Food deals and discounts on coffee, fast food, and fine dining

These food deals (and drink deals) and restaurant dining discounts are available throughout the Seattle-Tacoma metro area. Valentine’s Day deals are listed first, followed by other restaurants offerings and discounts.

You’ll find offers from local eateries, national chains, and fast food restaurants. As always, we focus on those with modest prices. We may also feature more expensive options that offer a special meal or savings.

The food and drink deals with an expiration date are listed first, followed by those that are available “for a limited time”.

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Always keep in mind that prices and participation can vary–a food deal may not be available at your nearest location. This is because national chains are often franchises that are locally owned and operated. A franchise can sometimes choose whether to participate in a national promotion.

When a minimum order purchase is specified, it is calculated BEFORE taxes, tips, or other fees.

Join the reward or loyalty program at places you frequent most–from coffee stands and casual eateries to fine dining restaurants. Members of loyalty programs get more discounts and deals, some delivered daily to your smartphone app, making it easy to save money on your most visited locations. We have more tips for choosing a restaurant loyalty program to help maximize your savings.

Young family enjoying meal In casual restaurant

Our list of dining discounts features local eateries, national chains, and fast food restaurants with modest prices. – DepositPhotos.com

Food deals with a deadline

NOTE: Not all locations offer the same national promotions. As a result, price and participation may vary. It’s always wise to call ahead for verification in your area. We strive to keep up with “limited-time offers,” but deals may end without notice.

(Listed in order by deadline)

Subway (multiple Puget Sound locations) has a great deal. From Feb. 22 to April 14, the sub shop is offering a buy-one-get-one 50% off Footlong sub (of equal or lesser value) at participating locations. The offer is only available online and via its app — use promo code BOGO50. Any extras or add-ons will be additional. Plus, the code is only valid for one-time use per account and is not valid with any additional discounts.

The Cheesecake Factory (Bellevue, Lynnwood, Seattle, Tacoma, Tukwila) purchase a $50 Gift Card online between April 12-15 and you will receive a $15 e-Bonus Card! The Cheesecake Factory Gift Cards and e-Bonus Cards are the perfect gift to give to a loved one or to treat oneself. Please note: Gift Cards and e-Bonus Cards do not expire. Terms and conditions apply.

Burger King (multiple Puget Sound locations) has announced it’s first-ever loyalty program, Royal Perks. Earn Crowns (points) for every $1 spent and FREE food at various reward tier levels — from 250 to 1,400 points. Last time we checked, there is a bonus offer just for signing up — 500 Crowns. To participate: get a Burger King digital account by either downloading and registering via the BK app or visiting bk.com and signing up.

Wendy’s (multiple Puget Sound locations) popular morning menu item, the Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit regularly sells for $3.49 at most locations. From April 1 to May 2, get the Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit for $1.99 — during breakfast hours only. There is no app, coupon or promo code necessary. It’s a savings of nearly 40%. Breakfast hours may vary by location. At most locations, breakfast hours are from 6 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Krispy Kreme (Issaquah, Seattle, Tukwila) is finding new ways to be sweet. As the U.S. continues to increase the number of completed COVID-19 vaccinations across the country, they want to show support for those who choose to get vaccinated. Starting Monday, March 22, anyone who has received at least 1 of the 2 shots of the Moderna or Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine or 1 shot of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine AND who shows their COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card can receive a free Original Glazed® doughnut. That’s a possible 284 free donuts. Fine print: A sticker stating you have received a COVID-19 vaccine does not qualify you for this offer. One (1) Original Glazed® doughnut per day, no purchased required. This offer can be redeemed while in shop or drive-thru. This offer is not available through online ordering nor delivery. Covid-19 Vaccine Offer valid through 12/31/2021 at participating U.S. Krispy Kreme shops with Covid-19 Vaccination Record Card and is subject to product availability.

