Celebrate "Fri-Yay" with These Fun Friday Food Deals

There's no better way to start the weekend than with some tasty Friday food deals. From half priced appetizers and discount entrees to even free food, Fridays just became the best day of the week.

Friday Food Deals to Kick Off the Weekend

From half-rack of ribs to all-you-can-eat wings and $8 signature bites, Fridays just got a lot happier…and cheaper!

99 Restaurant & Pub: Monday through Friday, enjoy $6.99 appetizers and drink special from 2-5pm and 8pm til Close.
Applebee's: For a limited time, enjoy all-you-can-eat boneless wings, riblets, and shrimp for just $14.99 per person.
Arby's: Check the app daily to score deals like BOGO free sandwiches, free shakes, 25% off your first order and more.
Beef O' Brady's: Stop by for their $10.99 Fish ‘N’ Chips Fridays which includes fried cCod fillets plus fries and coleslaw.
Bertucci's: Enjoy the new Family Night at Bertucci's and get a free chocolate chip cookie sundae for your kid when the whole family dines in.
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse: Enjoy a slow-roasted entree with a dessert for just $19.
Cheesecake Factory: Enjoy Happy Hour pricing in the bar area from 4-6pm, Monday through Friday.
Chili's: For a limited time, grab the "3 for Me" meal deal at Chili's, which includes an appetizer, a full-size entree, and a drink for just $10.99.
Cracker Barrel: On Fridays starting at 11am, enjoy the Friday Fish Fry meal for just $15.99.
Dairy Queen: Check the app weekly to get some great deals on your favorite DQ eats and treats like a BOGO free coupons, surprise offers and more.
El Torito: Happy Hour Specials starting at just $4, every day from 3-9pm. Plus, all-you-can-eat lunch Monday through Friday from 11am-2pm. Available at participating locations.
Jack in the Box: Check the app to receive deals like BOGO free tacos and exclusive deals on burgers, drinks and more.
McDonald's: McDonald’s is offering free medium fries with a $1 purchase when you use the Mobile Order and Pay option in the McDonald’s App.
Olive Garden: Grab lunch-sized favorites for just $8.99 Monday-Friday before 3pm.
On the Border: Score deals on apps and drinks during App-y Hour. Offers vary by location.
Papa John's: Snag the latest deals on pizza, sides, drinks and more.
Papa Murphy's Pizza: Check your location to score exclusive deals on pizza, desserts and more.
P.F. Chang's: Grab $8 signature bites and $8 cocktails Monday-Friday between 3 and 6pm.
Red Lobster: Kick your weekend off with hand-battered fish & chips with fries and coleslaw for just $15 on Fridays.
Sonic Drive-In: Order in the app and enjoy half-price drinks and slushies.
Subway: Score the latest deals like BOGO free subs, free drinks, chips and much more.
Taco Bell: Check the app daily to score deals like free tacos, money off your order, $0 delivery fees and more.
TGI Fridays: On Fridays, enjoy 10 different TGI meal deals for just $9.99. Plus, enjoy Happy Hour every day.
Uno Pizzeria: Monday through Friday until 3pm, you can get an Individual Deep Dish or Chicago Thin Crust Pizza with a Garden or Caesar salad or soup.
Wendy's: Rewards members can check the app for coupons and deals on burgers, salads, frosty and more.
White Castle: Check their website and app for coupons good on BOGO free meals, money off a Crave Case and more.
Wienerschnitzel: Visit their site to grab the latest coupons like $4 off 2 Chili Dogs and a medium fry, $6 for a corn dog, chili dog, and chili cheese fries and more. Offers change monthly.

