Best Trick or Treat Halloween Restaurant Deals

The Best Halloween Freebies & Kids-Eat-Free Offers for 2025

Halloween restaurant deals can seriously cut dinner costs when you’re juggling costumes, candy, and trick-or-treating. On (and around) October 31, many chains offer free food on Halloween, kids-eat-free promos, BOGO entrées, and fun Halloween pizza deals. We update this page each October as brands announce offers so you can nab the best Halloween freebies fast. Want a national pulse on trends? Outlets like USA Today and Today routinely cover Halloween dining promos; we verify each offer directly in restaurant apps or press releases before it appears here. For broader industry context, see the National Restaurant Association.

Confirmed Halloween Food Deals for 2025

Availability varies by location—always check your local store page or app before you go.

• Baskin-Robbins: 31% off all scoops for Baskin-Robbins Rewards members on Fri, Oct 31 (Celebrate 31 promo; app/rewards required). Tip: October also features limited-time Halloween flavors—peek in the app for extra member promos.
• Krispy Kreme: Wear a costume and get a free doughnut on Sat, Oct 25 and Fri, Oct 31 (no purchase required; shop participation varies). New “Trick or Treat!” Halloween dozen is available now in a themed box.
• White Castle (Craver Nation Rewards): Five Days of Deals from Mon, Oct 27 – Fri, Oct 31:
  • Oct 27: Free small fry
  • Oct 28: Free 6-piece Chicken Rings with purchase
  • Oct 29: Free Dessert On-a-Stick with purchase
  • Oct 30: $2 off a 10-sack of Sliders
  • Oct 31: BOGO free combo

  Bonus: $5 off any Crave Case of 30 Sliders with promo code BOO from Oct 29–31 (enter in-app at checkout; participating locations).

• Paris Baguette (PB Rewards): Free pastry with any beverage purchase on Fri, Oct 31. Check the PB Rewards app for the offer tile and details (in-store participation may vary).
• Jack in the Box: Seasonal Monster-sized Halloween meal with Monster Tacos, Monster Mozzarella Stick, nuggets, curly fries, drink + limited-edition color-changing Halloween cup (see app for availability).
• 7-Eleven / Speedway / Stripes (7Rewards/Speedy Rewards): BOGO whole pizza Oct 30–31 in-store or via 7NOW Delivery (loyalty required; select stores).
• Chipotle (Chipotle Rewards): “Chip-or-Treat” weekly rewards through Oct 30 when you buy an entrée and scan Rewards (treat emailed; valid five days). Boorito returns on Fri, Oct 31 with an in-restaurant entrée offer—full details to be announced.
• McDonald’s: Boo Buckets return to Happy Meals starting Tue, Oct 21 (while supplies last) with new 2025 designs.
• Applebee’s: $6 Spooky Sips are back for October, now with optional $2 color-changing “Vibe Drops” add-ons (21+; participating locations).

Likely to Return in 2025 (Watchlist)

Based on previous seasons, these chains often run Halloween promos. We’ll move any that get official 2025 pages into the Confirmed section above.

Convenience, Coffee, & Treats

• 7-Eleven: BOGO whole pizzas for 7Rewards/Speedy Rewards; slice + drink deals on Halloween.
• Krispy Kreme: Halloween doughnuts; costume freebie days (see confirmed above).
• Dunkin’: Seasonal Spider Donut + Halloween drink tie-ins.
• Baskin-Robbins: “31” day discount noted above; watch app for add’l member offers.
• Peet’s Coffee: Sitewide discounts/free shipping; subscriber specials.
• The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf: BOGO coffee + free decorated cookie.
• Voodoo Doughnut: Free Halloween doughnut in costume (select locations/years).

Pizza & Italian

• California Pizza Kitchen (CPK): App/rewards BOGO pizza deals.
• Casey’s: Jack-O-Lantern pizza + promo code around Halloween.
• Papa Johns: Jack-O’-Lantern pizzas (online/app/in-store).
• Pizza Hut: Seasonal bundles (e.g., Halloween boxes).
• Marco’s Pizza: October pizza codes.
• Pieology: Double Perks day on Oct. 31.
• Pie Five Pizza: BOGO personal pizzas (BYO/Signature).
• Domino’s: Occasional Halloween tie-ins.

Fast Casual & Sandwiches

• Chipotle: Boorito often runs 3pm–close on Oct. 31 (watch app for 2025 specifics); see Chip-or-Treat in Confirmed.
• QDOBA: BOO-GO (buy entrée + drink, get a second entrée free) for rewards members.
• Moe’s Southwest Grill: BOGO entrées for rewards members.
• Firehouse Subs: Free kids’ combo in costume with purchase (varies by year).
• Subway: Footlong promo codes around Halloween.
• Jersey Mike’s: Email-subscriber exclusive Halloween deal.
• Quiznos: BOGO 50% off regular subs with promo code.
• Schlotzsky’s: October catering deals.
• Potbelly: Double points on Halloween via rewards.
• Which Wich: Free cookie with Wich purchase (Vibe Club).
• Blimpie: BOGO regular subs (rewards).

