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 May 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.
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Limited-Time May Food Deals
Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza & Wings: Kids eat free every Monday at Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza & Wings when you make a minimum purchase of $10. Offer valid for dine-in only.
Applebee's: Grab a Really Big Meal Deal at Applebee's starting at $9.99. The meal comes with your choice of the Big Cluckin' Crispy Chicken Sandwich or the Big Classic Bacon Cheeseburger, plus fries and a fountain drink.
Arby's: Enjoy surf & turf at Arby's for $6.99. You can choose two sandwiches (one meat-based and one fish-based) from the Classic Beef 'N Cheddar, Crispy Fish, and Fish 'N Cheddar sandwiches. If you're not into fish, you can still grab two Classic Beef 'N Cheddar for the same price.
Beyond Juicery + Eatery: Grab $4.99 smoothies every Tuesday (2 - 5 p.m.) at Beyond Juicery + Eatery.
BJ's Restaurant & Brewery: Score a $5 Pizookie (including the Cinnamon Roll Pizookie) on Tuesdays at BJ's Restaurant & Brewery. Offer valid for takeout, delivery, or in-store orders.
Burger King: Royal Perks members with a connected Walmart+ account can get two free Burger King sandwiches daily with a purchase of $1 or more through May 2.
Burger King: When the Mexican National Teams (MNT) soccer team scores their first goal throughout this year's soccer season, Burger King will offer Royal Perks members a free Whopper Jr. with any in-app purchase of $1 or more. You must use promo code MNTGOL at checkout. Redeem the offer in the BK app for 24 hours, starting the day after the match MNT scored a goal.
BurgerFi: Grab a $5 BurgerFi cheeseburger every Wednesday with the purchase of any beverage. Offer valid for dine-in only.
Carl's Jr.: Enjoy half-priced shakes and sides at Carl's Jr. every day from 2 - 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. - midnight.
Charleys: Grab the 2 for $10 small Chicken Cheesesteaks bundle (Chicken Buffalo, Chicken California, Chicken Philly, Chicken Teriyaki) at Charleys when you use the promo code 2FOR10 online or in-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.
Chuy's: This year, Chuy's is celebrating Cinco de Mayo with several deals, including $5 Queso Bowls on Monday, May 5.
Circle K: Inner Circle members can enjoy a $5 meal deal at Circle K through May 8, 2025. Deal includes a Pepsi (20 oz) or a Polar Pop and personal pizza.
Cowboy Chicken: Rewards members can score $5 off a 24-piece Wing Pack (boneless or bone-in) at Cowboy Chicken when you order in-app. You can select two flavors and two dipping sauces. Limit one-time use. Offer valid through May 25.
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.
Denny's: Buy one Original Grand Slam or All-American Slam at Denny's and get a second one for $1. Offer valid for dine-in only.
Denny's: Enjoy all-you-can-eat pancakes for $6 at Denny's.
EG America: Grab new EG America breakfast meal deals, all under $6:
$3 Breakfast Deal: Sausage, egg, and cheese croissant and a cup of signature Farmhouse Blend coffee. You can add a hash brown for $1. Offer available at Cumberland Farms North and Fastrac stores.
$4 Breakfast Deal: Any breakfast sandwich with any size coffee (hot or iced). You can add a hash brown for $1. Offer available at: Cumberland Farms Florida, Certified Oil, Kwik Shop, Loaf N’ Jug, Minit Mart, Quik Stop, Sprint, Turkey Hill Midwest, Turkey Hill Pennsylvania, and Tom Thumb stores.
$5 Breakfast Combo: Any breakfast sandwich with a 16-ounce Celsius Essentials, 11-ounce Tropicana, or 15.2-ounce Naked Juice. Offer available at Certified Oil, Cumberland Farms, Fastrac, Kwik Shop, Loaf N’ Jug, Minit Mart, Quik Stop, Sprint Food Stores, Tom Thumb, and Turkey Hill stores.
Fatburger: Get a Baby Fat Burger at Fatburger for $5.99 when you order online or in-store and use promo code BABYFATS at checkout. Offer valid through June 30.
Friendly's: Enjoy late-night menu specials Sun. - Thurs. after 8 p.m. at Friendly's. Options include these items:
$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 $8 burgers and chicken sandwiches on Mondays, plus $11.99 pasta entrees (with unlimited garlic bread and your choice of salad) on Pasta Wednesdays at Granite City Food & Brewery. Earn double points on orders of $50 or more.
