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September Food Deals, Freebies and Restaurant Specials
September is packed with restaurant freebies, discounted meals, rewards offers and limited-time menu specials. Some promotions are available all month, while others may only last a few days or even a few hours.
Dates, prices and participation can vary by location. Restaurants may also change or end an offer without notice, so check the restaurant’s app or website before heading out.
September Freebies and Date-Specific Deals
September 1
Circle K: Score a hot dog or taquito, a Coca-Cola beverage or Polar Pop for only $2.50.
Habit Burger & Grill: MyHabit members can buy one Charburger and receive a second Charburger free. Apply the reward before ordering online or through the app.
Jack’s Family Restaurants: Grab a sausage biscuit for $1 from opening until 10 a.m. Limit five per order.
Panera Bread: MyPanera members can earn 500 bonus points with a qualifying food or beverage purchase.
September 2
Del Taco: Rewards members can claim a free Cheddar Quesadilla or regular fries with a $5 purchase. Members can also find a BOGO Bean & Cheese Burrito offer in the app.
September 4–7
Firehouse Subs: Buy any sub and get a second sub for $1.
Krispy Kreme: Purchase any dozen doughnuts or 16-count Minis and get an Original Glazed dozen for $2. Redeem online with code BOGO2 or order in the shop or drive-thru.
Laredo Taco Company: Pick up a half-gallon frozen margarita for $10. Choose Classic Lime, Strawberry or Strawberry Lime Swirl. Margaritas are wine-based and availability may vary.
September 5–7
Del Taco: Rewards members can save 20% on a purchase of $10 or more during Labor Day weekend.
September 6
Chipotle: After 3 p.m. local time, buy at least two entrees and receive one entree free when ordering online or in the app with code SUNDAYS.
September 7
7 Brew: From 7–8 p.m., buy one qualifying beverage and receive another free. This promotion is offered on the seventh day of each month at participating locations.
Applebee’s: Children 10 and younger can receive a free kids’ meal with an adult entree purchase at participating T.L. Cannon-operated locations in Upstate New York and Sayre, Pennsylvania. Dine-in only, with a limit of two free kids’ meals per adult entree.
September 8–11
Biggby Coffee: School employees can purchase any 16-ounce beverage for $1.99 after showing a valid school ID.
September 9
Del Taco: Rewards members can get two Double Del Cheeseburgers for $8. Additional app offers include a free Del Beef Burrito or 8 Layer Veggie Burrito with a $5 purchase.
El Pollo Loco: Rewards members can receive a free two-piece leg-and-thigh meal with the purchase of any à la carte drink.
September 12
Del Taco: Rewards members can claim a free regular Chocolate Shake for National Chocolate Milkshake Day.
September 15
Nothing Bundt Cakes: The first 300 guests at each participating bakery can receive a free Confetti Bundtlet. No purchase is required, and the giveaway is available in person while supplies last.
September 16
Del Taco: Grab an Epic Fresh Guacamole Burrito for $5 in celebration of National Guacamole Day.
September 20
Yogurtland: Real Rewards members can save 20% on an in-store purchase. This offer is available on the 20th day of each month during 2026.
September 26
Qdoba: Rewards members can receive free regular queso and chips with the purchase of a full-sized entree.
Thai Chili 2go: Get a free six-piece dumpling order with an online or in-app purchase of more than $25.
September 29
Paris Baguette: Rewards members can receive a free medium hot or iced coffee with any purchase.
PJ’s Coffee: Get a free 12-ounce hot coffee or 16-ounce cold brew with any food purchase for National Coffee Day.
Restaurant Meal Deals
7-Eleven and Speedway
Rewards members can purchase a hot sandwich with a 20-ounce Coca-Cola or Pepsi beverage for $6 through October 27. Participating sandwiches include the Angus Double Cheeseburger, Classic Philly Cheesesteak and Homestyle Chicken Sandwich.
Members can also get a roller-grill item, a bag of 7-Select chips and a large Big Gulp for $3.
From September 4–14, select snacks and beverages are $2 each, including participating Kettle Brand chips, Cheetos, Doritos, Reign, Bang and Liquid Death products.
