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Domino’s: Large, Two-Topping Pizza for $5.99

Dominos PizzaThanks to Domino’s latest promo, friends and families can feast “on the cheap.” They’re offering a large, two-topping pizza for just $5.99. The discounted pizza is available through Sunday, January 27 at participating locations for carry-out only.

Order online and, then, pick-up at the store. At this price, you could easily throw together an impromptu pizza party at home or the office for about $25. It’s definitely a great deal for pizza lovers. (That’s everyone, right?) [Read more…] about Domino’s: Large, Two-Topping Pizza for $5.99

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Burger King: 10 Chicken Nuggets For $1

Burger King LogoThis deal just keeps cluckin’, especially good news for hungry bargain hunters! Burger 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. [Read more…] about Burger King: 10 Chicken Nuggets For $1

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Cicis: Kids Eat Buffet For 99¢ Every Tuesday Night

Rise of the Turtles Tuesdays! Cicis is joining forces with Nickelodeon’s Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to bring you Rise of the Turtles Tuesdays! Every Tuesday night, get a 99¢ Kid’s Buffet with purchase of an adult buffet and large drink from 4 p.m. to closing at participating locations. Valid for kid turtles 10 and under. 

Turtles fans will enjoy all the exciting ways they’re mutating the buffet, starting with its cheesy new Turtle Bites (available in Original or Alfredo.) Kids can even pair ‘em with a salad for added veggies.
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Rubio’s Coastal Grill: $1.75 Original Fish Taco Tuesdays

tacoThere’s something fishy about this deal…really! Rubio’s Coastal Grill 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 and garnished with a slice of lime) has become the quick-service restaurant’s signature item. [Read more…] about Rubio’s Coastal Grill: $1.75 Original Fish Taco Tuesdays

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Taco Time: Del Taco Serves 49¢ Tacos in Denver & Colorado Springs

We haven’t seen taco prices this low in a long time. For a limited time, Del Taco is offering its regular taco for just 49¢ — nearly 30% off the regular price. The deal is only available at all Denver and Colorado Springs area locations.

Unfortunately, we don’t have much more information on the crunchy deal at this time. However, we don’t see any limit in the fine print. At this price, it’s definitely time for a major frugal fiesta. Where can you get 20 tacos for around $10? Lots of hot sauce, please! [Read more…] about Taco Time: Del Taco Serves 49¢ Tacos in Denver & Colorado Springs

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Taco Bell: $1 Cravings Menu Now Offers 13 Items

Taco BellTaco Bell just got a little more “craveable.” For the first time in years, the popular fast-food (or “quick-service”, as the industry prefers) updated its popular dollar-value menu. There are now 13 items on its $1 Cravings Menu.

With just a few bucks, you can definitely grab a “cheap” lunch or dinner that’s sure to fill you up. The dollar-value menu is available at participating locations. [Read more…] about Taco Bell: $1 Cravings Menu Now Offers 13 Items

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Get KFC Famous Bowl For Just $3

These savings from KFC will bowl you over. With mashed potatoes, sweet corn, crispy chicken and home-style gravy topped with cheese, the KFC Famous Bowl definitely qualifies as the perfect comfort food.

For a limited time, the bowl is also a whole pound of food for only $3 at participating locations. And, for the same price, make it a Spicy Bowl with its signature Nashville Hot sauce drizzled on top. That’s a lot of flavor and filling for just three bucks. [Read more…] about Get KFC Famous Bowl For Just $3

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Subway’s Sub of the Day Special For $3.99

For many, Subway is the perfect stop for a quick, “cheap” and healthier lunch option — even more so with the chain’s daily special. For $3.99, get its 6-inch “Sub of the Day.”

Here’s the weekly line-up: Sunday – Meatball Marinara; Monday – Sweet Onion Chicken Teriyaki; Tuesday – Oven-Roasted Chicken; Wednesday – Turkey Breast; Thursday – Italian BMT; Friday – Tuna; and Saturday – Black Forest Ham.

There is an additional charge for extras, including double meat. The deal is for a limited time at participating locations. [Read more…] about Subway’s Sub of the Day Special For $3.99

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Sip on Dairy Queen’s Happy Hour Specials

Dairy QueenDairy Queen is the king of sweet, delicious treats. For hard-working bargain hunters, the ice cream shop is offering a sweet, thirst-quenching deal — perfect for an afternoon break on the cheap.

Monday through Friday, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., the chain is offering Happy Hour specials a small Misty Slush for $1, small Ultimate Frappé or Premium Fruit Smoothie for $2 and Pretzels with Zesty Queso for $2. The limited-time offer is available at participating locations. [Read more…] about Sip on Dairy Queen’s Happy Hour Specials

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Café Rio Mexican Grill Offers $5.99 Tasty Tuesdays

tacoThey’ve increased the price! If 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 $5.99 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 $5.99 Tasty Tuesdays

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When Avalanche Win, Score 50% Off at Papa John’s

ColoAvalancheLogoWhen our much-loved Colorado Avalanche score a victory, we all win with savings at Papa John’s. The day following a win, fans get 50% off regular-price menu items online with promo code AVS. (Delivery fees and other taxes may apply.)

The offer is not valid with any other coupons or discounts and available online only at participating Colorado and Wyoming locations. The promo ends April 7, 2019. Hockey fans are always hungry for a win, discounts or not. Go, Avalanche! [Read more…] about When Avalanche Win, Score 50% Off at Papa John’s

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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

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SONIC Drive-In: 50% Off Shakes, Floats & Ice Cream Slushes After 8pm

This sweet deal is currently unavailable. The annual offer typically runs from early spring through Labor Day. For other SONIC Drive-In deals, click here. 

SONIC Drive-In is “shaking” late nights up again with one of its most popular deals. The burger chain’s daily half-price Happy Hour on drinks and slushes from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. does not include shakes. However, if you’re willing to wait a few hours, enjoy even sweeter savings — topped with whipped cream and a cherry!

After 8 p.m., all shakes, floats and ice cream slushes are 50% off. (The promo typically ends on or around Labor Day.) With so many flavors and options, every one is sure to find the perfect treat to hit the sweet spot.  [Read more…] about SONIC Drive-In: 50% Off Shakes, Floats & Ice Cream Slushes After 8pm

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Get Breakfast Burrito For $2.39 at Good Times

We always have a good time, when it comes to saving money! Good Times is offering a breakfast burrito for just $2.39 and that’s the regular price.

The burritos include scrambled eggs, shredded jack cheese, fresh-cut russet potatoes, Hatch Valley green chile and your choice of chorizo, bacon or sausage.  You can get it with just eggs and cheese, too.

Breakfast is served from 7 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. daily.

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