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Where to Eat For Free on Your Birthday: 160+ Birthday Freebies

Ingrid Alt
By Ingrid Alt
It's your birthday. You'll eat for free if you want to.

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It’s your birthday. You’ll eat for free if you want to. And with restaurants across the country offering free meals, treats and gifts to everyday email subscribers and rewards members on their birthdays, all you have to do is sign up for a membership and decide what you’re craving on your special day. And at some establishments, just your ID will do.

What restaurants have free birthday meals?

Plenty of restaurants (more than 100, by our count) offer free birthday meals, treats, appetizers and drinks. Are you hungry for a juicy birthday burger from Ruby Tuesday, or a fizzy root beer float from A&W? Perhaps you’re dreaming of a scoop of creamy chocolate ice cream from Baskin Robbins paired with a warm seasonal latte from Starbucks?

Whatever your heart and tummy desire, celebrate your special day with one of our favorite birthday freebies below. Be sure to check back often, as we are constantly hunting down new birthday deals and updating our list.

Disclaimer: Some restaurants may require you to show your ID to verify your birth date. Offers may vary by location and franchise, so be sure to call ahead to confirm offer availability with your specific location.

Click to browse birthday freebies and deals by category:

Breakfast freebies & deals

Are you a lover of breakfast food? Signing up for the loyalty club at your favorite breakfast restaurant is a smart way to get free goodies on your birthday.

Bojangles

When you subscribe to Bojangles e-club, you’ll receive a free Bo-Berry Biscuit on your birthday with any purchase.

Bruegger’s

When you sign up for the Bruegger’s Inner Circle, you’ll receive a free bagel with cream cheese on your birthday.

Denny’s

You can get a free Grand Slam breakfast on your birthday if you’re a Denny’s Rewards Member. ID required.

Einstein Bros Bagels

As a member of the Shmear Society Rewards, you’ll get a free egg sandwich on your birthday with a separate purchase.

Huddle House

Enjoy a free MVP Breakfast platter on your birthday when you join Huddle Rewards.

IHOP

Enroll in the MyHop email list and get a pancake breakfast for free on your birthday.

Waffle House

Enjoy a free birthday treat on your birthday when you join the Regulars Club.

Appetizer freebies & deals

Everyone loves a delicious appetizer on their birthday – even more so if it’s free! The following restaurants offer a free bonus appetizer with your birthday meal.

Buffalo Wild Wings

Receive free wings during your birthday month if you join Blazin’ Rewards.

On The Border

As a member of On the Border’s Club Cantina, you’ll receive a free surprise in honor of your natal day.

Pei Wei

As a member of Pei Wei’s My Wei Rewards, you can choose a free Small Plate, including crab wontons, traditional edamame, a veggie spring roll or pork egg roll during your birthday month.

Lunch and dinner freebies & deals

Celebrating birthday lunch or dinner? All of the restaurants below can hook you up with a free meal.

Abuelo’s

Enjoy a free entree for your birthday if you join Mi Abuelo’s Rewards and visit Abuelo’s twice before your birthday month.

Acapulco

When you sign up for the e-club, score a free entree on your birthday.

bd’s Mongolian Grill

Join BD’s Rewards and get a free bowl on your birthday with the purchase of any bowl.

Black Bear Diner

Join the eClub and receive a free meal on your birthday.

Blimpie

Score a free 6-inch sub with the purchase of a sub and drink on your birthday when you join Blimpie Rewards.

Chevys

When you sign up for the e-club, receive a free entree on your birthday.

El Torito

When you sign up for the e-club, get a free entree on your birthday.

Firehouse Subs

When you sign up for Firehouse Rewards before your birthday, you’ll get a free medium sub. The reward will be valid on your birthday or within the following six days.

Fire & Ice

Join the ViP Club to score a free dinner on your birthday.

Genghis Grill

Download the Genghis Rewards Loyalty app to score a free birthday bowl with the purchase of any bowl.

Houlihan’s

Enjoy a free entree on your birthday if you join the email Houlihan’s list.

