Dining out can be expensive, and we're always trying to find food deals. While there are ways to save at restaurants that you can count on week in and week out, sometimes, the biggest savings you’ll find are special promotions from national restaurants.
These October food deals come and go throughout the month, so keeping track of them is pretty tricky. But we’ll include the best restaurant deals on this list as they become public. Bookmark this page and visit whenever you want to search for "food deals near me"; then you’ll have the info you need to save money.
And for even more food deals, check out our Monday restaurant deals and Tuesday food specials.
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Game Day Discounts and Deals
With football season well underway, we found some game day deals and discounts to help you celebrate.
Applebee's: If there's a Pick 6 during any NFL football game on Sunday you can celebrate with six FREE boneless wings with any $10 purchase at Applebee's on the following Monday. For online orders you must use the promo code PICK6 during checkout.
Chipotle: Enter Chipotle's Got Smoked? Get Smoked giveaway for a chance to win free Smoked Brisket for the rest of the regular season. To enter, tweet (on X) a screenshot of your losing fantasy football matchup (2024-2025 season) along with hashtags #SmokedLineup and #Sweepstakes. Limit one entry per person. Be sure to read the official rules before submitting your screenshot.
Hooters: Score $10 off any purchase of $40 or more at Hooters when you use the promo code FOOTBALL24 during checkout.
Mountain Mike's Pizza: When the San Francisco 49ers win this football season, Mountain Rewards members can get 49% off a large pizza at Mountain Mike's Pizza the Wednesday after their win. You must visit their football page when the 49ers win to receive the promo code to use for the deal.
Popeyes: Get 25% off Popeyes Tailgate Bundle (24-piece wings, with up to four flavor selections, three regular sides, and four dipping sauces) on Saturdays and Sundays all season long when you order through DoorDash.
Quiznos: On Mondays in October, get $2 off large Quiznos subs when you use the promo code 2OFF12 during checkout online or in-app.
Rock & Brews: Cheer on your favorite team with $4 16-ounce drafts, 12 wings for $16, and 10-inch Extreme Pepperoni pizza for $12 every Monday and Thursday 7 p.m. - close and on Sunday all day at Rock & Brews.
Shake Shack: Get a FREE Chicken Shack with any order of $10 or more every Sunday at Shake Shack when you use the promo code CHICKENSUNDAY during checkout. Offer valid online, in-app and in store through Dec. 15, 2024.
TGI Fridays: Score a $10.99 wings basket and $5 drafts at TGI Fridays every day.
Free Fry Fridays
These freebies may not be on game days, but a freebie on any day is a win in our book!
Burger King: Royal Perks members can get a medium size fries per week with an (pickup-only) order of $1 or more in the BK app.
Jack in the Box: Jack Pack members can enjoy free fries (any size, any style) every Friday with any in-app purchase at Jack in the Box.
McDonald's: Every Friday, you can get a free medium fries with any $1 in-app purchase at McDonald's through Dec. 27, 1024.
Wendy's: Grab any size of Wendy's fries for free with any in-app purchase every Friday through Dec. 27, 2024.
Limited-Time October Food Deals
Beyond Juicery: Grab any of the three breakfast Duo Deals at Beyond Juicery for $9.99 for a limited time.
BJ's Restaurants: Enjoy $13 Pizookie Meal Deal (dine-in, takeout, and delivery) Monday - Friday at BJ's Restaurants.
BurgerFi: Grab a $5 BurgerFi cheeseburger every Wednesday with the purchase of any beverage. Offer valid for dine-in only.
Carrabba's: Enjoy endless soup and salad (served with sourdough bread) for $9.99 at Carrabba's.
Casey's: On National Sausage Pizza Day (October 11) you can get a large Casey's sausage pizza for $10 when you use the promo code SAUSAGE during checkout.
Casey's: Score a BOGO 50% off large single-topping pizzas at Casey's when you use the promo code BOGO during checkout online or in the Casey's app.
Chili's: With Chili's 3 for Me menu, you can enjoy Chili's Big Smasher Burger (1/2 pound), plus an appetizer and drink, for $10.99 or more. Offer valid for online, in-app, and dine-in orders.
Dickey's Barbecude Pit: Enjoy a BOGO free CUE combo at Dickey's Barbecue Pit when you use the promo code BOGOCOMBO during checkout.
