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National Pretzel Day: 2021 Freebies and Deals

April 26th, 2021 By Nicole
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It’s National Pretzel Day today! Here are a few deals you can score:

  • Pretzelmaker – Free pretzel for reward members with app (join free here) on 4/26
  • Philly Pretzel Factory – Free pretzel to everyone on 4/26
  • Wetzel’s Pretzels – Free pretzel in-store 3pm to close while supplies last
  • Auntie Anne’s – Free pretzel reward with app
  • Wendy’s – Buy One Get One for $1 Pretzel Pub Sandwiches
  • Sonic – $1 Soft Pretzel Twist with online or app order

YUM!

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National Cheeseburger Day Deals 2020 – Today Only!

September 18th, 2020 By Nicole
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Today is National Cheeseburger Day! Here are some deals you can grab:

  • Applebee’s – Handcrafted Burger with endless fries for $8.99
  • BurgerFi – Spend $10 through app on 9/18, get $10 app reward for future visit
  • Dog Haus – $5 cheeseburger with app
  • GrubHub – Check rewards account for possible offer
  • MOOYAH – Free cheeseburger to Rewards App members on 9/18
  • Burger King – 59¢ Cheeseburger with app
  • McDonald’s – 50¢ Double Cheeseburgers with App
  • Smashburger – Double Classic Smash Burger $5
  • Jack in the Box – Free Jumbo Jack Burger with any purchase through app
  • Johnny Rockets – Free burger when you purchase entree and drink/shake if you join email club
  • Red Robin – Gourmet burger buy 1, get 1 50% off with code BOGO online
  • White Castle – Buy 1, Get 1 Free Impossible Sliders
  • O’Charley’s – Burger and drink for $10
  • Steak N’ Shake – 50% off Double ‘n Cheese Steakburger for reward members
  • HopDoddy Burger Bar – Add a second patty for free to your burger with code DOUBLE
  • Whataburger – Buy 1, Get 1 Free Patty Melt online
  • Wayback Burgers – Cheeeesy Quarantini burger for $6.99–$7.49
  • Farmer Boys – $2 cheeseburgers from 1-5PM (must mention deal when ordering). Rewards members can get another $2 savings offer when you scan app

Be sure to give your location a call to make sure they’re taking part before going.

Filed Under: Free Food

FREE Krispy Kreme Doughnut Daily Through 6/5

June 3rd, 2020 By Nicole
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FREE Donut at Krispy Kreme for National Donut Day

Mark it on your calendar!  Stop by Krispy Kreme Doughnuts and get a FREE doughnut daily through 6/5!

As always, I recommend calling ahead to be sure your store is participating.

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Filed Under: Free Food, Great Deals

Veterans Day Freebies and Deals Roundup 2019

November 11th, 2019 By Nicole
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Veterans Day Restaurant Freebies and Deals, November 11, 2019

In honor of Veterans Day, here is a roundup of restaurants that are offering freebies or deals (at participating locations) to veterans and active duty military (keep in mind some are valid on 11/11 and some on 11/12!).

Restaurant Deals

Applebee’s – Free entree for Veterans and Active Duty Military at participating locations on 11/11

Back Yard Burgers – Free burger for Veterans and Active Duty Military at participating locations on 11/11

Big Daddy’s Burger Bar – Free All American Burger & Side for Veterans and Active Duty Military on 11/11

BJs Restaurant – Free entree + Dr. Pepper for Veterans and Active Duty Military at participating locations on 11/11

Bob Evans – Free meal for Veterans or Active Military Personnel on 11/11

Boston Market – Buy an entree and drink, get a free entree on 11/11 – 11/12 (not yet confirmed)

Calhoun’s – Free meal for Veterans or Active Military Personnel on 11/11

California Pizza Kitchen – Free select entree for Veterans and Active Duty Military at participating locations on 11/11

Chili’s – Free entree for Veterans and Active Duty Military Service Members on 11/11

Chipotle – Buy one get one free entrees for Veterans and Active Duty Military Service Members on 11/11

Chuck E Cheese – Meal deals for Veterans at participating locations on 11/11

Cotton Patch Cafe – Free Chicken Fried Steak or Chicken for Veterans and Active Duty Military on 11/11

Coolgreens – Free entree for Veterans and Active Duty Military on 11/11

Costco – $60 in savings for new sign ups for Veterans and Active Duty Military on 11/11

Cracker Barrel – Free slice of Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola Cake or Pumpkin Pie Latte for Veterans on 11/11

Denny’s – Free Build Your Own Grand Slam for Veterans on 11/11

Dunkin’ Donuts – Free donut for Veterans and Active Duty Military at participating locations on 11/11

