Love getting more bang for your buck? Thanks to yet another fast food war between the big chains, there's been an influx of affordable – and delicious – value meals landing on menus across Canada and the US. To help you navigate the rival offerings, we’ve scoured the options to find the greatest fast food value meal deals around, from limited-edition treats to long-time combo favorites.
Click or scroll through our gallery to discover the top 27 money-saving meals from your favorite fast food joints, counting down to the best of all.
We’ve based our ranking on the value offered by each meal, and on the opinions of our well-traveled (and well-fed) team. This list is unavoidably subjective. Deal prices are in USD, unless otherwise specified, and were correct at the time of publication.
Culver’s is known for its giant Butterburgers, but fans of the chain should also give the fried fish options a try. Starting from $13.29 ($19 CAD), the North Atlantic Cod Dinner is guaranteed to satisfy any seafood cravings. It features hand-battered cod with your choice of sauce (think house-made tartar, cocktail, ketchup, and Ken’s Boom Boom Sauce) and two hearty sides (from crinkle-cut fries to mashed potatoes and gravy). There’s an equally tasty jumbo shrimp version, too.
Starting life in 1969, Mary Brown’s quickly became a fast food favorite loved for its fried chicken delights. Fast-forward to today and the brand operates around 300 locations across Canada. The chain offers a few different combo options which are adored by the nation, including the classic Big Mary Original. Priced at $13.49 CAD ($9.45), it features a crispy chicken breast, lettuce, and mayo, all sandwiched inside a sesame seed bun and served alongside fries or Taters (crispy-style wedges) and a small soda.
More into your breakfast bites? Canadian food lovers can get their fix courtesy of Wendy’s super affordable – and very delicious – deal. This combo offer allows customers to enjoy the chain’s moreish Egg BLT, which comes stacked with a freshly fried Canadian egg, applewood smoked bacon, crispy lettuce, tomato, and mayo on a flaky croissant. Priced at $7.99 CAD ($5.60), it comes served alongside a small drink and seasoned potatoes.
This fast food chain may be best known for its frozen treats, but that hasn’t stopped Sonic from offering a selection of brilliant, affordable, and delicious combo meals. A fan favorite is the Cheesy Bacon Stack Combo, featuring a beef patty with crispy bacon, American cheese, pickles, onion, ketchup, and mayo, sandwiched between two slices of Texas-style toast. Priced at $11.29 ($16.10 CAD), it's finished with either fries or tater tots and a soft drink. Sonic also has a $1.99 ($2.80 CAD) value menu, including everything from double cheeseburgers to chili cheese Coneys.
Established in 1921, White Castle has been slinging sliders for over a century – and thankfully, you can still get a good deal on them. The chain, home to over 300 US locations, offers a variety of tempting deals worth snapping up, but the classic 1921 Slider Combo, featuring two sliders topped with caramelized onions, cheese, lettuce, and pickles, plus fries and a drink for around $10 ($14 CAD), is a fan favorite.
This Louisiana-born chain was founded in the mid-1990s and quickly garnered a cult following for its crispy chicken fingers. The brand offers a year-round combo deal, featuring three fingers, crinkle-cut fries, a pot of its signature sauce, Texas toast, and a soft drink starting from $8.79 ($12.55 CAD). Fans can take it up a notch by adding more fingers or swapping to a chicken sandwich for an extra cost.
Those in need of a morning boost can get their fix courtesy of Tim Hortons and its $6 Breakfast Bundle. The brand’s deal allows both Canadian and US customers to get their hands on two breakfast items for $6. Choose between an English muffin or biscuit sandwich stuffed with a choice of sausage, egg, cheese, and bacon.
Making waves since launching in California in 1964, Del Taco has become one of America’s best loved and biggest Mexican-inspired chains. Its latest deal is hard to resist and invites US customers to order two tasty shrimp tacos for just $6 ($8.50 CAD). Two soft flour tortillas come stuffed with breaded jumbo shrimp, shredded cabbage, pico de gallo, and a savory secret sauce. Served with wedges of lime, it’s a limited-edition offer worth seeking out.
