Uber Eats offers a discount on your first order, but the amount and how you get it depends on your location and how you sign up

Uber Eats regularly runs promotions for new users, and a discount on your first order is one of the most common. The discount amount varies — it might be $5 off, $10 off, 25% off, or a different amount depending on where you live, which restaurant you order from, and whether you're using a promo code. There is no single "$25 off" offer that applies everywhere; instead, Uber Eats runs different campaigns in different cities and changes them frequently.

The discount is usually applied automatically when you place your first order if you're a new user, or it may require you to enter a promo code at checkout. Some offers are tied to a minimum order amount — for example, you might get $10 off orders of $15 or more. Others are percentage-based and have no minimum. The key is that you need to check what's actually available in your area right now, because the offer you see advertised elsewhere may not match what Uber Eats is running where you live.

Key Takeaways

  • First-order discounts on Uber Eats vary by location and change regularly, so the amount you see advertised may not match what's available in your area.
  • The discount is usually automatic for new accounts, but some offers require you to enter a promo code at checkout.
  • Many first-order discounts come with a minimum order requirement, so check the terms before you add items to your cart.
  • You can see what offer is currently available by opening the Uber Eats app or website and starting to place an order as a new user.

How to see what discount is available right now

The fastest way to find out what first-order discount Uber Eats is running in your area is to open the app or go to ubereats.com and start the checkout process without logging in. When you reach the payment screen, Uber Eats will show you any active promotions for new users. You don't have to complete the order — you can just look at what discount appears.

If you see a promo code field at checkout, that means the discount requires a code. Write down the code before you create your account, because you'll need to enter it during signup or at the payment step. Some offers are automatically added to your account when you sign up through a specific link or email, so if you received an invitation from Uber Eats, check the email for instructions on how to claim the discount.

Promo codes versus automatic discounts

Uber Eats uses two main ways to deliver first-order discounts. An automatic discount is applied to your account as soon as you sign up, and you don't have to do anything to claim it — it just appears when you check out. An automatic discount usually shows up in the app as a banner or notification when you open it for the first time.

A promo code is a string of letters and numbers that you enter in a field labeled "Promo Code" or "Add Promo Code" at checkout. You have to type or paste the code yourself, and the discount only applies if you enter it correctly. Promo codes often come from emails, text messages, social media posts, or referral links. If you have a code, enter it before you complete your payment — if you enter it after, you may not be able to apply it to that order.

Minimum order amounts and other terms

Most first-order discounts come with conditions. The most common is a minimum order amount — for example, "Get $10 off orders of $20 or more." This means your food and drinks have to add up to at least $20 before the discount is applied. Delivery fees and taxes usually don't count toward the minimum, so check the fine print.

Some offers are limited to certain restaurants or types of food. For example, an offer might say "25% off at participating restaurants" — which means it won't work at every restaurant on Uber Eats. Others have an expiration date, so if you don't use the discount within a certain number of days, it disappears. Read the terms shown at checkout before you place your order, because once you've completed the purchase, most discounts can't be applied retroactively.

What happens if the discount doesn't appear at checkout

If you expected a discount but it didn't show up, the most common reasons are that you've already placed an order on this account (so you're no longer a new user), the minimum order amount wasn't met, or the promo code was entered incorrectly. Check your order history in the app to see if you've ordered before — Uber Eats counts you as a new user only on your very first order.

If you entered a promo code, make sure you typed it exactly as it appears, including capital letters and numbers. Codes are case-sensitive on some platforms. If the code still doesn't work, it may have expired or may not be valid in your location. Contact Uber Eats support through the app by tapping your account icon, selecting "Help," and describing the problem. They can tell you whether the code is still active and may be able to apply it manually if there was a technical error.

Referral offers versus first-order promotions

Uber Eats also runs referral programs where existing users can send a link to friends, and both the existing user and the new user get a discount. These are different from the standard first-order promotion. If you have a referral link from a friend, you can use that instead of a general promo code — it usually gives you a larger discount because both parties benefit.

To use a referral link, click the link from your friend before you create your account, or enter the referral code at signup. The discount will be attached to your account. Referral offers often have higher discount amounts than standard first-order promotions, so if you know someone who uses Uber Eats, asking them for their referral link may get you a better deal than the public promotion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a first-order discount on a second account?

No. Uber Eats ties first-order discounts to your account, and the system recognizes if you've ordered before using the same phone number, email, or payment method. Creating a new account with different information might technically work, but it violates Uber Eats' terms of service and could result in your account being suspended.

What if I add items to my cart but don't check out — does the discount expire?

The discount itself doesn't expire just because you leave items in your cart. However, most first-order discounts have an expiration date (often 30 days from signup), so if you wait too long to place your order, the discount may disappear. Check the terms shown at checkout to see when your discount expires.

Do delivery fees count toward the minimum order amount?

Usually no. Delivery fees, service fees, and taxes are typically added after the discount is calculated, so they don't count toward the minimum. If the minimum is $15, your food and drinks need to add up to $15 before fees are added. The exact rules vary by offer, so check the terms at checkout.

Can I combine a first-order discount with other promotions?

Rarely. Most first-order discounts cannot be stacked with other promo codes or promotions. Uber Eats will usually apply whichever discount is larger, but you can't use two codes on the same order. If you have multiple codes, try entering them one at a time to see which one the system accepts.