Dickey's Barbecue Pit: Save 20% on catering orders of $150 or more at Dickey's Barbecue Pit when you use the promo code SPOOKY during checkout.
Dunkin': Enjoy $2 Loaded Hash Browns at Dunkin' through Oct. 7 when you order through the Dunkin' app.
Dunkin': Grab a $6 meal deal (bacon, egg and cheese sandwich, hash browns, and a medium hot or iced coffee at Dunkin'.
Freebirds World Burrito: Kids (12 and under) eat free on Sundays at Freebirds World Burrito when you purchase one adult entree (excludes the Halfbird online). Offer valid online and in-store. Maximum two free kids meals per online orders.
Friendly's: Enjoy late night menu specials Sun. - Thurs. after 8 p.m. at Friendly's. Options include:
$4 Double cone or dish
$5 Friend-Z (any flavor)
$6 Fribble or medium sundae
$7 appetizer or large sundae
Granite City Food & Brewery: Enjoy $11.99 pasta entrees (with unlimited garlic bread and your choice of salad) on Pasta Wednesdays at Granite City Food & Brewery. Plus, you can earn double points on orders of $50 or more.
Hardee's: Get an Original Bag at Hardee's with your choice of two full-size entrees, a small fry, and drink for only $5.99. Entree items include Hardee's Original Hot Ham & Cheese, Double Cheeseburger, or Hand-Breaded Chicken Tender Wraps. For select markets with local favorites, Hardee’s Chili Dog and Regular Roast Beef Sandwich are also options in the Original Bag.
Harry & David: Save up to 40% on select gifts at Harry & David through Oct. 7.
IHOP: Every Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. - 10 p.m., you can enjoy the IHOP House Faves (Breakfast Faves Combo, Ham & Cheese Omelette, French Toast Breakfast, and House Scramble) for $6 each.
Insomnia Cookies: Rewards members can purchase 12-Packs for $21 at Insomnia Cookies through Sunday, Oct. 13. Offer valid on one purchase daily.
Jeremiah's Italian Ice: Grab the new $3.09 Tadpole Mini size (5 ounces) from the Cup Family lineup at Jeremiah’s Italian Ice.
KFC: Save 40% on a 12-piece Chicken Bucket at KFC when you order online.
Logan's Roadhouse: On Wednesdays, you can grab a mesquite-grilled steak, two sides, and a soft drink for $12.99 at Logan's Roadhouse. Enjoy a free appetizer (up to $11.49) with a purchase of $30 or more on Mondays at Logan's Roadhouse.
Marco's Pizza: Grab a large Margherita Magnifico pizza starting at $10.99 at Marco's Pizza when you order online or in the Marco's app and use the promo code MARGMAG during checkout.
McDonald's: Grab McDonald's $5 Meal Deal. It comes with one McChicken or McDouble (your choice), one 4-piece nuggets, a small fries, and a small drink.
Noodles & Company: Get a free kids' meal (entree, two sides and a drink) at Noodles & Company when you purchase any adult entree and use the promo code KIDSEATFREE during checkout online or in app. Free kids' meal entree options include Wisconsin Mac & Cheese, Spaghetti & Meatballs, kids Buttered Noodles, or kids Grilled Chicken Breast with Marinara.
O'Charley's Restaurant & Bar: On Tuesdays, you can get O'Charley's Pit-Stop (four chicken tenders, fries, and a coke for $6.) Offer valid on pickup orders only. Or grab a $25 Family Style Meal (feeds 4 - 6) Mon. - Thurs. at O'Charley's.
O'Charley's Restaurant & Bar: Grab a FREE small apple cobbler with any entree purchase at O'Charley's.
O'Charley's Restaurant & Bar: Kids eat free at O'Charley's every Sunday in October with the purchase of an adult entree. Offer valid through Oct. 31.
On The Border: Border Rewards members can score endless On The Border tacos (seasoned ground beef or pulled chicken Tinga) for $10. Offer valid for dine-in only through Oct. 13.
Panda Express: Play the Panda Express Blazin' Match Game (in app) where you can match cards for upgrades, freebies and more. If you complete all three levels each week, you'll be entered for a chance to win free Panda Plates for a year (that’s one free plate per week for 52 weeks). Play through Oct. 13, 2024.
