Tax tips for the April 15 filing deadline
Tax Day is just around the corner and FOX 13’s Craig Patrick shares the latest information ahead of the April 15 deadline.
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This week is Tax Day, and restaurant chains across the country are commemorating the occasion by offering freebies and discounts to their customers.
Whether you’ve already filed your taxes and are waiting for your tax refund, or need to file for a tax extension, customers can still get free or discounted treats at places like Subway, Qdoba, and Krispy Kreme.
Tax day is always April 15th unless that day falls on a weekend or holiday. This year, that day will be Wednesday.
To celebrate the end of the 2026 tax season, here’s where you can grab deals and giveaways on Wednesday.
subway
Subway is offering special offers to Sub Club members on Tax Day. This is free with the purchase of another Footlong Sandwich.
Additionally, 1,040 lucky customers who purchased a sandwich on April 15th using promo code “FLBOGO” will receive an amazing free Footlong coupon that will be credited to their account as a refund. That means both sandwiches are completely free.
The BOGO offer is available through April 28 on the Subway app or website using the promo code “FLBOGO,” the company told USA TODAY.
pot belly
On April 15th, Potbelly customers will receive a free Original Size sandwich or wrap when they purchase a Big or Original size sandwich or wrap.
wendy’s
Wendy’s will offer a free six-piece nugget with any $5 purchase through the Wendy’s app on April 15, the company told USA TODAY.
Qdoba
Qdoba Rewards members can cash in for $5 off full-size entrees this tax season.
Customers can visit www.TaxDayGuacRelief.com to apply for “guac relief” by Wednesday, April 15th at 11:50 PM ET. Qdoba told USA TODAY that the $5 off reward will be dropped into your rewards wallet in the Qdoba app on April 20th after you fill out a quick survey.
This offer is only available to Qdoba Rewards members. If you are a non-member, you can sign up for Qdoba Rewards here.
Popeye
On April 15th, Popeyes is offering customers a 25% off Tax Day 3-item bid combo. It’s available on the Popeyes app or at Popeyes.com.
Meal includes 3 piece tenders, 1 regular side, 1 biscuit, and a drink.
Customers who join the Popeyes loyalty program unlock additional offers that can be paid with Cash App. With your first digital purchase of $10 or more, receive a free chicken sandwich, 2-piece signature chicken, 3-piece tenders, fried pickles, or 6-piece wings.
krispy kreme
On Wednesday, April 15, when Krispy Kreme customers purchase a dozen regular-priced donuts, they’ll get a second Original Glazed donut for free.
This includes in-store, drive-thru, pick-up and delivery orders through the Krispy Kreme app, Krispy Kreme told USA TODAY.
burger king
Burger King isn’t running any promotions specifically related to Tax Day this year, but they are running a Whopper Wednesday sale for customers.
Every Wednesday, you can buy a regular Whopper sandwich for $3.99 or a small Whopper combo meal with small fries and a small drink for $6.99. This promotion is available for in-restaurant and in-app orders only, while supplies last.
Tax Day this year is Wednesday, April 15th.
pizza hut
Starting April 15, Pizza Hut customers will be able to purchase large three-topping pizzas starting at just $10, with a choice of one of three crusts: Hand Tossed, Tavern Style, or Thin and Crispy.
This offer is available in-store, online or via the Pizza Hut app.
smoothie king
On April 15, Smoothie King will offer customers $3 off when they download the Smoothie King app and join the Healthy Rewards loyalty program.
jersey mike’s sub
Starting Monday, April 13, customers will be able to get the Boardwalk Bundle at Jersey Mike’s Subs stores nationwide. Starting at $10.99, this bundle includes Jersey Shore’s #2 favorite subs, chips, and drinks.
Penn Station East Coast Substation
On April 15, Penn Station customers will be able to purchase a small subwoofer for $5.99 using the code “TAX26” (limit 5 per order).
grab hub
GrubHub will give back $100,000 in Grubhub credits to diners who pay through the 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 a chance to receive a $20 Grubhub credit, Grubhub told USA TODAY.
olive garden
Olive Garden has reinstated its Buy One, Take One promotion through May 3, the company told USA TODAY.
