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Places Where Kids Eat Free

May 4, 2017 By Amanda Blankenship Leave a Comment

If you’re a parent there are never enough ways for you to save money. Moms and dads spend a lot of time trying to trim the budget here and there to better provide for their families. Most of the time when it comes to cutting down the budget food and groceries are among the first to go. Parents will likely try to cut down on the amount they eat out or trim their grocery budget. There may be a way you can save without much effort though.

There are a number of places where kids eat free (and free is always budget friendly). Below is a list of great places with free kid’s meals.

Places Where Kids Eat Free

Finding a place where your child can eat for free is a lot easier than you’d think, especially if your kid is still under 12 years old (12+ don’t qualify for free meals in most establishments). If you’re wondering which restaurants offer this perk, here are 20 places where kids eat free:

Applebee’s: Keep an eye out at your local Applebee’s for their “kids eat free” day during the week (day will vary location to location).
Bob Evans: On Tuesdays after 4 p.m. kids eat free at Bob Evans.
Captain D’s: Kids eat free on Thursdays at Captain D’s (limit two children per paying adult).
Chick-fil-a: If you purchase an adult combo meal you get a free kid’s meal on Tuesdays from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. *Call your local Chick-fil-a to confirm.*
Ci-Ci’s Pizza: If your child is under the age of three they eat free at Ci-Ci’s every day of the week.
Denny’s: From 4 p.m. until 10 p.m. on Tuesdays kids eat free at Denny’s (limit two children per paying adult).
Firehouse Subs: Firehouse offers free kid’s meals on Wednesdays with a purchase of an adult meal.
Fudruckers: Every Monday from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. kids eat free at Fudruckers.
Hooters: Kids eat free from 11 a.m. until 11 p.m. on Sundays at Hooters.
IHOP: IHOP offers free kid’s meals with a purchase of an adult meal quite often. Keep an eye out for promotions like this in your area.
Lone Star Steakhouse: Kids eat free all day Tuesday (limit two children per paying adult).
Maggiano’s Little Italy: On Saturday kids under 5 eat for free.
Moe’s Southwest Grill: Kids eat for free on Tuesday at Moe’s (limit one per paying adult).
Perkins: Perkins offers a free kid’s meals with the purchase of an adult entree.
Pizza Hut: Tuesday is the day when kids can eat free at Pizza Hut (all day long).
Qdoba: Qdoba offers free kid’s meals on Sundays and Wednesdays.
Red Robin: If you’re child is under 10 they can eat for free at Red Robin on Mondays.
Salsarita’s: On Thursdays Salsarita’s offers its patrons a free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult meal.
Shoney’s: All day Friday kids eat free at Shoney’s.
Steak ‘n Shake: If you purchase a $9 adult entree you can get a free kid’s meal on Sundays.

Places Kids Eat Almost Free

In addition to the restaurants that offer kiddies free meals there are also a number of places that offer almost free meals for kids. Here are just a few:

Buffalo Wild Wings: From 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Mondays the kid’s meal is only $0.99.
McAlister’s Deli: Select locations offer a $0.99 kid’s meal menu every day.
WhichWich: Purchase a 7″ sandwich and get your kid’s sandwich for $0.99 on Mondays and Saturdays.

These are only just a few of the places where kids eat free (or almost free) near you. Many local restaurants and smaller chains have free kid’s meals on certain days or after certain times. If you are wondering about a specific restaurant, give them a call to confirm. You can also view even more places where kids eat free here.

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IHOP Offers Free Pancakes on National Pancake Day

March 6, 2017 By Amanda Blankenship 1 Comment

Tomorrow is National Pancake Day which means there are opportunities to score some free pancakes. March 7, 2017 marks the 11th year that the International House of Pancakes is celebrating National Pancake Day and they are rewarding customers with a free short stack of pancakes.

Free Pancakes on National Pancake Day

You can get a free short stack of pancakes at IHOP on National Pancake Day (March 7) between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. IHOP launched National Pancake Day in 2006. The idea behind the “holiday” is to give customers a short stack of pancakes for free and encourage them to donate what they would have spent on breakfast.

Since 2006 IHOP has been able to raise $24 million for charity. IHOP asks its customers to donate to one of its partner charities, which includes Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, Shriners Hospitals for Children and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. This year the company hopes to raise another $3.5 million to children battling diseases.

If you’re wondering about the IHOP nearest you you can find the closest restaurant using this store locator.

Other Free Pancakes on National Pancake Day

National Pancake Day isn’t only celebrated at IHOP though. The day is celebrated annually on Shrove Tuesday (the Tuesday after Ash Wednesday). While IHOP is the most popular place to grab free pancakes, there are other restaurants offering freebies and deals tomorrow too. Below are some of the best deals and freebies for National Pancake Day:

Denny’s: $4 all-you-can-eat pancakes
Friendly’s: take 50% off your entire breakfast
Original Pancake House: get 10% off a flame broiler through the end of March

You don’t have to go out to eat to celebrate National Pancake Day either. Some companies like Bisquick and Hungry Jack are offering discounts on their pancake mixes in the store. You may be able to find a manufacturer coupon or a coupon in-house to get $0.50 or more off your pancake mix.

