Affordability has long been a pillar of the fast-food industry.

Just two years ago McDonald’s wastalking upcustomer resilience despite price increases.

Looking for a satisfying bite to eat that won’t leave your wallet wishing you stayed home?

Whopper Jr. and French Fries at a Burger King restaurant.

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Here are the six best fast-food meal deals to score this summer.

In response, McDonald’s launched the$5 Meal Dealon June 25.

There is a major catch, though.

mcdonalds five dollar meal deal

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The $5 Meal Deal is only available for four weeks.

That’s some serious savings.

The drive-in chain says the new menu (nicknamed Fun.99) is a permanent fixture.

wendys breakfast deal of english muffin sandwich with hash browns

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The Fun.99 menu is as eclectic as it is affordable.

In the mood for a bit more in the morning?

burger king $5 your way value meal promotion

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sonic tray of milkshakes

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starbucks coffee and croissant from new pairing menu

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