Habit Buger & Grill: Every Tuesday, Habit Burger & Grill offers CharClub members a TwosDay perks deal. On May 6, the offer is BOGO sides. Offer valid online, in-app, and in-store.
Hardee's: Get an Original Bag at Hardee's with your choice of two full-size entrees, a small fry, and a drink for only $5.99. Entree items include Hardee's Original Hot Ham & Cheese, Double Cheeseburger, or Hand-Breaded Chicken Tender Wraps. Hardee’s Chili Dog and Regular Roast Beef Sandwich are also options in the Original Bag for select markets with local favorites.
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: Through May 5, you can grab four free Classic Insomnia Cookies when you order a dozen Classic cookies online, in-app, or in-store.
Krispy Kreme: On May 7 (the last day before REAL ID becomes mandatory for domestic flying), Krispy Kreme is offering a FREE Original Glazed doughnut to all guests in-shop and at the drive-thru. No purchase or ID required.
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.
Logan's Roadhouse: Get a FREE appetizer (up to an $11.49 value) with a purchase of $30 or more on Mondays at Logan's Roadhouse.
Marco's Pizza: Get unlimited large 2-topping pizzas for $8.99 at Marco's Pizza when you order online or in-app.
Marco's Pizza: Add Pepperoni Bread for $5 to any purchase of $7.99 or more from the Marco’s More Menu. Plus, you can grab deals on pepperoni menu items at Marco's Pizza when you use promo code PEPFEST at checkout online or in-app. Offer valid through May 11. Here are the deals you can scoop up during this promotion.
Pepperoni Pizzoli for $5.99
Pepperoni Magnifico for $9.99
Pepperoni Bread for $5
Mission BBQ: On May 17, from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., Mission BBQ is offering a free sandwich to all military members.
Moe's Southwest Grill: Moe Rewards members can score a $7.99 burrito or bowl (excluding Moe Meat Moe Cheese, Edgy Veggie, and Kids' Menu items) every Monday at Moe's Southwest Grill.
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.
Olive Garden: Enjoy a Buy One, Take One deal at Olive Garden. You can choose one ready-to-eat entree (starting at $14.99) or upgrade your entree for a charge. Plus, your ready-to-eat entree comes with breadsticks and never-ending homemade soup or salad. Then select a second FREE chilled entree to take home. You can order online or in-app for delivery or takeout, or dine in. Offer valid through May 4. Here's the Buy One, Take One menu:
Select one ready-to-eat entree
Spaghetti with Meat Sauce
Angel Hair with Marinara
Four-Cheese Manicotti
Fettucine Alredo (+$3)
Spaghetti & Meatballs (+$4)
Lasagna Classico (+$4)
Chicken Parmigiana (+$7)
Select one chilled entree to enjoy later
Fettucine Alfredo
Spaghetti with Meat Sauce
Five Cheese Ziti al Forno
On The Border: Order endless tacos (Chicken Tinga or Beef) for $10 at On The Border. The deal includes free chips and salsa. Offer valid for dine-in only.
Panda Express: Enjoy the 5 Person Family Meal for $35 at Panda Express. The meal comes with three entrees and two large sides. You can order online, in-app, or in-store.
Papa Murphy's Pizza: On May 16, you can save $10 on a regular-priced online purchase of $30 or more at Papa Murphy's Pizza when you use promo code PZPARTY25 at checkout. Limit one coupon per transaction.
Raising Cane's: New Raising Cane's Caniac Club members who confirm their email within 48 hours of registering will receive a FREE Box Combo. Existing members can enjoy a BOGO offer (check your rewards account).
Red Lobster: For a limited time, you can enjoy Shrimp Your Way (starting at $16.99) at Red Lobster. Meal includes one side.
Red Robin: Enjoy Monster Mondays with $2 Monster burger upgrades (an extra burger patty and extra cheese), $4 Monster Milkshakes (with refill tin), and Bottomless Root Beer Floats at Red Robin. Offers valid for dine-in only.
Red Robin: Grab a gourmet cheeseburger with bottomless fries for $10 every Tuesday at Red Robin.
Rita's Italian Ice: Celebrate National Italian Ice Day (Saturday, May 3) with a FREE small Italian Ice at Rita's Italian Ice when you purchase a treat (kids' size excluded). You can score the deal with a single-use, in-app reward.
Rita's Italian Ice: Rita's Italian Ice app users can enjoy a buy one Twisted Cola Blender and get a small one free deal when you order in the app. If you don't have the Rita's app, you can download it by May 4 to receive this exclusive reward. Rewards expire seven days from the date of issue.
