Finding a satisfying meal and snack combo for under $10 may seem like a challenge with rising food prices, but many fast food and fast casual chains still offer bundle-friendly menus that won’t leave you hungry—or your wallet empty.
Whether you’re picking up lunch on the go, ordering from a mobile app, or getting delivery through a third-party platform, it’s entirely possible to score a sandwich or wrap with a side, bar, or drink for a single-digit total. Pair that strategy with Rakuten’s cashback on food orders and you can stretch your budget even further.
Panera Bread offers great mix-and-match potential with its Value Duets menu. These pairings, which include options like a half sandwich and cup of soup or mac and cheese, are priced around $6.99 in most markets. You can often add a cookie, fruit cup, or yogurt parfait for just a couple extra dollars and stay below the $10 mark. When you order through the Panera app or a platform like Grubhub and activate Rakuten, you may earn cashback on the transaction, depending on the current offers in your region.
At Subway, the 6-inch sub remains one of the most customizable and affordable lunch options around. A 6-inch Turkey Breast or Veggie Delight sandwich typically runs $5 to $6, and you can add chips or a cookie for just over a dollar. That puts the total near $8, with room left for a small drink or bottle of water. Ordering through Subway’s mobile app or services like Uber Eats with Rakuten activated can help you earn additional cashback, especially during promotional events or when Rakuten runs limited-time boosts for restaurant categories.
Taco Bell continues to deliver serious value with its Cravings Value Menu. You can pair a Chicken Quesadilla or Beefy 5-Layer Burrito with a side like Cinnamon Twists or Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes and still come in under $8. Adding a Baja Blast or another small drink often brings the total close to but not above $10. Taco Bell also partners with delivery apps that frequently show up on Rakuten’s rotating offers, making it one of the easiest places to save on top of already low prices.
Starbucks might not be the first place you think of for budget meals, but with the right strategy, you can put together a small sandwich or wrap and a snack bar for less than $10. A Bacon, Gouda & Egg Sandwich or Spinach, Feta & Egg White Wrap is priced around $4.95 to $5.75. Add a Perfect Bar or KIND bar from the grab-and-go section and you’re still hovering just below the $10 threshold. Starbucks mobile orders also qualify for Rakuten cashback when linked through eligible delivery platforms or gift card purchases from partnered retailers.
Chick-fil-A is another great option where you can build a satisfying meal and snack combo for under $10. The Chick-n-Strips (3-count) meal or a classic Chicken Sandwich paired with a small fruit cup or Greek yogurt parfait usually keeps the total right around $9. You can also substitute fries for a side salad for a more filling yet still affordable combo. Ordering through Chick-fil-A’s mobile app often comes with its own reward points, but you can stack savings by using Rakuten through DoorDash or Postmates, both of which offer cashback during Rakuten promos.
