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Dunkin' vs Zaxby's (2026)

Side-by-side comparison of menu prices, calories, and value. 79 items at Dunkin' vs 101 items at Zaxby's.

Quick answer: As of April 2026, Dunkin' averages $3.96 per item across 79 menu items, while Zaxby's averages $14.83 across 101 items. Dunkin' is $10.87 cheaper per item (73% difference). Dunkin' has lower average calories (292 vs 877 per item).

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Quick Comparison

Dunkin' vs Zaxby's: Quick Price & Menu Comparison
Metric Dunkin' Zaxby's Winner
Avg Price $3.96 $14.83 Dunkin'
Menu Items 79 101 Zaxby's
Avg Calories 292 877 Dunkin'
US Locations 9,686 900 Dunkin'
Secret Menu 1 1 Tie

Dunkin' is 73% cheaper on average than Zaxby's ($10.87 less per item).

Cheapest Items

Dunkin'

Add Almond Milk $0.50
Add a Turbo Shot of Espresso to Any Beverage $0.59
Donut $0.99
Bagel $0.99
Egg & Cheese Wrap $1.19

Zaxby's

Zax Sauce $0.25
Sauce $0.25
Dressing $0.25
Coleslaw $0.49
Fresh-Baked Cookie $0.49
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Lowest Calorie Options

Dunkin'

Latte (Medium) 120 cal
Refreshers (Medium) 140 cal
Avocado Toast 240 cal
Glazed Donut 260 cal
Chocolate Frosted Donut 280 cal

Zaxby's

Apple Juice 91 cal
Milk 110 cal
Coleslaw 140 cal
Cole Slaw 140 cal
Tea (Sweet or Unsweetened) 150 cal

Deep Comparison: Dunkin' vs Zaxby's

Calorie Value (cents per calorie)

Dunkin' delivers 11.80¢/cal on average, while Zaxby's delivers 1.46¢/cal. Zaxby's gives more calories per dollar — a key metric for value-per-meal seekers.

Menu Category Overlap

Dunkin' and Zaxby's share 1 menu categories (4% Jaccard overlap). Shared categories: beverages. Low overlap — these chains serve mostly different food categories.

Price Differences by Shared Category

Where these chains overlap, here is who undercuts whom on average price:

  • beverages: Dunkin' avg $4.91 vs Zaxby's $1.92Zaxby's is 61% cheaper

What Fits in Your Budget

  • $10 budget: Dunkin' fits 0 items, Zaxby's fits 0 items
  • $15 budget: Dunkin' fits 0 items, Zaxby's fits 1 item
  • $20 budget: Dunkin' fits 3 items, Zaxby's fits 3 items (1020 cal)

Where They Rank in Our 414-Chain Dataset

Dunkin' ranks #39 of 414 on price (cheaper than 91% of tracked chains). Zaxby's ranks #382 of 414 (pricier than 92% of chains).

Calorie Distribution (items under 500 cal)

At Dunkin', 88% of menu items with calorie data come in under 500 calories. At Zaxby's, 37% are under 500 calories. Dunkin' offers more lower-calorie options proportionally.

Bottom Line

  • Budget pick: Dunkin' ($3.96 avg vs $14.83)
  • More variety: Zaxby's (101 items)
  • More locations: Dunkin' (9,686 US locations)
  • Best calorie value: Zaxby's (1.46¢/cal)

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