Applebee’s
The new O-M-Cheese-adilla Burger is available as part of the 2 for $25 menu. Limited-time Spooky Sips are also back, including two $4 cocktails and the $6 Spooky Snow cocktail.
Club Applebee’s members can register for the free NFL Season Wing Ticket. Members who qualify will receive a unique weekly code for six free Boneless Wings with an online purchase of at least $15 from September 13 through January 10.
Applebee’s also offers half-price appetizers during participating late-night hours. Times and menu selections vary by restaurant.
Beef ‘O’ Brady’s
Participating locations are offering a different value meal throughout the week:
• Monday: Build-your-own burger with fries for $8.99
• Tuesday: Two chicken tacos for $9.99 or steak tacos for $11.99
• Wednesday: Traditional or boneless wings for 99¢ each
• Thursday: Philly cheesesteak with fries for $12.99
• Friday: Fish and chips or a Big Catch entree for $12.99
• Saturday: Cheeseburger-and-wings combo with fries for $12.99
• Sunday: Kids combo for $2.99
Save $10 on an online pickup order of $30 or more through September 6 with code BEEFS10OFF30.
Benihana
Get a three-course Taste of Benihana dinner for $39. The meal includes soup and salad, an appetizer and your choice of select hibachi chicken, shrimp or steak entrees.
Weekday three-course lunches start at $15.95 during participating lunch hours. Dine-in customers are promised service within 45 minutes or their lunch is free, subject to the promotion’s terms.
Buffalo Wild Wings
Build a Pick 6 meal for $19.99 with two entrees, two sides and two fountain drinks.
A separate $17.99 bundle includes 20 boneless wings, large fries and four dipping sauces. Order online or through the app. Prices may be higher in certain locations.
Burger King
Participating restaurants have a $3.99 King Jr. Meal with four crown-shaped nuggets, a side and a drink. Limited-edition PAW Patrol toys and Crayola-themed kids’ meal packaging are available while supplies last.
Carl’s Jr.
The $5.99 Build Your Own Bag includes a select burger or Spicy Chicken Sandwich, a small side or chocolate cake and four Chicken Stars. The offer is available in stores after 8 p.m. and all day through the app.
My Rewards members can also find offers for 25% off a qualifying breakfast order and a $1 beverage with a qualifying purchase.
Captain D’s
Select Full Meal Deals start at $5.99, including the Seafood Trio Meal, two-piece Fish & Fries Meal and OLD BAY White Fish Meal.
Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen
The $24.99 Chicken Tender Family Bundle includes 16 tenders, two family-sized sides, dipping sauces and six Honey Butter Croissants.
Chili’s
The Big Crispy 3 for Me starts at $10.99 and includes a Big Crispy or Spicy Big Crispy sandwich, bottomless Chips & Salsa, fries and a nonalcoholic drink.
Kids’ meals start at $6.99 and include select entrees, a side and a drink.
Cicis
Rewards members can get the unlimited adult buffet for $5.99 every Monday and Tuesday by redeeming the offer in the app.
Through September 15, members can also get a free Kids Buffet with the purchase of an Adult Buffet.
Dairy Queen
The $7 Meal Deal includes three chicken strips or an Original Cheeseburger, fries, a drink, dipping sauce and a sundae. Upgrade the sundae to a small Biscoff Cookie Blizzard Treat for $2 more.
Denny’s
Triple Play Combo Meals start at $9.99 and include a drink, starter and entree. AARP members can also save 15% on their check, with a maximum discount of $10.
Dunkin’
The $6 Meal Deal includes a medium hot or iced coffee and two Wake-Up Wraps.
Rewards members can also activate several September bonus-point promotions:
• September 1: Earn four times the points on a beverage purchase
• September 7–28: Earn 100 bonus points when ordering ahead each Monday
• September 12–13: Earn 100 bonus points with a qualifying Matcha Point Latte or Melon Deuce Energy purchase
• September 14–18: Earn 250 bonus points after purchasing three Refreshers
• September 21–25 after 1 p.m.: Boosted Status members earn three times the points on drinks
Hardee’s
Rewards members can get three Hot Honey Tenders for $3.99, a sausage biscuit for $1.49 during breakfast or a free iced coffee with a qualifying purchase.
