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Halloween Night: Get $4 “BOO-rito” at Chipotle Mexican Grill

Trick-or-burrito! On Halloween, Wednesday, October 31, show up in costume at Chipotle Mexican Grill and get treated to one of its notoriously large “BOO-ritos,” bowls, salads or order of tacos for only $4. (Yes, the price went up by a buck this year, but it’s still a good deal.)

The bargain burrito is available from 3 p.m. to closing, so you still have plenty of time to go trick-or-treating or get to a Halloween party.
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Filed Under: Fast Food · Food Deals

Free Festivities for New RiNo Food Truck Patio

Improper City, a fairly new RiNo bar and coffee shop, is opening a 12,000-square-foot “patio” that hosts six food trucks plus picnic tables. Some comfy Adirondack chairs and fire pits are promised. The official opening of the patio is this weekend. On Saturday, October 20, there’s FREE beer from 2 to 6 p.m. courtesy of Avery, Stone and Epic breweries and also a FREE pig roast. Live music starts at 2 p.m. with another set at 5 p.m. and a band and DJ later that night. Food trucks are on hand too. [Read more…] about Free Festivities for New RiNo Food Truck Patio

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Denver Center Ticket Gets Restaurant Deals Near DCPA Complex

Dinner and a show has always been the perfect pairing for a night on the town, whether it’s a first date, part of a birthday/anniversary celebration or a regularly scheduled evening out with a loved one. A good meal and a good show make for a memorable night.

Of course, a special night on the town doesn’t mean bargain hunters need to stay home because of the cost. With these deals from the Denver Center For The Performing Arts, you can be “fancy and frugal.”

DCPA has partnered with restaurants downtown to offer ticket holders deals, before or after a show. To get the savings, you simply need to show the wait staff your ticket from one of DCPA shows — valid only the day of the show.
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Café Rio Mexican Grill Offers $5.49 Tasty Tuesdays

tacoIf you’re looking for a frugal fiesta, Café Rio Mexican Grill offers Tasty Tuesdays — perfect for hungry bargain hunters looking for spicy savings.

Every Tuesday, get a burrito (reg. $8.29), salad (reg. $8.49), tacos (reg. $7.99, includes two tacos, rice and beans) or quesadilla (reg. $8.49) for just $5.49 at participating locations. Most locations are open from 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesdays.

Choose from shredded pork, beef or chicken. There’s an extra charge for grilled meat, fish, sour cream and/or guacamole. (FYI – The quesadilla comes with sour cream and guacamole.) [Read more…] about Café Rio Mexican Grill Offers $5.49 Tasty Tuesdays

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200+ Loyalty Programs & eClubs For Rewards, Birthday Treats, Discounts & More

It seems like just about every restaurant has some sort of loyalty program nowadays. The competition for your dining dollars is fierce, so companies need to offer every incentive possible for you to choose them from the full plate of competitors out there.

Be prepared, if you don’t own a smart phone or mobile device, participating in loyalty programs may be a challenge nowadays. It’s simply the wave of the future — everything is (or soon will be) digital. No more plastic membership cards or key tags to lug around everywhere.

While some offers are sent via e-mail, most promos and rewards are only available via an app. You may also be required to scan your app at checkout to earn points. [Read more…] about 200+ Loyalty Programs & eClubs For Rewards, Birthday Treats, Discounts & More

7 Great Deals at SONIC Drive-In

Dining at SONIC Drive-In is like traveling back in time, with its ordering bays and servers on skates. (We can never figure out how those kids deliver food on skates. If it were us, there would be lots of lost orders and big messes!)

Even though the prices aren’t from the 50s, you can still find significant savings at the fast-food chain. Here are 7 great deals you can always find at SONIC Drive-In: [Read more…] about 7 Great Deals at SONIC Drive-In

Filed Under: Fast Food

Smashburger: Smash Pass Gets Free Entrée For 100 Days

If you love Smashburger, prepare your taste buds for unbelievable savings. Once again, the popular burger joint is offering a savings pass. However, this time, it’s bigger and better.

Through November 4, hungry bargain hunters with a deep love for Smashburger can purchase its Smash Pass for $100, while supplies last.

Available online only, the pass holds the key to huge savings and easy meal planning (especially important during the chaos of the holidays.) Click here for details. [Read more…] about Smashburger: Smash Pass Gets Free Entrée For 100 Days

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Get $3 Pizookie Dessert at BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse

BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse is making October a little sweeter. The chain is offering its signature dessert, the Pizookie for just $3 — from October 10 to 31. (We’re guessing the name is a combo of pie and cookie?)

