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From KFC to Arby’s: The Best Thanksgiving Fast Food Deals for 2025

2025-11-21 07:29
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From Chipotle to Arby's, fast food restaurants are pulling out the stops for Thanksgiving 2025.

Alice GibbsBy Alice Gibbs

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As millions of Americans hit the road for Thanksgiving or prep for days of family cooking, fast-food chains across the country are rolling out holiday themed meals including limited-time dishes and budget-friendly bundles to ease the holiday stress.

From buy one get one free entrées to fully cooked turkeys, here are the biggest fast-food and casual-dining deals available ahead of Thanksgiving 2025. 

Chipotle: Thanksgiving Eve BOGO Entrées Return

Chipotle's buy-one-get-one (BOGO) entrée deal....

Chipotle is targeting what it calls one of the biggest hometown reunion nights of the year—the Wednesday before Thanksgiving—with a buy one get one (BOGO) entrée deal available in restaurants from 4 p.m. to close on November 26.

The chain says the promotion aims to “fuel hometown reunions” as college students and young adults reconnect with friends ahead of the holiday. Chipotle is also running a $0 delivery fee promotion from November 28 to December 1 for Cyber Weekend.

KFC: New Extra Crispy 'Festive Feast'

A picture of the KFC Extra Crispy Festive Feast....

KFC’s Extra Crispy Festive Feast promises to scratch the comfort food itch. Arriving on November 17, it includes:

  • Eight pieces of fried chicken (four drums + four thighs)
  • Two large mashed potatoes
  • Four biscuits
  • A “gravy flight” featuring classic, white peppercorn and Southwest cheddar flavors

Popeyes: Pre-Cooked Cajun-Style Turkey

A picture of the Popeyes pre-cooked cajun-style turkey....

The fan-favorite Cajun-Style Turkey has returned to Popeyes restaurants nationwide. 

The 11 to 13 pound, pre-seasoned, precooked bird serves eight–12 people and can be ordered for pickup or delivery, making it the perfect option for hosts looking to skip the hours-long turkey prep.

Subway: Festive Feast Sandwich Collection

Pictures of the Subway festive feast sub options....

Subway is rolling out a trio of seasonal subs starting November 13 as part of its Festive Feast Collection:

  • Festive Turkey
  • Festive Chicken
  • TurHamKen—a layered mash-up featuring turkey, ham and chicken

Each on-the-go Thanksgiving meal comes stacked with stuffing, cranberry sauce and other Thanksgiving-inspired ingredients.

Arby’s: Deep Fried Turkey Sandwiches Return

Pictures of the Arby’s deep fried turkey gobbler and deep fried turkey club....

Arby’s is bringing back its Deep Fried Turkey Gobbler and Deep Fried Turkey Club, two seasonal fan favorites that spotlight the chain’s crispy turkey alongside classic Thanksgiving flavors like cranberry sauce, cheddar and pepper bacon.

Cracker Barrel: Heat and Serve Thanksgiving Dinners To Go

A picture of Cracker Barrel's Thanksgiving Heat & Serve Feast....

Cracker Barrel is offering heat and serve family meals this year, including turkey and traditional sides, plus a range of pies. 

Meals are designed for easy pickup and reheat, great for hosting without the hassle. Options include the Thanksgiving Heat & Serve Feast which serves eight to 10 people and includes two oven-roasted turkey breasts, cornbread dressing, turkey gravy, cranberry relish, sweet potato casserole with pecans, green beans, mashed potatoes, sweet yeast rolls, pumpkin pie and pecan pie.

Or a smaller version which serves four to six and includes one oven-roasted turkey breast, cornbread dressing, turkey gravy, cranberry relish, sweet potato casserole with pecans, green beans, and sweet yeast rolls.

Denny’s: Holiday Turkey Bundle

A picture of the Denny's holiday turkey bundle....

Denny’s is offering a Holiday Turkey Bundle including carved turkey breast, stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy, cranberry sauce.

It also comes with a choice of sides including herb-glazed corn, broccoli or macaroni and cheese, perfect for small-group gatherings or simple holiday dinners.

Taco Bell: Baja Blast Pie

A picture of Taco Bell's Baja Blast pie....

Taco Bell’s latest Thanksgiving offering has become a viral moment as it released its limited Baja Blast Pie. 

A spin on the iconic beverage and a key lime-style pie, it includes a creamy filling, a graham cracker crust, and is often topped with whipped cream.

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