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Looking for inexpensive or free things to do in Denver/Boulder? Want to sample local stores, restaurants, & attractions without breaking the bank? Mile High Cheapskates
Laura Daily, Claire Walter & staff editor Bryan Chavez show you how to get the best for less. Want to get in touch? Email us at: info@milehighonthecheap.com
Mile High on the Cheap is a member of Living on the Cheap, a network of websites published by frugalistas, journalists and consumer advocates. Find practical advice on saving money on groceries, travel and shopping, plus tips from our experts on how to live the good life for less at Living on the Cheap.

Pizza Hut’s $10 Dinner Box

This is a quick fix for those days, when you’re just too busy to prepare dinner. Pizza Hut is offering a $10 Dinner Box, which includes one rectangular medium 1-topping pizza, 5 breadsticks with marinara and 10 cinnamon sticks with icing. According to the chain, the value of the box is $16. The deal is good for carry-out [...]

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Del Taco’s Fiesta Hour = 50% Off

Olé! Del Taco offers “Fiesta Hour” from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, with 50% off 10 menu items: Premium Shake (reg. $2.79), Macho Combo Burrito (reg. $3.99), Macho Drink (reg. $2.09), Del Combo Burrito (reg. $2.59), Spicy Chicken Burrito (reg. $2.69), Strawberry Lemonade (reg. $1.79), Churro (reg. 99¢), Macho Fries (reg. $2.49), [...]

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Steak ‘n Shake’s Happy Hour – 50% Off

Unfortunately, Colorado has only one Steak ‘n Shake location. If you live in or near Centennial, the “famous for steakburgers” chain offers a “1/2 Price Happy Hour” twice every weekday – from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and, for those late night people, 2 a.m. to 4 a.m. During the special hours, all drinks and [...]

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Arby’s $4 Fish Sandwich Deals

This fishy deal is an easy catch for Arby’s lovers. Known for their roast beef sandwiches, Arby’s is diving into new territory with its very popular Fish Sandwich. (The sandwich is even ranked #1 among 5 fast food chains, according to grubgrade.com). For just $4, you can get two Fish Sandwiches (reg $2.99) or a [...]

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Rubio’s $1.50 Fish Taco Tuesdays

There’s something fishy about this deal…really! Rubio’s claims to be the restaurant that “introduced America to the fish taco” back in 1983. The hand-battered wild Alaskan pollock topped with fresh cabbage, mild salsa and white sauce (all on a stone-ground corn or thick flour tortilla) has become the quick-service restaurant’s signature item. Today, January 31, and [...]

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Wendy’s – Free Frosty All Year For $1

This promo definitely won’t leave you in the cold…well, maybe a bit frosty. You can get a FREE Jr. Frosty (99¢ value) with every purchase at Wendy’s through December 31, 2012. All you have to do is purchase a Frosty Key Tag for only $1, which benefits The Adoption Exchange. Now, every time you visit Wendy’s [...]

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When Avalanche Win, Get $2 Subway Sub

My fast-food restaurant can beat your fast-food restaurant! Taco Bell has the Broncos, Nuggets and Rockies on their promotional team. Well, Subway has the Avalanche on theirs. Anytime the Avalanche win a game this season, you win, too…with a “cheap” sandwich. The day following an Avalanche win, you can purchase a 6-inch sub for only $2 [...]

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Pizza Hut’s $10 Pizzas Deal Is Back

Pizza Hut’s $10 pizza deal has returned for the new year. For ten bucks, pizza fans can pick any size pizza they want, select from more than a dozen topping options and choose any crust including Pan Pizza, Hand-Tossed Style and Thin ‘N Crispy. (For an additional charge you can get the Stuffed Crust Pizza). [...]

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Pizza Hut’s Senior Discount – 10% Off

Pizza Hut is offering a senior discount for the first time. Every Wednesday, seniors (60 and older) get 10% off all regular prices. Unfortunately, the discount cannot be combined with any other offers or coupons. Therefore, we recommend doing the math first on all discounts (coupon, special promo or senior discount) available to be sure [...]

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Tokyo Joe’s Free Drink for Students

If you’re a thirsty student, Tokyo Joe’s has a deal for you. Monday through Friday only until 3 p.m., just flash your student ID and get a FREE fountain drink or Joe’s Iced Tea (bottled beverages are not included) with any food purchase. No age limit is stated, so, whether you’re in high school or [...]

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Bombay Bowl’s $3 Chaat & Drink Special on Tuesdays

If you enjoy spice-filled and flavorful food, then Bombay Bowl is for you. Billed as a “fresh Indian grill”, they specialize in Indian sandwiches, salads and street food. Every week, they have Chaat Tuesdays – a chaat and fountain drink for only $3.  What is chaat, you ask? Chaat is a savory snack typically served [...]

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Bookmark This Coupon Site

Like most of us you probably don’t take the time to read the back of your grocery store register tape. Most are imprinted with coupons from local businesses. But unless you buy a cart load of stuff resulting in an arm-long print-out the odds of finding a coupon that’s a good match for your needs [...]

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Sign up for WendyMail & Get a Coupon

Sign up for WendyMail and receive the burger chain’s news, coupons and other promotional offers. Within a week, Wendy’s promises they’ll email you a coupon good for $1 off on your next visit.

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Join DQ’s Fan Club to Get BOGO Blizzard Treats

Join DQ’s Fan Club and get two Blizzard Treats for the price of one.  Fan Club members also receive news of special offers and are the first to hear about new Blizzard treats and evaluate on new items. To find the nearest DQ, which is sometimes operated in tandem with Orange Julius, enter your zip code in [...]

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Qdoba Makes Its Rewards Program Even Better

Qdoba fans will like the Mexican quick-casual spot even more now that it has rolled out an enhanced rewards program. The new Qdoba Rewards gives customers the ability to flash a scanable card, key fob or even a small sticker that you can put on anything you carry (from credit card to lipstick) at the [...]

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