Ready to file your tax return? Nobody likes writing a big check on Tax Day, but there is some good news—April 15 also means specials, freebies, and deals. After you pop your return (or your extension) in the mail, kick back and take advantage of some promos and specials—everything from travel deals to discounted meals and cocktails.
More deals will pop up, so check back (especially closer to lunch and again at happy hour on Tax Day). New additions will be noted with (NEW) to help you find them quickly.
Here’s what’s on tap so far:
FOOD AND DRINK
Arby’s customers can get one free sandwich with purchase every week in April when you sign up for Arby’s Rewards.
BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse is offering $10 off orders of $40 or more on Monday using promo code 10OFF40. Available for dine-in, takeout and delivery on 4/15 only.
California Pizza Kitchen is offering customers craving a tax break $10 off when they spend $40 and sign up for CPK rewards on Tax Day.
Hooters is offering customers who visit a participating location on Monday, April 15, and purchase 10 wings, an additional 10 wings of any style for free. To pair perfectly with Hooters’ world-famous wings, guests can enjoy refreshing $4 Dos Equis draft beers and legendary $4 Legendary Margaritas, made with El Jimador 100% blue agave silver tequila and lime sour with orange and lime juices.
Krispy Kreme is giving taxpayers an additional “deduction” on Tax Day: purchase an Original Glazed® or Assorted dozen in the shop and receive a second Original Glazed® dozen for just the price of sales tax in their state. Pricing for the second dozen will vary based on each state’s sales tax. At participating Krispy Kreme shops, there is a limit of two dozen per customer in-shop and a limit of one when ordering online for pickup or delivery via Krispy Kreme’s app and website.
Paris Baguette Rewards Members can enjoy a FREE pastry with the purchase of any beverage on TaxDay. Not a member? Download the app today!
Potbelly shops nationwide are aiming to ease Tax Day blues with a buy one BIG or Original Sandwich, get an Original sandwich free. Only available on Potbelly.com and the Potbelly App with promo code BOGO.
Shipley Do-Nuts is helping customers ease the Tax Day blues with a buy-one, get-one half-dozen box of do-nuts. To become a Shipley Do-Nuts loyalty member and take advantage of the offer, sign up online or any Shipley Do-Nuts location.
Sonny’s BBQ is offering half-price St. Louis Rib Dinners all day on Tax Day—50% off your choice of Sweet & Smokey or House Dry-Rubbed Ribs, two Sidekicks and either cornbread or garlic bread. The final price of the plate will vary depending on which Sonny’s you go to, but the restaurant is hoping this gives you a bit of a barbecue break after a stressful day. Not valid with any other offer, coupon or discount. Not valid on online ordering or 3rd party delivery. Does not include Baby Back Ribs or All-You-Can-Eat.
TGI Fridays® is giving fans the chance to deduct some stress with The Tax Break, a one-of-a-kind cocktail. The beverage features 1800 Silver Tequila mixed with citrus, agave, strawberry, and passionfruit for a refreshing sip sure to sweeten the sting of tax season. The cocktail is served with a hitchhiker of Hennessy V.S.—perfect for softening the blow of owing money after filing or rejoicing in the celebration of receiving a refund. You can sip on the limited-edition cocktail at participating TGI Fridays locations for only $7 starting Tuesday, April 2 through Tuesday, April 30.
White Castle has a deal on Tax Day, April 15—you can take 15% off your order at White Castle with code WC15OFF. Not valid with any other coupons, discounts, specials or offers. Not valid on delivery orders. One coupon per customer per visit. Valid at participating Castles. You’ll need a coupon, which you can download from the website.
TRAVEL
Kimpton EPIC Hotel in Downtown Miami is making this season a little brighter for its guests on Tax Day. Because let’s face it, nobody enjoys paying taxes! The property is offering a limited-time deal for guests when they book a stay on April 15, where their guestroom and dining taxes at Area 31 will be waived. Guests can book their stay here.
Staypineapple, the national boutique hotel brand, will pay sales taxes and amenity fees for guests who book during the 24 hours of Tax Day, exclusively for reservations made through Staypineapple’s website when using promo code TAXDAY. This website exclusive offer will be available for bookings made between 12:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. on April 15. The offer is valid for stays at any of Staypineapple’s 10 hotels nationwide through December 31, 2024.
More Information
Please note that these specials are based on information passed along from companies and their representatives, as well as social media. While I’ve made every effort to make sure that they’re accurate, I haven’t been to each location and/or company so I can’t personally vouch for them. Remember, too, that many of these companies are franchises and may have different promotions or may not participate at all. Be sure to read the fine print. If you have questions about an offer, reach out to the company directly.
Some companies may require a coupon or a “like” on Facebook. If you are not sure, then err on the side of checking out websites (I’ve included links to the companies where possible).
I’ve received unconfirmed reports that Dave and Buster’s and Grimaldi’s are also offering specials, but haven’t seen anything official (yet) from the companies.
If you have a lead on a tax day promotion, deal, or special, let me know. You can tweet @taxgirl, post a note on Facebook or email me (but please, no calls).
Cheers to the end of the season!