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 December 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.
Buffalo Wild Wings: Grab Buffalo Wild Wings Pick 6 for $19.99 deal this football season. The meal comes with two entrees, two sides, and two fountain drinks.
Casey's: Save 20% on all large pizzas at Casey's when you use the promo code FBALL during checkout online and in-app.
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.
Panera Bread: Save up to 40% with Family Feast Value Meals (four half sandwiches, a whole salad, a group soup, a French Baguette, and four Chocolate Chipper cookies) at Panera Bread. MyPanera Rewards members get free delivery on orders of $25 or more.
Philly Pretzel Factory: Score a B5G5 free pretzels deal at Philly Pretzel Factory whenever the Philadelphia Eagles win this football season.
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.
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.
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, 2024.
Wendy's: Grab any size of Wendy's fries for free with any in-app purchase every Friday through Dec. 27, 2024.
Limited-Time December Food Deals
7-Eleven: 7Rewards and Speedy Rewards members can get any whole pizza for $9 at 7-Eleven on the following days:
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
New Year's Eve
New Year's Day
BJ's Restaurant & Brewery: Enjoy a $5 Pizookie (including the Cinnamon Roll Pizookie) on Tuesdays at BJ's Restaurant & Brewery. Offer valid for takeout, delivery, or in-store orders.
BurgerFi: Grab a $5 BurgerFi cheeseburger every Wednesday with the purchase of any beverage. Offer valid for dine-in only.
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.
Casey's: Grab large single topping pizzas for $11 when you use the promo code DEAL Mondays - Wednesdays at Casey's.
Charley's: 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.
Cowboy Chicken: Rewards members can grab a FREE individual peach cobbler at Cowboy Chicken in store or when you use the promo code HOLCOB24 during checkout online, in-app. No purchase necessary. Offer valid through Dec. 31.
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.
Dickey's Barbecue Pit: Buy one Cue Combo, get a second one free at Dickey's Barbecue Pit when you use the promo code BOGOCOMBO at checkout online or in-app.
Dunkin: Rewards members can save $1 on a half dozen Dunkin donuts or 25-count Munchkins donut hole treats through Dec. 30 with in-app offer.
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
Friendly's: Visit your local Friendly's through Dec. 31, and you can grab Conehead sundaes for $4.99 each.
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. 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.
Hooters: Every Monday and Wednesday, you can get 10 boneless wings when you buy 10 (any style) wings at Hooters.
Hungry Howie's: Get a FREE Howie Bread at Hungry Howie's Pizza when you spend $25 or more online and use the promo code FREE25 during checkout.
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 score a second 12-pack when you buy a 12-pack of Insomnia Cookies (online or in-store) through Dec. 30.
Insomnia Cookies: Rewards members can enjoy $0 delivery with an Insomnia Cookies purchase of $20 or more when you use the promo code NICEANDWARM at checkout.
KFC: Get a FREE 2-piece KFC chicken deal with any purchase of $10 or more.
KFC: Save 40% on 12-piece tenders at KFC when you order online or in-app.
KFC: Grab the Festive Feast Deal with a 2024 holiday bucket at KFC for $25.99. The meal includes a six-piece fried chicken, six Original Recipe Tenders, three sauces, and two large homestyle sides of your choice.
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.
Long John Silver's: Save $2 on Long John Silver's Variety Platters (includes 2 individual sides and 2 hushpuppies). Plus, you can get two fish tacos for $2 every Tuesday.
Marco's Pizza: Get a large Triple Pepperoni Magnifico pizza for $11.99 at Marco's Pizza when you use the promo code etriplepep during checkout online or in-app.
Marco's Pizza: Score a FREE Pepsi 2-liter with the purchase of an $11.99 Triple Pepperoni Magnifico pizza from Dec. 23 - 26 at Marco's Pizza, when you use the promo code FREEPEPSI (FREEPEPCA for California residents) at checkout.
Marco's Pizza: From Dec. 16 - 29, you can score the Countdown to 2025 Feast (includes a large one-topping pizza, fresh-baked CheezyBread, and Chocolate CinnaSquares) for just $20.25 at Marco's Pizza when you use the promo code COUNTDOWN (COUNTDOWNCA for California residents) at 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. You can also grab a $25 Family Style Meal (feeds 4 - 6) Mon. - Thurs. at O'Charley's.
Panera Bread: Buy one salad, soup, sandwich, or mac, get one for $5 at Panera when you use the promo code BOGO5 during checkout online or in-cafe.
Papa Johns: Rewards members can get early access to the XL Shaq-A-Roni pizza (extra cheese and extra pepperoni) for $12.99 at Papa Johns.
Pie Five Pizza: Rewards members can save $5 on personal pizzas (BYO Whatever I Want & Signature Pizzas) on Mondays at Pie Five Pizza.
Pizza Hut: Grab the Pizza Hut Triple Treat Box (includes two medium one-topping pizzas, breadsticks or cheese sticks (for an upcharge), and a choice of dessert) starting at $19.99 when you order online or in-app.
Pizza Hut: Grab three 1-topping Pizza Hut pizzas and a 16-piece boneless wings for $39.99 when you order in-app.
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 Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at Red Robin.
Sheetz: Rewards members can enjoy a FREE cup of self-serve Sheetz coffee with an in-app deal. Offer valid for one cup through Jan. 1.