Companies and nonprofit organizations have been using pancake breakfasts to raise money for charity for years. Everyone loves a fluffy short stack of pancakes (and they are relatively cheap to make), which makes it easy to raise money for different charities.

How will you celebrate National Pancake Day?

Photo: Sean MacEntee

National Sandwich Day Deals

November 2, 2016 By Alexa Mason 1 Comment

Sandwiches are incredibly versatile. People eat sandwiches at breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinner. Most people have at least one favorite sandwich and the day to celebrate that favorite sandwich is here! National Sandwich Day is celebrated annually on November 3 (tomorrow). Like other nationally-recognized food holidays, National Sandwich Day will be a great day to score some deals and freebies. Where are the best National Sandwich Day deals?

National Sandwich Day Deals

National Sandwich Day will offer much more than just a new Snapchat filter. If you are looking to get a great deal on National Sandwich Day you may want to do some planning. Locations like Subway and other sandwich shops will likely be crowded, however, they aren’t the only places offering great sandwich deals. Here are some of the best National Sandwich Day deals:

Arby’s: Sign up for Arby’s email deals and receive a coupon for a free roast beef sandwich. You must purchase a drink to receive this National Sandwich Day deal.
Burger King: Burger King is offering a deal on its breakfast sandwiches. You can get any two breakfast sandwiches for $4 for a limited time.
Domino’s: For a limited time you can get any two oven-baked sandwiches from Domino’s for $5.99 each. Use the promo code 9193.
Panera Bread: Use code RPUBC2 at checkout online and save $3 on your Panera Bread order. This offer is valid through November 6.
Smiling Moose Rocky Mountain Deli: On National Sandwich Day Smiling Moose Rocky Mountain Deli will give customers a free drink and chips with a purchase of a sandwich.
Quiznos: Register for the Q Club and receive email deals. You can receive a coupon for $1 off your next sandwich order.
Schlotzsky’s Deli: Download the Lotz4Me app and get a free small “The Original” sandwich. The deli is also doing a “buy one, get one free” promotion for National Sandwich Day. You can get any medium sub free with the purchase of a sub of equal or greater value.
Steak ‘n Shake: Save $1 on a Turkey Club ‘n Fries until November 20.
Subway: On National Sandwich Day you can buy any sandwich and drink and get another sandwich of equal or lesser value for free. Subway will also donate a meal to Feeding America for each sandwich they sell on National Sandwich Day. Not all locations will be offering this freebie. Be sure to call ahead and inquire about the location’s deals for National Sandwich Day.
Tubby’s Grilled Submarines: Until December 31 you can take $1 off any regular or large sub.
Lance Crackers: This deal may seem odd. However, crackers are often referred to as “cracker sandwiches.” To honor National Sandwich Day, Lance is offering “Buy one, get one free” boxes of crackers. You can get this deal at Lance.com.

Now that you know where to get the best deals and freebies on National Sandwich Day there is only one thing left to do. Go out and enjoy your discounted (or free) sandwiches!

Will you take advantage of any of these National Sandwich Day deals and freebies?

Photo: Ginny

Get Free Taco Bell Today

November 2, 2016 By Alexa Mason 1 Comment

Getting things for free is always great. Every so often your favorite restaurants, donut shops or even retail locations give items or food away for free. Usually this is part of a more concentrated effort to get more foot traffic in the restaurant or store. Taco Bell is one of those companies that will give away free product to pull customers in. Today only (November 2) you can get free a Taco Bell Doritos Locos taco.

Why is There Free Taco Bell Today?

Taco Bell is giving away free Doritos Locos tacos today as a part of their “Steal a Base, Steal a Taco” campaign. As you may be aware, the World Series is taking place and millions of people are tuning in to watch America’s favorite pastime.

In Game 1 Indians shortstop Francisco Lindor came through and stole a base. It is being referred to as the “stolen base heard ’round the world.” The Taco Bell website says that the company believes one great steal deserves another (how clever!).

When Can You Get Free Taco Bell Today?

From 2 p.m. until 6 p.m. (your local time) you can get one free Doritos Locos taco at any participating Taco Bell location. There is no purchase necessary, however, each person is limited to one taco.

Taco Bell is a franchise so each Taco Bell location is privately-owned. Not all locations will be participating in the giveaway today. So, if you are curious as to whether your local Taco Bell will be giving away free tacos you may want to give them a call before heading over.

What Other Days Can You Get Free Taco Bell?

Today’s giveaway is to celebrate a new American hero, according to the Taco Bell site. However, you can get free Taco Bell more than just one day a year. In fact, the restaurant offers great deals and freebies throughout the entire year.

Every day between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. Taco Bell hosts a “Happier Hour.” Although you cannot score free Taco Bell every day during this time you can get great discounts. You can get loaded grillers, medium drinks and freezes all for $1!
You can also save money at Taco Bell by signing up for a Taco Bell account. By signing up, you will get email offers and freebies periodically. You can sign up here.
Download the Taco Bell app and save money. By using the Taco Bell app you can get exclusive offers, free Taco Bell and (in some locations) you can order ahead of time and even get Taco Bell delivered!

