Restaurant gift card deals are the way to go if you're looking to save big on dining out in 2026. If you don't know where to buy them, we've got you covered.
You'll find discounts and bonus gift card offers on restaurant gift cards during the holidays and around Mother's Day, Father's Day, and graduation season. However, there are other ways to save on restaurant gift cards all year long.
Here's where you can find the best deals on restaurant gift cards in 2026.
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Offers, prices, savings, and local participation may vary.
Buy restaurant gift cards for Mother's Day, Father's Day, and graduation season to save about 20%.
The holiday season (Nov. - Dec.) is one of the best two times of the year — the other is around Mother's Day, Father's Day, and graduation season — to score discounted restaurant gift cards or get a bonus card with a gift card purchase. You can expect savings of around 20%, and sometimes more, at popular chains. Note, you’ll need to hit the specified dollar amount in a single transaction to get the deal. Look for upcoming deals in the spring and summer at the following restaurants, and more.
Shop Sam's Club and Costco for restaurant gift card deals up to 31% off.
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Blaze Pizza: Get two $25 gift cards for $39.99 at Costco (a 20% discount).
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Bob Evans: Get two $25 gift cards for $39.98 at Sam’s Club (a 20% discount).
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California Pizza Kitchen: Get a $50 gift card for $39.98 at Sam’s Club (a 20% discount).
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Cold Stone: Get three $10 gift cards for $20.79 at Sam’s Club (a 31% discount).
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IHOP: Buy $100 in IHOP gift cards at Costco for $79.99 (a 20% discount).
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Papa John’s: Get four $25 gift cards for $79.99 at Costco (a 20% discount).
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Potbelly Sandwiches: Get two $25 gift cards for $37.12 at Sam’s Club (a 26% discount).
Get discounted restaurant gift cards from GCX (formerly known as Raise.com).
Getting a discounted gift card is a no-brainer if you’re looking to save money on all your purchases, and GCX.Raise.com has some of the best discounted restaurant gift cards. They have gift cards for many of your favorite restaurants, and their website is super easy to use.
Here are some of the best discounts that we’ve seen recently:
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Applebee's: Save up to 10%.
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Buffalo Wild Wings: Save up to 13.9%.
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California Pizza Kitchen: Save up to 12.1%.
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Chili’s: Save up to 8%.
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Chipotle: Save up to 9.1%.
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Cold Stone: Save up to 30.1%.
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Domino’s: Save up to 22.1%.
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Krispy Kreme: Save up to 26.9%.
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IHOP: Save up to 25.7%.
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Outback Steakhouse: Save up to 8%.
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Panera Bread: Save up to 14.6%.
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Red Robin: Save up to 5%.
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Sonic: Save up to 10% (can use in Sonic app only).
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Subway: Save up to 22.7% (can use in Subway app only).
Shop Groupon for gift cards like 20% off Krispy Kreme.
Right now, you can save 20% on a $25 Krispy Kreme eGift card when you order through Groupon. Other restaurant gift cards you can find at Groupon include Earl of Sandwich and Restaurant.com.
Buy restaurant gift cards through Giftory and save 20%.
Giftory offers discounts on gift cards like Olive Garden. Watch for deals like a $50 eGift card for $40.
Save 5% on every gift card purchase, including restaurant gift cards, with a Target Circle Card.
If you aren’t finding your preferred gift card at GCX.Raise.com, check out Target’s gift card selection. With a Target Circle Card, you’ll always get a 5% discount on your gift card purchases, which is a pretty easy way to save.
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