12+ Restaurants Offering Free Birthday Meals

Birthdays are meant to be celebrated — and what’s better than enjoying free food on your special day? Many popular restaurants offer complimentary meals or treats to help you celebrate in style. Here are some spots where you can score a delicious birthday freebie.

Start your morning with IHOP’s famous pancakes. By signing up for their rewards program, you can enjoy a free stack to kick off your birthday breakfast. Denny’s also joins the celebration with a free “Grand Slam” breakfast — just show your ID to claim it.

If you’re craving something savory, Ruby Tuesday offers a choice between a free burger or their fresh garden bar entree for rewards members. Meanwhile, Qdoba celebrates you with a free burrito when you join their loyalty program.

Coffee lovers can head to Starbucks for a free birthday drink of any size, while Dunkin’ Donuts keeps the caffeine flowing with a complimentary medium beverage for email subscribers.

For something hearty, Red Robin gives rewards members a free burger, and Hooters serves up free wings — valid even up to a week after your birthday.

Sweet tooth? Dairy Queen offers a free Blizzard, and Krispy Kreme rewards you with a warm original glazed donut when you sign up.

Seafood and sandwich fans aren’t left out either — Joe’s Crab Shack gives a free appetizer, and Firehouse Subs offers a free sub for rewards members.

Finally, wrap up your morning right with Waffle House’s free birthday waffle — the perfect way to start a tasty celebration.