Sonic is offering a sweet summer deal... but you'll have to catch it at the right time
Sonic Drive-In is serving up sweet summer savings — starting with half-price shakes every day after 5pm at participating locations nationwide.
Customers can cool off with seven classic flavors, including chocolate, vanilla, strawberry, caramel, hot fudge, and peanut butter.
But milkshakes aren't the only treat Sonic lovers can look forward to.
The chain is also bringing back fan-favorite slushes after a wave of online demand.
Starting May 27, rewards members can order the beloved Watermelon Slush, returning after a viral petition, for just $2.79.
The Lemonberry Slush — back for the first time since 2020 — will also make its comeback, starting at $3.29.
Both slushes roll out to all customers on June 2.
In addition to drink returns and specials, Sonic Drive-In is debuting its all-new Cheesy Garlic Pepperoni Bites, starting at $2.99 next week.
Sonic Drive-In is debuting its all-new Cheesy Garlic Pepperoni Bites, starting at $2.99 next week
Known as the largest drive-in chain in the U.S., Sonic operates more than 3,500 restaurants across 47 states
It's popular FUN.99 menu — launched last year — remains a standout in the fast-food value wars, offering a mix of entrees, snacks, and desserts for $1.99 each.
The feature is among many offers from restaurant chains participating in the value meals war.
Sonic Drive-In guests can also get their hands on a Unicorn Dreams Slush, a limited-time drink that arrived on May 5.
Guests are advised to get the Unicorn Dreams Slush soon since customers have already claimed the magical beverage is no longer available in some restaurants.
Other chains are rolling out deals this month. Applebee's All You Can Eat (AYCE) specials are back in restaurants nationwide from yesterday.
The restaurant chain is allowing customers to get unlimited Riblets, Double Crunch Shrimp, and Chicken Tenders with endless fries.
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