HuHot Mongolian Grill

You can get a free grill meal with the purchase of another meal on your birthday if you sign up for HuHot Rewards.

Kobe Steakhouse

If you join Kobe Rewards, you’ll get a free cupcake, plus $15 off a single entrée Friday through Saturday or up to $25 off a single entrée Sunday through Thursday that can be redeemed any day during your birthday month with the purchase of another full-priced entree. See details.

Lennys Grill & Subs

For a free 7.5-inch sub on your birthday, join the Lennys VIP Rewards.

Moe’s Southwest Grill

You can get a free burrito on your birthday if you are a Moe Rewards program member.

Papa Gino’s

Land a free small cheese pizza on your birthday if you are a member of Papa Gino’s Rewards.

Pita Pit

Join Pita Pack Rewards to score a free birthday pita.

Quiznos

When you sign up for the Toasty Points club, you’ll score a buy one get one free 8″ sub on your birthday.

Red Robin

Become a member of Red Robin Royalty to get a free burger on your birthday.

Sonny’s BBQ

You’ll score a free Big Deal Combo for your birthday as a member of the ‘Q Crew.

Spaghetti Warehouse

Score a free birthday meal on your birthday when you become a member at Spaghetti Warehouse eClub.

Togo’s

As a member of Togo’s Rewards, you’ll receive a birthday sandwich reward on your birthday.

Tucanos Brazilian Grill

You can dine on a free birthday meal during the month of your birthday if you are a member of Club Tucanos.

Veggie Grill

When you sign up for the Rewards Program, you’ll receive a complimentary birthday dish on your special day.

Which Wich

Get a free Wich on your birthday when you join the Vibe Club.

Dessert and treats freebies & deals

Do you have a sweet tooth? Check out one of these restaurants to celebrate your birthday with a free dessert, drink or treat.

A&W

When you sign up for the A&W Mug Club, you get a free root beer float on your birthday.

Applebee’s

At select locations, you can get a free birthday dessert coupon when you join the Applebee’s email club. Note that offers and availability may vary by location as Applebee’s is franchise-owned.

Auntie Anne’s

When you join My Pretzel Perks, you get a coupon for a free pretzel on your birthday.

Baskin Robbins

As a member of the Birthday Club, you’ll get a free 2.5-oz. scoop coupon on your birthday.

Biggby Coffee

Every year, you’ll get a free drink (up to 24 ounces) on your birthday if you join Biggby Nation.

BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse

Join the BJ’s email list for a free birthday pizookie coupon.

Black Angus Steakhouse

Get a free Cowboy Cookie on your birthday. In addition, if you are a member of the Prime Club Rewards program, you earn double points during your entire birthday month.

Bruster’s

As a member of Bruster’s Sweet Rewards, you’ll get a special treat on your birthday.

Buca di Beppo

Buca di Beppo offers a free birthday dessert to parties of four or more with a reservation. The free dessert is a Colossal Brownie Sundae, valued at $18.99.

BurgerFi

Join BurgerFi Rewards to land a frozen custard shake on your birthday.

California Pizza Kitchen

As a member of CPK Rewards, you get a free dessert on your birthday.

Cantina Laredo

As a member of the e-Club, you can celebrate your birthday with a free dessert.

Caribou Coffee

Perks members receive free drink during their birthday week.

Carvel

When you join Fudgie Fanatics, you’ll get a free cone on your birthday.

Chili’s

Enjoy a free dessert on your birthday when you join My Chili’s Rewards.

Cinnabon

Enjoy a free 16-ounce cold brew on your birthday when you join Cinnabon Rewards.

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

Download The Coffee Bean rewards app and you’ll get a free tasty gift on your birthday.

Cold Stone Creamery

At Cold Stone Creamery, you can get a buy one get one free creation coupon to use on your birthday.

Coco’s Bakery Restaurants

Enjoy a free slice of pie during your birthday month with the purchase of an entree as a member of the eClub.