Offers must be redeemed online, through the app or by scanning the member QR code.
IHOP
Kids eat free every day from 2–10 p.m. with the purchase of a full-priced adult entree. The offer is valid for dine-in service and excludes the Value Menu. Participation and drink inclusion vary.
Through September 13, receive a $10 Bonus Card for every $50 purchased in physical or electronic IHOP gift cards.
Jimmy John’s
Select eight-inch sandwiches are $5.99 for a limited time, including the Turkey Tom, The Pepe, Vito and The Veggie.
The $8.99 Meal Deal includes one participating sandwich, Jimmy Chips and a regular fountain drink.
KFC
Grab a $10 Comeback Bucket with 10 wings and two dipping sauces.
Every Wednesday, participating restaurants also offer a $4.99 Country Fried Steak Meal with mashed potatoes, gravy, coleslaw and a biscuit.
Little Caesars
Order two large one-topping pizzas for $4.99 each online or through the app with code PIZZAPIZZA through September 13.
Long John Silver’s
Rewards members can claim a different digital deal each day:
• Monday: Two meals for $11.99 with code MONDAY
• Tuesday: Any Variety Platter for $10 with code 10TUES
• Wednesday: Save 25% with code WED25
• Thursday: Buy two meals and receive one free with code 3MTHURS
• Friday: $30 Date Night meal with code DTFISH
• Saturday and Sunday: $25 eight-piece family meal with code WKNDFAM
Marco’s Pizza
Current online offers include:
• $3 off a specialty pizza with code ESP3OFF
• Large Pepperoni Magnifico for $12.99 with code PEPMAG12
• Extra-large New York Style Pizza for $13.99 with code EGETNY
• Medium one-topping pizzas for $8.99 each with code EM1T899
McDonald’s
Rewards members can claim free medium fries with an in-app purchase of at least $1 through October 4.
Moe’s Southwest Grill
Moe Rewards members can receive a free kids’ meal with an adult entree purchase throughout September. A new reward is added every Saturday and expires the following Friday.
Moe’s is also offering free delivery on online and in-app orders placed after 8 p.m., with no minimum purchase required.
Panera Bread
Get one qualifying entree for $5 when purchasing another qualifying entree at regular price with code BOGO5.
The Mix & Match menu also lets customers choose half portions of select soups, salads and sandwiches for $4.99 each.
Pizza Hut
Football-season specials include a large three-topping pizza for $10 and the Triple Treat Box Gameday Edition with two medium one-topping pizzas, breadsticks and cinnamon sticks starting at $21.99.
Popeyes
Rewards members can get 12 wings or 12 tenders for $12 through the app or website. Additional offers include two chicken sandwiches for $9 and a $20 Family Meal with chicken, one large side and four biscuits.
Red Robin
The $9.99 YUMM! Burger Deal includes a Red’s Double Tavern Burger, a bottomless side and bottomless drink. Dine-in only.
The $17.99 Dinner Double Feature includes two half-sized entrees, coleslaw, a Bottomless Side and a select appetizer or dessert.
Sonic
Several menu items are available for $1.99 for a limited time, including select crispy tender wraps, a Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger, Vanilla Soft Serve Cup and small Root Beer Float.
Subway
Buy one Footlong and get a second Footlong for 50% off with code BOGO50. The offer is available online or in the app during weekday Happy Hour from 4 p.m. to close and all day Saturday and Sunday.
Taco Bell
Rewards members can get free delivery on an in-app purchase of $25 or more through September 16. The Luxe Value Menu also features select steak burritos for $3.
Taco John’s
Big Bold Deals start at $3 and include combinations of tacos, burritos, chips, nacho cheese and drinks. Rewards members can also find rotating offers in the app
Wendy’s
Through September 27, get a 10-piece order of Classic or Spicy Nuggets for $1.99 with any purchase through the Wendy’s app. The offer refreshes daily.
Whataburger
Whataburger’s value lineup includes several $4 sandwiches. Add small fries and a small drink for $3.