Ruby Tuesday: On Tuesdays, you can grab cheeseburgers and select sandwiches for $6.99 at Ruby Tuesday. Both options come with fries or tots. Offer is for dine-in and online orders.
Shake Shack: Each week in May, Shake Shack is offering a different burger for free (max savings $8.48 - $11.49) when you purchase $10 or more and use promo code BURGERMONTH online, in-app, or at an in-store kiosk. Offer valid through June 1. Here are the free burger offers for this month:
May 1 - 11: SmokeShack
May 12 - 18: Bacon Cheeseburger
May 19 – 25: Avocado Bacon Burger
May 26 – June 1: ShackBurger
Sheetz: Sheetz is offering two free hot dogs through their app when you add promo code 2DOGZ4U under the Offerz tab. Offer valid for two weeks after you add the code.
Smashburger: Get a FREE Smashburger when you download the Smashburger app and log in to your rewards account or create an account.
Sonic: Starting May 5, you can grab a Unicorn Dreams Slush at Sonic for $3.99 and get a FREE Legendary Wish-Awakening Unicorn Horn Straw. The straw comes in four shades.
Color Changing: White-to-Pink
Color Changing: Green-to-Blue
Glow-in-the-Dark: Neon Green
Glitter: Frost Blue
Subway: Enjoy BOGO 50% off Subway footlongs when you use promo code BOGO50 during checkout online or in-app.
Subway: Buy a 6-inch sub of the day, small drink, and chips or two cookies for $6.99 (upgrade to a footlong for $3 more) at Subway.
Monday: Cold-Cut Combo
Tuesday: All-Pro Sweet Onion Chicken Teriyaki
Wednesday: Meatball Marinara
Thursday: Baja Chipotle Chicken
Friday: Tuna
Saturday: The Ultimate B.M.T.
Sunday: The Philly
Taco John's: Grab the $5 Meal Steal or the $7 Meal Steal at Taco John's via in-app only.
TCBY: Visit TCBY on Mother's Day in 2025, and mom can grab the first six ounces of her yogurt free.
Tijuana Flats: Get a $9.99 trio that includes a Carne Asada Street Taco, a Grilled Shrimp Street Taco, and chips at Tijuana Flats.
Tijuana Flats: On Saturdays, you can enjoy a 2 for $22 Saturdaze deal (two entrees, drinks, and a starter) at Tijuana Flats.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe: In celebration of National Flip Flop Day on May 28, you can enjoy a FREE 12-ounce Sunrise Sunset Smoothie at Tropical Smoothie Cafe. Offer valid from 2 - 7 p.m. on May 28 only.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe: Enjoy a $0 delivery fee on in-app or online orders of $15 or more at Tropical Smoothie Cafe.
Wingstop: Enjoy two tenders for $2 on Tuesdays at Wingstop. Plus, you can get $0.70 boneless wings on Mondays and Tuesdays.
All-Month May Food Deals
You may need to download an app, go in-store, 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.
7-Eleven: 7-Eleven 7Rewards and Speedy Rewards members can get a large Big Gulp fountain drink for $0.89 when they purchase any roller item through Jan. 6, 2026.
Arby's: Save 20% on an order when you sign up for Arby's free rewards program. Offer valid for 14 days after you join.
BJ’s Brewhouse & Restaurant: Enjoy half-off large pizzas every Monday at BJ’s Brewhouse and Restaurant.
Bruegger's Bagels: Rewards members can save 30% when they order the Baker's Dozen at Bruegger's Bagels on Mondays with a $9 Monday reward. Log in to your rewards account to activate the offer.
Buca di Beppo: Save 50% on spaghetti & meatballs at Buca di Beppo every Monday. Valid for dine-in only.
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 Duo or $7 Trio meal deal and save up to 58% (individually priced menu items) at Burger King.
Burger King: Rewards members can grab a FREE any-size fry with any purchase of $1 or more at Burger King. Offer valid for one use per week.
Captain D's: Right now, you can get a $5.99 Captain D's meal deal with your choice of flounder, shrimp and fries, 2-piece fish & fries, or fish, shrimp and fries.
Chuck E. Cheese: Get BOGO 50% off large pizzas every Tuesday at Chuck E. Cheese. Offer is for dine-in and carryout orders. Just be sure to mention “Topping Tuesday” to get this deal.
Dairy Queen: Get a $7 Dairy Queen meal deal (an original cheeseburger or chicken strips, a full-size fries, and a drink) any day of the week.
