Contrary to popular belief, National Dessert Day is not a storied federal holiday, and was in fact only recently created by a PR firm? But who’s quibbling over its bonafides when they have the chance to get some sweet deals on some sweet treats? This year’s National Dessert Day is tomorrow, Oct. 14. Here are some of the best free (or cheap) deals to indulge on.
Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers
Get a free: Original Double Steakburger or Regular Concrete sundae
How to qualify: Download the mobile app (first-time customers only).
Corner Bakery
Get a kind of free: Treat with purchase
How to qualify: You need to have been a Corner Bakery loyalty rewards member by Oct. 12. And the deal is at participating locations only.
McAlister’s Deli
Buy one get one free: Any dessert
How to qualify: Become a loyalty member and can choose any dessert while ordering in-store or online using rewards code DESSERT1014. This offer is only valid on Oct. 14.
Bob Evans
Get a free: Banana Nut Hotcakes
How to qualify: Sign up for the Bob Evan’s app (first-time customers only). Deal runs through Oct. 16.
Potbelly Sandwich Shop
Sort of free with purchase of an entree: Dream bar or cookie of your choice
How to qualify: Become a Potbelly Perks member. Your qualifying entree can be any sandwich, whole salad, soup, or Pick Your Pair.
Sweet Paris Creperie & Cafe
Get a free: Nutella crepe
How to qualify: You need to be a Sweet Passport Rewards member. The deal starts today and runs through Oct. 14.
Jollibee
Buy one get one free: Peach Mango Pie
How to qualify: In-store only through Oct. 25.
Friendly’s
Get a free: Medium sundae
How to qualify: Join the Sweet Rewards Club.
Pieology
Sort of free with purchase: M&M cookie with purchase of at least $10
How to qualify: Only at participating locations, and you need to be a loyalty program member. The deal runs Oct. 13 to 16.
Jack in the Box
Sort of free with purchase: 5-piece order of churros with purchase of a Basic Witch Shake
How to qualify: Use code “ACTUALLYFALL” through Oct. 31