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Food & Drink

Village Inn Offers Daily Deals Every Week — Starting at Just $5!

It takes a village to save money…Village Inn, that is. Dining out can be costly for many hungry bargain hunters, especially for families. That’s why diners are always on the lookout for bargain bites. And, for a limited time, Village Inn is offering Daily Deals with big savings on burgers, breakfast, pie and sandwiches — Monday to Thursday. [Read more…] about Village Inn Offers Daily Deals Every Week — Starting at Just $5!

Posted by Bryan on January 5, 2026 | Updated January 3, 2026 Filed Under: Bakeries & Cafes · Food Deals

Boulder’s Eat Well Cafe Serves Up Full Meals For Just $7.99 + Tax

Looking for an affordable, yet nutritious lunch? Meals on Wheels of Boulder has a café that promises delicious food at great prices and an ever-changing menu. The Eat Well Café is open for lunch Monday to Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. inside the West Age Well Center. For $7.99 (plus tax) you can enjoy: [Read more…] about Boulder’s Eat Well Cafe Serves Up Full Meals For Just $7.99 + Tax

Posted by Laura on January 4, 2026 | Updated December 28, 2025 Filed Under: Food & Drink

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

Posted by Bryan on January 3, 2026 | Updated January 3, 2026 Filed Under: Fast Food · Food Deals

Panera Bread Offers Rare Buy-One-Get-One Special for Limited Time

Panera Bread offers lots of delicious soups, salads and sandwiches. However, for most bargain hunters, the popular eatery is also known for being more expensive than other fast-casual eateries. That’s why, anytime they offer any discount, it’s a big deal — especially for those looking to save money at “better-for-you” restaurants other than fast-food. [Read more…] about Panera Bread Offers Rare Buy-One-Get-One Special for Limited Time

Posted by Bryan on January 1, 2026 | Updated January 2, 2026 Filed Under: Bakeries & Cafes · Food Deals

Get 5-Gallon Pickle Bucket for Small Donation at Firehouse Subs

firemanPut this deal on your “bucket list”! Firehouse Subs has a red hot deal right in the middle of its shops. If you dine there regularly, you know each sub comes with a zesty pickle spear. And they sell lots (and lots) of subs, so that means they also go through lots (and lots) of pickles. All of those delicious pickles are shipped in large, red buckets to each location. [Read more…] about Get 5-Gallon Pickle Bucket for Small Donation at Firehouse Subs

Posted by Bryan on January 1, 2026 | Updated January 1, 2026 Filed Under: Fast Food

Good Times Gives Away Free Food, Whenever Denver Gets Snowfall of 2 Inches or More

Let it snow! Good Times is giving Coloradoans another reason to check the weather report every time it gets cold outside. This winter, hungry bargain hunters will definitely want more snow to hit the ground because, when it does, the popular restaurant is heating up customers with FREE food for the two days following the snowfall. [Read more…] about Good Times Gives Away Free Food, Whenever Denver Gets Snowfall of 2 Inches or More

Posted by Bryan on December 29, 2025 | Updated December 29, 2025 Filed Under: Fast Food

Cracker Barrel Offers Limited-Time Dining Deal — Meals for Two Under $20!

This holiday season, Cracker Barrel is inviting families to celebrate this special time of the year with offers sure to bring them lots of joy…and savings. The restaurant is the perfect setting for a family meal or holiday gathering, thanks to all of the hearty comfort food on its menu — as well as the holiday shopping you can get done in its adjacent (and popular!) Old Country Store. [Read more…] about Cracker Barrel Offers Limited-Time Dining Deal — Meals for Two Under $20!

