It’s Tax Day — although most Floridians have another couple of weeks to file — and restaurant chains across the country are offering customers freebies and discounts to celebrate the occasion and provide a little relief to the stress.
Whether you’ve already filed your taxes and are waiting on your tax refund, or need to file a tax extension, customers can get free or discounted treats at places like Burger King and Krispy Kreme, among others.
Tax Day always falls on April 15 unless that date falls on a weekend or holiday. This year, the date falls on a Tuesday. However, anyone in Florida who was affected by the hurricanes last year automatically gets an extension until May 1.
Here’s where you can get deals and freebies on Tuesday to celebrate the end of tax season in 2025.
Tax day is here: Yeah, we know. Will these freebies and deals make you feel better?
Krispy Kreme offering a sweet deal on Tax Day
Buy any dozen doughnuts in a Krispy Kreme today and get a second Original Glazed dozen for just the prices of sales tax, the company said in a news release.
Anyone who orders a dozen online at the regular price for pickup or delivery can use the promo code “TAXBREAK” to get a second Original Glazed dozen for free, the company said.
There is a limit of two dozen per guest in-shop and a limit of one free dozen when ordering online.
“We know how stressful tax season can be, so we’re making the last day to file your taxes a little sweeter with this great offer,” said Dave Skena, Krispy Kreme Chief Growth Officer, in the news release.
There are 32 Krispy Kreme locations in Florida: here’s the list.
Customers who purchase any dozen doughnuts at Krispy Kreme on Tax Day can get a second Original Glazed dozen for only the sales tax.
Hooters offers discounted appetizers on Tax Day
Today, Hooters customers can get one select appetizer for $4.15 when you apply your reward in the Hooters app at checkout at participating locations.
Customers can choose between mozzarella sticks, fried pickles, chips & queso, and buffalo shrimp, among other options.
There are 55 Hooters locations from different franchisees in Florida: Hooters, Original Hooters (Tampa area) and Hooters of South Florida
Burger King offers 1-cent cheeseburgers on Tax Day
Royal Perks members can get a 1-cent cheeseburger today with a $1+ purchase at participating Burger King restaurants.
The offer is available under the “Offers” tab on the BK App and online at BK.com.
Here’s where to find a Burger King near you.
Shake Shack offers discounted burgers on Tax Day
Shake Shake is giving taxpayers a little more time. From now through April 27, Shake Shack customers can score a free single Black Truffle Burger, Black Truffle ‘Shroom or Black Truffle Parmesan Fries with a purchase of $10.40 or more, using code “TRUFFLETAX” at checkout.
The Black Truffle menu is one of Shake Shack’s best-performing limited-time menus of all time, according to the chain.
There are Shake Shack locations in Jacksonville, Wesley Chapel, Sarasota, West Palm Beach, Sunrise and Aventura. Here’s the map.
Shake Shack customers can score a free burger on Tax Day with any purchase of $10.40 or more.
Potbelly offering BOGO deal on Tax Day
Potbelly shops nationwide are aiming to ease Tax Day blues by offering customers a free Original sandwich with the purchase of any Original or Big sized sandwich on Tuesday April 15, the company said.
Customers can redeem the free sandwich at Potbelly.com or through the Potbelly app using the promo code BOGO.
There are 10 Potbelly locations in Florida, including a new one in Tampa. Here’s the list.
7-Eleven offering discounted delivery on Tax Day
7-Eleven is offering a Tax Day deal today available exclusively in the 7Now Delivery app: $10.40 off on any order of $20 or more using code “WRITEOFF.”
Here’s where to find a 7-Eleven near you in Florida.
Get double points on the Freddy’s app on Tax Day
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers customers who have the Freddy’s reward app downloaded and make a $1 minimum purchase on Tax Day will earn double points on their purchase that can be redeemed for future Freddy’s purchases, the company said.
Freddy’s has nine locations in Florida. Here’s where.
Smoothie King offering discounted smoothies on Tax Day
On April 15, Smoothie King is offering Healthy Rewards Members $3 off your $15 purchase and $4 off your $20 purchase, the company told USA TODAY.
There are Smoothie King locations in 82 Florida cities. Here’s where.
More Tax Day deals and discounts
Here are some more fast food and sit-down restaurants offering Tax Day deals in Florida:
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BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse is offering $10 off any $40 purchase on dine-in and takeout orders on April 15 using promo code “10OFF40.”
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Bob Evans: Win a comfort kit filled with items such as a fluffy robe, heated coffee mug and year’s supply of Bob Evans products, enter by the end of today by visiting the Bob Evans (@bobevansgrocery) Instagram or Facebook pages. On Instagram, follow Bob Evans, like the giveaway post and tag a friend in the comments with #Sweepstakes. On Facebook, comment on the giveaway post with #Sweepstakes and mention what Bob Evans product is your ultimate comfort food.
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Checkers & Rally’s is offering a Crispy Fish or Spicy Chicken sandwich for $3 on April 15 at participating locations.
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Great American Cookies is offering a buy one Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake Slice, get one free on April 15. The offer is available in-store at participating locations nationwide.
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Fazoli’s is offering a buy one, get one free deal on their classic Baked Spaghetti on April 15 with code “TAX25” at participating locations.
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Kona Ice is offering free cups of shaved ice on April 15.
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Olive Garden: For $14.99, order one of a selection of menu items and get a second heat-at-home entree for free. This deal is available until May, according to the foodnetwork.
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Sonny’s BBQ is offering a St. Louis Rib Dinner for only $10.99 on April 15.
Contributing: Chery; McCloud, USA TODAY NETWORK-Florida
This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Tax Day food deals: Restaurants offer relief on April 15, here’s where
