The Ultimate Guide to Amazon Prime’s Free Grubhub+ Benefit
If you already pay for Amazon Prime and order takeout or delivery even a few times a month, there is a Prime benefit you may be overlooking: free Grubhub+.
Amazon Prime members in the U.S. can get an ongoing Grubhub+ membership at no additional cost.
The important part is that this is no longer just a one-year trial. Once you activate the offer, your Grubhub+ membership remains free as long as your eligible Amazon Prime membership stays active.
So, how does the Amazon Prime and Grubhub partnership work? Who qualifies? How do you activate it? And does "free delivery" really mean your entire food order is free?
Here is everything you need to know.
The Amazon Prime Grubhub+ Deal at a Glance
If you just want the short version, here is what the offer includes:
- Grubhub+ cost: $0 extra for eligible Amazon Prime members
- Regular Grubhub+ value: $9.99 per month, or about $120 per year
- Free delivery: $0 delivery fees on eligible Grubhub+ orders that meet the applicable subtotal minimum
- Current qualifying amount: Eligible orders generally start at $12 before tax, tip, and fees
- Pickup benefit: 5% back in Grubhub+ Credit on eligible pickup orders
- Other benefits: Lower service fees and member-only offers
- Who qualifies: Active U.S. Amazon Prime, Prime Student, and Prime Access members
- Expiration: The ongoing benefit remains available while your qualifying Prime membership is active
There is one important detail to remember: $0 delivery does not mean $0 fees on the entire order. Taxes, tips, service fees, and other applicable charges can still apply.
What Is the Amazon Prime and Grubhub Partnership?
Amazon and Grubhub partnered to make Grubhub+ part of the Amazon Prime experience for eligible U.S. members.
In the past, Prime members received a limited Grubhub+ trial. The offer has since changed to an ongoing free Grubhub+ membership. Amazon says Prime members can continue receiving the benefit as long as they remain Prime members, without automatically being charged for a paid Grubhub+ membership when the Prime benefit ends.
That makes this partnership different from a typical "free trial." You are not simply getting a few months of Grubhub+ and then being moved into a paid plan. The free membership is tied to your active Prime membership.
There is also a convenient integration with Amazon itself. U.S. customers can find and order from hundreds of thousands of restaurants in all 50 states through Amazon.com and the Amazon Shopping app, without having to switch over to the standalone Grubhub app.
What Do You Get With Free Grubhub+ Through Amazon Prime?
The biggest reason this Prime perk gets attention is simple: it can remove one of the most annoying costs associated with food delivery - the delivery fee.
1. $0 Delivery Fees on Eligible Orders
With Grubhub+, eligible orders can receive a $0 delivery fee when the order meets the applicable subtotal minimum.
For the standard Grubhub+ offer, that threshold is generally $12 before tax, tip, and fees. The restaurant or store must also participate in Grubhub+.
That means a $15 eligible food order can qualify for $0 delivery, while a smaller order may not.
2. Lower Service Fees
Free delivery is not the only benefit. Grubhub+ members can also receive lower service fees on eligible delivery orders.
That can make the membership more useful for regular Grubhub customers because you may save on more than just the delivery charge.
3. 5% Back on Eligible Pickup Orders
You do not have to use delivery to benefit from Grubhub+.
Eligible pickup orders can earn 5% back in Grubhub+ Credit, which can be used toward eligible future Grubhub orders.
So even if you prefer picking up your food yourself, the membership can still provide a small recurring benefit.
4. Exclusive Offers and Promotions
Grubhub+ members also receive access to member-only offers and other promotions from participating restaurants and stores.
These deals can change over time, so it is worth checking the Grubhub+ section before placing an order rather than assuming every restaurant has the same promotion.
How Much Is Free Grubhub+ Worth?
Grubhub currently lists the standard Grubhub+ membership at $9.99 per month. That works out to roughly $120 per year.
Amazon Prime members receive that membership as part of the Prime benefit at no additional Grubhub+ membership cost. Grubhub itself describes the Prime benefit as a $120 annual value.