Week 1:
Level 1: Free Upgrade to Premium
Levels 2: Bigger Plate for the Price of a Plate
Levels 3: Free Small a La Carte Entrée with Purchase
Week 2:
Level 1: Free Upgrade to Premium
Levels 2: Bigger Plate for the Price of a Plate
Levels 3: $8 Plate
Week 3:
Level 1: Free Upgrade to Premium
Levels 2: Bigger Plate for the Price of a Plate
Levels 3: BOGO Bowl
Panera Bread: Buy one soup, salad, sandwich, or mac and get a second one for $5 at Panera Bread when you use the promo code BOGO5 at checkout online or in the Panera app.
Panera Bread: MyPanera Rewards members (it's free to join) can get $5 off an order of $10 or more at Panera when you use the promo code FFE846 during checkout online or in app. You can stack this deal with a 50% off a pastry offer (automatic discount at checkout) with the purchase of an entree and drink.
Perkins American Food Co.: Get 20% off your entire
Philly Pretzel Factory: Score a B5G5 free pretzels deal at Philly Pretzel Factory whenever the Philadelphia Eagles win this football season.
Pie Five Pizza: Circle of Crust Rewards members can save $5 when you spend $10.99 or more on personal pizzas (BYO Whatever I Want and Signature pizzas) at Pie Five Pizza in-store and online. Valid Monday, Oct. 7 only.
Pizza Hut: Hut Rewards members can get a free 11-inch 1-topping pizza at Pizza Hut when you place a delivery or carryout order of $7.99 or more online or in-app. Within 48 of your purchase, you'll get a coupon in your rewards account message box. To redeem, you must click on the coupon in-app. If you're not already a Hut Rewards member, you can take advantage of this deal when you sign up within 48 of your qualifying purchase. Limit one free coupon per rewards account.
Pizza Hut: Grab three 1-topping Pizza Hut pizzas and a 16-piece boneless wings for $39.99 when you order in-app.
Pokeworks: Rewards members can earn double points on all Pokeworks orders through Oct. 21.
Red Lobster: For a limited time, you can enjoy Shrimp Your Way 3 for $20 with the new Street Corn Shrimp flavor at Red Lobster. Meal includes one side.
Red Robin: Get a Red's Double under $11 at Red Robin every day.
Red Robin: Grab a Gourmet Cheeseburger with bottomless fries for $10 every Tuesday at Red Robin.
Taco Bell: Grab the Big Cheez-It cracker (16 times bigger than a regular Cheez-It) for $1 at Taco Bell for a limited time.
TGI Fridays: TGI Fridays Rewards members check your inbox for a 30% off coupon good on your entire dine-in order Oct. 8 - 9.
Tiff's Treats: Buy one dozen cookies at Tiff's Treats, get a second dozen FREE when you use the promo code HELLOBOGO during checkout.
Tijuana Flats: Score a $5.99 Taco Meal (a taco, chips, and a drink) at Tijuana Flats.
Which Wich: Save $2 on any vegetarian wich when you use the promo code VEGGIE during checkout at Which Wich online or in-app.
White Castle: This month White Castle has several deals:
BOGO free Breakfast Slider on a bun on Oct. 11 with promo code FRESHEGG.
Free dessert on a stick on Oct. 14 with promo code DESSERT.
$5 off any Crave Case of 30 sliders on Oct. 31 with promo code BOO.
October Food Deals Happening All Month Long
You may need to download an app, go in store, and/or join a free restaurant loyalty program to get these nearby food deals, but there are some pretty noteworthy ones. And most of them last throughout the month or longer.
Arby's: Save 20% on an order when you sign up for the free Arby's Rewards program. Offer valid for 14 days after you join.
Auntie Anne's: Rewards members can get $0 delivery fee on Auntie Anne's orders of $12 or more every weekend (Thursdays - Mondays) through Oct. 28.
BJ’s Brewhouse & Restaurant: Enjoy half-off large pizzas every Monday at BJ’s Brewhouse and Restaurant.
Bob Evans: Spend $25 on two separate visits to Bob Evans in October you'll get a FREE Dinner Bell Plate for your next visit.
