95 Restaurants That Offer Free Food On Your Birthday

Why pay on your special day?

By Sienna Livermore, Ni'Kesia Pannell and Alex AronsonUpdated: Jan 11, 2023

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The only thing we love more than food is free food. And you know what's the best time to score a free drink, dessert, or even meal at a restaurant? Your birthday! Here's a cross-country look at chain restaurants that want to celebrate YOU with a birthday freebie.

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Freebie: frosty mug of A&W root beer topped with creamy vanilla soft serve.

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Applebee's

Dish, Food, Chocolate syrup, Cuisine, Chocolate, Frozen dessert, Dessert, Ingredient, Chocolate cake, Ganache,

Courtesy of Applebee's

Freebie: dessert + "Happy Birthday" song. Plus if you sign up for their Eclub, you'll receive a coupon for a free entree.

applebees.com

Arby's

Drink, Food, Floats, Non-alcoholic beverage, Milkshake, Cream, Frappé coffee, Bombardino, Whipped cream, Ingredient,

Arby's

Freebie: 12-ounce milkshake.

arbys.com

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Au Bon Pain

Dish, Food, Cuisine, Ingredient, Sandwich, Baked goods, Staple food, Produce, Finger food, Breakfast sandwich,

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Freebie: sandwich or salad.

aubonpain.com

Auntie Anne's Pretzels

Pretzel, Lye roll, Snack, Bread, Food, Cuisine, Baked goods,

Courtesy of Auntie Anne's

Freebie: classic pretzel.

auntieannes.com

Baja Fresh

Dish, Food, Cuisine, Sandwich wrap, Burrito, Ingredient, Mission burrito, Kati roll, Spring roll, Produce,

Courtesy of Baja Fresh

Freebie: birthday burrito + taco.

bajafresh.com

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Baskin Robbins

Food, Ice cream, Gelato, Frozen dessert, Dondurma, Dessert, Chocolate ice cream, Sorbetes, Cuisine, Ingredient,

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Freebie: scoop of ice cream or soft serve, plus $3 off an ice cream cake.

baskinrobbins.com

Ben & Jerry's

Food, Ice cream, Gelato, Frozen dessert, Cuisine, Ingredient, Dondurma, Dish, Product, Dessert,

Courtesy of Ben & Jerry's

Freebie: scoop of ice cream, plus $3 off an ice cream cake.

benjerry.com

Benihana

Dish, Food, Cuisine, Teppanyaki, Monjayaki, Side dish, Ingredient, Recipe, Cooking, Japanese cuisine,

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Freebie: $30 gift certificate that you can redeem anytime during the month of your birthday + "Happy Birthday" song.

benihana.com

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BJ's Restaurants

Dish, Food, Cuisine, Ingredient, Dessert, Produce, Recipe, Frozen dessert, Sundae, Ice cream,

Courtesy of BJ's

Freebie: pizookie.

bjsrestaurants.com

Black Angus Steakhouse

Dish, Food, Cuisine, Ice cream, Ingredient, Frozen dessert, Dessert, Cream, Pudding, Chocolate ice cream,

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Freebie: free steak dinner if you're a member of the Prime Club, a complimentary birthday cookie cake with a candle + "Happy Birthday" song.

blackangus.com

Bojangles

BOJANGLES

Freebie: free Bo-Berry Biscuit with any purchase made if you join the E-Club.

bojangles.com

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Boston Market

Cake, Food, Chocolate cake, Dessert, Sachertorte, Flourless chocolate cake, Dish, Torte, Cuisine, Baked goods,

Boston Market

Freebie: dessert with the purchase of a create-your-own-meal plate.

bostonmarket.com

Bruegger's Bagels

Food, Dish, Cuisine, Ingredient, Sourdough, Comfort food, Pandesal, Mochi, Bun, Junk food,

Bruegger's Bagels

Freebie: bagel with any kind of cream cheese when you sign up for their e-club.

brueggers.com

Buffalo Wild Wings

Dish, Food, Fried food, Cuisine, Ingredient, Pakora, Fried chicken, appetizer, Bhajji, Meat,

Buffalo Wild Wings//Instagram

Freebie: snack-size wings.

buffalowildwings.com

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California Pizza Kitchen

Dish, Food, Cuisine, Pizza, California-style pizza, Ingredient, Flatbread, Pizza cheese, Tarte flambée, Italian food,

Courtesy of California Pizza Kitchen

Freebie: Depending on the number of reward points you have, birthday treats range from a free dessert to a free entree. They even celebrate half birthdays.

cpk.com

Carrabba's Italian Grill

Dish, Food, Cuisine, Ingredient, Strawberry, Strawberries, Dessert, Produce, Mascarpone, Breakfast,

Courtesy of Carrabba's Italian Grill

Freebie: dessert with any purchase of an entrée when you join the Amici Club.

carrabbas.com

Carvel

Ice cream cone, Soft Serve Ice Creams, Frozen dessert, Ice cream, Dessert, Food, Gelato, Dairy, Dondurma, Sorbetes,

Courtesy of Carvel's

Freebie: ice cream cone when you join Fudgie Fanatics email list.

carvel.com

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The Cheesecake Factory

Food, Ice cream, Dessert, Ingredient, Sweetness, Dairy, Chocolate ice cream, Chocolate, Frozen dessert, Kitchen utensil,

Courtesy of The Cheesecake Factory

Freebie: cup of ice cream + "Happy Birthday" song.

thecheesecakefactory.com

Chevy's

Dish, Food, Cuisine, Junk food, Fast food, French fries, Fried food, Hamburger, Ingredient, Kids' meal,

Chevy's//Instagram

Freebie: free entree.

chevys.com

Sienna Livermore

Senior Editor

Sienna is a senior editor at Hearst. She lives in Montecito, California with her husband and two littles.

Ni'Kesia Pannell

Contributing Writer

Ni'Kesia Pannell is an entrepreneur, multi-hyphenate freelance writer, and self-proclaimed Slurpee connoisseur that covers news and culture for The Kitchn. She's the former Weekend Editor for Delish who also writes about faith, health and wellness, travel, beauty, lifestyle, and music for a range of additional outlets.