Are finances tight after paying Uncle Sam this week?
Restaurants have Tax Day deals to help you afford to eat out. Here’s a look at some of this year’s options.
BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse
On April 15, customers can get $10 off any purchase of $40 or more.
Buca di Beppo
Through April 19, Buca di Beppo customers who buy one pasta can get one for free. The offer applies to dine-in, carryout, and delivery orders placed at dineatbuca.com. Ask for “TAXPASTABOGO” when ordering in the restaurant or enter it as the promo code at checkout when ordering online.
Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop
Capriotti’s Rewards members can get a free combo upgrade with the purchase of any sub on April 15. Rewards members can scan the app in-store or apply the reward to their online or app order.
Checkers & Rally’s
On April 14 and April 15, Checkers & Rally’s restaurants will serve the Big Buford hamburger for $3.
Fazoli’s
The chain is offering rewards members a BOGO baked spaghetti deal at participating locations on April 15.
Grubhub
Grubhub is giving back $100,000 in Grubhub credit to diners who paid fees on any food delivery app in 2025 with Grubhub Fee Return.
Customers can visit www.GrubhubFeeReturn.com and upload a 2025 receipt from any delivery app for the chance to receive $20 in Grubhub credit.
Hooters
On April 15, dine-in customers can order $4.15 Burgers with a side, $2.50 American Drafts and free Kids’ Meals.
The burgers come with a choice of baked beans or coleslaw.
One free Kids’ Meal comes with the purchase of an adult entree. Kids’ Meals choices include Wings, Hamburger, Grilled Cheese or Boneless Wings, all served with fries. The offer is valid for guests 12 and younger.
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Jinya Ramen Bar
Every Tuesday in April brings tax relief at Jinya Ramen Bar.
Guests who dine in at participating locations can skip the sales tax on their meal by simply saying the phrase “tax-free” when ordering on April 14, April 21 and April 28. Alcohol is excluded.
Kona Grill
On April 15, Kona Grill will serve all of its starters for $10.40 each.
Kona Ice
Kona Ice trucks will give free Shaved Ice on April 15.
Indiana locations and giveaway hours are:
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Krispy Kreme
On April 15, Krispy Kreme customers who purchase any dozen doughnuts at regular price can get a second Original Glazed dozen for free.
The offer applies to purchases made in-shop and through the drive-thru as well as orders for pick-up or delivery through the Krispy Kreme app.
Penn Station East Coast Subs
On April 15, Penn Station customers can get any small sub for $5.99 using code “TAX26,” limit five per order.
Pizza Hut
On April 15, Pizza Hut customers can get a large three-topping pizza starting at $10 on their choice of one of three crusts – Hand Tossed, Tavern Style or Thin ‘N Crispy.
The offer is available in-store, online or via the Pizza Hut app.
Popeyes
On April 15, customers ordering on the Popeyes app or through Popeyes.com cand get a 25% off Tax Day three-piece tenders combo. The meal includes a three-piece tenders, one regular side, one biscuit and a drink.
Portillo’s
Through April 15, Portillo’s Perks members can get any slice of cake for $1 with a purchase of $5 or more.
Potbelly
Potbelly is providing a Buy One, Get One Free promotion on April 15.
Customers can get a free Original size sandwich or wrap with the purchase of any Big or Original size sandwich or wrap.
Access this promotion through the Potbelly app or on potbelly.com by using the promo code “BOGO” at checkout.
Qdoba
Qdoba, which gives its customers free guac, will give Rewards Members $5 off a full-sized entree for taking a short survey about a time they had to pay extra for quac someplace else.
The survey must be completed by 11:59 p.m. Eastern time on April 15. The $5 off offer will be loaded on the customer’s Rewards Wallet on April 20, and will be good through April 26.
Smoothie King
On April 15, Smoothie King is offering customers $3 off when they join their Healthy Rewards loyalty program by downloading the Smoothie King app.
STK Steakhouse
On April 15, STK will have bites, such as calamari and its signature Lil’ BRGs for $10.40.
Subway
Subway is offering Sub Club members a free footlong sandwich with the purchase of another footlong on Tax Day.
Additionally, 1,040 customers who purchase a sandwich on April 15 using the promo code “FLBOGO” will receive a surprise free footlong coupon deposited into their account as a refund, meaning both sandwiches would be completely free.
The BOGO offer is available through April 28 on the Subway app or website using promo code “FLBOGO.”
Taco John’s
Rewards members can get a free small Potato Olés with any April 15 purchase of at least $3, redeemable through the Taco John’s app or online ordering.
Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee
Travelin’ Tom’s trucks will give away Free Frozen Beverages of the customer’s choice.
Indiana locations and giveaway hours are:
White Castle
Through April 17, customers can get 15% off their order using code “WC15OFF.”
Ziggi’s Coffee
Ziggi’s Coffee is giving every guest a $2 Bounce Back coupon on April 15 with any in-store purchase. No sign-ups, app or extra steps are required.
The offer is valid April 16-22.
Contributing: Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY.
Contact reporter Cheryl V. Jackson at cheryl.jackson@indystar.com or 317-444-6264. Follow her on X.com:@cherylvjackson or Bluesky:@cherylvjackson.bsky.social.
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