Sub lovers can get their value meal hit thanks to sandwich giant Jimmy John's and its Original Combo offering. Starting from around $10 ($14.20 CAD) depending on where you're based, diners can choose any eight-inch original sub, from The Pepe (ham, provolone, lettuce, tomato, and mayo) to the Totally Tuna (tuna salad, cucumber, lettuce, and tomato). This carb-packed offering comes with a choice of side (think potato salad, chips, pickles, or cookies) and a soft drink. You can add on extras, too, from drinks to a dessert.
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Fast food wraps come and go, but KFC’s crispy chicken options have won over Canadian hearts. Which is why the brand’s Snacker Wraps combo is proving increasingly popular. Fans can get their hands on two wrap options for $5 CAD ($3.50); choose between the classic or spicy, featuring crispy tenders, shredded lettuce, and pepper or spicy mayo, or try something different with KFC's new Hot Honey Wrap, complete with Mike's Hot Honey.
Home to over 900 locations across 17 states, Zaxby’s has become renowned for its fried chicken options. For the cheapest bundle filled with lip-smacking bites, try the Big Zax Snak Meal. Priced at $8.29 ($11.80 CAD), this menu stalwart has been pleasing customers with its selection of three hand-breaded Chicken Fingerz, Zax Sauce, Texas toast, crinkly fries, and a soft drink. You can upgrade to a larger size for less than a dollar, too.
Popeyes is a welcome addition to the value meal wars, and its 2Pcs Chicken Combo Meal is well worth taking advantage of. In Canada, this option features two chicken pieces that have been marinated for 12 hours, then hand-battered and fried to crispy perfection. It comes with a side (think coleslaw, fries, or mashed potatoes), a soft drink, and a biscuit, starting from $8.99 CAD ($6.30). In the US, a similar version is available and is priced at $13.99 ($20 CAD).
Giving Taco Bell a run for its money, Taco John’s has been serving up tempting tacos since 1969. Now with over 250 locations across 23 states, it’s made a name for its delicious options. The chain unveiled its newest value meal in February 2025, and fans have been ordering it at lightning speed ever since. The deal includes two NACHO Taco Bravos priced at $6 ($8.50 CAD) and sees nacho cheese and refried beans smothered onto soft tortillas, wrapped around a crispy shell brimming with beef, Cheddar cheese, taco sauce, and lettuce. It’s indulgent, delicious, and great value for money.
Famed for its delectable donuts and creamy coffee, Dunkin’ is one of America’s most popular fast food joints and it’s constantly winning over customers with its affordable deals. The latest morning offering priced at $6 ($8.50 CAD) includes a sausage, egg, and cheese croissant sandwich, medium hot or iced coffee, and a portion of crispy hash browns.
Fast food giant Burger King knows a thing or two about combo meals, and its latest is sure to satisfy everyone. This thrifty deal allows Canada-based fans to get either a Whopper Jr. or Chicken Jr., small fries, and a soft drink for $5 CAD ($3.50). Those looking for a heartier option can opt for the 2 Sandwiches Mix & Match, which allows you to pick and choose between five tasty options (think Quarter Pound King, Big Fish Sandwich, and Original Chicken Sandwich) and enjoy two sandwiches for $11 CAD ($7.70).
Love fresh fish but not so keen on the hefty price tag? Seafood specialist Captain D’s has come up with a deal sure to keep fish fans happy. Priced at $5.99 ($8.50 CAD) per combo, you can get your hands on a range of tempting offers; choose between the 2 Piece Fish & Fries (battered fish fillets, fries, and hush puppies), Fish, Shrimp & Fries (butterfly shrimp, one fish fillet, fries, and hush puppies), or Crab Cake, Fish, & Fries (crab cakes, battered fish fillet, hush puppies, and your side of choice).
If you’re more of a night owl, Harvey’s has a selection of irresistible late-night deals worth knowing about. The Canadian chain, founded in 1959 in Ontario, is famous for its burgers – and its Jr. Cheeseburgers are a real crowd-pleaser. After 8pm and customers can get their hands on two for $5.49 CAD ($3.80). A side of Classic Poutine is also only $5 CAD ($3.50) after this time, making it the perfect accompaniment.
