Tax Day, typically April 15, marks the federal income tax filing deadline for U.S. taxpayers. For many, this date represents a period of financial review and potential stress. To acknowledge this annual event, various restaurant chains and retailers offer promotional deals, free items, and discounts. These offers are designed to provide a small respite or reward for consumers during tax season. The availability of these deals often varies by location, participating franchise, and specific terms set by the company.
Many of the available promotions for Tax Day 2025 focus on food and beverages, ranging from free desserts to discounted meals. Several brands utilize their mobile applications or loyalty programs as the primary method for distributing these offers, requiring customers to sign up or log in to access the savings. Additionally, some businesses extend offers beyond the strict Tax Day date, covering the surrounding days or weeks.
Major Restaurant Chains Offering Tax Day Deals
Several prominent national restaurant chains have announced specific promotions for Tax Day 2025. These deals generally require specific actions, such as downloading an app, entering a promo code, or making a qualifying purchase.
Burger King
Burger King is offering a deal for members of its Royal Perks loyalty program. Eligible members can purchase a cheeseburger for one cent ($0.01). This offer requires a minimum purchase of $1 at participating locations. The deal is accessible via the "Offers" tab in the Burger King mobile application or on the brand's website.
Krispy Kreme
Krispy Kreme is providing a "Tax Break" offer on April 15. Customers purchasing a dozen doughnuts in-shop can receive a second Original Glazed dozen for the price of sales tax in their specific state. For online orders placed at regular price for pickup or delivery, customers can use the promo code "TAXBREAK" to receive a second Original Glazed dozen for free. There is a limit of two dozen per guest in-shop and one free dozen per online order.
McDonald's
McDonald's is offering various deals through its mobile app and rewards program. Specific offers include purchasing a Big Mac or Quarter Pounder and receiving a second sandwich for one cent at participating South Florida restaurants. Additionally, new users who sign up for the app and rewards program may receive a free Big Mac. Availability and specific offers may vary by location.
Wendy's
Wendy's has multiple offers available through its mobile app during April. These include: * Free Nuggets: A six-piece order of nuggets (classic or spicy) is available through April 30. * Free Fries: Customers spending a minimum of $10 throughout April can receive free fries. This offer refreshes weekly. * BOGO $1 Premium Sandwich: Buy one premium chicken sandwich or premium burger and get a second for $1. This offer also refreshes weekly in April.
Subway
Subway is offering a discount on online and app orders. Customers can receive 15% off any footlong sandwich by entering the promo code "15OFF" during checkout.
KFC
Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) is offering a free chicken sandwich with a purchase of $12 or more. This deal is valid for online orders or orders placed through the KFC app. The promotion is valid through June 5, limited to one free sandwich per day, and available at participating locations nationwide.
Arby's
Arby's is offering free curly fries or potato cakes with the use of a coupon. Additionally, customers can enter a sweepstakes to win one of ten $500 tax relief payouts.
Baskin-Robbins
Baskin-Robbins is offering a "buy one, get one for 99 cents" deal on ice cream cones. This offer requires a coupon and is valid through April 16.
Boston Market
Boston Market offered a "Rib-Bate" special on Monday, providing two St. Louis-style rib meals for $10.40. The brand also hosted a sweepstakes to win one of 1,040 free rib dinners and offered a $1-off coupon.
Papa John's
Papa John's offered a deal on Monday for a large three-topping pizza and two liters of Pepsi for $10.40. This required the use of the promo code "TAXSPC" for online orders.
Other Dining Offers
- Bonefish Grill: Offered $5 Bang Bang Shrimp from 4 p.m. to closing on Monday.
- Brio Tuscan Grille: Customers mentioning "Tax-Free Tax Day" had the tax deducted from their bill on Monday.
- Chili's: Provided a free appetizer or dessert with an adult entree purchase via coupon through April 18.
- Cinnabon: Offered two free Cinnabon Bites from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday at participating stores while supplies lasted.
- RA Sushi Bar Restaurant: Extended happy hour from 3 p.m. at Palm Beach Gardens and Pembroke Pines, FL locations.
- California Tortilla: Customers saying "1040" in-store or using the code online receive a free small chips and queso with any purchase on April 15.
- Casey’s: Rewards members buying any large pizza receive a free large one-topping pizza (loaded into account) through May 6.
- The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf: Customers ordering any drink get a free size upgrade on April 15.
- Checkers & Rally’s: Specific details were not fully provided in the source data.
Retail and Service Offers
Beyond dining, other businesses offer services relevant to the tax filing process, such as document shredding, or general wellness deals.
Office Depot and Office Max
To assist with the physical paperwork associated with taxes, Office Depot and Office Max are offering free document shredding. Customers can sign up on the Office Depot website to receive a coupon via email for up to five pounds of free shredding. The deal is valid from April 18 through April 23.
Planet Fitness
Planet Fitness is offering free workouts and HydroMassages to both members and non-members. To access this offer, individuals must fill out information on the Planet Fitness website to receive a free HydroMassage coupon via email. The deal is valid until Monday, April 18.
Understanding Offer Eligibility and Restrictions
When seeking Tax Day freebies and discounts, consumers should be aware of several common restrictions and requirements.
Geographic Variability
Many restaurant chains operate on a franchise model. While a brand may announce a national promotion, individual franchise owners have the discretion to participate or not. For example, McDonald's deals are frequently noted as varying by location. Consumers are advised to check with their local establishment before visiting to ensure the specific offer is available.
Loyalty Programs and App Requirements
A significant number of current promotions are distributed through brand-specific mobile applications or loyalty programs. Brands such as Wendy's, Burger King, KFC, and McDonald's require users to access offers through their digital platforms. This often necessitates creating an account and providing an email address. Some offers, such as those from Planet Fitness and Office Depot, require filling out a web form to receive a coupon via email.
Purchase Requirements
Several deals are structured as "free with purchase." For example, Burger King's one-cent cheeseburger requires a minimum $1 purchase, and KFC's free chicken sandwich requires a $12 minimum spend. Other deals, such as the Krispy Kreme tax break, require the purchase of a full-priced item (a dozen doughnuts) to receive the discount on the second item.
Time Sensitivity
Tax Day deals are strictly time-limited. While the primary deadline is April 15, many offers extend slightly beyond this date. For instance, Baskin-Robbins' offer is valid through April 16, and Office Depot's shredding service runs from April 18 to April 23. Consumers should verify the specific validity dates for any offer they intend to use.
Conclusion
Tax Day 2025 brings a variety of freebies and discounts from major U.S. restaurant chains and retailers. These promotions, ranging from free food to discounted services, are designed to alleviate the stress of tax filing. To maximize these opportunities, consumers should download relevant mobile apps, sign up for loyalty programs, and verify offer details with local participating locations, as availability and terms often vary by franchise.