Customers can also upgrade select value items to a Whatadeal with fries and a drink for $2.49.
Wingstop
The $16.99 Boneless Meal Deal includes 20 boneless wings in up to four flavors, a large order of fries and two dips.
Wingstop also has three $24.99 Flavor Lineup bundles with wings, tenders or a combination of both, plus large fries and ranch.
More September Deals to Check
Additional promotions include $4.99 smoothies at Beyond Juicery + Eatery on Tuesdays from 2–5 p.m. with code POWER, $5 specialty drinks at Biggby Coffee every Friday, 99¢ wings every Wednesday at Beef ‘O’ Brady’s, $1 small Swirled Sodas at Cinnabon through September 30 and $1 small hot coffee at RaceTrac throughout September.
Because many of these specials require a rewards account, download the restaurant’s app and register before ordering. Always confirm participation, pricing and redemption instructions with your nearest location.
Food Giveaways, Instant-Win Games and Sweepstakes
September brings plenty of chances to win free food, gift cards, vacations and other prizes. Most promotions do not require a purchase, but age restrictions, residency requirements and entry limits may apply. Always review the official rules before entering.
Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner: Enter the Back to School with Beef Sweepstakes by 11:59 p.m. MT on September 10 for a chance to win a $500 grocery gift card and a Beef prize package. Complete the online entry form to participate. No purchase or membership is required.
Casey’s: Casey’s Rewards members can play the Scratch, Match & Win game once per day through September 8. Instant prizes include pizza slices, cookies, chips, fountain drinks, participating bottled beverages and bonus rewards points.
Chipotle: Enter the Salish Matter Contest by 11:59 p.m. PT on September 4. Share an Instagram photo showing where you enjoy your Salish Meal and include #SalishxChipotle. Five winners will receive a trip to Los Angeles for themselves and a parent or legal guardian, including accommodations, lunch with Salish, a content-creation experience and merchandise. No purchase or rewards membership is required.
Chipotle PGA TOUR Hot Streak: Watch participating PGA TOUR broadcasts and follow the official PGA TOUR account on Instagram or X for unique keywords. Text the featured keyword to 888222 for a chance to claim a BOGO entree code. Each keyword release is limited to 5,000 codes, with up to 50 drops planned through December 31, 2026, or while codes remain.
Chips Ahoy!: Enter the Halloween Mystery Flavor Sweepstakes once per day through October 31 for a chance to win $25,000 or one of 50 mystery prize packages containing cookies and branded merchandise. Your flavor guess does not need to be correct. No purchase or rewards membership is necessary.
Circle K: Play Circle K’s Scratch & Win game once per day through September 1. Available prizes include free Polar Pop drinks, energy drinks, BOGO beverage offers, gift cards and cash.
Coca-Cola Friday for the Win: Log in to a free Coca-Cola account and play once daily through September 3 for a chance to instantly win a digital coupon for a free 20-ounce Coca-Cola Original Taste, Coca-Cola Zero Sugar or Diet Coke. No purchase is required.
Coca-Cola Win the Weekend: Play the instant-win game and enter the sweepstakes once daily through September 8. Prizes include $25 DoorDash gift cards and a Carnival grand prize featuring a $500 nonalcoholic beverage-package gift card and a $3,000 cruise gift card. A free Coca-Cola account is required, but no purchase is necessary.
Del Taco: The first 100 eligible guests at each of 10 participating New Mexico restaurants can request a punch card good for two free menu items per week for 52 weeks. The giveaway is available through September 2 or while supplies last. Participants must be New Mexico residents age 18 or older and show valid photo identification. No purchase or rewards account is required, and there is a limit of one punch card per household. Participating locations are 804 S. White Sands Blvd. in Alamogordo; 10015 Central Ave. NE, 1525 Coors Blvd. NW, 4720 Montgomery Blvd. NE and 1500 Gibson Blvd. SE in Albuquerque; 200 US-550 in Bernalillo; 550 US Highway 491 in Gallup; 1885 Emilio Lopez Road in Los Lunas; 1101 Unser Blvd. SE in Rio Rancho; and 1908 N. Date St. in Truth or Consequences.
