Thursday Food Deals to Kick Off the Almost-Weekend

Key Takeaways

• Chain restaurants, fast foods, and local eateries often offer special Thursday deals, whether it’s half-price burgers, happy hour deals, or Kids Eat Free promos.
• Many restaurants even offer after-dark discount menus, for those who prefer a late-night bite.
• By joining a restaurant's loyalty program or using a free coupon app, diners can score even greater deals and exclusive savings every day of the week. 

Thursday Food Deals Not to Miss

From fully discounted seafood entrees to BOGO boneless wings, your Thursday just got a lot tastier. Here are 10 restaurants serving up awesome Thursday food deals every week.

1. IHOP: Enjoy IHOP’s IHOPPY Happy Hour from 3 to 10 pm every day – Thursdays included.
2. Dunkin' Donuts: Dunkin' Rewards members get a medium iced or hot coffee for just $2 on Thursdays through 2/29.
3. Buffalo Wild Wings: Get free BOGO boneless wings for takeout or delivery every Thursday.
4. Starbucks: Starbucks Rewards members can enjoy any handcrafted beverage for just $3 on Thursdays
5. Ruby Tuesday: Pick from one of the $10.99 Weekday Dinner Deals, available Monday-Thursday after 4pm.
6. Texas Roadhouse: Enjoy discounted dinner entrees on the Early Dine menu on steak, chicken, burgers, fish, and more Monday-Thursday between 4 and 6pm. 
7. Red Lobster: Enjoy a Sea Scallops and Shrimp entree over rice for just $17 on Thursdays. 
8. Olive Garden: Grab lunch-sized favorites for just $8.99 Monday-Friday before 3pm.
9. P.F. Chang's: Grab $8 signature bites and $8 cocktails Monday-Friday between 3 and 6pm. 
10. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse: Enjoy a slow-roasted entree with a dessert for just $19.

Thursday Food Deals for Kids

Many places offer special deals and discounts where kids eat free or at least for cheap! 

• Piccadilly: On Thursdays, kids 12 and under eat from the kids' menu for just $1.99 all day with the purchase of an adult meal.
• Chili's: My Chili's Rewards members can receive offers for a free kids meal for children under 12.
• Ruby Tuesday: Kids 12 and under eat free after 5pm with the purchase of a full-priced adult entree.
• Denny's: Children a chance to eat free with an adult purchase after 4 pm.
• IHOP: Kids eat free every evening, typically from 4 pm to 8 pm.
• Bob Evans: Bob Evans has a ‘Kids Eat Free’ promotion after 4 pm with the purchase of an adult meal.
• The Melting Pot: Kids 12 and under get a free entree from the kids' menu, and students 12 and up get a free chocolate fondue with the purchase of one adult entree when they come in with an excellent report card.
• Tony Roma's: Kids eat free all day every day at participating Tony Roma’s locations
• Zaxby's: Kids eat free with the Big Zax Snack Meal (valued at $6.99) when you download and order from the new Zaxby’s mobile app. 

To learn more about where to find affordable family dining, read 10 Best Restaurant Family Meal Deals Under $20 + Coupons.

Happy Hour: Thursday Specials on Food & Drinks

Everyone loves a good happy hour, especially on a "Friday Eve." Whether you're looking for traditional wings, mozzarella sticks, Asian-inspired bites, or something else entirely, these happy hour hot spots have your Thursday evening covered.

• TGI Fridays: Take advantage of All Day, Every Day drink specials, including $4 cocktails, $5 wine, and $2 beers.
• Glory Days: Enjoy happy hour all day, every day, including Thursdays
• World of Beer: Enjoy all-day food happy hour, with $6 shareables including street tacos, sliders, flatbread, mac & cheese bites, and more. 
• Buffalo Wild Wings: Grab $3-$6 drinks from 3-6pm.
• Outback Steakhouse: Enjoy $7 signature cocktails all day every day. Plus, take advantage of their $16.99 Aussie Steak-Cation Deals, for a limited time. 
• California Pizza Kitchen: Get pizza and beer for just $6 + ½ off all drinks and starters Monday-Friday from 3-5pm.
• P.F. Chang's: Grab signature bites and craft cocktails for just $8 Monday-Friday from 3-6pm.
• BJ's Brewhouse: Offers ½ off mini deep dish pizzas and select appetizers, plus $4 domestic bottles of beer and $5 handcrafted cocktails Monday-Friday from 3-6pm. 
• Red Robin: Enjoy $3 off select appetizers and $4 beers, $5-$6 cocktails Monday-Friday 3-6pm. 