Of course, the actual amount you save depends on how often you order.
If you rarely order delivery, the Grubhub+ benefit may simply be a nice extra. But if you regularly order eligible meals, avoiding delivery fees and getting lower fees and promotions can add up surprisingly quickly.
Who Gets Free Grubhub+ With Amazon Prime?
The offer is available to eligible U.S. Amazon Prime members.
Amazon also specifically says that Prime Student and Prime Access members can receive free Grubhub+ while their qualifying Prime membership remains active.
The key requirement is that the Amazon account must have an active, eligible Prime membership and the Grubhub+ offer must be activated.
How Much Does Amazon Prime Cost?
The Grubhub+ benefit is included with Amazon Prime, so you do need an eligible Prime membership to receive it.
Amazon lists standard Prime at $14.99 per month or $139 per year. Amazon also offers discounted Prime options for eligible groups, including Prime Student and Prime Access members.
Of course, Grubhub+ is only one piece of the Prime membership.
Depending on your needs, Prime can also include benefits such as:
- Free One-Day and Two-Day delivery on eligible products
- FREE Same-Day Delivery on qualifying orders in eligible areas
- Prime Video
- Amazon Music benefits
- Prime Gaming
- Prime Reading
- Amazon Photos storage
- Prime shopping deals
- Other grocery and everyday savings
Amazon's delivery benefits vary by item and location, so the exact shipping options you see can depend on where you live and what you order.
How to Activate Your Free Grubhub+ Membership
This is the part I would not skip. Simply having Amazon Prime does not mean you should assume Grubhub+ is already activated on your account.
You need to link the benefit once.
- Sign in to your Amazon account.
- Go to Amazon's Grubhub+ Prime Offer page.
- Select the option to activate your free Grubhub+ offer.
- Sign in to your existing Grubhub account or create one if you do not already have one.
- Link your Amazon and Grubhub accounts.
- Start ordering from eligible Grubhub+ restaurants and stores.
Amazon says Prime members can activate the offer through the Grubhub+ Prime Offer landing page. If you are using the Amazon Shopping app, make sure the app is updated to the latest available version.
How to Order Grubhub Through Amazon
One of the more interesting parts of this partnership is that you do not necessarily have to leave Amazon to order your food.
Amazon says customers can browse and order Grubhub food directly through Amazon.com and the Amazon Shopping app.
That means the experience can feel more like another Prime feature rather than a completely separate subscription.
You can browse participating restaurants, view menus, place an order, and track the delivery through the Amazon experience. Non-Prime customers can also place Grubhub orders through Amazon, but they do not receive the Grubhub+ benefits.
What Does "$0 Delivery Fee" Actually Mean?
This is probably the most important detail to understand before you start ordering.
$0 delivery does not mean the entire order is free.
The Grubhub+ benefit applies to eligible delivery fees. You may still see other charges at checkout, including:
- Food and item prices
- Taxes
- Tip for the delivery driver
- Applicable service fees
- Other additional fees that may apply
Grubhub specifically notes that the $0 delivery and lower service-fee benefits apply only to eligible orders that meet the applicable subtotal requirement. Additional fees can still vary by order.
So before you place an order, always look at the final checkout total. The Grubhub+ badge or eligible-order indicator can help you identify participating restaurants and offers.
Does the Grubhub+ Benefit Cover Every Restaurant?
No.
The $0 delivery benefit applies to participating Grubhub+ eligible merchants, not automatically to every restaurant listed on Grubhub.
Grubhub recommends looking for the Grubhub+ badge or using the Grubhub+ filter to find eligible restaurants and stores.
This is an easy detail to overlook. If you are specifically ordering because you want free delivery, check the restaurant's eligibility before filling your cart.
Do You Need the Grubhub App?
Not necessarily.
Amazon and Grubhub allow customers to place Grubhub orders directly through Amazon.com and the Amazon Shopping app.