Cotton Patch Cafe

Join the Club to score a free dessert on your birthday.

Culver’s

Get a free one-scoop dish with two toppings on your birthday. Just sign up for My Culver’s rewards program and add your birthdate to your profile.

Del Taco

Enjoy a free regular-size shake on your birthday when you join the Del Taco Raving Fan eClub. Choose any shake or dessert once you earn 1,500+ points.

Dippin’ Dots

Sign up for the Dot Crazy! email club to enter to win free Dippin’ Dots on your birthday.

Dunn Brothers Coffee

You’ll be treated to a $5 birthday credit if you download the Dunn Brothers Coffee Rewards App.

Edible Arrangements

Join the Edible Rewards Program to get a free 12-count chocolate-dipped fruit boxt on your special day.

El Chico

Join the E-Club to land a complimentary dessert on your birthday.

Fleming’s

As a Friend of Fleming’s, you’ll receive a special treat when you dine within 30 days of your birthday.

Friendly’s

Join the Fan Club and get a free medium sundae on your birthday.

Glory Days Grill

If you sign up for the Victory Club, you’ll score a free dessert on your birthday.

Grand Traverse Pie Company

Join the Pie Dough Club to score a slice of pie à la mode or a 6-inch mini fruit pie.

Iguana Mia

If you provide a valid ID and dine on your birthday, you can get a free fried ice cream.

Jamba Juice

Enjoy a free medium birthday smoothie if you are a member of My Jamba Rewards and have spent at least $15 on Jamba orders logged in your rewards account.

Juice it Up

Get a free medium smoothie on your birthday if you download the Juice it Up! App and create an account.

Krispy Kreme

Become a member of Krispy Kreme Rewards to get a free birthday reward on your birthday. Typically, the reward includes a free doughnut and coffee.

La Madeleine

Join the e-Club to get a free bakery treat on your birthday.

Mimi’s

Join Mimi’s E-Club for a sweet treat on your birthday.

Ninety Nine Restaurant

To get a free dessert, sign up for Ninety Nine Restaurant Rewards.

Noodles & Company

Enjoy a free birthday dessert if you are a Classic-level member of Noodles Rewards. As a Signature or Premier-level member, you’ll get a free small or regular entree, respectively.

Nothing Bundt Cakes

To get a free Bundlet on your birthday, join the eClub.

Olga’s Kitchen

As a member of Olga’s Rewards PLUS, you’ll receive a special dessert anytime during the month of your birthday.

Olive Garden

Visit on your birthday to get a free dessert.

Orange Leaf

When you join the E-Club, you can get a free froyo on your birthday.

Panera Bread

Join MyPanera to get a free treat on your birthday.

Papa John’s

Score a free dessert during your birthday month if you are a member of the Papa Rewards program.

Peet’s Coffee

To land a free beverage, plus 25 points on your birthday, join Peetnik Rewards.

P.F. Chang’s

As a member of P.F. Chang’s Rewards, you will receive a free appetizer or dessert (whichever comes out to more on your check) during the month of your birthday.

Pinkberry

You’ll receive a free yogurt on your birthday when you join PinkCard Loyalty.

Portillo’s

Create an online ordering account and join Portillo’s Birthday Club to get a free piece of chocolate cake on your birthday, and enter three kids’ birthdays for free cake as well.

Ram Restaurant & Brewery

As a member of the MVP club, you’ll get a free Mud Pie on your birthday.

Rita’s Italian Ice

When you join the Birthday e-Club, you’ll get a free birthday reward.

Ruby Tuesday

Enjoy a free dessert or garden bar add-on on your birthday when you join Ruby Rewards.

Shari’s

Get a free slice of pie on your birthday when you join Shari’s Rewards Club.

Smashburger

When you join the Smashclub, you can earn a free shake on your birthday.

Smokey Bones

When you sign up for the Bones Club, you receive a free treat on your birthday.

Smoothie King

You’ll be treated to a bonus birthday smoothie on your birthday as a member of Healthy Rewards.