Late-Night Thursday Food Deals

For those out late, we have good news - many restaurants offer late-night discounts and deals, too!

• Applebee's: Dive into Applebee's half-priced appetizers after 9 pm in many locations – perfect for the late-night munchies.
• TGI Fridays: Indulge in TGI Fridays' late-night menu with special pricing on a variety of appetizers and drinks, typically starting after 10 pm.
• Denny’s: Denny’s offers a late-night menu with discounted prices on some classic diner favorites, available from 10 pm to 6 am.
• IHOP: IHOP isn’t just for breakfast; enjoy their evening menu with select discounts from 10 pm to closing.
• Buffalo Wild Wings: If wings are your thing, Buffalo Wild Wings has a late-night happy hour starting at 10 pm with special prices on wings and drinks.
• Chili’s: Chili’s might have a deal for you with their late-night happy hour featuring discounts on select food items and beverages, starting at 9 pm in some locations.
• Domino’s Pizza: For pizza lovers, Domino’s offers late-night delivery deals, perfect for group study sessions or a late office night.
• Jack in the Box: Craving burgers or tacos late at night? Jack in the Box has a selection of late-night munchie meals after 9 pm.
• Steak 'n Shake: Known for their burgers and shakes, Steak 'n Shake offers half-price shakes and other drink specials after 8 pm.
• Sonic Drive-In: Enjoy half-price drinks and slushies after 8 pm at Sonic Drive-In, perfect for a late-night treat.
• BJ's Brewhouse: Enjoy ½ off mini deep dish pizzas and discounts on select appetizers and drinks Sunday-Thursday from 9pm until close. 

3 Tips for Enjoying Thursday Food Deals

Whether you're dining in or grabbing food to-go, there are some general tips you can employ to ensure you're getting the most from your time and money.

1. Call Ahead

Since Thursday food deal times can vary and some promotions are even only for a limited time, it's a good idea to call a restaurant ahead of time to confirm a particular deal is still active. That way, you'll have peace of mind knowing you'll be able to take advantage of a deal or not, or be able to make other plans if a Thursday food deal expires. 

2. Join a Restaurant's Loyalty Program

Oftentimes, restaurants reward loyalty members with exclusive deals and discounts first. Therefore, be sure to cash in on these exclusive deals by joining a restaurant’s rewards program! By enrolling, you can gain access to exclusive offers and promotions. 

3. Use Free Coupon Apps

When you use a free coupon app like GetUpside, you can earn up to 45% cashback at restaurants. This is in addition to any app savings you can score by shopping at grocery stores as well shopping online. 

Increase Your Savings Across the Board

Cashing in on Thursday food deals and other special promotions isn't the only way you can keep some of that hard-earned cash in your wallet. By also learning how to coupon and checking back on MySavings regularly for all the latest deals, you save money on everything from household items to toys, games, clothing, and more. 

Here are some general resources for saving money: 

• The 20 Best Restaurant and Fast Food Apps
• Find What You Need with Ease with These 12 Free Stuff Apps
• What is pOpshelf? Exploring Dollar General's New Upscale Shopping Concept

And for more daily food deals, check out:

• Top Monday Food Deals: Start Your Week with Tasty Savings! - Free Stuff & Freebies (mysavings.com)
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• Top Wednesday Food Deals: Midweek Dining Discounts to Devour - Coupons (mysavings.com)
• Celebrate 'Fri-Yay' with These Fun Friday Food Deals - Daily Deals & Coupons (mysavings.com)

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- Vanessa