Taco Bell is offering its customers a freebie today in honor of a new American hero: Francisco Lindor. Although this deal was a last-minute decision on the company’s part, you can keep a lookout for more Taco Bell freebies and deals in the future. Normally Taco Bell will plan these events out ahead of time and you will have plenty of time to plan a trip to the nearest Taco Bell location.

Will you take advantage of today’s deal?

Photos: Taco Bell and MLB

National Parks and Monuments Free Today for 100th Anniversary

August 25, 2016 By James Hendrickson 1 Comment

August 25. 2016

Petroglyphs at Gold Butte have been damaged by bullet holes. Advocates are asking President Obama to create a new national monument. (Christian Gerlach/Sierra Club)

LAS VEGAS — All national parks and monuments are free to visit through August 28 in honor of the founding of the National Park Service 100 years ago. Conservation and political leaders, including Senator Harry Reid and Representative Dina Titus gathering at the Federal Building in Las Vegas to celebrate places such as Lake Mead, Great Basin and Tule Springs.

Mauricia Baca, executive director at the nonprofit Outside Las Vegas Foundation, said the state’s public lands are an integral part of the Nevadans’ quality of life.

“The national parks are among our greatest treasures,” Baca said. “And we need to really value them and care for them.”

But the state Legislature had different ideas about federal public lands. In May 2015, state lawmakers passed a joint resolution calling on Congress to transfer 7 million acres of federal land to the State of Nevada.

Conservation advocates such as Baca have renewed their call for President Obama to create a new national monument at Gold Butte.

“Currently, without that designation, elements such as the petroglyphs that exist in Gold Butte are really out there receiving no care and no special attention,” Baca said. “And they need that extra level of protection so that we have that legacy that can endure for generations.”

According to Baca, the outdoor economy generates almost $15 billion a year in Nevada.

Source: Public News Service. Republished with permission.

Author: Suzanne Potter, Public News Service – Nevada.

National Donut Day 2016 Deals and Freebies

June 3, 2016 By Amanda Blankenship 1 Comment

Whether you like your donut cream-filled or powdered, there is one day a year you must have one of America’s favorite pastries. The first Friday in June, is a day to celebrate the donut.

If you are a lover of the round pastry, you may already know that National Donut Day is an opportunity to get a free donut or at least a good deal. So, if you catch yourself passing by a Dunkin Donuts, Krispy Kreme or any other location selling donuts, you’ll want to watch out for these deals:

Krispy Kreme: Krispy Kreme is giving away a free donut (any variety). You cannot get your free donut at the drive thru though. You will have to walk into the store.

Dunkin Donuts: Dunkin Donuts is requiring a purchase of a beverage to get a free donut. Who wouldn’t want a hot cup of coffee from DD with their donut?

Fractured Prune: Select Fractured Prune locations will be offering free donuts with the purchase of a drink as well.

Duck Donuts: Duck Donuts, located on the East Coast, is offering a free sugar donut for National Donut Day. You will have to go to Duck Donuts Facebook page and claim the offer to receive a coupon to your email address. Then you show the coupon to the store and can claim your free pastry.

Randy’s Donuts: Randy’s Donuts, located in California, will be offering free donuts from 6 a.m. until 12 p.m. Patrons will also be entered in a raffle today.

Voodoo Doughnut: Voodoo Doughnut created some pretty awesome donuts. Some of them are topped with Cap’n Crunch cereal, others are topped with Bacon. However, the company will not be offering any freebies for National Donut Day. That doesn’t mean it isn’t a great place to stop to celebrate the day.

Entenmann’s: Usually you will only find these donuts in grocery stores. While many stores won’t be giving them away, the company is holding a sweepstakes in which 10 winners will receive free donuts for a year. The company will also be giving out free donuts in select cities throughout the United States.

Glaze Donuts: Glaze Donuts in New Jersey is offering one free glazed donut for each customer. The company has also joined with Uber for the day to have donuts delivered to your doorstep for $20. Proceeds of the Uber-Glaze partnership for the day will go to the Community Foodbank of New Jersey.

Shipley Do-Nuts: Located in the South and Midwest, patrons of Shipley Do-Nuts will be able to get a free glazed donut from 5 a.m. until 12 p.m. Shipley Do-Nuts will donate a portion of the sales to the Salvation Army.

Giant Eagle, Inc: If you purchase a 1/2 dozen donuts from the bakery at Giant Eagle, you will receive a 1/2 dozen for free.

Doughnut Plant NYC: Doughnut Plant NYC will be giving out free Carnival Sprinkle Mini Cake Doughnuts. They will only be available while supplies last.

Lamar’s Donuts: Print a “golden ticket” and get a free glazed donut from Lamar’s. Like Shipley Do-Nuts, Lamar’s will also be raising money for the Salvation Army. Donations are being accepted at all locations.

Keurig.com: Through Tuesday, Keurig.com is offeirng $2 off all of its Original Donut Shop coffee items. Enter “DONUTDAY” at checkout and receive the $2 off.

Do you have plans to celebrate Donut Day and capitalizing on freebies? Let us know in the comments.

Photo: Flickr: Dave Crosby