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Today, May 28, is National Burger Day — or National Hamburger Day, however you wish to say it.
The burger has been an American favorite for quite some time, and they’re often a go-to during the summer season with barbecues heating up.
Restaurants across the country are celebrating the special day with deals and freebies that can’t be beat, and some deals have been running all month long.
Here are the juicy offers to snag this National Burger Day:
Arby’s
Arby’s is taking a difference approach to National Burger Day. Starting Thursday, May 28 through Sunday, May 31, fans can get a buy-one-get-one deal from sandwich favorites such as the Classic Roast Beef, Beef ’n Cheddar and Crispy Chicken sandwich. The offer can be redeemed through the Arby’s app.
Burger King
Burger King is celebrating National Hamburger Day by offering Royal Perks members a free hamburger with any $3+ purchase at participating Burger King restaurants nationwide. Plus, Royal Perks members who make a $10 purchase can unlock up to four months of Spotify Premium for free, available for new to Spotify Premium users only.
Dairy Queen
Dairy Queen is offering customers $1 off any of its signature Stackburgers all week to celebrate National Burger Day. The offer includes the FlameThrower Signature Stackburger, Bacon Cheese Deluxe Signature Stackburger, Cheese Deluxe Signature Stackburger, Backyard Bacon Ranch Signature Stackburger and Original Cheeseburger Signature Stackburger.
Del Taco
From May 28 through May 30, Del Taco is offering buy one, get one free Double Del Cheeseburgers.
Emmy Squared Pizza
In honor of National Hamburger Day on May 28, Emmy Squared Pizza is debuting a limited-run Chopped Cheese, available nationwide, which will be available for $5 all day. The take on the New York classic features grass-fed beef, American cheese, red onion and bell peppers, served on a Martin’s potato seed bun with ketchup and pickles.
Fat Ronnie’s Burger Bar
On National Burger Day, the newly opened location of Fat Ronnie’s Burger Bar, located at 303 6th Avenue at Carmine, will be giving away its signature item, “Fat Ronnie” burgers to the first 100 guests, starting at 5 p.m.
Hard Rock Cafe
Hard Rock Cafe is marking the foodie holiday with deals on their Classic Smashed Burger between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. local time. Guests can snag a BOGO Classic Smashed Burger, featuring two smashed patties stacked with shaved yellow onions, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles and Legendary Sauce, all on a toasted artisan bun. Plus, global loyalty program members can get a free Classic Smashed Burger for Unity by Hard Rock.
Jack in the Box
Guests can get a free Jr. Jumbo Jack with any purchase of $1 or more on May 28 for National Burger Day. There’s also a limited-time Smashed Jack Sliders Munchie Meal for fans, which includes two sliders, two tacos, curly fries and a drink in a limited Surprise Cup, which comes with an entry for a chance to win a $75,000 grand prize.
Ruby Tuesday
On Thursday, May 28, Ruby Tuesday is offering guests their Single Patty American Smashed Burger with fries or tots, plus the Endless Garden Bar for just $8.99.
Shake Shack
Shake Shack has been celebrating National Burger Month all of May, and guests can score a free burger with any $10+ order when ordering through Shack App, online, at the in-store kiosk and in-Shack from now through May 31. To redeem, use the code “FREEBURGER.”
Plus, to celebrate National Hamburger Day, Shake Shack is offering a free ShackBurger for the week, from May 25 through May 31.
Smashburger
Guests at Smashburger this National Burger Day can enjoy any single-patty Smash Burger for $5.28. To redeem the offer, guests can mention the offer at checkout at participating locations nationwide or enter the promo code “528SINGLE” at checkout online or through the app. The offer does not apply to any items on the Smashburger $4.99 All-The-Time Menu.
Sonic
Any guest who spends $5 at Sonic through May 31 can snag a free Sonic Smasher or All-American Smasher. Plus, customers can get half-priced small classic shakes and $2 snacks this week.
Wahlburgers
Wahlburgers has been celebrating National Burger Month all May with giveaways, and it all culminates on National Burger Day, May 28, with the ultimate prize of an exclusive lunch with Chef Paul Wahlberg himself at one of the three Wahlburgers locations in Massachusetts. Fans are encouraged to visit @Wahlburgers on Instagram for full giveaway details, official rules and entry information.
Throughout the month, guests can also enjoy three limited-time signature burgers created by the three Wahlberg brothers: Chef Paul, Donnie and Mark. Burger choices include:
- Chef Paul’s Choice: The Our Burger made with “government cheese,” lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles and Chef Paul’s signature Wahl Sauce.
- Donnie’s Choice: BBQ Bacon Burger made with crispy bacon, fresh jalapeños, housemade BBQ sauce, white cheddar cheese and avocado
- Mark’s Choice: “O.F.D.” made with Swiss cheese, bacon, sautéed mushrooms and tomato jam on two Certified Angus Beef patties (can be made Mark’s made with “government cheese”)
Wayback Burgers
Wayback Burgers is celebrating National Hamburger Day with a one-day-only offer on May 28. Guests can enjoy a Classic Burger for just $5 at participating locations when ordering in-restaurant, online or through the Wayback app. The offer is limited to two burgers per person/order.
Whataburger
On Thursday, May 28, Whataburger Rewards members can get a free Whataburger when they order a medium fry and medium drink. To reedem the offer, just order online or scan the app in-store. Plus, every qualifying order also gives members a chance to win free Whataburger for a year. Up to 50 lucky fans will receive monthly offers loaded directly into their Whataburger app for a full year.
