Some people prefer to serve Thanksgiving dinner at home, but don’t always want to prepare every single dish from scratch, while others like to go out or take out. Grocery stores and restaurants are happy to take care of most, if not all, the work. Whatever your style, here are some options for under $35 per person — sometimes way under $35. [Read more…] about Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving for Dine-In or Carry-Out in 2025
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Today! Where To Get a FREE Thanksgiving Day Meal
Each year, local organizations and community groups sponsor Thanksgiving turkey and food giveaways, to make sure families facing food insecurity or financial hardship can gather together for a traditional meal. We’re collecting as many of these turkey giveaways and food distribution events, as well as free meals, as we can find, and listing them here. Some require advance registration, which is why we are posting this list now. [Read more…] about Today! Where To Get a FREE Thanksgiving Day Meal
Budget-Friendly Recipes Based On This Week’s Grocery Sales & Seasonal Produce
Grocery prices keep going up, up, up — with little relief in sight! While Mile High On The Cheap (MHOTC) publishes a weekly list of the best grocery deals at local supermarkets, readers can maximize the weekly savings by using some budget-friendly items in lots of tasty recipes — from dinners to desserts and everything in between. [Read more…] about Budget-Friendly Recipes Based On This Week’s Grocery Sales & Seasonal Produce
Popeyes Offers Big Savings with New $20 Family Meal — Perfect for Holiday Gatherings!
As the holidays kick into high gear, Popeyes is giving busy, frugal families two big gifts this season — a break from cooking (time!) and saving money. From November 17 to January 4, 2026, customers can unwrap the restaurant’s new Popeyes Family Meal — a feast that brings big value and zero prep straight to the dining table. [Read more…] about Popeyes Offers Big Savings with New $20 Family Meal — Perfect for Holiday Gatherings!
Tonight! Chipotle Offers Buy-One-Get-One Entrée for All on Thanksgiving Eve
Enjoy a frugal feast at Chipotle before the big feast on Thursday! Often known as the biggest reunion night of the year, the Wednesday before Thanksgiving brings many back to their hometowns to reconnect with friends and family. And Chipotle invites fans to enjoy a meal together to catch up with its “Back Home BOGO” special — before the holiday festivities and chaos begin. [Read more…] about Tonight! Chipotle Offers Buy-One-Get-One Entrée for All on Thanksgiving Eve
2026 Key Tag Update! Wendy’s 2025 Frosty Key Tag Unlocks Free Frosty for One Year
See the update regarding the 2026 Frosty Key Tags below. Tag, you’re it! This annual offer from Wendy’s definitely won’t leave bargain hunters in the cold…well, err, maybe just “a little Frosty”. If you enjoy a little sweet treat with your meal (or just as a snack), you’ll definitely want to grab one of the chain’s popular Frosty Key Tags. The little tag is the key to a year’s worth of cool treats at no cost. A small investment (for a good cause) for a sweet payoff all year long in 2025. [Read more…] about 2026 Key Tag Update! Wendy’s 2025 Frosty Key Tag Unlocks Free Frosty for One Year
Questions Preparing Your Holiday Turkey? Butterball’s Turkey Talk-Line Experts Can Help
It’s time to talk turkey! Preparing and cooking a turkey is not as easy as you’d think, especially for novices. And who better to ask for assistance from than the most iconic Thanksgiving turkey brand in the U.S.? The phone lines at Butterball’s Turkey Talk-Line are once again open for guidance and advice. The service is FREE for all — not just Butterball customers.
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Torchy’s Tacos Offers Buy-One-Get-One Deal for Two Days
Torch the defense! Torchy’s Tacos is the official tacos and queso of the Kansas City Chiefs. And, this football season, the popular taco shop has teamed up with the team, Xavier Worthy and his Worthy 1’s Foundation to turn big plays on gameday into big support for local communities. As an added bonus, they’re also offering a big deal for two days! [Read more…] about Torchy’s Tacos Offers Buy-One-Get-One Deal for Two Days
Last Days! Where To Order Thanksgiving Dinners To-Go In 2025
If the thought of spending your Thanksgiving in the kitchen instead of watching holiday movies or football fills you with dread, don’t despair. Grocery stores and restaurants are happy to take care of most, if not all, the work. We did the math and found that most of these dinners work out to $7.50 to $10 per person.