No additional purchase necessary, so, when your sweet tooth has a craving, stop in for some sweet savings. The dessert is definitely shareable, so two or three people could enjoy one without feeling too guilty.  [Read more…] about Get $3 Pizookie Dessert at BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse

IHOP: Free Scary Face Pancake For Kids

Scary_Face_PancakeNo tricks here, just a fluffy treat! IHOP is offering a FREE Scary Face Pancake to kids (12 and under) from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Wednesday, October 31 at participating locations.

The Scary Face Pancake includes an over-sized buttermilk pancake with a whipped-topping mouth and strawberry nose, served with two mini OREO cookies and eight pieces of candy corn on the side to allow kids to create their own Halloween hotcake. One pancake per child.

And be sure to check out our Halloween Happenings on the Cheap list for more spooky fun across town.

Filed Under: Bakeries & Cafes

Chick-fil-A: Get Free Food Every Week — This Week, Waffle Fries or Fruit Cup

This week, from Monday, October 15 to Saturday, October 20, it’s your choice — FREE medium (or large) Waffle Fries or medium fruit cup.

Chick-fil-A fans, get ready to start dippin’ into deals. The chicken chain is giving Denver customers something to cluck about through the end of 2018…FREE food, every week!

Through December 29, get a FREE menu item every week (including entrées, sides and desserts) at participating locations. The item will vary each week, with some weeks giving you an option to pick between two items. The offer resets every Monday and, remember, Chick-fil-A is closed on Sundays. [Read more…] about Chick-fil-A: Get Free Food Every Week — This Week, Waffle Fries or Fruit Cup

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Avalanche Fans Score $1 Coffee Every Thursday at Dunkin’

GOAL! To keep fans fueled this season, Colorado Avalanche fans get a medium hot or iced coffee for $1 at Dunkin’ every Thursday. (The offer excludes cold brew coffee.)

The offer is only valid at participating locations in Denver throughout the Colorado Avalanche 2018-19 regular season. The promo skates through April 4, 2019.

The cool deal is only available to DD Perks members at participating locations. Limit one per person. Membership is FREE. Join at www.DDPerks.com or via Dunkin’s mobile app. Go, Avalanche! [Read more…] about Avalanche Fans Score $1 Coffee Every Thursday at Dunkin’

First Responders Get Free Spaghetti & Meatballs at Romano’s Macaroni Grill

First responders can never be shown enough appreciation for their tireless efforts. To show its support, Romano’s Macaroni Grill is serving up a dish of gratitude for our community heroes.

Through October 31, first responders get a FREE order of Mom’s Ricotta Meatballs and Spaghetti. Police officers, firefighters, paramedics and hospital medical staff just need to show their credentials to get the FRE meal for lunch or dinner. [Read more…] about First Responders Get Free Spaghetti & Meatballs at Romano’s Macaroni Grill

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Burger King: 10 Chicken Nuggets For $1

Burger King LogoBurger King is offering its chicken nuggets at a super-low price. For a limited time, chicken nugget lovers can get a 10-piece order for just $1 at participating locations.

It’s a big deal because they’ve been offering them for $1.69 for quite some time now. Each order includes your choice of two dipping sauces, including BBQ, honey mustard, ranch, zesty, buffalo and sweet & sour.
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Red Robin: Kids Eat For $1.99 Every Wednesday

Parents will be chirping about these savings at Red Robin Gourmet Burgers & Brews.

Every Wednesday, the family-friendly restaurant is offering an entrée from its Kid’s Menu for $1.99 at participating locations — for a limited time.

These offers can change quickly, so without an end date for the promo, ask first before ordering. Even better, ask before you’re seated, if the deal is the primary reason for your visit.
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Applebee’s Serves $1 Dollar Zombie in October

Boo! As part of its Neighborhood Drink of the Month, Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar is serving up spirits for just $1 each.

Known as the DOLLAR ZOMBIE, the discounted rum cocktail is available every day in October at participating locations — served in an ice-cold 10-oz. mug.

The electric-blue-colored drink is a scary-delicious combination of rum and pineapple, passion fruit, cherry and lime flavors, topped with a gummy brain. [Read more…] about Applebee’s Serves $1 Dollar Zombie in October

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