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Food & Drink

Illegal Pete’s Offers “Secret” Value Menu to All Customers — Starting Under $6!

Most restaurants offers some form of a kids’ menu with limited options (usually chicken nuggets, mac & cheese, hamburger, etc.), only intended for children typically 12 and under. However, Illegal Pete’s does its kids’ menu differently, much to the delight of adults wanting to dine on the less expensive side or maybe they just aren’t super hungry for a full-size entrée. [Read more…] about Illegal Pete’s Offers “Secret” Value Menu to All Customers — Starting Under $6!

Posted by Bryan on November 14, 2025 | Updated November 14, 2025 Filed Under: Food & Drink

New Menu Options! Sonic Drive-In Offers $1.99 Value Menu with 6 Popular Items

The value wars are heating up among the fast-food restaurants. That’s good news for hungry bargain hunters! And Sonic Drive-In is making lots of noise among budget-conscious diners with its $1.99 Menu. Customers can enjoy one of six popular menu items at the special low price. Fans can create their own “cheap” combo for under $6 — a cheeseburger, chicken wrap and Bubble Slush. [Read more…] about New Menu Options! Sonic Drive-In Offers $1.99 Value Menu with 6 Popular Items

Posted by Bryan on November 13, 2025 | Updated November 13, 2025 Filed Under: Fast Food · Food Deals

Help Us Find More Free Holiday Meals & Food Distributions

We’ve had a ton of interest in our recent post about where to find free Thanksgiving dinners and food giveaways. Never has Colorado experienced a time when so many were in need of food. And with the holidays fast approaching, the rising cost of groceries and loss of subsidies (not to mention government furloughs) has been a triple whammy. [Read more…] about Help Us Find More Free Holiday Meals & Food Distributions

Posted by Laura on October 26, 2025 | Updated October 25, 2025 Filed Under: Food & Drink · Services

Last Day! Chili’s Gives Away Free Southwestern Queso and Chips for Two Weeks

Things are getting really cheesy at Chili’s! The menu at the popular restaurant is heating up with its latest spicy creation — Southwestern Queso. Nearly two years in development (so you know it must be good!), the Southwestern Queso blends American and cheddar cheeses with fire-roasted green chilies, onions and a hint a lime for a bold flavor. [Read more…] about Last Day! Chili’s Gives Away Free Southwestern Queso and Chips for Two Weeks

Posted by Bryan on October 21, 2025 | Updated October 21, 2025 Filed Under: Food & Drink · Food Deals

Get Baker’s Dozen Special Every Monday at Einstein Bros. Bagels — Save More Than $6!

bagelOh, 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!

Posted by Bryan on October 6, 2025 | Updated October 6, 2025 Filed Under: Bakeries & Cafes · Food Deals

Enjoy Lots of Tasty $2 Deals with Culver’s Happy Hour Specials — Burgers, Onion Rings, Shakes & More!

Hungry bargain hunters know that happy hour always means savings! It’s one of the best way to dine out on the cheap with friends and family. You can always find food and drinks at a discount from regular menu prices. It’s not often you can find happy hour specials at fast-food restaurants, so this offer from Culver’s makes frugal diners even happier. [Read more…] about Enjoy Lots of Tasty $2 Deals with Culver’s Happy Hour Specials — Burgers, Onion Rings, Shakes & More!

Posted by Bryan on October 4, 2025 | Updated October 5, 2025 Filed Under: Fast Food · Food Deals

Today, Last Chance This Season! When Rockies Hit a Double, Fans Score Free Double Cheeseburger at McDonald’s

The offer is available today, September 29, 2025! The Rockies is season is now officially over. Let’s hope McDonald’s brings back this deal in 2026! Say cheese, Rockies fans! Fans have one more reason to smile about the Colorado Rockies this season, thanks to McDonald’s! The Golden Arches are throwing fans a big bargain burger, when the Rockies score a double during the 2025 regular season. Last year, the offer was triggered quite often (two to three times every week), so be sure to check MHOTC for updates! [Read more…] about Today, Last Chance This Season! When Rockies Hit a Double, Fans Score Free Double Cheeseburger at McDonald’s

Posted by Bryan on September 29, 2025 | Updated September 29, 2025 Filed Under: Fast Food · Food Deals