Where Kids Eat Free (or Cheap) on Fridays

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

99 Restaurant & Pub: Kids under 10 eat for free the day after a Red Sox win and if accompanied by a 99 Rewards member.
Bob Evans: Bob Evans has a ‘Kids Eat Free’ promotion after 4 pm with the purchase of an adult meal.
Chili's: My Chili's Rewards members can receive offers for a free kid's meal for children under 12.
Denny's: Children have a chance to eat free with an adult purchase after 4 pm.
Fogo de Chao: Kids aged 6 and under eat free all the time; kids between 7 and 12 can eat for half off adult pricing.
Fricker's: Kids 10 and under eat free all day, every day.
IHOP: Kids eat free every evening, typically from 4 pm to 8 pm.
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.
Ruby Tuesday: Kids 12 and under eat free every day after 5pm with the purchase of a full-priced adult entree.
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.

For more places to score cheap or free kid's meals, check out Kids Eat Free: 20+ Verified Restaurants Where Kids Can Eat Free.

Friday Food Deals for Happy Hour

Everyone loves a good happy hour, especially on a "Friday Eve." Whether you're looking for simple bar bites, small plates, craft cocktails, or something else, these eateries will kick your Friday eve off right.

Bahama Breeze: Enjoy half-priced appetizers and discounted tropical cocktails Monday-Friday from 4-6pm at select locations.
Bar Louie: Grab appetizers like calamari, wings, flatbreads and more for half-off Monday-Friday from 4-7pm.
BJ's Brewhouse: Get ½ off mini deep-dish pizzas and select appetizers, plus $4 domestic bottles of beer and $5 handcrafted cocktails Monday-Friday from 3-6pm.
Bonefish Grill: Relax during Social Hour at Bonefish everyday starting at 3pm with craft cocktails and small plates starting at just $7.
Buffalo Wild Wings: Grab $3-$6 drinks from 3-6pm.
California Pizza Kitchen: Monday-Friday from 3-5pm, enjoy pizza and beer for just $6, plus get ½ off all drinks and starters.
Carrabba's: Enjoy happy hour every day from 4-7pm with $7 cocktails and bites.
The Cheesecake Factory: Enjoy discounted burgers, appetizers, and drinks during happy hour Monday-Friday from 4-6pm.
Glory Days: Enjoy happy hour all day, every day, including Thursdays
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.
P.F. Chang's: Enjoy signature bites and craft cocktails for just $8 Monday-Friday from 3-6pm.
Red Robin: Enjoy $3 off select appetizers and $4 beers, $5-$6 cocktails Monday-Friday 3-6pm.
TGI Fridays: Take advantage of All Day, Every Day drink specials, including $4 cocktails, $5 wine, and $2 beers.
World of Beer: Enjoy all-day food happy hour, with $6 shareables including street tacos, sliders, flatbread, mac & cheese bites, and more.

Late-Night Friday Food Deals

Attention Night Owls: we have Friday food deals for you, too! Here's where you can save some money on tasty late-night bites.

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

3 Tips for Enjoying Friday 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. Become a Loyalty or Rewards Member

Many restaurants reward their loyalty members with exclusive deals and discounts and even free food first. At Applebee's, for example, you get a free appetizer simply by joining Club Applebee's. Be sure to cash in on these exclusive deals by joining a restaurant’s rewards program!

2. Check with Your Local Restaurant Franchise

Promotion times can vary, so it's a good idea to call your local franchise restaurant ahead of time to confirm that a particular deal is still active.

3. Use Free Coupon Apps

With a free coupon app like GetUpside, you can earn up to 45% cashback at restaurants. Therefore, to save even more when dining out, save your receipt to then upload to a coupon app to score cash back, which can be applied to a future order.

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Friday Food Deals: FAQs

Do all restaurants offer deals and discounts on Fridays?
Unfortunately, not all restaurants offer special deals on Fridays, particularly to non-reward members. However, many do. Be sure to check with your favorite local restaurant to see what, if any, deals are offered on Fridays to both rewards and non-rewards members.

Are Friday food deals available for dine-in only?
While not all Friday deals are for dine-in only, such as with fast food chains, most deals are.

Are there any deals specifically for kids?
Many family-friendly restaurants, such as IHOP and Ruby Tuesday, offer 'Kids Eat Free' promotions on certain days with the purchase of an adult entree.