23 F&B Promotions to Check Out for Merdeka 2023

With Merdeka right around the corner, you may already be thinking of events and things to do this month to celebrate. As with the recent state elections where we saw many F&B establishments offering promos to encourage people to vote, many outlets are also doing the same to mark our 66th Independence Day celebrations. Check out our list below of deals you don’t want to miss:

1. McDonalds

We’re lovin’ the deals they have to offer from now until 31 August for dine in and takeaway only:

• McChicken McValue Meal (Medium) at RM9.95 (original price RM10.95)
• 6 Chicken McNuggets McValue Meal (Medium) at RM10.95 (original price RM12.10)
• Double Cheeseburger McValue Meal (Medium) at RM11.95 (original price RM14.50)
• RM20 for 20 Chicken McNuggets a la carte

2. Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

From now until 31 August 2023, it’s all about Mango Madness:

• 16oz Mango Cold Brew Sweet Tea for RM10
• 16oz Mango Cold Brew Sweet Tea for RM6.60 (TCB Card Members only)

3. Secret Recipe

There are multiple offers for Merdeka at Secret Recipe:

• Dress up in Jalur Gemilang’s colours and say ‘RAHSIA PETUA’ to enjoy 31% Off Sliced Cakes with the purchase of any main course of your choice. Valid for dine-in only from 16 August to 30 Sept 2023.
• Enjoy RM10 off any whole cake with the SRGO! Pickup. Use the code: SRMERDEKA. Valid from 25 to 31 August. Not valid for walk-in takeaway orders.
• Get a buy 2 free 1 offer for their cake slices from 12pm to 5pm on 31 August. Limited to 4 slices per customer and for dine-ins and takeaways.

4. ZUS Coffee

From 16 to 22 August 2023, order any of their handcrafted drinks for RM6.60 only. Available for both pick-up and delivery except selected outlets.

5. Kenny Rogers Roasters

Most of us Malaysians love chicken right? This is one for Lazada users, check out their deal for their KRR Chicken Rice Solo at RM12 and Quarter Chicken Rice at only RM17 here.

6. J.CO Donuts & Coffee

This is a deal you donut wanna miss out on from 28 to 30 August 2023. They say it’s their lowest package prize ever: get 2 dozen donuts for only RM39 (that’s less than RM2 each!). You can also get any uno-sized beverage for only RM11.

7. Ayamas

We don’t know about you guys but the taste of Ayamas is still nostalgic for us. From now until 17 September at 12pm to 3pm, enjoy 10% off limited dishes. Check out the full T&C here.

8. Marrybrown

Do you know that they went from being rejected by banks to Malaysia’s largest home-grown fast-food chain? MB Rakyat Bucket is something to share with the whole family or even a great excuse to throw a party. Enjoy up to 30% off with the following:

• 9-piece bucket at RM66.90 (original price RM78.25)
• 12-piece bucket at RM78.90 (original price RM98.50)

The buckets come with 2 large mashed potatoes and one 1.5L Coca Cola bottle.

9. Boat Noodle

Their Sangkayaa, or steamed bread with kaya is an iconic dish from the brand. On 31 August, more than 1000 Sangkaya will be given out across all of their outlets. You just have to be the first 31 customers of the day.

10. San Francisco Coffee

Known as the King of Fruits in our country, it is fitting to celebrate the occasion with drinks made from the famous tropical fruit! From now until 1 October 2023, enjoy a buy 2 free 2 promo on regular-sized Durian Durian Drinks:

• Creamy Durian Frappé
• Iced Durian Dolce Latte
• Hot Durian Matcha Latte

Valid for dine-ins and takeaways only.

11. Texas Chicken

Only on 31 August from 11 am onwards get these combos for only RM6.60:

Combo A: 1 Piece Chicken, 1 Regular Sized Mashed Potato, 1 Small Drink

Combo B: 5 pieces Nuggets, 1 Jalapeno Sauce, 1 Small Drink

Only five sets per customer while stocks last.

12. Starbucks

This promo has been ongoing every Thursday for the month of August and will end on 31 August. From 6pm to 8pm, get 2 Venti-sized Frappuccinos at only RM25 when you purchase with your Starbucks Card or Mobile App.

13. Juicy 쥬씨

Although they’re Korea’s no.1 juice brand, they’re still joining in the Merdeka spirit with 6 selected drinks at only RM6 from now until 31 August:

• Watermelon Lychee
• Strawberry Banana
• Mango Milk
• Dragonfruit lychee
• Orange Apple
• Dragonfruit Mixed Berry

14. Domino’s

Buy 1 Regular Pizza at a regular price, and for just RM1 more, get a Large Pizza worth RM46.90 for only RM1! The offer is ongoing from now until 3 September and are for in-store purchases only.

15. Hokkaido Cheese Tart

From now until 31 August, get 31% off your second tart.

16. A&W

Celebrate Merdeka Day with a cool frosty mug of Root Beer Float at only RM2. Valid from 28 to 31 August.

17. Pizza Hut

On 31 August & 16 September, check out these promos:

• Enjoy 50% off their bestsellers: Regular Pizza, Mushroom Soup, and Garlic Bread.

• This next promo requires a bit of bravery. Visit any Pizza Hut on either of those days and shout: “MMM-Deka” on 31 August and “MMM-Malaysia on 16 September three times when you place your order to get a free drink.

18. Nando's

Ayam very excited about this next offer: be the first 31 customers per day and get a free whole chicken worth Rm65.90 with a minimum order of RM100. Valid for dine-in only and one redemption per table only.

19. Gong Cha

Purchase a drink and get 66% off the second drink. Valid for walk-ins only and not for Seasonal drinks or Smoothies.

20. Taco Bell

It takes two to taco. So, get their Kaw Kaw Combo with two tacos, nachos and 1 drink with free refills at 31% off (original price RM35.95)

21. Sushi King

Dine in from 31 August to 10 September and receive an RM6.60 rebate voucher off your next meal (redeemable from 11 to 27 September). Minimum purchase of RM30.

22. Kyochon 1991

Everyone loves Korean Fried Chicken, right? Spend RM66 in a single receipt and enjoy a free 6-piece Boneless Chikin Bites.

23. CU Malaysia

Will we be seeing you at CU? Check out these deals if you’re in the mood for some Korean snacks from now until 31 August.

Happy Merdeka in advance, everyone!

Image credit: McDonalds, Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, ZUS Coffee, Kenny Rogers Roasters, Marrybrown, Secret Recipe, San Francisco Coffee, Boat Noodles, Ayamas, J.CO Donuts & Coffee, Starbucks, Juicy Malaysia, Domino’s Malaysia, Hokkaido Cheese Tart, A&W, Pizza Hut, Nando’s, Gong Cha, Taco Bell, Sushi King, Kyochon 1991, CU Malaysia