Lovers of spice know the craving never rests. Whether it’s the smoky kick of chipotle, the fiery heat of Nashville Hot Chicken, or the bold burn of Korean gochujang, there’s always another dish waiting to be explored. The good news? You can chase bold flavors without burning through your wallet. With smart strategies using Fluz and Rakuten, plus a few street food secrets, you’ll keep your spice journey affordable and exciting.

Here’s how to savor spicy meals on a budget — and still enjoy the heat.

Step 1: Use Fluz for Instant Cashback on Spicy Favorites

Before you order your next heat-packed dish, open the Fluz app:

1. Search for your favorite spicy restaurant.
2. Buy a gift card instantly through Fluz.
3. Use it at checkout and earn instant cashback.

Download Fluz to start earning rewards every time you order something with a kick.

Fluz works with popular spicy destinations like:

• Chipotle: Add their hot salsa or spicy adobo chicken.
• Shake Shack: Try the Spicy ShackMeister burger.
• Panera Bread: Their chipotle chicken melts and southwest salads bring just enough heat.

Step 2: Stack with Rakuten for Delivery and Extra Discounts

Rakuten shines when you’re ordering delivery through services like DoorDash, Grubhub, or Uber Eats. Stack Fluz and Rakuten by:

• Buying a Fluz gift card for your restaurant.
• Ordering via a Rakuten-partnered delivery service.
• Earning cashback from both apps.

Check Rakuten regularly for limited-time boosts on restaurants, grocery delivery, and even hot sauce brands.

Step 3: Affordable Spicy Street Food and Takeout Picks

You don’t need a sit-down dinner to enjoy bold, spicy flavors. Affordable street food and takeout options pack serious heat without draining your budget:

• Taco trucks: Spicy birria tacos or salsa-loaded carnitas.
• Food courts: Korean spicy wings or gochujang bowls.
• Fast-casual chains: Nashville Hot Chicken sandwiches at your local spots or Shake Shack limited-time offerings.
• Check Daily Bite: For fast-casual finds with global flavors and plenty of spice.

Tip: Many food trucks and small eateries accept digital gift cards purchased through Fluz, especially if they partner with delivery services.

Keep the Heat High and the Costs Low

Here’s a sample affordable spicy week, with stacking in mind:

Total cashback potential: $10–12 for the week.

Turn Up the Flavor, Not the Spending

Your spice journey doesn’t have to come with a high price tag. With smart use of Fluz, Rakuten, and savvy takeout choices, you’ll keep your meals exciting and your budget intact. From sizzling street eats to cashback-powered takeout, every spicy craving is an opportunity to save.

Ready to heat things up? Download Fluz and enjoy bold flavors with built-in cashback.