Here's What Everything Costs on the Dairy Queen Menu

I’m disappointed that the Dairy Queen $0.85 Blizzard deal didn’t return in 2024. It’s arguably one of the best Dairy Queen deals in recent years. So if that deal is gone for good, what are some of the best prices on the Dairy Queen menu in 2024? 

This guide to Dairy Queen menu prices shows you the current prices and best values for everything on the menu. Spoiler: the prices have gone up exponentially in recent years. As of May 2023, prices have increased by 11% in just two years. Large Blizzards average around $6 — I’ve heard as much as $9 in some areas — and a plain ol’ cheeseburger is $3.29 (up 84% from the $1.79 price in 2014). The prices noted in this article are from a Dairy Queen in Washington, PA — just outside of Pittsburgh. Prices vary widely by location, but this should give you a sense of the best values on the Dairy Queen menu.

So how can you save money at Dairy Queen? After reviewing all the current DQ prices, I’ve decided that your best bets are the $7 Meal Deal, 6-pack Dilly Bars, and splitting a large Blizzard into two servings. Here’s everything you need to know about the Dairy Queen menu prices in 2024. 

You can get more of our money-saving Dairy Queen hacks by texting HACKS to 57299 or downloading the Krazy Coupon Lady app.

Dairy Queen Blizzard Prices

So how much is a Blizzard at Dairy Queen in 2024? Prices start at $3.99 for a mini and go up to $5.79 for a large. This is above and beyond inflation, so if you can find a deal on a cheap Blizzard — like the BOGO free or $0.85 Blizzards — pounce immediately.

The Blizzards we know and love were introduced in 1985 at just $1.29 for 12 ounces and $1.99 for 21 ounces. This works out to $0.11 and $0.09 per ounce, respectively. Following the rate of inflation, a 12-ounce Blizzard should cost $3.72 in 2024, but instead it's closer to four and a half bucks at most locations.

Here are the current Blizzard prices and sizes.

The bigger sizes of Blizzards are the best value per ounce. The price per ounce increases as the sizes get smaller.

Get more for your money: Grab a 21-ounce large Blizzard and share between two people. You’ll each pay just $2.90 and get 10.5 ounces apiece.

Dairy Queen Seasonal Blizzard Prices

Dairy Queen releases a new Blizzard flavor every month, plus limited-time seasonal flavors. These seasonal Blizzards are the same price as the classic flavors. They aren't a secret menu item, you'll find them on the regular menu. 

Dairy Queen BOGO Blizzard Deal in April

You'll see a BOGO free Blizzard deal drop on April 1, 2024 along with the Dairy Queen Summer Blizzard menu. This deal runs through April 14. If you grab two large-size Blizzards, it works out to just $0.14 per ounce. And if you use our tip above and split the two large Blizzards between four people, it’s just $1.45 apiece. 

The $0.85 Blizzard deal they've had in the past is also a good one because it works out to just $0.07 per ounce, (which is even better than the original price back in 1985!) and saves you 81%. I'm hoping to see the $0.85 Blizzard deal return in September to celebrate the launch of the Dairy Queen Fall Blizzard menu.

Dairy Queen Ice Cream Menu Prices

If you’re looking for something a bit more basic than a Blizzard, you can grab a classic treat. They’ve got vanilla cones, chocolate-dipped cones, and ice cream bars. 

Menu Hack: If you enjoy Dilly Bars, Buster Bars, or DQ Sandwiches, consider purchasing a six-pack for a better deal. You can then bring some home and freeze them for later. You’ll save a little over $3 by buying the six-packs (or 22% - 24%).

For the absolute best deal, watch for Dairy Queen Free Cone Day in March to celebrate the start of spring. You'll see the next free cone day on March 20, 2025.

Dairy Queen Food Prices

Dairy Queen is open for lunch. Most locations open at 10:30 - 11 a.m. They’ve got a classic food menu alongside their sweet treats. You’ll find single entrée items along with combo meals and drinks.

Get more for your money: You’ll save 15% by ordering the combo instead of buying all the items separately.

Sandwiches

Combo Meals

Dairy Queen combo meals come with french fries and a soft drink. You can order Regular or Large size combo meals.

