Food & Drink

Quiznos is going Greek for a limited time, with the introduction of three menu items. Slow-roasted for five hours on a traditional, open Greek rotisserie, its new gyro lineup starts with seasoned beef and lamb carved right before serving.

The Greek menu items include a Gyro Flatbread, Gyro Sub Sandwich and Greek Salad. Enjoy the Gyro Flatbread for FREE with any purchase on Wednesday, October 25 at participating locations. The sandwich has seasoned beef and lamb on a flatbread, topped with lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, feta cheese, banana peppers and cucumber tzatziki sauce. The flatbread sells for about $5, so the deal is worth throwing a toga party. Opa!

Thousands of costumed guests are expected to pour into Denver’s downtown Halloween Pub Crawl on Saturday, October 28. Select participating bars welcome revelers with drink specials, such as $2 drafts and 2-for-1 mixed well cocktails, that only registered crawlers can access. This year, MHOTC readers can get 75% off tickets.

Registration is at 1515 Bar N Lounge (at 1515 Market St. in LoDo), where Denver Pub Crawl staff will give you a wristband and a map that lists all of the participating venues and any drink specials they are offering. To get this exclusive deal click here, select the number of tickets or packages you wish to buy and use the redemption code MILEHIGH. Single tickets are $10, but with the 75% off (plus fees), you’ll pay $4.60 per person. You may also use the promo code on the Group of 5 (5 Demons) or Group of 7 (7 Deadly Sins) packages for greater savings. You must be 21 or older to participate.

On the Border Mexican Grill & Cantina got its start in October 1982. In honor of its birthday month, the restaurant is offering a frugal fiesta for two from Monday, October 16 to Thursday, October 26. For $19.82, get one bowl of queso (with chips), two orders of chicken fajitas (lunch portion) and full order of sopapillas at participating locations. The deal is only valid on chicken fajitas for dine-in only — no substitutions. There are three locations in Colorado — Aurora, Golden and Highlands Ranch.

This is the perfect combo for a “cheap” night out — dinner and a FREE movie. Through November 5, purchase a $25 limited-edition, movie-themed gift card at Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews and receive a code for a FREE ticket (up to $10) to see Thor: Ragnarok. (You must redeem the code online and print your ticket by November 19. The ticket expires November 26.) You can purchase the special gift card in the restaurant or online.

If your family dines at Red Robin often, why not “pre-pay” for a few meals and get FREE movie tickets in the process? (Plus, if you’re planning on purchasing $50 or more in gift cards, it would be wise to purchase multiple limited-edition gift cards in $25 increments. Otherwise, you’re just passing up FREE movie tickets.) There are 25 locations in Colorado. Thor: Ragnarok opens November 3.

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 the community heroes. Through October 31, first responders get a FREE order of Mom’s Ricotta Meatballs and Spaghetti. Police officers, firefighters, EMTs, paramedics and all hospital medical staff members just need to show their credentials to get the FRE meal for lunch or dinner. The offer is only valid in-restaurant during normal business hours. In the metro area, there are locations in Aurora, Lakewood, Greenwood Village and Westminster. Thank you, first responders!

Is there anything better than a burger and fries? For a limited time, you can indulge in the iconic pairing at Applebee’s without breaking the bank. Every Monday, the neighborhood restaurant is offering any burger and fries for just $6.99 at participating locations.  The promo is valid for dine-in only, from 4 p.m. to closing. To wash it down, you can also get a Bud Light Brewtus for $3.99. By the way, the offer is only valid in Colorado.

Cheers! As part of its Customer Appreciation Month, Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar is serving margaritas for just $1 each. Known as the Dollarita, the discounted margaritas are available every day in October at participating locations.

Through October 31, famished frugal diners can pair the bargain beverage with its popular 2 for $20 meal deal for maximum savings. It’s not often you can get an appetizer, two entrées and drinks for under $25, so the two deals combined make for a perfect, low-cost “date night.” As always, even though it’s a great deal, please drink responsibly.