Here are some top restaurants and food establishments that are known to offer free food or special deals to celebrate your birthday! Keep in mind that these offers can change, and it’s always a good idea to confirm with your local establishment before visiting. Most require you to sign up for their email club or loyalty program in advance of your birthday.
Casual Dining & American Fare:
- Denny’s: Get a free Grand Slam breakfast on your birthday. (Often no sign-up required, just show ID).
- IHOP: Receive a free stack of Rooty Tooty Fresh ‘N Fruity pancakes (or another item) by signing up for their MyHOP rewards program.
- Waffle House: Get a free waffle by joining their Regulars Club.
- TGI Fridays: Get a free dessert when you sign up for their Fridays Rewards program.
- Applebee’s: Free dessert with a birthday meal when you join their E-club.
- Chili’s: Free dessert when you join My Chili’s Rewards.
- Ruby Tuesday: Free burger or garden bar entree with Ruby Tuesday So Connected.
Coffee & Sweets:
- Starbucks: A free drink or food item of your choice when you join Starbucks Rewards.
- Dunkin’ (Donuts): Get a free beverage for your birthday by joining DD Perks.
- Baskin-Robbins: Free scoop of ice cream when you join their Birthday Club.
- Cold Stone Creamery: Buy one, get one free creation coupon for signing up for My Cold Stone Club.
- Krispy Kreme: Free donut and coffee (or another special offer) when you sign up for their Rewards program.
- Cinnabon: Free small Cinnabon Stix or other treat when you join Club Cinnabon.
Mexican Cuisine:
- Moe’s Southwest Grill: Free burrito by downloading the Moe’s Rockin’ Rewards App.
- Qdoba: Buy one, get one free entree when you sign up for their Rewards program.
- On The Border: Free dessert or queso for joining Border Rewards.
Other Notable Mentions:
- Olive Garden: Free dessert (often a Dolcini) when you join their eClub.
- Red Robin: Free gourmet burger by joining Red Robin Royalty.
- P.F. Chang’s: Free dessert or appetizer when you sign up for P.F. Chang’s Rewards.
- Subway: Free cookie for your birthday when you join Subway MyWay Rewards.
- The Melting Pot: Chocolate-covered strawberries for joining Club Fondue.
Remember to plan ahead! Most of these offers require you to sign up for their respective loyalty programs at least a week or two before your actual birthday to ensure you receive the coupon or offer in time.
Enjoy your free birthday treats!