Free one-year subscription to Food Network Kitchen thru Dec 31

Target (multiple Puget Sound locations) has a recipe for success when it comes to whipping up a home-cooked meal! The big-box retailer is lending a helping hand in the kitchen to its customers. Whether you’re a novice in the kitchen or seasoned chef, everyone loves watching the Food Network for a little culinary inspiration. And everyone is invited to go inside the channel’s kitchen for insider tips and assistance in preparing your family’s next favorite dish. The popular channel not only has a monthly magazine, numerous cook books and line of kitchen products, they also have a go-to, one-stop online source for recipes of all kinds, cooking tips and so much more. And, Target shoppers are eligible to receive a one-year subscription to Food Network Kitchen at no cost — totally FREE. It’s one tasty offer for hungry bargain hunters, as the annual subscription is regularly $39.99. The complimentary subscription is available through Dec. 31. Redeem the offer here: https://www.foodnetwork.com/site/apps/food-network-kitchen/target-offer. Fine Print: The offer is only open to new Food Network Kitchen subscribers and cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion. A payment method is required to sign-up. The complimentary subscription automatically converts to a paid subscription on an annual basis, unless canceled during the one-year trial period. Set a reminder on your phone to cancel in time to avoid any charges. In fact, you can cancel immediately and still access the premium content for the full year at no cost.

Restaurant “family packs” offers savings on meals designed to feed a crowd – DepositPhotos.com

Family Style restaurant meals

(Listed alphabetically by company name)

Feel free email us at info@greaterseattleonthecheap.com if you know of any other “family pack” meals, especially those at smaller, local establishments.

Local restaurants

13 Coins (Bellevue, Seattle, Seatac). FAMILY STYLE DINNERS TO GO. Choose from their popular Breast of Chicken Parmigiana (“The Believer”), served with spaghettini and Caesar salad (4 People $75 or 6 People $110) or Spaghetti & Meatballs, served with garlic bread and Ceasar salad (4 People $65).

Black Angus Steak House (Federal Way, Puyallup) dinners for one or family dinners serving 4 people.

Bourbon Street Bar & Grill in Puyallup offers Family Meals featuring southern favorites such as jambalaya, étouffée, and Cajun chicken. Come in and place your order or call ahead. Prices begin at $28.95-$32.95 and serves 3-4 persons.

Brunello Ristorante (Seattle/Roosevelt) offers a 3-course Italian meal (starter, pasta, house-made dessert) with wine TO GO, serving two for $65.

Mamma Melina (Seattle/UDistrict-Ravenna) traditional Italian menu and pizza Napoletana offers a daily rotating menu of 3-course Family Meals serving 2-3 people for $50 (+ 20% gratuity). Add a bottle of house wine for $19.

Rocket Taco (Seattle/Capitol Hill) Family Takeout Pack ($40) includes 12 handmade tortillas, 1.5lbs of meat or veggie, two large sides of your choice, cilantro, white onion, and a large side of beans.

National Chain restaurants and franchises

KFC (multiple Puget Sound locations) offers the $30 fill up meal serves four with leftovers for a midnight snack or lunch the next day. It comes with eight pieces of chicken (original recipe or extra crispy) and a 12-piece chicken tender, plus large coleslaw, four biscuits, and two large orders of mashed potatoes and gravy.

Panda Express (multiple Puget Sound locations) $29 Family Meal includes Firecracker Chicken Breast, egg rolls, chow mein, and more! (Tax additional and price may vary between participating locations.).

Red Lobster Family Meal Deals (Federal Way, Lynnwood, Silverdale, Tacoma) serve 4 and include a variety of entrée choices, plus two sides and eight Cheddar biscuits. Depending on the entrée selected, prices are $27.77-$41.99. They also offer “Feasts” with an assortment of seafood plus sides and biscuits serving 4-6 people, priced from $45.99-$116.99.

Taco Bell (multiple Puget Sound locations) offers the At-Home Taco Bar. For a limited time, the $25 taco meal kit is available at participating locations, while supplies last, and feeds up to six people. It’s enough ingredients to make 20 tacos. For bargain hunters, it’s a little cheaper than if you bought the tacos directly, but not by much. However, the taco bar will be lots more fun for the family. The kit includes get eight flour tortillas, twelve crunchy taco shells, nacho chips (6-oz.), seasoned beef (30-oz.), as well as shredded lettuce (12-oz.), nacho cheese sauce (8-oz.), beans (6-oz.), shredded cheese (6-oz.), tomatoes (3-oz.), sour cream (5-oz.) And, to top it off, an assortment of hot sauce packets.

Senior couple enjoying fast food meal photo by aletia - Depositphotos.com

Quick, casual restaurants make dining out affordable and fun! – Depositphotos.com

Fast food deals “for a limited time”

(Listed alphabetically by company name)

Applebee’s (multiple Puget Sound locations). Get ready to Surf ‘n’ Turf your way to the popular restaurant for its latest feast of a deal. For a limited time, add a dozen Double Crunch Shrimp to any steak entrée for just $1 at participating locations. For only one buck, crunch on 12 tasty, crispy shrimp — in addition to an already classic meal.