Famous Dave’s – Free 2 Meat Combo for Veterans or Active Military Personnel on 11/11

Fazoli’s – Free spaghetti for Veterans and Active Duty Military Service Members on 11/11

Golden Corral – Free dinner “Thank You” Dinner for Veterans from 5-9PM on 11/11

Houlihan’s – Free meal for Veterans and Active Duty Military on 11/11

Hy-Vee – Free Breakfast from 7am – 11am Veterans or Active Military Personnel on 11/11

Krispy Kreme – Free Doughnut of choice and small coffee for Veterans on 11/11

LaMar’s Donuts – Free doughnut and small coffee for Veterans or Active Military Personnel on 11/11

Little Caesars Pizza – Free $5 Hot-N-Ready Lunch Combo for Veterans and Active Duty Military at participating locations on 11/11 from 11am – 2pm

Logan’s – Free entree for Veterans or Active Military Personnel on 11/11 from 11am-6pm

Macaroni Grill – Free spaghetti and meatballs for Veterans or Active Military Personnel on 11/11

Max & Erma’s – Free Cheeseburger, endless seasoned fries, and drink to all Veterans and Active Duty Military on 11/11

Menchie’s – Free 6 oz frozen yogurt for Veterans or Active Military Personnel on 11/11

Mission BBQ – Free sandwich and cake for Veterans or Active Military Personnel on 11/11

On The Border – Free Combo Meal for Veterans or Active Military Personnel on 11/11

Outback Steakhouse – 20% off check for service members through 11/11

Pilot Flying J – Free coffee and breakfast item with app for Veterans on 11/10 -11/12

Red Lobster – Free appetizer or dessert for Veterans, Reservists, and Active Duty Military Service Members on 11/11

Red Robin – Free Tavern Double Burger with Bottomless Steak Fries for Veterans and Active Duty Military on 11/11

Shoney’s – Free Breakfast to Veterans and Active Duty Military Service Members on 11/11

Spaghetti Warehouse – Buy One Get One Free select entrees from 11/9 – 11/11 with coupon

Starbucks – Free tall coffee to Veterans and Active Duty Military Service Members on 11/11

Texas Roadhouse – Free meal for Veterans on 11/11 form 11am – 4pm

Weinerschnitzel – Free Chili Dog, Small Fries, and a Small Pepsi for Veterans and Active Duty Military Service Members on 11/11

Yard House – Free appetizer Veterans and Active Duty Military Service Members on 11/11

Zaxby’s – Free Southern TLC Sandwich for Veterans and those in uniform or with military ID on 11/11

Academy Sports – 10% discount in-store and online for military and first responders on 11/11

Amazon Prime – Membership just $79 (regularly $119) for military

Great Clips – Veterans and active service members who come in Nov. 11 get either a free haircut or a free haircut card to redeem with proof of military service through Dec. 31, 2017, at any U.S. Great Clips salon.

Kohl’s – 30% off for Veterans and active service members through 11/11

LegoLand Florida – Free entrance for Veterans and active service members through 11/25

Main Event Entertainment – Free $10 game card and entree

Sports Clips – Free haircut for Veterans and active service members on 11/11

National Parks – Free entrance on Veteran’s Day

Price Chopper/Market 32 – Free 12 oz coffee and donut for Veterans and active service members on 11/11

Publix – 10% off Groceries for Veterans, Military Personnel, and their families on 11/11

Sam’s Club – Free $10 gift card for joining for Veterans and Military Personnel

Great Clips – Veterans and active service members who come in Nov. 11 get either a free haircut or a free haircut card to redeem with proof of military service through Dec. 31, 2017, at any U.S. Great Clips salon.

Sports Clips – Free haircut for Veterans and active service members on 11/11

Academy Sports – 10% off for active duty military, veterans and their spouse and/or dependent children in-store or online through 11/11

National Parks – Free entrance on Veteran’s Day

Publix – 10% off Groceries for Veterans, Military Personnel, and their families on 11/11

Winn-Dixie – 10% off Groceries for Veterans and Military Personnel on 11/11

Target – 10% off purchase from 11/9 – 11/12 for Military Personal, Vets, and Family Members with military ID

As always, you may want to call your nearest locations to make sure they are participating. Be sure to bring a form of military ID.

Know a veteran? Be sure to pass this on and tell them THANKS!

Filed Under: Free Food

National Flip Flop Day: FREE Smoothie at Tropical Smoothie Cafe (6/14)

June 13th, 2019 By Nicole
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National Flip Flop Day – FREE Smoothie at Tropical Smoothie Cafe

On Friday, June 14, stop by any participating Tropical Smoothie Cafe between 2 and 7 pm and get a FREE 16 oz. Sunshine Smoothie just for wearing flip flops!