You can still use Grubhub's own website or app if that is what you prefer. The important thing is that your eligible Amazon Prime account and Grubhub account are properly linked so that the Grubhub+ benefit is recognized.
What If You Already Pay for Grubhub+?
If you already have a paid Grubhub+ membership, you may still be eligible for the Amazon Prime offer.
Amazon says existing Grubhub+ members can activate the Prime offer and connect their Grubhub account. The free Grubhub+ membership begins at the start of the next billing cycle.
If you are already paying for Grubhub+, this is worth checking before you continue paying separately.
What Happens If You Cancel Amazon Prime?
This is the biggest catch to remember: your free Grubhub+ membership is tied to your Prime membership.
If you end your Amazon Prime membership, you lose the free Grubhub+ benefit. Amazon says you can then sign up for a standard paid Grubhub+ membership if you want to continue receiving its benefits. If you later restart Prime, you will need to activate the offer again.
In other words, the Grubhub+ benefit is free because it is part of an active Prime membership. It is not a separate lifetime Grubhub subscription.
Does Free Grubhub+ Automatically Turn Into a Paid Subscription?
No.
This is one of the biggest differences between the current Amazon Prime offer and a traditional free trial.
Amazon states that eligible Prime members receive Grubhub+ for free as long as they remain Prime members. The ongoing offer does not automatically renew into a paid Grubhub+ membership when the Prime benefit ends.
That means you do not need to worry about accidentally turning this particular Prime benefit into a $9.99 monthly Grubhub+ charge simply because you activated it.
Is the Amazon Prime Grubhub+ Deal Worth Using?
If you already have Amazon Prime, there is very little reason not to activate the Grubhub+ offer if you use food delivery.
You are not paying an additional Grubhub+ membership fee, and the benefit can reduce delivery and service costs on eligible orders while giving you access to additional promotions.
The bigger question is whether you actually use Grubhub.
If you order food several times a month, the savings can become meaningful. If you rarely use food delivery, the offer may simply sit unused alongside the many other Prime benefits.
Personally, I think the most useful way to look at this deal is not as a reason to order more food. It is a way to pay less when you were already planning to order.
That distinction matters. A "free" delivery benefit is not really saving you money if it encourages you to place orders you would not have made otherwise.
Brief Amazon Prime Grubhub+ FAQ
Is Grubhub+ really free with Amazon Prime?
Yes. Eligible U.S. Amazon Prime members can receive Grubhub+ at no additional membership cost while their qualifying Prime membership remains active. Grubhub+ normally costs $9.99 per month.
Is the Amazon Prime Grubhub+ offer permanent?
It is an ongoing offer with no expiration for eligible Prime members, rather than a one-year trial. However, the benefit depends on maintaining an eligible Prime membership, so it is better described as an ongoing Prime benefit than a lifetime guarantee.
What is the minimum order for free Grubhub delivery?
The standard Grubhub+ offer provides $0 delivery fees on eligible orders that meet the applicable subtotal minimum. The commonly stated threshold is $12 before tax, tip, and fees. The restaurant or store must also be Grubhub+ eligible.
Do taxes and tips become free with Grubhub+?
No. Grubhub+ primarily removes eligible delivery fees and can reduce certain service fees. Taxes, tips, and other applicable charges can still appear on your order.
The Bottom Line
The Amazon Prime and Grubhub partnership is easy to overlook, but it can be a useful Prime perk if you regularly order food.
Eligible U.S. Prime members can get Grubhub+ for free on an ongoing basis, with benefits including $0 delivery fees on qualifying orders, lower service fees, 5% back in Grubhub+ Credit on eligible pickup orders, and exclusive offers.
The key is to activate the offer and understand the fine print. Free delivery does not mean every charge disappears, and the benefit only applies to eligible Grubhub+ merchants and qualifying orders.
But if you already pay for Amazon Prime and occasionally find yourself staring at a delivery fee before placing a food order, this is one Prime benefit worth checking.