Southern California Fast Food Chain Offers $1 Meals During Government Shutdown

Carl’s Jr., a fast-food chain in Southern California, has introduced a $1 meal deal to support individuals affected by the ongoing federal government shutdown. This offer is part of a community initiative led by Akash Management LLC, a local franchisee.

$1 Meal Details

The $1 meal includes:

• A kids hamburger
• Small fries
• A kids drink

This deal is available at select Carl’s Jr. locations across several counties including Los Angeles, Orange, Ventura, and Riverside as long as supplies last.

Eligibility Requirements

To redeem the $1 meal, customers must present a valid form of identification such as:

• Federal employee ID
• Military ID
• SNAP/EBT card

No pre-registration is required for this offer, which will remain in effect throughout the duration of the government shutdown.

Locations Offering the $1 Meal Deal

Participating restaurants can be found throughout various regions:

Los Angeles County

• 5709 Kanan Rd, Agoura Hills, CA 91301
• 9110 Imperial Hwy, Downey, CA 90242
• 3300 W Century Blvd, Inglewood, CA 90303

Orange County

• 6002 Beach Blvd, Buena Park, CA 90620
• 275 S. Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92805
• 18032 Culver Dr, Irvine, CA 92612

Riverside County

• 1250 University Ave, Riverside, CA 92507
• 10100 Ben Nevis Blvd, Glen Avon, CA 92509

San Bernardino County

• 3880 Grand Ave, Chino, CA 91710
• 1610 Foothill Blvd, Upland, CA 91786

Ventura County

• 401 W Los Angeles Ave, Moorpark, CA 93021
• 2402 N Erringer Rd, Simi Valley, CA 93065

Community Commitment

Amir Siddiqi, the CEO of Akash Management, emphasized the company’s commitment to the community. He stated, “When our community is under stress, we feel it too. A warm meal at a fair price can offer a moment of comfort during uncertain times.” Siddiqi believes that providing meals to those in need is part of being a responsible neighbor.

Impact of the Government Shutdown

The current government shutdown has affected approximately 1.4 million federal employees who are either unpaid or working without compensation. Additionally, around 42 million Americans rely on SNAP benefits, which are at risk during this period. Recent court rulings have mandated the government to partially fund SNAP amidst funding uncertainties.

This initiative by Carl’s Jr. aims to offer immediate relief to families facing financial difficulties due to the shutdown, ensuring that they have access to affordable meals during this challenging time.