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For hungry customers, it seems likefast foodhas only gotten more expensive in recent years.

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Wendy’s

Savings are plentiful atWendy’s.

Bacon Cheeseburgercan cost as little as $1, as it was with Wendy’s latest promotion.

Last year, Wendy’s launched abreakfast sandwich meal dealwith Seasoned Potatoes starting at just $3.

mcdonald’s $5 meal deal

McDonald’s

In-N-Out Burger

In-N-Out Burger has kept its menu straightforward and simple since it was founded in 1948.

That simplicity has allowed the California-based fast-food chain to keep prices low.

Deals like85-cent Blizzardsare not uncommon, and its value menu includes hits like the$7 meal deal.

Wendy’s Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger

Wendy’s

KFC

KFC fans have had plenty to be excited about in recent months.

Whileprice hikes persist, there are still corners of Burger King’s menu where customers can save.

Taco Bell $7 Luxe Box

Taco Bell

In-n-Out—Cheeseburger Combo

In-N-Out

Dairy Queen $7 Meal Deal

Dairy Queen

KFC famous bowl on a white background

KFC

burger king Bacon Cheeseburger

Burger King