Today! Ziggi’s Coffee Stirs Up Big Savings for Chai Tea Lovers on National Chai Day

Raise your cup, chai tea lovers! It’s your turn in the spotlight. It seems every deal at any café only focuses on coffee beverages, with tea lovers always left out. Not anymore, thanks to locally grown Ziggi’s Coffee‘s celebration of National Chai Day, September 21, 2025. For many, nothing compares to the experience of enjoying a good cup of chai tea on a cool autumn day — the perfect seasonal pairing! [Read more…] about Today! Ziggi’s Coffee Stirs Up Big Savings for Chai Tea Lovers on National Chai Day

Posted by Bryan on September 21, 2025 | Updated September 22, 2025 Filed Under: Bakeries & Cafes · Food Deals

Rebel Bread Presents Denver Bake Fest – Competition & Tasting Oct. 4

Get you carbs on at the Denver Bake Fest. This FREE festival and friendly baking competition celebrates Colorado bakers and the diversity and creativity of the food community. On Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the courtyard outside of Rebel Bread’s Production Lab will be filled with 80+ bakers (amateurs and pros), bakery lovers and all kinds of baked goods just waiting to be tasted. [Read more…] about Rebel Bread Presents Denver Bake Fest – Competition & Tasting Oct. 4

Posted by Laura on September 18, 2025 | Updated September 4, 2025 Filed Under: Bakeries & Cafes · Food & Drink

Only Two Locations Remain Closed! Breaking News: Del Taco Begins to Reopen Colorado Locations

According to the Del Taco site, all locations are now open again with the exception of two — see below. Del Taco fans in Colorado can rejoice! The popular fast-food restaurant abruptly closed all but one of its Colorado locations back in late February. (The Grand Junction location remained opened because it was owned by a different franchisee.) The closure was a huge shock to those hungry bargain hunters who enjoyed the restaurant’s popular two Taco Nights every week, as well as its affordable value menu. [Read more…] about Only Two Locations Remain Closed! Breaking News: Del Taco Begins to Reopen Colorado Locations

Posted by Bryan on September 10, 2025 | Updated September 11, 2025 Filed Under: Fast Food

Chipotle Offers New ‘Build-Your-Own Chipotle’ Group Meal with $10 Discount for Limited Time

Who wants Chipotle for lunch (or dinner)? No more stressing about feeding the whole crew anymore. Chipotle just introduced its new “Build-Your-Own Chipotle”— a group meal that feeds four to six people. It’s an easy, stress-free way to feed any small group at home, school or work with no advance planning required. [Read more…] about Chipotle Offers New ‘Build-Your-Own Chipotle’ Group Meal with $10 Discount for Limited Time

Posted by Bryan on August 27, 2025 | Updated August 28, 2025 Filed Under: Fast Food · Food Deals

Chipotle Offers Extra Perks for College Students, Including Free Food, Discounts and More

No exams required — just a need to take a study break at Chipotle. Often getting burritos multiple times a week, college students are among the restaurant chain’s most loyal customers. And Chipotle is rewarding college students with exclusive access to FREE Chipotle, extra points and more, thanks to Chipotle U Rewards. [Read more…] about Chipotle Offers Extra Perks for College Students, Including Free Food, Discounts and More

Posted by Bryan on August 21, 2025 | Updated August 21, 2025 Filed Under: Fast Food

Subway Offers Meal of the Day at Value Price, Includes Sub, Side & Drink

Hungry bargain hunters always love a good meal deal — because it usually offers both lots of food and lots of value! And Subway is kicking off the New Year with a new Meal of the Day deal. The meal deal offers a different sub each day of the week, along with a drink and cookies or chips — all at a great price. It makes for the perfect quick and easy work lunch or dinner for the family. [Read more…] about Subway Offers Meal of the Day at Value Price, Includes Sub, Side & Drink

Posted by Bryan on July 17, 2025 | Updated July 17, 2025 Filed Under: Fast Food · Food Deals

Enjoy Fuzzy Taco Shop’s New Happy Hour with Discounted Tacos and Drinks Every Week