Posted by Bryan on December 28, 2025 | Updated December 28, 2025 Filed Under: Food & Drink

Save Money by Saving Food from Being Thrown Away in Denver, Boulder & Ft. Collins

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No one wants food to go to waste! Unfortunately, lots of good food gets tossed out every day at restaurants because it wasn’t sold that day or is about to expire. However, it’s still perfectly delicious and edible. Why throw it away, when someone can still enjoy it? Thanks to Goodie Bag, hungry bargain hunters can pick up unsold food from local restaurants at a discounted price — 50% off or more. [Read more…] about Save Money by Saving Food from Being Thrown Away in Denver, Boulder & Ft. Collins

Posted by Bryan on December 27, 2025 | Updated December 28, 2025 Filed Under: Food & Drink · Services

Denver Restaurants Open on Christmas Day 2025

Whether they’ve been naughty or nice, diners can cross a delicious, stress-free meal off their Christmas wish list. Many Denver area restaurants will be open Christmas Day for dine-in service. Here are some low-cost and moderate-price options, along with a selection of fancy schmantzy spots in case you are in the mood to splurge (be sure to secure reservations for those sooner rather than later).

We will continue to update this list so check here for the latest additions. If you know of any we have missed, send an email to info@milehighonthecheap.com and we’ll do our best to add them.
[Read more…] about Denver Restaurants Open on Christmas Day 2025

Posted by Laura on December 25, 2025 | Updated December 25, 2025 Filed Under: Food & Drink

Enjoy Whopper of a Deal Every Wednesday at Burger King

If it’s Wednesday, that means Burger King has a whopper of a deal for Whopper lovers. The fast-food chain is making Wednesday the day for hungry bargain hunters to enjoy big savings on its signature and iconic burger, thanks to its Whopper Wednesday special. (Did you know The Whopper was first introduced in 1957?) Make a date with Burger King for lunch or dinner! [Read more…] about Enjoy Whopper of a Deal Every Wednesday at Burger King

Posted by Bryan on December 24, 2025 | Updated December 24, 2025 Filed Under: Fast Food · Food Deals

Today! Enjoy Buy-One-Get-One Sandwich or Wrap at Potbelly for One Day Only

Take a break from work, school or holiday shopping for sandwich savings at Potbelly! The popular sandwich shop is celebrating the season of giving with a big deal on December 16, 2025. Potbelly offers a wide variety of sandwiches and soups, including its signature sub A Wreck — made with turkey breast, hickory smoked ham, Angus roast beef, salami and Swiss cheese. [Read more…] about Today! Enjoy Buy-One-Get-One Sandwich or Wrap at Potbelly for One Day Only

Posted by Bryan on December 16, 2025 | Updated December 16, 2025 Filed Under: Fast Food · Food Deals

Join Voodoo Doughnut Fan Club for Free Doughnuts, Sweet Discounts and More

Only doughnut lovers allowed! There’s a sweet fan club in Denver just for doughnut lovers. And, if you’re a donut lover, you’re definitely familiar with the spell Voodoo Doughnut has cast on those lucky enough to have one of its popular shops in their city — including Denver and Boulder! The shop started in Portland, Oregon back in 2003 and has since grown to iconic status because of its unique, delicious doughnuts. [Read more…] about Join Voodoo Doughnut Fan Club for Free Doughnuts, Sweet Discounts and More

Posted by Bryan on December 12, 2025 | Updated December 13, 2025 Filed Under: Bakeries & Cafes · Food Deals

How to Save Dough (Money!) at Crumbl Cookies — Including Gift Cards!

Cookie monsters on a budget will like the way this cookie crumbles! Crumbl offers some of the most crave-able, delicious cookies anywhere in town. The shop is known for its large, soft cookies with a wide variety of rotating flavors every week. However, they are not known for offering many sweet discounts or specials. Fortunately, there are a few ways to save a little dough (money!)at the popular cookie shop. [Read more…] about How to Save Dough (Money!) at Crumbl Cookies — Including Gift Cards!

Posted by Bryan on November 28, 2025 | Updated December 1, 2025 Filed Under: Bakeries & Cafes

Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving for Dine-In or Carry-Out in 2025

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

Posted by Laura on November 27, 2025 | Updated November 27, 2025 Filed Under: Food & Drink

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

Posted by Laura on November 27, 2025 | Updated November 27, 2025 Filed Under: Food & Drink · Services

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