Dave & Buster's: For $19.99, you can grab the Dave & Buster’s Eat, Drink, Play Combo Meal (which includes a $10 power card, a choice of an entree, and a fountain drink). Offer valid Sunday - Friday.
Del Taco: Enjoy the $2 (and under) Del's Real Deals menu at Del Taco. The menu has 15 items, including their crispy chicken taco, chicken cheddar rollers, and bean & cheese burrito with green or red sauce ($1.89).
Domino's: For $7.99, you can get 1-topping pizzas, 8-piece wings, or Dips & Twists combos at Domino's. Offer valid on carry-out orders only. Excludes XL and specialty pizzas.
Einstein Bagels: Join Einstein Bros. Bagels Rewards and earn a free any-size 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.
Fazoli's: Enjoy a small order (6 ounces) of Fazoli's spaghetti with marinara or meat sauce or a small Fettuccine Alfredo for $3.99 each through Sept. 7. Online, in-app, and drive-thru orders come with two breadsticks. If you dine in, you'll get unlimited breadsticks.
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 of two free kids' meals per online order.
Genghis Grill: Every Monday through Friday (11 a.m. - 3 p.m.), during Genghis Grill Power Hours, you can enjoy 50% off all appetizers, $3 off any medium bowl, and $5 off desserts.
Honey Dew Donuts: Every weekend in May you can save 10% on your in-app purchase of Honey Dew Donuts when you order ahead and use promo code MAY at checkout.
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 Insomnia Cookies Rewards and add your birthday to your account to receive a free cookie on your special day.
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.
Marie Callender's Restaurant & Bakery: Grab a whole Apple Pie (this month's pie of the month) for $14.99 at Marie Callender's. You have four options to choose from:
Classic Apple
French Apple, topped with a crumbly streusel
Sour Cream Apple, topped with a baked cream layer
No Sugar Added Apple
McDonald's: Get free medium fries every Friday with any $1 purchase at McDonald's. Offer valid through Dec. 31, 2025.
McDonald's: Grab a $5 McDonald's Meal Deal any day. It comes with one McChicken or McDouble (your choice), a 4-piece nuggets, a small fry, and a small drink.
Noah's NY Bagels: Rewards members can get a Baker's Dozen for 30% off every Monday in May at Noah's NY Bagels.
Olive Garden: Buy one entree and get a second entree to take home for $6 at Olive Garden.
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.
Pie Five Pizza: Rewards members can save $5 on personal pizzas (BYO Whatever I Want and Signatures pizzas only) at Pie Five Pizza every Monday. Offer valid on online and in-store orders of $10.99 or more.
Pizza Hut: Grab a Pizza Hut My Hut Box for $7.99. It comes with a 2-topping personal pan pizza, a side of fries, or four boneless wings.
Popeyes: Grab a $6 Big Box at Popeyes through June 1. The meal includes 2-piece Signature Chicken or 3-piece tenders (spicy or classic), two regular sides, and a biscuit.
Quiznos: Every day from 2 - 5 p.m., you can enjoy BOGO cookies, regular tots, and chips at Quiznos when you use the promo code SHBOGO at checkout.
Ruby Tuesday: Score a Smashed burger and Endless Garden Bar Combo, starting at $8.99 at Ruby Tuesday every week on Thursdays.
Shake Shack: Get free Shake Shack classic fries (value up to $5.29) every Friday when you purchase $10 or more online, in-app, or in-store and use promo code FRYDAY at checkout. Offer valid through June 27.
Smoothie King: Get a free Upsize (buy a 20-ounce, get a 32-ounce) every Friday at Smoothie King.
Smoothie King: Healthy Rewards members can earn double points on every purchase every Monday at Smoothie King.
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 $5 TGI Fridays cocktails and a $10.99 wings basket every day.
Tijuana Flats: Local heroes, including teachers, nurses, firefighters, EMTs, military, and law enforcement with a valid ID, can get 20% off their purchase at Tijuana Flats with a valid ID.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe: Enjoy a free delivery fee when you spend $15 or more at Tropical Smoothie Cafe.
Village Inn: Get a $5 reward 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
Wendy's: Each week, you can get a free ANY size fry at Wendy's when you use the in-app offer online or in-store.
Wendy's: Score a free 6-piece Nuggs at Wendy's every Wednesday when you make an in-app purchase.
Zaxby's: Join Zaxby’s Zax Rewardz and get a free 5 Fingerz reward with a purchase of $5 or more.
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