Sprinkles Cupcakes

As a Vanilla Tier member of Sprinkles Perks, you’ll be treated to a free cupcake on the Wednesday before your birthday that you have 30 days to redeem. If you are a Dark Chocolate Tier member, you can receive two free cupcakes and if you are a Red Velvet Tier member, you receive a baker’s dozen (13).

Starbucks

Enjoy a free birthday treat as a Starbucks Rewards member and get free coffee and tea refills too.

TCBY

Become a member of the TCBY Insiders and receive a free birthday treat after you reach Silver Spoon status.

Ted’s Montana Grill

To get a free birthday dessert, sign up for the Ted’s Insider club.

The Cheesecake Factory

Score a free birthday sundae with a tiny scoop of vanilla ice cream, fudge, whipped cream, confetti and a candle — no signup required! But if you do sign up for Cheesecake Rewards, you’ll get a free slice of cheesecake on your birthday.

The Habit Burger Grill

Receive a special treat on your birthday if you join The CharClub.

Wetzel’s Pretzels

Score a free pretzel on your birthday if you download the app.

Yogurtland

As a member of Yogurtland Real Rewards, you get a free treat on the house on your birthday.

Free birthday gifts and surprises

So many eateries offer free birthday gifts and surprises to their loyalty club members. Sign up for the rewards programs at all of your favorite spots to unlock free stuff on your birthday.

Baja Fresh

Enjoy a birthday reward on your birthday as a member of Club Baja.

Benihana

Register for The Chef’s Table and get a $30 gift certificate during the month of your birthday.

Bertucci’s

Get a special birthday gift when you join the Bertucci’s eclub.

Checkers

Land a special reward for your birthday if you download the Rewards Loyalty app.

Chick-fil-A

Get a birthday surprise as a member of Chipotle Rewards.

Chipotle

To get a birthday reward on your special day, sign up for Chick-fil-A One.

Dairy Queen

Join Dairy Queen Rewards to get a special birthday surprise.

Daphne’s California Greek

Join Pita Points Rewards, and you’ll automatically get $10 off your first purchase made 30 days after your birthday.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit

When you join the Big Yellow Cup Club, you’ll receive additional rewards on your birthday.

Donatos

Join Donatos Pizza Love Rewards and get a special offer for your birthday.

Dunkin’

You can earn triple points on your birthday, the day before or the day if you are a member of DDPerks.

El Pollo Loco

Join My Loco Rewards to score a $5 birthday reward. Get a $10 reward once you reach Pollo Loco status.

Farmer Boys

Download the VIF app for a birthday surprise on your special day.

Flat Top Grill

As a member of the Flat Top Grill E-Club, you’ll receive a free gift on your birthday.

Godiva

When you shop at Godiva.com during your birthday month you can add a free birthday gift to your cart.

Golden Corral

You’ll receive a birthday offer when you join the Good as Gold Club.

Gordon Biersch

Join Gordon Biersch Rewards to score a birthday e-gift.

Great American Cookies

When you download the Great American Cookies Rewards app, you’ll get a special offer on your birthday.

Hof’s Hut

Become a Preferred Guest to receive a birthday gift.

Joe’s Crab Shack

You can get a $25 birthday reward during your birthday month if you are a member of Landry’s Select Club.

Landshark Bar & Grill

Join the Fins Up Club to receive a special offer for your birthday.

Longhorn Steakhouse

Score special offers and coupons on your birthday if you are a member of the Rewards Club.

Magnolia Bakery

Sign up for the Magnolia Bakery newsletter and you’ll receive a 10% off discount to use on your b-day.

Marble Slab Creamery

Enjoy a birthday reward on your birthday if you are a member of Slab Happy Rewards.

Margaritaville

Join the Fins Up Club to get a special offer for your birthday.

Marie Callender’s

As a member of Marie Callender’s eClub, you’ll receive a special offer in your email inbox on your birthday.

McCormick & Schmick’s

You can get a $25 birthday reward during your birthday month if you are a member of Landry’s Select Club.