Customers can order from a selection of entrees and a second chilled entree to-go starting at $14.99. This offer is available for dine-in, takeout and delivery.
taco john’s
On April 15th, Taco John’s Rewards members will be able to earn a free small order of Potato Ole with any purchase of $3 or more. Redeemable through the Taco John’s app or online ordering.
blue buffalo
Ahead of tax day, Blue Buffalo is offering dog parents the chance to earn a $1,000 credit towards Love Made Fresh, the brand’s new dog food.
Dog parents can visit BlueBuffaloDogTaxCredit.com to “claim” their dog as a “Dog Pendant” and enter for a chance to earn a credit.
tacos
Del Taco is offering customers a free snack taco with any $5 purchase, a BOGO sale on crispy fish tacos, and $1 grilled chicken tacos on Tax Day.
More Tax Day sales and discounts
Here are some more fast food and sit-down restaurants offering Tax Day deals.
- Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburger is offering customers with the Freddy’s Rewards app 250 bonus points on purchases made on April 15th. These points can be redeemed on future Freddy’s orders via drive-thru, in-restaurant, pickup, or delivery.
- california tortilla is offering customers free chips and small orders of queso. Customers can claim their benefits in-store using the secret password “Government Cheese” at checkout or online using the code “GOVCHEESE.”
- huddle house is offering 2x points on every purchase for Huddle Rewards members every Tuesday through April 15th.
- Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop will offer Capriotti’s Rewards members a free combo upgrade with the purchase of a subwoofer on April 15th. Rewards members can scan the app in-store and apply rewards to online or app orders.
- Gigi’s Coffee is offering all customers who make an in-store purchase on April 15 a $2 “bounce back” coupon for their next visit.
- mountain mike’s pizza On April 15th, Mountain Rewards members will receive $10 off their minimum purchase of $40.
- kona grill is offering $10.40 appetizers to dine-in guests throughout the day at all locations on Tax Day.
- Grimaldi’s pizza is offering $10.40 off purchases of $40 or more all day long on April 15th. This offer is available for dine-in, take-out, and online orders using code “TAXDAY26.”
- dickey’s barbecue is offering customers $10 off orders of $50 or more using the code “WRITEOFF.” This deal will be available exclusively online and on the Dickey app on April 14th and 15th.
- sony’s barbecue will offer customers a $10.99 St. Louis Rib Dinner on April 15th. This offer is available all day for dine-in, takeout, drive-thru and online orders.
- portillo’s Portillo’s Perks members will receive $1 off cake with any purchase of $5 or more from April 13th to 15th.
- BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse is offering customers $10 off on purchases of $40 or more on April 15th.
- Maple Street Biscuit Company is offering a bonus bonus to its customers on April 15th. Customers who dine on April 15 and provide proof of the promotion (such as a social media post, email, or screenshot of an article) will receive three free bonus biscuit-doughnut hybrids.
- checkers & rallies is offering Big Buford to customers for just $3 from April 14-15.
- hook is offering a buy one get one 50% off sale on Private Selection Frozen Meals from April 15th to April 22nd.
- church’s tea chicken is offering Real Rewards members an 8-piece thigh order for just $4.99 on April 15th. The offer is available to members in the U.S. who sign up by April 15 and can be redeemed on the Church’s Texas Chicken app, churches.com, or in-restaurant after checking in with the in-app QR code.
- Taco Cabana is offering 15% off all purchases for Rewards Members on April 15th.
- shipley donuts is offering customers six glazed donuts for $4.15 from Friday, April 10th through Wednesday, April 15th. This offer is valid in-store only and is limited to one offer per guest.
- paris baguette is offering PB Rewards members a free pastry with the purchase of a drink on April 15th.
- white castle is offering customers 15% off their orders using the code “WC15OFF.” This offer is valid from April 13th to 17th.
Gabe Hauari is USA TODAY’s national trends news reporter. You can follow him at X @gabehauari Or email Gdhauari@gannett.com.