Buffalo Wild Wings: Every Thursday at Buffalo Wild Wings, you can get BOGO free boneless wings no matter what quantity you purchase, except for party platters. On Tuesdays, get BOGO 50% off traditional wings.
Burger King: Royal Perks members can get a $3 Whopper every Wednesday online or through the BK app.
Burger King: Everyone can grab a $5 Your Way Meal at Burger King. You can select from a Whopper Jr. Chicken Jr. or Bacon Cheeseburger, plus get a 4-piece nuggets, a value drink, and fries.
Checkers/Rally's: Get a $5 T-Pain Meal Deal at Checkers and Rally's through Nov. 17. The meal includes your choice of the classic Checker/Rallyburger, or a BBQ Spicy Chicken Sandwich, plus a small fry, 16-ounce soft drink and an 8-piece BBQ Chicken Bites. Price may be $6 in some locations.
Dat Dog: Save 10% on any Dat Dog order over $10 when you use the promo code RENTWEEKWEENIES during checkout online (for pickup or delivery). Offer valid the first week of every month.
Dave & Buster's: Enjoy game nights (Mondays and Thursdays) with AYCE wings + $10 Power Card (Monday and Thursday), and discounted gaming at Dave & Buster's. Plus, enjoy 1/2 priced games every Wednesday.
Del Taco: Enjoy the Del's Real Deals $2 (and under) menu at Del Taco. The menu has 15 items to select from, including crispy chicken taco, chicken cheddar rollers, and bean & cheese burrito with green or red sauce ($1.89).
Dickey's Barbecue Pit: Kids eat free on Sundays at Dickey's Barbecue Pit when you purchase an adult entree ($12 or more) and use the promo code KEFOLO at checkout.
Domino's: Get $7.99 1-topping pizzas for a limited time. Carry-out orders only. Excludes XL pizzas and specialty. Also valid on 8-piece wings or Dips & Twists combos.
Dunkin': Join Dunkin' Rewards and get two weeks of free medium drinks with purchase. Offer valid through Dec. 31, 2024.
Dunkin': Dunkin' Rewards members can earn 100 bonus points when you order ahead on Mondays through Dec. 30. 2024.
Dunkin': Rewards members who visit Dunkin' 12 times in a calendar month can earn Boosted Status.
EG America: Enjoy a $5 breakfast meal deal at EG America stores across the U.S. (Cumberland Farms, Turkey Hill, Fastrac, Quik Stop, Certified Oil, Tom Thumb, Loaf ‘N Jug, Kwik Shop, Sprint and Mini Mart). Meal options include a breakfast sandwich and your choice of a 15-ounce Monster Java, 16-ounce Monster, 12-ounce Minute Maid Juice, 28-ounce BodyArmor, 29-ounce BodyArmor Flash I.V. You can also get B2G1 FREE 8.4-ounce Red Bull, plus buy any Snickers, M&M’s, Twix Share Size or Reese’s, Hershey’s KitKat King Size and get one for $1. Offers valid through Oct. 22, 2024.
Einstein Bagels: Join Einstein Bros. Bagels Rewards and earn a free any size free hot or iced coffee. Make any purchase in a month and unlock a free coffee (with purchase) for the next month, every day, with their Unlimited Coffee Free program.
Freebirds: On Sundays, Texas-based Freebirds offers a kids eat free deal with the purchase of an adult entree. You must use the promo code KIDSEATFREE during checkout. Limit one kids' free meal with one adult entree. Maximum two free kids' meals per online order.
Hamburger Stand: This month, Hamburger Stand has several coupons for corn dogs, burgers, fries, and more when you use one of their October coupons.
Hooters: You can grab a lunchtime special for $9.99 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Monday - Friday at Hooters. You can also get 10 boneless wings, curly fries, and a fountain drink for $16.99.
Insomnia Cookies: Join Insomina Cookies Rewards and add your birthday to your account you'll receive a free cookie on your special day.
