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Oct 24, 2026

7 Restaurants Where Seniors Can Still Eat Affordably in This Economy

Written by Heather Taylor
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Edited by Ashleigh Ray
7 Restaurants Where Seniors Can Still Eat Affordably in This Economy

One of the perks of getting older is enjoying senior discounts at your favorite restaurants and fast-casual eateries. You might receive 10% off, get to order from a menu just for your age group or enjoy another complimentary perk, depending on where you dine.

Every dollar counts in this economy, so we did the legwork to find the best restaurants nationwide where seniors can eat affordably. Please note these deals will vary by participating locations. We also omitted places where you can use your AARP card for a discount in the interest of finding true diamond in the rough savings seniors might not know about. (AARP eligible dining includes Joe’s Crab Shack, Outback Steakhouse and more restaurants.)

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Where will you dine at to save some money?

The next time you’re at Denny’s, ask about their 55+ menu. This discount menu for ages 55 and up offers breakfast, lunch and dinner options which deliver on hearty quality at a reasonable price.

Many Fazoli’s locations offer a (free) membership into Club 62. This is a discount dining program where senior members enjoy discounted pasta all day on Wednesdays. Club 62 is only valid at participating locations, so check in with your nearest restaurant to see if they offer it.

Every Tuesday is Senior’s Day at participating Fuddruckers locations. The Fuddruckers Senior Platter is available for diners ages 55 and up and includes a Fudd burger, wedges and fountain beverage at varying low prices.

Take advantage of IHOP’s 55+ senior menu to get in a filling meal. This menu is specifically for ages 55 and up and discounts smaller portions of select, classic meals such as the breakfast sampler, rise ‘n shine, crispy shrimp and more.

Perry’s senior menu at Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille allows guests ages 65 and up to dine-in on a three-course meal for $39 before 6 PM. Reservations are required, so be mindful to make these in advance.

Select Shoney’s locations offer special all-day senior days for seniors ages 60 and up. The Shoney’s in Vidalia, Georgia, for instance, recently had a Senior Day featuring an all you can eat buffet for $11.49. Call your nearest Shoney’s or check their social media handles to see what they may offer.

According to Reddit, participating Waffle House locations will offer a senior meal consisting of an affordably priced entrée, side and beverage. Reach out to your nearest Waffle House to see if they have it on the menu. (You can sometimes find it in a section marked junior and senior meals.)

This article was provided by MoneyLion.com for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial, legal or tax advice.

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Heather Taylor
Written by
Heather Taylor
Heather Taylor is a senior writer at MoneyLion/Gen Digital and covers sales and top shopping recommendations at grocers and retailers in addition to real estate, autos, and more everyday personal finance content. She is the editor of PopIcon, Advertising Week’s blog dedicated to brand mascots. She has been previously published on TODAY, Business Insider, HelloGiggles, Brit + Co, and more media outlets.
Ashleigh Ray
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Ashleigh Ray
Ashleigh is an editor specializing in personal finance and banking content, with four years of experience — first at GOBankingRates, then at MoneyLion — turning complex financial topics into advice readers can actually understand and use. She holds an MFA in Creative Writing from the University of South Florida and brings that same care for clarity and voice to every piece she edits. She's based in Tampa, Florida.