Home Run Inn: Enter the Free Pizza for a Year Sweepstakes for a chance to receive either $240 in Home Run Inn gift cards or 12 frozen-pizza coupons. Complete the online form and join the free Home Run Inn MVP email club to participate. No purchase is required.
Lettuce Entertain You: Frequent Diner Club members can participate in the End of Summer Scratch Off promotion through September 30. Check in while dining at an eligible restaurant or place a pickup or delivery order through the app to reveal a bonus-points prize. Every eligible participant receives points that can be used toward future food or beverage purchases.
Liquid Death: Enter the Liquid Death Gets You Chicken Wings Sweepstakes through September 13 for a chance to win a $20 DoorDash gift code. Purchase Liquid Death Sparkling Energy, register your mobile number and upload the receipt. A free alternate entry method is also available. Entrants may submit up to 50 entries per day.
Magnum Ice Cream Company: Complete the online entry form once per day through November 30 for a chance to win a $500 digital voucher valid on participating Magnum Ice Cream Company brands. No purchase or loyalty account is required.
Mondelēz: Enter the Pack a Snacktime Friend Sweepstakes and Instant-Win Game once daily through October 31. Create or access a free account at BacktoSchoolSnacks.com and enter the UPC from an eligible product. If you do not have a code, select “Don’t have a code?” and complete the survey. Prizes include a four-night trip for four and coupons for free participating Mondelēz snacks valued at up to $7. No purchase is necessary.
Mountain Dew: Residents of Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota and Wisconsin can enter the Rock the Mountain Instant-Win Game and Sweepstakes once daily through October 4. Prizes include $25 and $50 Hy-Vee or Strack & Van Til gift cards, Mountain Dew merchandise and more. Scan the promotional QR code at a participating store or enter online. No purchase or membership is required.
Mountain Dew Baja Blast: Receive a free 20-ounce Baja Blast after any MLB player hits a home run measuring at least 420 feet. Register at BajaBlastHomeRuns.com, add the offer to your mobile wallet and redeem it within 24 hours of a qualifying home run. Eligible varieties include Original, Zero Sugar and Cabo Citrus. Customers can also purchase an eligible drink and upload the receipt for reimbursement through PayPal or Venmo—up to $4 for a store purchase or $10 for a stadium purchase. The promotion runs through September 27 or until 500,000 offers are claimed. Limits apply.
Mountain Mike’s Pizza: Rewards members can enter the Legendary Game Day Experience Sweepstakes through November 29 in the Mountain Mike’s app. The prize includes club-level tickets to the San Francisco 49ers versus Los Angeles Rams game, field passes, personalized jerseys, VIP halftime concert access and free pizza for one year.
Olipop: Enter the Olipop Back to School Giveaway once per day through 11:59:59 p.m. ET on September 13. The prize package includes 16 assorted six-packs of Olipop Minis, a $200 digital prepaid card, back-to-school merchandise and a separate $100 digital prepaid card for the winner to give to a favorite teacher or school employee. The promotion is open to U.S. residents age 18 or older. No purchase or loyalty membership is required.
Perdue Foods: Enter the Yummy Dino Buddies PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie Sweepstakes through September 10. The winner will receive a private premiere screening for up to 20 guests, a live character meet-and-greet and Yummy Dino Buddies for every child younger than 10 attending the event.
Pizza Hut: Hut Rewards members age 18 or older can enter the Feeds QB Sweepstakes through October 24 for a chance to win one million Hut Rewards points, valued at approximately $10,800. Create a public video lasting at least 10 seconds in which you act like a football quarterback and say “HUT,” then submit the public video link with the completed entry form. Limit one entry per person. No purchase is required.
Smashburger: Through October 31, Smash Rewards members can save $2 on a qualifying Meal Deal through the app and receive an automatic entry into the Coca-Cola Match Day Getaway Sweepstakes. Qualifying options include the All-American Smash, Deluxe Smash or Classic Smash with fries and a 20-ounce Coca-Cola beverage.
