Gardeners are sure to dig this freebie! Have you ever wondered what Starbucks does with all of its used coffee grounds every day? The ubiquitous café just gives them away for FREE, as part of its Grounds For Your Garden program. Participating locations simply bag them up and leave them for customers to pick up for their garden or compost pile. [Read more…] about Find Free Coffee Grounds for Gardening or Composting at Starbucks
Food & Drink
Illegal Pete’s Thanks Educators, Healthcare Workers & First Responders with BOGO Special Every Week
Food is one of the best ways to show someone gratitude, especially when it’s really good food. And Illegal Pete’s is thanking our community heroes with its fare, including those delicious (and large) Mission-style burritos. Educators, healthcare workers and first responders can definitely work up an appetite helping others every day, so it’s fitting to let them enjoy lunch or dinner on a budget. [Read more…] about Illegal Pete’s Thanks Educators, Healthcare Workers & First Responders with BOGO Special Every Week
Summer 2025 Reservations Open for Casa Bonita April 7
Raise your flag for fresh sopaipillas, Denver! The wait is finally over. If you’ve been wanting to experience the “new and improved” Casa Bonita, it’s your time to get in line without having to wait for your name to be drawn in a lottery. Many waited for months to be selected to make reservations, while others never received the good news. Since the iconic restaurant reopened in May 2023, the only way you could get reservations was to be selected via a lottery. [Read more…] about Summer 2025 Reservations Open for Casa Bonita April 7
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 and delicious doughnuts. [Read more…] about Join Voodoo Doughnut Fan Club for Free Doughnuts, Sweet Discounts and More
Village Inn Offers New Daily Deals Every Week — Save on Burgers, Breakfast, Pie & Sandwiches!
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 new Daily Deals with big savings on burgers, breakfast, pie and sandwiches — Monday through Thursday. Pick your favorite deal and mark your calendar every week! [Read more…] about Village Inn Offers New Daily Deals Every Week — Save on Burgers, Breakfast, Pie & Sandwiches!
Colorado Mountain Pies by Beau Jo’s Offers Deals, Specials and Events in Colorado
If you’re a Colorado native or have lived here for awhile, you definitely know about Beau Jo’s. Beau Jo’s is the original home to Colorado-style pizzas also known as Colorado Mountain Pies. What is Colorado-style pizza? According to Beau Jo’s, “It’s the kind of pizza you need after a day of exploring our great state, sold by the pound and designed to serve up an unheard amount of cheese, toppings, and sauce.” [Read more…] about Colorado Mountain Pies by Beau Jo’s Offers Deals, Specials and Events in Colorado
Where Kids Eat For Free (and Cheap) at Denver & Boulder Restaurants
If you’re looking to stretch your dining dollars, restaurants where kids eat FREE or at a discount is a foolproof way to keep your family budget in check. We contacted every one of these restaurants verify the deals, but keep in mind that they can change their offers at any time. Also, in many cases there were several locations of a restaurant, and when we called them we got varying information. And finally, it’s possible that the person who gave us the information wasn’t 100% sure of the details. [Read more…] about Where Kids Eat For Free (and Cheap) at Denver & Boulder Restaurants
Daily Food & Drink Specials in the Denver/Boulder Area – Updated!
In addition to abundant nightly happy hours — usually early and sometimes again late in the evening — a growing number of restaurants and clubs offer food and/or drink specials every week.
As you’d assume, there are many out there — too many to list. We’ve rounded up some of the best by day of the week, arranged alphabetically and have also included location (when possible.) Please know most specials are not valid on major holidays and only valid at participating locations. [Read more…] about Daily Food & Drink Specials in the Denver/Boulder Area – Updated!
Enjoy Free Fries Every Week at Burger King
Would you like fries with that? Of course! You simply can’t enjoy a burger without a side of fries. It’s an iconic pairing on all menus, most notably at every fast-food burger joint. And Burger King is making it easier and cheaper for its loyal customers to indulge the salty side. Be sure to grab some extra packets of ketchup! [Read more…] about Enjoy Free Fries Every Week at Burger King
Free & Cheap Mardi Gras Celebrations In Denver, Also Where To Get King Cake
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Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday, commences this year on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. But while the New Orleans holiday and the city’s famous parade prove far from Denver, the Mile High City has plenty of ways to celebrate right here.
For starters, get a king cake. Next, hit up a crawfish boil and dig in like they do in the South. Or, join one of the many fetes around the city, beads and masks encouraged. Laissez les bons temps rouler! [Read more…] about Free & Cheap Mardi Gras Celebrations In Denver, Also Where To Get King Cake
Get Baker’s Dozen Special Every Monday at Einstein Bros. Bagels — Save More Than $6!
Oh, what a “hole-y” deal! Start your week with bargain bagels at Einstein Bros. Bagels. With this deal, be the office hero by walking in with bagels for your team. With so many bagel choices, you’re sure to find the right variety pack to please everyone’s palate. Plus, did you know you can have the bagels cut in half at the bagel shop? Much safer than trying to slice them on your own! [Read more…] about Get Baker’s Dozen Special Every Monday at Einstein Bros. Bagels — Save More Than $6!
Starbucks Changes Refill Policy — Here’s What You Need to Know
Can you get a complimentary refill at Starbucks? Such an important question for Starbucks lovers, especially because the café keeps raising its prices! There seems to be lots of confusion about the refill policy at Starbucks. Yes, it is true. Customers can enjoy a refill on the house, but there are a few rules. And Starbucks just updated its refill policy. Here’s what you need to know: [Read more…] about Starbucks Changes Refill Policy — Here’s What You Need to Know
Denver Restaurant Week 2025. Here Are The Participating Restaurants. Make Reservations Now!
Get ready for some delicious food with a side dish of savings. Denver Restaurant Week is back. The annual celebration of all things food runs Friday, March 7 to Sunday, March 16, 2025. More than 200 restaurants are participating. Each offers a multi-course dinner (usually three courses) for a “mile high” fixed price, plus tax, tip and beverages. You’ll want to make reservations now. [Read more…] about Denver Restaurant Week 2025. Here Are The Participating Restaurants. Make Reservations Now!
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. Here’s how: [Read more…] about How to Save Dough (Money!) at Crumbl Cookies — Including Gift Cards!
McDonald’s Offers Buy-One-Get-One Deal on 8 Popular Menu Items
Get ready for lots of McSavings in 2025! Famished frugal families always love a buy-one-get-one deal because it means big savings for the budget — especially when dining out. Pay full price for the first item and get the second one at reduced price. And, fortunately, McDonald’s is bringing back its popular Buy One, Add One for $1 deal on many menu favorites this year at participating locations. [Read more…] about McDonald’s Offers Buy-One-Get-One Deal on 8 Popular Menu Items