Some of the more basic dinners don’t include dessert, but a few hours of baking something scrumptious might be just the recipe for getting into the holiday spirit. [Read more…] about Last Days! Where To Order Thanksgiving Dinners To-Go In 2025
Schlotzsky’s Thanks Customers with Discounted Sandwiches for One Day Only — Plus, Get BOGO Deal for One Year!
Get sandwiched by savings at Schlotzsky’s! There are many ways for a restaurant to thank its customers for their support and loyalty. However, for bargain hunters, it doesn’t get much better than letting them feast on big savings. To show its appreciation, Schlotzsky’s is celebrating customers with two tasty deals for one day only. [Read more…] about Schlotzsky’s Thanks Customers with Discounted Sandwiches for One Day Only — Plus, Get BOGO Deal for One Year!
Smashburger Offers Buy-One-Get-One Burgers & Hot Dogs for Two Weeks
Get ready for meaty savings at Smashburger! Diners on a budget are always on the hunt for deals and discounts at every restaurant. And one of the best ways to stretch your dining dollars is with a buy-one-get-one deal. It’s even better, when the second item doesn’t cost anything at all. Thankfully, Smashburger is offering big BOGO savings this holiday season. [Read more…] about Smashburger Offers Buy-One-Get-One Burgers & Hot Dogs for Two Weeks
On Sale Today! Burger King Offers Limited-Edition 2025 Advent Calendar for Under $20 — Valued at More Than $100!
It’s the most Whopper-ful time of the year! And Burger King is inviting fans to deck the halls with an all-new limited-edition BK Advent Calendar. With a design inspired by a classic package wrapped in brown paper and string, the calendar features 12 drawers filled with nostalgic surprises — promising daily holiday joy to BK’s biggest fans. [Read more…] about On Sale Today! Burger King Offers Limited-Edition 2025 Advent Calendar for Under $20 — Valued at More Than $100!
Discounted Tickets Now On Sale! IKEA Centennial Hosts Swedish Julbord Holiday Buffet with Lots of Festive Food & Fun
Celebrate the holidays like a Swede! Get ready to feast your eyes on this Swedish seasonal spread…your taste buds, too. Join IKEA Centennial for its annual (and very popular) Julbord Holiday Buffet. It’s an opportunity to celebrate the holidays in a unique and fun way for the whole family. And what better way to enjoy the holidays than with lots of delicious food and drinks! [Read more…] about Discounted Tickets Now On Sale! IKEA Centennial Hosts Swedish Julbord Holiday Buffet with Lots of Festive Food & Fun
Nearly 60% Off! Unbox Big Holiday Savings with Pizza Hut’s Triple Treat Box for Under $20
Everyone loves pizza, including Santa Claus! Pizza is perfect for any holiday gathering. It’s quick, easy and, best of all, it’s a favorite for just about everybody at the table. (Who doesn’t love pizza, right?) And Pizza Hut is crossing off cooking on everyone’s holiday to-do list by delivering the ultimate gift for the hungry (and busy) family on a budget — the popular Triple Treat Box. [Read more…] about Nearly 60% Off! Unbox Big Holiday Savings with Pizza Hut’s Triple Treat Box for Under $20
QDOBA Trots Out Free Burritos for Popular Thanksgiving Tradition
Turkey is not the only course on the menu this Thanksgiving. Families can also feast on bargain burritos, thanks to QDOBA. There are many Thanksgiving traditions around the country, but one of the most universal is the famous Turkey Trot. A chance to have a little fun and burn a few calories before indulging on the biggest feast of the year! [Read more…] about QDOBA Trots Out Free Burritos for Popular Thanksgiving Tradition