Smashburger: Get a FREE Smashburger when you download the Smashburger app and log in to your rewards account or create an account.
Subway: Grab a 6-inch sub meal at Subway for $6.99 when you use the promo code 699MEAL during checkout online or in-app. Offer valid through Dec. 26, 2024.
Taco Bell: Get a FREE '00s Caramel Apple Empanada with any Taco Bell purchase of $20 or more through Uber Eats.
Taco Cabana: My TC! Rewards members can get a FREE 20-ounce drink when they purchase a Tortilla Soup at Taco Cabana. Offer valid one time only.
Taco John's: Grab the $5 Meal Steal or the $7 Meal Steal at Taco John's via in-app only.
Tijuana Flats: Score a $5.99 Taco Meal (a taco, chips, and a drink) at Tijuana Flats.
Village Inn: Get a Pie Duo (French Silk and a Pumpkin) for $30, or a Trio (French Silk, Pumpkin, and Country Apple) for $40 at Village Inn. Rewards members will get a $5 reward when you order a Trio.
Voodoo Doughnuts: Voodoo Doughnuts Fan Club members can enjoy a FREE cup of Magic Roast with any in-store purchase every day through Dec. 31. You must show your Magic Pass at the register.
Wendy's: Enjoy any size soft drink for $1 at Wendy's.
December 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.
7-Eleven: 7Rewards and Speedy Rewards members can enjoy a small coffee for $0.60 every Monday at 7-Eleven, Speedway, and Stripes stores through Dec. 31, 2024.
7-Eleven: 7-Eleven 7Rewards and Speedy Rewards members can get a 30-ounce Big Gulp fountain drink for $0.89 when you purchase any grill item through Jan. 7, 2025.
7-Eleven: Through Jan. 7, 2025, you can grab five mini fried quesadillas or 10 mini tacos for $2.50 at 7-Eleven.
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.
BJ’s Brewhouse & Restaurant: Enjoy half-off large pizzas every Monday at BJ’s Brewhouse and Restaurant.
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.
Captain D's: Right now, you can get a Captain D's $5.99 meal deal with your choice of flounder, shrimp and fries, two-piece fish & fries, or fish, shrimp and fries. Meal includes hush puppioe
Dave & Buster's: Enjoy game nights (Mondays and Thursdays) with AYCE wings + $10 Power Card (Monday and Thursday) starting at $22.99 at Dave & Buster's. Plus, enjoy their Eat, Drink, Play Combo Meal for $19.99 (includes a $10 power card, choice of an entree, and a fountain drink).
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).
Domino's: Get $7.99 1-topping pizzas at Domino's for a limited time. Carry-out orders only. Excludes XL pizzas and specialty. Also valid on 8-piece wings or Dips & Twists combos.
Domino's: Rewards members who place an online Domino's order for $7.99 or more (delivery or carryout) will receive a coupon (via rewards account) for a free medium 2-topping pizza you can redeem within 30 days. This promotion ends on Jan. 19, 2025.
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.
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.
Grubhub: Get a FREE 10-piece McDonald's Chicken McNuggets or Big Mac with $15 minimum purchase every weekend (Friday-Sunday) through Dec. 31.
Hamburger Stand: Save throughout December at Hamburger Stand with their monthly coupons:
$1 corn dog
$3 chili cheese fries
$5 corn dog, chili dog, and big fries
$6 2 chili dogs, chile cheese fries
$7 chili cheese dog, chili cheeseburger, and chili cheese fries
$8 2 hamburgers, 2 chili dogs, and big fries
$18 8 hamburgers and 4 regular fries
$28 4 chili dogs, corn dogs, chili burgers, and chili cheese fries
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.
Jimmy John's: When you order a 8-inch sub at Jimmy John's between 2 p.m. - 11:59 p.m. (local time) any day in December you can make it a combo (chips and drink) for FREE.
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.
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.
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 with a 2-topping personal pan pizza, side of fries, or four boneless wings for $6.99.
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.
Red Robin: Enjoy a $10 Red Robin Gourmet Cheeseburger with Bottomless Fries every Tuesday. Offer valid for dine-in only.
Schlotzsky's: Buy a 6-classic or 15-Minibon CinnaPack at Schlotzsky's through Dec. 31, and you'll get a free Center of the Roll or $5 Reward card (for Cinnabon).
Shake Shack: Enjoy BOGO free shakes at Shake Shack when you use the promo code TWOFORFUN during checkout online, in-app, or in-store through Dec. 31, 2024.
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.
Starbucks: Become a Starbucks Reward member before Jan 2, 2025, and you can enjoy a FREE drink (up to $8) with a qualifying purchase (excludes alcohol, Starbucks cards, and reloads. Limit 1.
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: Score a Wendy's Spicy Chicken Sandwich for $3.99 every day with in-app offer. For in-store orders, scan in-app barcode at the register. Offer valid for one sandwich per visit through Dec. 29.
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
Wienerschnitzel: Save all month long with Wienerschnitzel coupons for December.
$4.99 2 chili dogs and medium fries
$5.99 corn dog, chili dog, and chili cheese fries
$6.99 chili cheese dog, chili cheeseburger, and chili cheese fries
$7.99 2 chili dogs, 2 corn dogs, chili cheese fries
Zaxby's: Get a free 5 Fingerz reward with a purchase of $5 or more when you join Zaxby's Zax Rewardz.
Restaurant Gift Card Deals
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