This California-born chain has been feeding hungry fast food fans since 1951, so it certainly knows a thing or two about deals that draw in customers. Jack in the Box currently runs a range of offers, including two for $3.49 ($5 CAD) on Jr. Chicken Sandwiches. Hugely affordable and downright delicious, it's a deal that's hard to resist. Taco lovers can also indulge for as little as 99c ($1.40 CAD) for two.
Set up in 1964, Arby’s is one of America’s greatest sandwich chains, so naturally its $6.99 Big Crispy Meal Deal was a guaranteed hit with fans. The offer allows US customers to choose a main (Crispy Fishy Sandwich, Fish ‘n Cheddar Sandwich, or Crispy Chicken Sandwich), a side (curly fries, crinkle fries, potato cakes, jalapeño bites, or 6pc mozzarella sticks), and a small drink all for just $6.99 ($10 CAD).
You might usually hit up Dairy Queen for a frozen Blizzard, but the fast food chain also offers some pretty good value meals. Priced at $7 ($10 CAD), US customers can choose between either three crispy chicken strips or a cheeseburger, with a side of fries, a soft drink, and an ice cream sundae. Fans can level it up a notch and upgrade the sundae to a small Blizzard Treat for just $2 ($2.85 CAD) extra.
Those looking to satisfy Whopper cravings should draw their attention to Burger King’s Trio for $7 ($10 CAD). Available across the US, this low-cost deal includes a choice of three of the following: Whopper Jr., Chicken Jr., Bacon Cheeseburger, 8pc Chicken Fries, medium French fries, or a medium soda. Hearty and delicious, it's a deal worth getting excited about.
Combo meals are great for affordability, but they can often be quite restrictive. Thankfully, Taco Bell has come up with a solution that’ll keep even the fussiest of eaters happy. Available in the US, the Build Your Own Cravings Box allows diners to choose a specialty dish (either the Crunchwrap Supreme, Cheesy Gordita Crunch, Chalupa Supreme, or Cheese Quesadilla), a classic (think crunchy tacos and beefy burritos), a side (chips, Cinnamon Twists, or cheesy potatoes), and a soft drink for $5.99 ($8.50 CAD).
Regional fast food chain Krystal is giving the big brands something to think about with its $4.99 ($7.10 CAD) meal deal. Famed for its petite hamburgers, the offer includes two Krystals with pickles, onion, and sauce, alongside a choice of fries or tater tots, and a small soft drink. It’s simple, delicious, and easy on the wallet.
It wouldn’t be a fast food war without KFC getting involved, and the fried chicken giant has outdone itself with its Taste of KFC offering. A range of mouthwatering options are included in the $5 ($7.10 CAD) deal, meaning diners can look forward to chowing through two crispy chicken pieces, creamy mashed potatoes and gravy, and a buttery biscuit. Fans can level it up by opting for a four- or six-piece chicken inside.
The combo that kickstarted the original 2024 fast food value meal war, McDonald’s $5 ($7.10 CAD) meal deal is hard to beat. Still available in 2025, the chain is offering US customers the chance to get their hands on four McNuggets, a small fries, a soft drink, and the choice of either a McChicken sandwich or McDouble cheeseburger, all bundled into the thrifty deal. Initially launched for a limited four-week period, the deal has been extended multiple times since – here's hoping it sticks around permanently!
Famed for its Crunchwrap Supreme, Taco Bell entered the fast food value meal wars with a deal stacked with flavorful items. Priced at $7 ($10 CAD), the Supreme Luxe Box comes complete with a Chalupa Supreme (fried chalupa bread with beef, cheese, sour cream, tomatoes, and lettuce), a Beefy 5-Layer Burrito, Crunchy Taco, chips with nacho sauce, and a medium drink. If you’ve got a sweet tooth, the chips can be subbed for Cinnamon Twists. There are equally delicious $5 ($7.10 CAD) or $9 ($12.85 CAD) boxes available too.
A firm favorite since the day it launched in 2019, Wendy’s Biggie Bag is brimming with the chain's popular menu items. With six combinations available, including the Bacon Double Stack (two beef patties with smoked bacon, cheese, pickles, onion, and sauce) and the Crispy Chicken BLT (chicken patty with smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, cheese, and mayo), it’s a steal for only $5 ($7.10 CAD). Each meal comes alongside four nuggets, fries, and a soft drink.
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