Medieval Times

To get a birthday offer, join the Queen’s Court email list.

Not Your Average Joe’s

Join the email club to receive an annual birthday gift each year.

O’Charley’s Restaurant & Bar

Become a member of the O’Club and enjoy a delicious birthday gift for free each year.

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery

You can receive a special gift on your birthday if you join MyPerkins.

PizzaExpress

Sign up for an account to get a birthday surprise.

Planet Smoothie

Get a special offer for your birthday as a member of Planet VIP.

Pretzelmaker

Score birthday offers and rewards when you sign up for Pretzelmaker Rewards.

Rainforest Cafe

Get a $25 birthday reward when you join Landry’s Select Club.

RA Sushi

Land a $20 gift certificate during the month of your birthday and half birthday if you sign up for The Hook Up email program.

Red Lobster

Become a member of the Fresh Catch Club to get a surprise birthday offer.

Rubio’s

Score a birthday surprise when you become a member of Rubio’s Rewards.

Seasons 52

Sign up for the newsletter to receive special offers and coupons on your birthday.

Snuffer’s Restaurant & Bar

Get a free reward on your birthday and your kids’ birthday if you download the Cheddar Fries Nation app.

Subway

Download the Subway MyWay Rewards app to earn something special on your birthday.

Taco Cabana

Join the MY TC! Rewards Club and receive a birthday surprise.

Texas de Brazil

When you join Texas de Brazil’s eClub, you’ll be treated to a special gift on your birthday.

TGI Fridays

Get a birthday surprise as a member of Fridays Rewards program.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

You’ll score surprise birthday reward on your birthday when you join Tropical Rewards.

Uno Pizzeria & Grill

Join the Uno Extras to land a free birthday coupon on your birthday.

Wienerschnitzel

Join the Wiener Lovers’ Club to score a free coupon on your birthday.

Kids-only freebies & deals

When you’re a youngster, birthdays are a big deal. Celebrate your kiddo’s big day right at these spots offering special birthday treats exclusively for little ones:

Benihana

When you join Kabuki Kids, your child will receive a free souvenir mug on his or her birthday if you purchase a Kabuki Kids meal.

California Pizza Kitchen

Host your kid’s birthday party at CPK and get a free CPKids meal during your next visit.

Chuck E Cheese

Sign up for More Cheese Rewards to get free birthday rewards.

Free birthday meal FAQs

How can I get a free birthday meal?

Many stores and restaurants offer free food or gifts for their loyalty program members on their birthdays. Be sure to check out the loyalty programs and rewards at your favorite spots to take advantage of these birthday freebies. In certain eateries, you will need to show proof of ID to claim your birthday treat, so be sure to bring it with you. In addition, some birthday freebies are only available on your actual DOB, while others are for the week of or month of, so check out the details before you head in.

How do I redeem a free birthday meal?

This will vary from place to place, be sure to read the fine print for the restaurant you want to go to beforehand so you know how to cash in on your birthday treat!

Are there any downsides to getting a free birthday meal?

There are sometimes downsides to birthday freebies. Some loyalty programs may have an entry fee. For these restaurants and stores, it is best to only join if you are going to benefit from other aspects of the loyalty program as well.

How can I find restaurants that offer free birthday meals?

The best way to find restaurants that offer free birthday meals and treats is to consult our list shared above.

Can I get free meals on my birthday at local, non-chain restaurants?

Yes, many small, locally-owned restaurants around the country offer free desserts or free meals to patrons on their birthdays. This really varies between establishments, so you should contact them ahead of time to find out. Some businesses will also advertise this birthday perk on their website or social media pages.

Looking for free gifts on your birthday too? We’ve got you covered with this guide to retailers that give out birthday gifts.


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Ingrid Alt

Ingrid is a writer and shopping expert for Offers.com. She has honed her deal finding skills writing articles and shopping guides for RetailMeNot, BlackFriday.com, Popular Science and Reader's Digest.

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