KFC: Through the end of the year, you can score a $5 meal at KFC. You have three meal options:
Taste of KFC 8-piece Nuggets: eight chicken nuggets, an individual (small) fries, and your choice of two sauces
Taste of KFC Famous Bowl: mashed potatoes, sweet corn, and chicken nuggets covered in homestyle gravy and shredded cheese
Taste of KFC 2-piece: 2-piece chicken (one drumstick and one thigh), mashed potatoes with gravy, and a biscuit
Logan's Roadhouse: Every Tuesday Logan's Roadhouse Rewards members can earn double points on in-app orders for pickup or delivery. Plus get free delivery on orders of $40 or more.
Main Event: Enjoy all-you-can-eat pizza (pepperoni or cheese) for $14.99 at Main Event every Sunday - Friday after 5 p.m.
Main Event: Kids eat FREE every Tuesday when you purchase a menu item for $11.99 or more at Main Event.
McDonald's: Download the McDonald's app and join their Rewards program to get a free large fries with a purchase of $1 or more.
Mountain Dew: Through Dec. 31, you can grab a FREE 20-ounce Mountain Dew if you travel into the Mountain Time Zone. You must first register at WelcometoMTNTime.com. Once you're in the Mountain Time Zone, go back to the above website, and you'll receive a digital coupon for a free 20-ounce Mountain Dew (any flavor). Limit one per registered email.
Olive Garden: Enjoy Never Ending Pasta Bowls at Olive Garden for $13.99 through Nov. 17, 2024.
On The Border: Every Monday, you can enjoy endless enchiladas for $13.99 at On The Border. Offer is valid on any flavor (you can even mix and match) for dine-in only. Plus, rewards members can save $2 on queso every day.
Panera Bread: Join Panera Rewards (it's free to join) and get $5 off an order of $10 or more at Panera.
Pizza Hut: Grab a Pizza Hut My Hut Box with a 2-topping personal pan pizza, side of fries, or four boneless wings for $6.99.
Pizza Hut: Hut Rewards members can get a free 11-inch 1-topping pizza at Pizza Hut when you place a delivery or carryout order of $7.99 or more online or in-app. Within 48 of your purchase, you'll get a coupon in your rewards account message box. To redeem, you must click on the coupon in-app. If you're not already a Hut Rewards member, you can take advantage of this deal when you sign up within 48 of your qualifying purchase. Limit one free coupon per rewards account.
Popeyes: Grab a Popeyes 24-piece Wings Tailgate Bundle for $24.99. The bundles include 24-piece wings, three regular sides, and four dip cup sauces. Offer valid through app or in store.
Quiznos: Get $1 off a regular-size soup when you purchase a Quiznos regular or large sub and use thee promo code 10OFFSOUP during checkout online or in-app. Offer valid any day in October.
Red Robin: Enjoy a $10 Red Robin Gourmet Cheeseburger with Bottomless Fries every Tuesday. Offer valid for dine-in only.
Smashburger: Kids eat free every Wednesday at Smashburger with the purchase of an adult meal (entree, side, and drink). Offer valid for kids 12 and under through Dec. 31, 2024.
Sonic: Save with the $1.99 menu at Sonic. Menu items include Chili Cheese Coney, Quarter Pound Double Cheeseburger, Bacon Ranch Queso Wrap, Southwest Crunch Queso Wrap, small tots, and any of the 16-ounce Sonic Shakes.
TGI Fridays: Every Monday, from 5 p.m. to close, get $0.50 wings at TGI Fridays.
TGI Fridays: Grab $7 cocktails and $10.99 wings basket every day at TGI Fridays.
Tijuana Flats: Local heroes, including teachers, nurses, firefighters, EMTs, military, and law enforcement, can get 20% off their purchase at Tijuana Flats with a valid I.D.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe: Enjoy $0 delivery fee when you spend $15 or more at Tropical Smoothie Cafe.
Village Inn: Get $5 off any $5 order when you download the Village Inn app and join Village Inn Rewards.
Wendy's: Grab a Wendy's Biggie Bag that comes with a 4-piece chicken nuggets, Jr. fries, and a small drink. There are five different entrees you can select from:
$5 Jr. Cheeseburger Biggie Bag
$5 Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger Biggie Bag
$5 Crispy Chicken Biggie Bag
$6 Crispy Chicken BLT Biggie Bag
$7 Bacon Double Stack Biggie Bag
Zaxby's: For a limited time, you can get a free 5 Fingerz reward with a purchase of $5 or more when you join Zaxby's Zax Rewardz.
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