While you’re there, you can also show your support for Camp Sunshine which provides support and hope to children with life-threatening illnesses. As always, I recommend calling ahead to be sure your store is participating.

Click here to find a Tropical Smoothie Cafe near you.

Check out the rest of the Restaurant Deals for even more savings!

Filed Under: Free Food, Great Deals

FREE Doughnuts on National Doughnut Day (6/7)

June 6th, 2019 By Nicole
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Free Doughnuts on National Donut Day 2019

Check out the places offering FREE doughnuts on 6/7 for National Donut Day!

  • Dunkin’ Donuts – FREE Doughnut with any beverage purchase
  • Krispy Kreme – FREE Doughnut, no purchase necessary
  • LaMar’s – FREE Doughnut, no purchase necessary
  • Walmart – FREE coffee and doughnut samples (participating locations)
  • Kwik Trip – FREE Doughnut with Kwik rewards card, no purchase necessary
  • Shipley Do-Nuts– FREE Glazed Do-Nut with any purchase from 5am – 12pm
  • Giant Eagle – Dozen Doughnuts from bakery just $3.99
  • Duck Donuts – FREE Doughnut, no purchase necessary

Yummy!

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FREE Haagen-Dazs Cone Day (5/14)

May 14th, 2019 By Nicole
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FREE Cone Day at Haagen-Dazs Stores is back! 

Stop by a participating Haagen-Dazs Ice Cream Shop today, May 14 between 4-8 pm for FREE Cone Day.  No coupon or purchase necessary!

Click here to find a participating location near you.

Yummy!

Filed Under: Free Food

Tax Day Freebies and Deals 2019

April 15th, 2019 By Nicole
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Tax Day FREE Stuff 2019

Want to know what’s FREE on Tax Day this year?  Check out this long list of Tax Day freebies and restaurant deals from Schlotzsky’s, Great American Cookies, Noodles & Company and more.  We will update as more deals pop up. Let me know if you find anything else!

Tax Day Freebies and Deals 2019:

  • Amazon Restaurants – Use code EAT7 to get $7 off
  • B. Good – FREE Green Bowl, Grain Bowl, or Burger with app download
  • Bananas Smoothies & Frozen Yogurt – Free Small Frozen Yogurt
  • Bite Squad – Use code TAXDAY2019 and get no delivery fees on orders of $20 or more
  • BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse – Half Off any Large Deep Dish or Tavern Cut Pizza
  • Boston Market – $10.40 Tax Day Meal Special
  • Brugger’s Bagels – Big Bagel Bundle $10.40 (13 Bagels + 2 Cream Cheese) for reward members
  • BurgerFi – Double Cheeseburgers $4.15 – Must use the BurgerFi App
  • California Tortilla – FREE Chips and Queso when you say “1040”
  • Cici’s Pizza – Adult Buffets $4.15 with the purchase of a large drink (with Cici’s Tax Day Coupon)
  • Corner Bakery Cafe – 2 Entrees for $10.40 April 15 – 17
  • Dunkin’ Donuts – Medium hot or iced coffee $1 for reward members (free to join)
  • Farmer Boys – 2 Breakfast Burritos or 2 Double Big Cheeses for $10.40
  • Firehouse Subs – Free Medium Sub with Purchase of Medium or Large Sub, Chips, and a drink with coupon
  • Great American Cookies – Free Original Chocolate Chip Cookie
  • Hot Dog On a Stick – FREE Turkey or Veggie Dog
  • Kona Ice – Free Cup of Tropical Shave Ice
  • Menchies – FREE $5 Frozen Yogurt when you download the app by April 15 (coupon will show up in the app)
  • Mountain Mike’s Pizza – $3 off Large Pizza using code 481658 or $8 off (2) Large Pizzas using code 883457
  • Noodles & Company – $4 off $10 mobild order for reward members only
  • Planet Fitness – Use HydroMassage Chairs (members OR non-members) FREE with coupon here
  • Potbelly Sandwich Shop – BOGO Entree when you mention it is Tax Day
  • Schlotzky’s – FREE Small The Original Sandwich with purchase of medium drink and chips
  • Smoothie King – $2 off 20 ounce Smoothies April 15 – 18 with the healthy rewards app
  • Sonny’s BBQ – Half-priced Sweet & Smokey or House Dry-Rubbed Rib Dinners
  • Waitr – Use code TAXDAY2019 and get no delivery fees on orders of $20 or more
  • White Castle – 15% off any in-castle order with a coupon

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