To help take some of the sting out of tax day 2025, restaurants and other businesses are offering tax day deals and freebies. Tax Day is Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
Check for specific days of each deal below. These are mostly national deals. Some may not be in your location. Also, participation might vary by location.
Tax Day Deals and Freebies
Checkers & Rally’s
On April 14 and April 15, 2026, Checkers & Rally’s is serving up its Buford burger for just $3.
And there’s even more relief at Checkers & Rally’s with additional value-packed options:
· Spicy Chicken Flatbread Combo for $5 (includes small fry and a small soft drink)
· Bacon Burger Flatbread Combo for $6 (includes small fry and a small soft drink)
· The $5 MVP Meal Deal (sandwich, fries, drink and apple pie)
Read the press release.
Church’s Chicken
Sign up for Church’s Real Rewards before April 15, 2026, and get an 8-piece leg & thigh order for just $4.99 on Tax Day. It can be redeemed through the Church’s Chicken mobile app, churchs.com, or in‑restaurant after checking in with the in‑app QR code.
Great American Cookies
On April 15, 2026, Great American Cookies rewards members can score a Buy One, Get One Free deal on the brand’s signature Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake slices in-store at participating locations nationwide. To become a rewards member and redeem this offer, guests can download the Great American Cookies Rewards App or sign up online at greatamericancookies.com/rewards. This deal was announced in a press release.
Grubhub
Through April 15, 2026, get $10.40 off $50+ Grubhub orders from Sweetgreen, Krispy Kreme and Chili’s. Learn more in this press release.
Kona Ice
Celebrate Kona Ice’s annual Chill Out Day on April 15, 2026, with a FREE cup of shaved ice. No purchase required. Find the closest participating Kona Ice and its hours on April 15 at the above link.
Krispy Kreme
Krispy Kreme is offering a special Tax Day deal. On Wednesday, April 15, 2026, only, guests can mark “taxes done” by receiving a free Original Glazed dozen when they purchase any dozen doughnuts at regular price in shop or drive-thru.
Limit two dozen per guest. Guests who order any dozen online at regular price for pickup or delivery can use the promo code “TAXBREAK” to receive an Original Glazed dozen for FREE! Limit one free dozen when ordering online via Krispy Kreme’s app or website.
Marco’s Pizza
Marco’s Pizza is offering a large Pepperoni Magnifico Pizza for $12.99 with code TAXRELIEF. Regularly $18.99. Does not include taxes and fees. Delivery minimums may apply.
Office Max / Office Depot
Office Max / Office Depot is offering free paper shredding of up to 5 pounds. the deal is good through May 23, 2026, but you need a coupon. All details here.
Paris Baguette
Paris Baguette is offering its rewards members a free pastry with any beverage purchase on April 15, 2026. Announced in press release.
Planet Fitness
From April 11 to 18, 2026, Planet Fitness is offering a FREE HydroMassage for a little rest and relaxation from the chaos of tax season. The offer is available only to people ages 18 or older. A valid ID is required.
No Planet Fitness membership required. The complimentary massage is open to all.
Potbelly Sandwich Works
On Wednesday, April 15, 2026, Potbelly fans can enjoy a free Original size sandwich or wrap with the purchase of any Big or Original size sandwich or wrap. Access this promotion through the Potbelly app or on Potbelly.com by using the promo code BOGO at checkout. Announced in press release.
QDOBA
Now through April 15, 2026, QDOBA invites Rewards Members to “file” for Tax Day Guac Relief.
By taking a quick survey about a time you had to pay extra for guac on an entrée elsewhere, Rewards Members can unlock a $5 Reward to use toward any QDOBA full-sized entrée purchase.
Read the press release
Here’s how to get your QDOBA Tax Day Guac Relief Reward:
- Sign up for QDOBA Rewards if not already a member.
- Visit www.TaxDayGuacRelief.com and take a short survey between Wednesday, March 25 and Wednesday, April 15.
- Receive a $5 Reward to use toward any QDOBA full-sized entrée purchase — automatically deposited into your QDOBA Rewards wallet on Monday, April 20 and valid through Sunday, April 26.
Subway
Through April 28, 2026, Sub Club members who use promo code FLBOGO on subway.com or the Subway app when they purchase a footlong sub will receive a second one for free. In addition, 1,040 randomly selected members who use the promo code FLBOGO on Tax Day, April 15, will also receive a surprise free Footlong coupon deposited directly into their account as a “refund” from Subway. Announced in press release.
Wendy’s
Wednesday, April 15, 2026, Wendy’s is offering fans FREE 6pc Nuggets with a $5 purchase via the Wendy’s app.
More Tax Day Deals?
The following restaurants and delivery services had special Tax Day deals last year, so we’ll be checking with them too.
- Applebee’s
- BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse
- Burger King
- Einstein Bros Bagels
- Hooters
- Noodles & Company
- Shake Shack
- Smoothie King
- Sonny’s BBQ
Double-Check Before You Head Out!
Deals offered by national chains are usually “participating locations only.” We can’t generally verify participation with a particular location, so we encourage you to contact the location to make sure. In addition, limited time offers can end without warning.
Upcoming Food and Drink related deals and events
Check out our big list of food and drink events and deals in the Triangle, or look at few of them here:
Various locations