Your best bet is definitely the $7 Meal Deals, which are included at the top of this chart and come with an Original Cheeseburger, fries, 21-oz. drink, and a small sundae. The cost of buying these separately is $11.76, so you save $4.76 or 40.5% with the $7 Cheeseburger meal deal.

Chicken Strip Baskets

Just like I did with the burgers, I have to recommend the $7 Meal Deal for chicken strips. With the meal deal you get three chicken strips, fries, 21-oz. drink, and a small sundae.

Yes, I know the basket comes with four strips and the Meal Deal only has three. But hear me out. You're getting a small sundae with the Meal Deal — which is regularly $3.49. And that's a much better value than a measly single chicken strip, in my opinion.

Salads

Dairy Queen offers two salads. Grab a side salad with lettuce, tomato, croutons, and your choice of dressing. Try the Crispy Chicken Strips Salad Bowl with lettuce, tomatoes, bacon, cheddar, crispy chicken strips, and ranch dressing on the side.

Snacks and Sides

Kids’ Meals

Dairy Queen kids' meals come with a choice of applesauce, fries, or a banana. You can also choose between milk or water to drink. For dessert, you can have a vanilla cone or a Dilly bar. You save around $1.88 — over 27% — for the kids burger meal compared to buying the items separately.

Drinks

The Dairy Queen drink menu has more than just sodas. They also offer Misty Freezes and Misty Slushes in flavors like blue raspberry, cherry, lemon-lime, and strawberry kiwi. Or try their MooLatte Blended Coffees in mocha, caramel, or vanilla flavors.

Cakes

Choose from two Dairy Queen cakes and from 8-inch or 10-inch sizes.

Dairy Queen Menu FAQ

Does Dairy Queen have milkshakes?

Yes. Dairy Queen has milkshakes on their menu. They come in small, medium, and large sizes. You can choose from the following flavors:

• Chocolate

• Hot Fudge

• Peanut Butter

• Caramel

• Banana

• Strawberry

• Vanilla

Is Dairy Queen ice cream gluten-free?

Most ice cream at Dairy Queen is gluten-free, but some items may have gluten, and cross-contamination could happen. For those with a gluten allergy, intolerance, or insensitivity, it’s best to avoid the in-house-made items. 

Dilly Bars, Buster Bars, Fudge Bars, Vanilla Orange Bars, or Starkiss Bars have less contamination risk. The facility where they make them does not use wheat, rye, oats, or barley, so it limits the risk of cross-contact. You'll know this facility made something if it comes in a plastic wrapper. If a treat is in a paper wrapper, Dairy Queen makes them in-house and you should avoid them.

What time does Dairy Queen serve lunch?

Hours vary by location, but many Dairy Queen restaurants serve lunch starting at 10:30 or 11 a.m. 

Does Dairy Queen serve breakfast?

Some locations do. Different Dairy Queen restaurants have different opening times for breakfast, usually around 7 a.m. They switch to serving lunch around 11 a.m. every day.

Does Dairy Queen have root beer floats?

Many locations can make this. While this isn’t a classic treat on the menu, Dairy Queen can make root beer floats at many locations. 

If you don’t see it on your local menu, check the soft drink menu to see if they serve root beer. If they do, ask for a cup of vanilla soft serve and create your own.

Does Dairy Queen have smoothies?

No, you won’t find smoothies at Dairy Queen. However, some locations serve Orange Julius smoothies.

Dairy Queen drinks include the following:

• Soft Drinks

• Shakes

• Malts

• Misty Freezes

• Misty Slushes

• MooLatte Blended Coffees

Does Dairy Queen serve breakfast?

Yes, some locations serve breakfast. Dairy Queen restaurants vary their hours by location because franchisees own them. But stores with a Dairy Queen breakfast menu typically open around 7 a.m. and start serving lunch around 11 a.m.

Does Dairy Queen have chocolate ice cream?

Some Dairy Queen stores have chocolate soft serve ice cream as a menu item, but not all of them. 

What is Dairy Queen ice cream made of?

The FDA used to call Dairy Queen ice cream "ice-milk." They now call it "reduced-fat ice cream" because they removed the "ice-milk" category. It contains only five percent butterfat content while traditional ice cream contains 10 percent.

Does Dairy Queen have sugar-free ice cream?

No, they do not currently offer sugar-free ice cream at Dairy Queen.