# Value-Focused QSR Meal Deals The Hardee's $5 Meal Deals Come in Four Varieties By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-12-30 | Business Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/5-meal-deals References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2021/12/28/hardees-launches-new-5-meal-deals/) & [hardees](https://www.hardees.com)  [The Hardee's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hardees-sweet-cherry) $5 Meal Deals are being launched by the brand to provide patrons with a way to get [more bang for their buck](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crave-save-meal) and enjoy enhanced savings. The various meal deals each come with a main sandwich or menu item along with a small fries and a small drink to make them perfect for enjoyment as a lunch or a dinner option. The menu includes the $5 Meal Deal Big Cheeseburger, the $5 Meal Deal Hot Ham and Cheese, the $5 Meal Deal 3-Piece Chicken Tenders and the $5 Meal Deal Chili Dog. The Hardee's $5 Meal Deals are being launched by the brand at participating locations, but will only be around for [a limited time](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/checkers-menu). Image Credit: Hardee’s ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/business) > [Retail](https://www.trendhunter.com/retail) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Value-based Meal Deals:** Restaurants can offer value-based meal deals to cater to budget-conscious customers. - **Bundle Deals:** Bundle deals that combine main items with sides and drinks could encourage higher spending and customer loyalty. - **Limited Time Offers:** Limited time offers can create a sense of urgency and excitement among customers and boost sales in a short period of time. ### Where This Applies - **Quick Service Restaurants:** QSRs can introduce innovative meal deals to attract budget-conscious customers and increase sales. - **Fast Food Chains:** Fast food chains can create different meal deals that fit different tastes and preferences to cater to a wider audience. - **Convenience Stores:** Convenience stores can collaborate with food brands to offer meal deals that are easy to grab and go, and appeal to busy customers on-the-go. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Customizable QSR Combo Deals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hardees-choose-your-happy.md) - [Sharing-Friendly Meal Deals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hardees-original-bag.md) - [Low-Cost QSR Meal Deals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/5-meal-deal.md) - [Value-Focused Breakfast Deals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/two-for-5.md) - [App-Only QSR Meal Deals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crispy-chicken-sandwich-meal.md) - [Mix-and-Match QSR Meal Deals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arbys-3-for-5.md) - [High-Value Low-Cost QSR Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/5-all-day-big-deal-meal.md) - [Low-Cost High-Value QSR Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/5-your-way-value-meal.md) - [QSR Value Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/national-value-deal.md)