Arby’s (multiple Puget Sound locations) is offering five (5) Classic Roast Beef Sandwich for just $10 at participating locations — making them just $2 each. (Note: You must purchase five sandwiches to get the savings. Otherwise, you’ll pay full-price for a sandwich.) Give the sandwich regularly sells for about $4 at many locations, it’s an amazing deal at roughly 50% off. Even if your family can’t eat all five at once, they’re perfectly good the next day. A quick trip in the microwave and you have a midnight snack or lunch ready to go!

Buffalo Wild Wings (multiple Puget Sound locations) has a BOGO $1 Thursday deal for delivery or pickup. For a limited time, buy one of the selected menu items and get a second item for just $1 at participating locations. You don’t have to buy the same item, so mix-and-match for your own personalized pairing.

Del Taco (Federal Way, Lacey) Dollar Deals Menu offers 15 items for $1 or less at participating locations, including entrées, desserts, and drinks. The line-up includes everything necessary to piece together a perfect little inexpensive lunch or dinner — all for under $5.

Denny’s (multiple Puget Sound locations) is serving up a big breakfast sure to satisfy any famished bargain hunter. The iconic diner is bringing back its Super Slam entrée — with two eggs, two bacon strips, two sausage links, two buttermilk pancakes and hash browns — all for $6.99 ($8.99 in select areas). (No substitutions allowed.) The Super Slam is available all day, as Denny’s always serves breakfast. The offer is available for a limited time. Price and participation may vary.

Domino’s (multiple Puget Sound locations) carryout special offer any three-topping pizza for just $7.99 when ordered online. For the first time, the daily offer now includes wings. The offer is for carry-out only and does not include XL or specialty pizzas.

IHOP (multiple Puget Sound locations) pours on the savings with its popular all-you-can-eat pancakes, back on the menu for a limited time. Enjoy the all-you-can-eat pancakes for FREE with the purchase of a breakfast combo. (The required purchase excludes omelets, as well as the 55+ and Kids Menus.)

Pizza Hut (multiple Puget Sound locations) is offering a large TASTEMAKER pizza with up to 3 toppings for just $10. Another deal to feed a bigger crowd is the Triple Treat Box for $20.99. The meal deal includes: medium 1-topping pizza, 5 breadsticks with marinara and 10 cinnamon sticks with icing. (Purchased separately, it’s about $40 worth of food.) Available for a limited time. You can order for contactless delivery, carryout or curbside pickup.

Red Lobster (Lynnwood, Silverdale, Federal Way, Tacoma) Daily Deals are available all day, every weekday. Enjoy a different seafood meal Mondays through Fridays without breaking the bank. Order To Go or for curbside pickup. Here’s the line-up:

Endless Shrimp Monday’s, mix and match Parrot Isle Jumbo Coconut Shrimp, Walt’s Favorite Shrimp, Garlic Shrimp Scampi, and Wood-Grilled Shrimp Skewers. $17.99* with choice of side.
Two for Tuesday. Get double the deal with two delectable Lobster, Shrimp and Salmon feasts, each served with choice of two sides for only $49.99.*
Steak & Lobster Wednesday. There’s a reason it’s a classic pairing: a wild-caught lobster tail and a 7oz peppercorn-seasoned sirloin, served with 2 sides for just $19.99.*
Throwback Thursday. Get a great price on the classics: Walt’s Favorite Shrimp and a Pepsi product or iced tea for $12.99.* Served with choice of two sides.
Fish Fry Friday. Indulge in hand-battered, wild-caught cod served with fries and coleslaw for only $11.99.* Fry-yay!

Sonic Drive-In (multiple Puget Sound locations) offers specials everyday when you order in their app. They have 1/2 price deals and other offers. Our favorite is 50% off cheeseburgers every Tuesday from 5 p.m. to closing. Review all Sonic Drive-In deals.

Taco Bell offers a Cravings Value Menu every day at participating locations, with select menu items for just $1 each. The line-up changes periodically, so double-check the menu options at your restaurant.

Wendy’s (multiple Puget Sound locations) is offering one of its most popular meal deals again — with lots of food and savings. For a limited time, the chain’s $5 Biggie Bag is back on the menu. The meal includes a burger, nuggets, fries, and drink and represents a savings of about 50%. Prices may vary by location.

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