2-for-$5 Mix & Match — Complete Eligible Item List
Every item eligible for the 2-for-$5 deal in 2026:
- Regular Fries — Crispy golden fries ($2.49+ alone)
- 2-Piece Chicken Strips — Two crispy white-meat strips ($3.49 alone)
- Chili Dog — Chili Cheese Dog ($4.99 alone)
- Pretzel Sticks with Zesty Queso — Soft pretzels + queso ($3.99 alone)
- Original Cheeseburger — Classic DQ burger ($6.39 alone)
- Small Sundae — Hot Fudge, Strawberry, or Caramel ($3.79 alone)
- Soft Drink — Medium Coca-Cola product ($2.11+ alone)
See the full DQ menu and all current deals on The Dairy Queen Menu.
Best 2-for-$5 Combinations — Value Ranked
| Combination | Deal Price | Individual Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheeseburger + Fries | $5.00 | $8.88 | $3.88 |
| Cheeseburger + Small Sundae | $5.00 | $10.18 | $5.18 |
| 2-Pc Chicken Strips + Fries | $5.00 | $5.98 | $0.98 |
| Chili Dog + Fries | $5.00 | $7.48 | $2.48 |
| 2x Cheeseburger | $5.00 | $12.78 | $7.78 |
2-for-$5 vs. $7 Meal Deal — Which Is Better Value?
It depends on what you want:
- 2-for-$5 is better if you want flexibility, a lighter meal, or a specific combination not covered by the Meal Deal.
- $7 Meal Deal (Cheeseburger or 3-Pc Chicken Strips + Fries + Drink + Sundae) is better if you want a complete full meal with a dessert included. The Meal Deal saves significantly more in absolute dollars if you want all four components.
Frequently Asked Questions
Regular Fries, 2-Piece Chicken Strips, Chili Dog, Pretzel Sticks with Queso, Original Cheeseburger, Small Sundae, or Soft Drink — any two for $5.00.
Yes. The 2-for-$5 Mix & Match is available all day at participating DQ Grill & Chill locations.
Yes. You can order two Cheeseburgers, two Fries, or two of any eligible item — or mix two different items. Any combination works.
For the complete DQ menu including all Blizzard flavors and food items, visit The Dairy Queen Menu.