Smithfield: Enter Smithfield’s Mayor of Meatopia contest through September 13. Follow @smithfieldbrand on Instagram or TikTok, then share a video featuring your favorite Smithfield products and explain why you deserve to become the Mayor of Meatopia. Tag the brand and include #MeatMayorContest. The winner receives a two-year supply of Smithfield products. No purchase or rewards membership is necessary.
September Freebies, Giveaways and Family Activities
September offers more than restaurant specials. Families can also find free workshops, product giveaways, entertainment discounts and other activities throughout the month. Participation and quantities can vary, so register early and confirm the details with your location.
September 2 — Free Dutch Bros Sticker: Dutch Bros is releasing its “Harvesting Good Energy” fall sticker on September 2. Purchase a drink at a participating location to receive one while supplies last. Ordering ahead does not reserve or guarantee a sticker. View Dutch Bros sticker drops
September 5 — Free Home Depot Kids Workshop: Home Depot is hosting a free School Bus Organizer Kids Workshop from 9 a.m.–12 p.m. Children can assemble and decorate a miniature school bus organizer to take home. Projects are available while supplies last, so register or arrive early. Register for a Home Depot Kids Workshop
September 5–6 — Free Museum Admission: Bank of America, Merrill and Bank of America Private Bank cardholders can receive free general admission at participating museums during the first full weekend of September. Each cardholder must present an eligible card and photo ID. Admission is only free for the cardholder and may not include special exhibits or ticketed events. Find a participating Museums on Us location
September 7 — Labor Day Deals: Labor Day brings sales on clothing, appliances, tools, beauty, home products, electronics and more. Offers vary by retailer, and many promotions will end after the holiday weekend. See the newest Labor Day deals
September 10 — Half-Price Topgolf: Topgolf is offering 50% off gameplay all day Monday through Thursday when customers reserve a bay online. No coupon is required, although new players may need to pay a one-time account activation fee. Book the Topgolf offer
September 12 — Free Lowe’s Haunted House Workshop: Lowe’s is holding a free Haunted House Kids Workshop from 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Children can build and decorate a miniature haunted house to take home. Registration is required, and available time slots may fill quickly. Workshops are generally recommended for children ages 4–11 with adult supervision. Register for the Lowe’s Haunted House Workshop
September 16 — Free LEGO Magazine Subscription: Parents can register children ages 5–9 for a completely free LEGO Magazine subscription. The printed magazine is mailed five times per year and includes comics, activities, posters, games and building ideas. Delivery is included, and no credit card is required. Sign up for the free LEGO Magazine
September 17 — Free National Park Admission: September 17 is one of the National Park Service’s entrance fee-free days for U.S. citizens and residents in 2026 in recognition of Constitution Day. The waived fee covers entrance charges only. Camping, reservations, tours and other activity fees may still apply. See the National Park Service’s 2026 fee-free dates
September 19 — Free Lowe’s × LG Craft Ice Mold: The first 150 MyLowe’s Rewards members at participating Lowe’s stores can receive a free LG Craft Ice Mold beginning at 10 a.m. on September 19. The Game Day mold creates LG, Lowe’s and NFL-themed ice. No purchase is required, but quantities are extremely limited. Have your MyLowe’s Rewards membership ready to show in the store. Get the Lowe’s giveaway details
September 24 — Discounted Chuck E. Cheese Gameplay: Participating Chuck E. Cheese locations offer 60 minutes of All You Can Play games for $19.99 Monday through Thursday. A Play Pass activation fee may be charged separately, and availability can vary by location. Find current Chuck E. Cheese coupons
September 25 — Kids Skate Free: Families can register eligible children to receive two free roller-skating passes every week at participating skating centers. Passes are delivered through the MyHownd app and refresh every Monday. Age limits, skate rental charges and available sessions vary by rink. Find a participating Kids Skate Free location
September 26 — Target Beauty Freebies and Savings: Target is hosting a Beauty Studio event from 12–4 p.m. on September 26. The first 100 guests at most participating stores can receive a Target Circle offer for $20 off a $50 beauty purchase. Select locations will also give the first 100 guests a free curated Beauty Studio Sample Box. Additional demonstrations and giveaways may be available at certain stores. Check Target’s store events page