Get ready to be a little happier at Fuzzy’s Taco Shop. Hungry bargain hunters know that Happy Hour is the time to enjoy food and drinks at their favorite restaurant or bar. And, now, you can add the popular eatery to the list of restaurants offering discounted food and drinks for few hours every week day. Nothing fuzzy here, the new special is definitely full of delicious deals and spicy savings. [Read more…] about Enjoy Fuzzy Taco Shop’s New Happy Hour with Discounted Tacos and Drinks Every Week

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

Ziggi’s Coffee Gives Away Totally Free 20-oz. Dirty Soda at All Colorado Locations

How do you like your soda? The latest bubbly buzz in beverages is dirty sodas! A dirty soda is a soft drink that’s mixed or topped with syrup, juice or (the most popular!) cream…or a mixture thereof. You can see the trend popping up on drink menus everywhere. And Ziggi’s Coffee recently launched a new beverage lineup of Dirty Sodas — now available at all locations. [Read more…] about Ziggi’s Coffee Gives Away Totally Free 20-oz. Dirty Soda at All Colorado Locations

Posted by Bryan on July 2, 2025 | Updated July 3, 2025 Filed Under: Bakeries & Cafes · Food Deals

Final Day! Modern Market Eatery Offers Discount on All Entrées for One Week

Get ready for lots of healthy savings at Modern Market Eatery this week, as the popular local restaurant continue to offer four weeks of summer deals. (This is the final week!) The popular restaurant isn’t known for offering many discounts, so that makes this deal even tastier for hungry bargain hunters. Enjoy lots of fresh and healthy salads, bowls, sandwiches and more at a bargain price! [Read more…] about Final Day! Modern Market Eatery Offers Discount on All Entrées for One Week

Posted by Bryan on July 1, 2025 | Updated July 1, 2025 Filed Under: Bakeries & Cafes · Food Deals

Last Day! Smashburger Celebrates 18th Birthday by Rolling Back Prices to 2007

Happy 18th Birthday, Smashburger! The Denver-born burger chain is celebrating its 18th birthday by offering it loyal customers a juicy deal on its popular burgers — including Singles and Doubles. Do you know where the restaurant chain’s first location is at in Colorado? (Hint: It’s on South Colorado Boulevard in Glendale!) [Read more…] about Last Day! Smashburger Celebrates 18th Birthday by Rolling Back Prices to 2007

Posted by Bryan on June 30, 2025 | Updated June 30, 2025 Filed Under: Fast Food · Food Deals

Final Night! Score Free Burritos from Chipotle During 2025 NBA Championship Finals

Get ready to take your shot at scoring a freebie! Chipotle is making the 2025 NBA Championship Finals even more action-packed, thanks to its “Instant Freeplays” giveaway. Fans have to act fast for the chance to score a FREE entrée from the popular fast-casual restaurant. No matter who you’re rooting for, Chipotle fans are the winners this year! [Read more…] about Final Night! Score Free Burritos from Chipotle During 2025 NBA Championship Finals

Posted by Bryan on June 22, 2025 | Updated June 22, 2025 Filed Under: Fast Food

McDonald’s Sells Bag of Ice for Cool Low Price — Perfect for Summer Road Trips, Parties & More!

McDonalds2With the extremely high temperatures lately, everyone will be using more ice — whether it’s for drinks at home or filling the cooler for a family adventure. Once the ice from the freezer is depleted (or for those without an ice maker), you often have to buy a few bags of ice to get you through the hot days of summer. And, as usual, bargain hunters want to find the hottest price around. [Read more…] about McDonald’s Sells Bag of Ice for Cool Low Price — Perfect for Summer Road Trips, Parties & More!

Posted by Bryan on June 17, 2025 | Updated June 16, 2025 Filed Under: Fast Food

Today! Culver’s Gives Away Totally Free New & Improved Chicken Sandwiches for One Day Only

Every restaurant has a chicken sandwich on the menu! And Culver’s has been working on perfecting its chicken sandwich. After a multi-year development process, the Wisconsin-based restaurant chain has revamped its chicken sandwich lineup, with an array of juicier, crispier and tastier sandwiches arriving on June 16, 2025. [Read more…] about Today! Culver’s Gives Away Totally Free New & Improved Chicken Sandwiches for One Day Only

Posted by Bryan on June 15, 2025 | Updated June 15, 2025 Filed Under: Fast Food · Food Deals

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