Is Grubhub+ Worth It?

If you regularly order food delivery from local restaurants, you may be wondering if a monthly subscription like Grubhub+ is worth it. For some, the monthly subscription cost could be cheaper than what they’d pay in typical delivery fees over the course of a month.

With so many competing food delivery services available, let’s take a closer look to see if Grubhub+ is a subscription you should consider.

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How much is Grubhub+?

Grubhub+ is a $9.99-per-month food delivery subscription offering the following benefits:

• Unlimited free delivery on orders of $12-plus at Grubhub+ eligible restaurants.

• Access to exclusive deals at select restaurants.

• Donation matching for No Kid Hungry.

Grubhub+ is currently offering a complimentary 14-day subscription. You have to enter credit card information to sign up, so if you decide to test it out, set a reminder to cancel before the monthly subscription charges begin.

Keep in mind that anyone can order from Grubhub without a subscription. However, you’ll be subject to delivery fees, which can add several dollars or a 10% charge to your bill at certain restaurants.

What Grubhub+ restaurants are in your city?

Although Grubhub's database features 300,000 restaurants in over 4,000 U.S. cities, not all of these restaurants are part of the Grubhub+ program. The Grubhub website makes it easier to filter Grubhub+ restaurants, and certain cities have significantly more restaurants that participate.

Before signing up, it’s a good idea to search for participating Grubhub+ restaurants in your area to ensure your favorites are included.

Alternatives to Grubhub+

DoorDash, Postmates and Uber offer monthly food delivery subscriptions similar to Grubhub+.

DoorDash

With DoorDash, you can sign up for DashPass, which is a $9.99-per-month subscription service offering free unlimited delivery on orders over $12 from participating restaurants. Those with the Chase Sapphire Reserve® and Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card can receive a complimentary DashPass subscription which is valued at around $120 per year (must activate by Dec. 31, 2027).

Postmates

Some people prefer Postmates because it offers more than just food delivery. You can also order party supplies, groceries and more. A Postmates Unlimited subscription costs $9.99 a month or $99.99 annually, and you’ll receive free delivery on every order over $12.

Uber Eats Pass

Eats Pass is a $9.99 monthly subscription membership you can add to your Uber Eats account. The service charges a $0 delivery fee and 5% off orders of $15-plus at eligible restaurants. Note that taxes and service fees may apply and don't count toward the order minimum.

» Learn more: Is the Uber Eats Pass worth it?

Card considerations

Select cards offer higher rewards rates or credits when used toward purchases through food delivery services like Grubhub.

• The American Express® Gold Card earns up to a total of $10 in statement credits monthly when you pay with the card at Grubhub, The Cheesecake Factory, Goldbelly, Wine.com and Five Guys. Enrollment required (see rates and fees).

• The Bank of America® Customized Cash Rewards credit card earns 3% cash back in dining when you select it as your bonus category.

» Learn more: Credit cards and food delivery: What are the rules on rewards rates?

When Grubhub+ might be right for you

So, is Grubhub+ worth it? Depending on the restaurant, delivery fees can add several dollars to your order total, so the monthly subscription expense may be worth it if you order in often enough. Roughly speaking, you’d need to order delivery at least two or three times per month to come out ahead in savings.

However, other companies offer similar monthly subscription programs. The best option may depend on where you're located and the number of restaurants participating with that provider. It's wise to check the availability of restaurants in your area on each app and then subscribe accordingly.

To view rates and fees of the American Express® Gold Card, see this page.