friday sub at Subway.
Here are some of the best food deals available Friday, Aug. 28. Most offers are available only at participating locations, and prices, app requirements and availability can vary by restaurant.
KFC: 24 Nuggets for $10
KFC has one of Friday’s best deals for anyone feeding more than one person — or anyone simply looking for a lot of chicken for $10.
The chain’s weekday “Bucket of the Day” promotion features a 24-piece order of chicken nuggets with four dipping sauces for $10 every Friday at participating restaurants.
KFC expanded its popular $10 Tuesday promotion earlier this year by assigning a different $10 chicken deal to each weekday. Monday and Friday share the 24-piece nugget offer.
Participation can vary, so customers should check the KFC app or their nearest restaurant before ordering.
Wendy’s: 10-Piece Nuggets for $1.99
Wendy’s has rolled out a new deal that is available seven days a week, making it one of the better Friday app offers.
Wendy’s Rewards members can get a 10-piece order of classic or spicy chicken nuggets for $1.99 with an additional purchase.
The deal must be claimed through Wendy’s digital offer system and is available at participating U.S. restaurants for a limited time.
For comparison, a regular 10-piece nugget order can cost considerably more, making the $1.99 offer one worth checking before placing an order.
Subway: $4.99 Black Forest Ham Sub
Subway’s new Fresh Value Menu includes a different $4.99 six-inch sandwich each day of the week.
Friday is Forest Ham Friday, featuring a six-inch Black Forest Ham sandwich for $4.99 at participating restaurants.
Customers can also turn the Sub of the Day into a meal by adding chips and a drink for $2 more.
Subway also has several other items under $5 on its Fresh Value Menu, including $3.99 Deli Faves and Protein Pockets.
McDonald’s: Free Medium Fries With $1 Purchase
McDonald’s Rewards members can still get free medium fries with a minimum $1 purchase through the McDonald’s app.
The offer can be used once per week through Oct. 4 at participating locations. McDelivery orders are excluded.
Breakfast customers can also find a $2 breakfast sandwich offer once per week in the app. Eligible choices include select favorites such as the Egg McMuffin, Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit and Sausage, Egg & Cheese McGriddles.
If you have not used either weekly deal yet, Friday is a good opportunity to claim one.
Potbelly: Half-Price Shakes After 2 P.M.
Friday afternoon also marks the beginning of Potbelly’s weekend shake promotion.
Potbelly Perks members can get a hand-dipped shake for half price with a purchase of at least $5 beginning at 2 p.m. Friday.
The promotion continues throughout Saturday and Sunday and can be redeemed through Potbelly’s digital ordering system or at participating shops when customers use their Perks account.
Sonic: $1.99 Menu and $7 Big Deal Meal
Sonic continues to offer several everyday value options that are also available Friday.
Its $1.99 Menu currently includes selections such as the Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger, Garlic Parmesan Ranch Crispy Tender Wrap, Vanilla Soft Serve Cup and small Barq’s Root Beer Float.
For customers wanting a full meal, Sonic’s $7 Big Deal Meal includes a Sonic Cheeseburger, small Premium Chicken Bites, a medium drink and medium fries or tots.
Check the Restaurant App Before Ordering
Restaurant apps have increasingly become the first place to look for the best fast-food discounts.
Wendy’s, McDonald’s and several other chains require customers to use a rewards account or digital offer to receive some of their lowest prices, while other deals may vary from one franchise location to another.
Before heading out Friday, check the restaurant’s app for the exact offer available at your location. A minute of checking before ordering can sometimes knock several dollars off the bill.