Burgers, Chicken & BBQ

• Burger King: “Monster Menu” seasonal lineup and app fun (watch for daily treats).
• Wendy’s: Boo! Books fundraiser + Halloween kids’ meal toys; app deals may appear during Halloween week.
• McDonald’s: Boo Buckets confirmed (see above) + Monopoly returns Oct 6 (app offers vary).
• Buffalo Wild Wings: Ongoing BOGO/free wing promos rotate in-app; watch for Halloween-week bundles.
• Raising Cane’s: Free kids’ combo with purchase for Caniac Club (select dates).
• KFC: Free kids’ meal with qualifying purchase for rewards members on Oct. 31.
• Popeyes: Free sweet treat promos have appeared on Oct. 31.
• Slim Chickens: Kids eat free for Slimthusiast members (10 & under) on Halloween.
• Wings and Rings: Kids in costume eat free with purchase (participating).
• Wingstop: $0 delivery fee on Halloween (varies).
• Dickey’s Barbecue Pit: Halloween promo codes; catering discounts.

Family Dining & “Kids Eat Free”

• IHOP: Scary Face pancakes often return; watch app/local store page for 2025 free-kids details.
• Friendly’s: Kids eat free with adult entrée; bounce-back sundae coupon (many years).
• Applebee’s: $6 “Spooky Sips” return (21+; see Confirmed above).
• O’Charley’s: Kids eat free with purchase (select locations).
• Red Robin: “Monster Mondays” in October (discounts on shakes/margs/burgers upgrades; dine-in).

Tex-Mex & Grill

• Chili’s: $5 “Fangtastic ’Rita” month-long; app-only dessert deals have appeared.
• Rubio’s Coastal Grill: Rewards burrito promos around Halloween.
• Chronic Tacos: Free churro bites for rewards members (select years).
• On The Border: Discounted catering and Fajita Feast offers.
• Bar Louie & The Brass Tap: Halloween cocktails/drafts; half-off drink with costume has appeared.

Bowls, Salads & Healthy

• Noodles & Company: Rewards-member Halloween offer.
• Playa Bowls: Rewards bounce-back on fall menu buys.
• Jamba: BOGO Pumpkin Smoothies (rewards).
• Smoothie King: In-app discounts on smoothie bowls.
• Pokeworks: Free dessert or Spam Musubi with entrée + code (online/app).

Deli, Bakery & Sweets

• McAlister’s Deli: Double points days around Halloween (loyalty).
• The Cheesecake Factory: Delivery tie-ins (e.g., free slice via partner promos in past years).
• Tiff’s Treats: Halloween sitewide discount with code (varies).
• Johnny Rockets: Free chocolate chip cookie with in-store purchase.
• Granite City Brewery: Rewards discounts around Halloween.
• Paris Baguette: Halloween cakes; PB Rewards pastry freebie noted above.

Arcades, Entertainment & Retail Events

• Chuck E. Cheese: Boo-tacular freebies/bonus tickets (costume promos common).
• Dave & Buster’s: Free play + discounted food/drink bundles.
• Bass Pro Shops: Great Pumpkin Celebration—photos, crafts, costume parades/trick-or-treat (dates vary).

How to Maximize Halloween Restaurant Deals

1. Join rewards now: Many free food on Halloween promos require apps/loyalty. Sign up early so offers appear automatically.
2. Stack smart: Most apps allow one offer per order. If you want multiple deals, split orders or use separate accounts (where allowed).
3. Know the clock: Common windows are 3pm–close or 4–10pm. Mobile-order early pickup to skip lines.
4. Confirm participation: Not all locations opt in. Check the store’s page in the app before you drive.
5. Costume rules: Some offers are costume required. Bring a simple accessory (hat/headband) just in case.
6. Dinner + dessert strategy: Pair a kids-eat-free entrée with a free cookie/doughnut promo for a complete, low-cost night.
7. Plan your route: Combine pickups near your trick-or-treat path to save time (and keep food warm).

Halloween Restaurant Deals FAQ

When do Halloween restaurant deals usually go live?

Most brands announce offers in the last two weeks of October and run them on October 31. Some launch early and a few extend through the following weekend.

Do I have to wear a costume to get the deal?

Sometimes. Many Halloween freebies are app-only and don’t require a costume; others specifically say “wear a costume for a free item.” We’ll label those details as we add each offer.

Are these deals available for delivery?

Often yes—especially when placed through a brand’s app. Third-party delivery (DoorDash, Uber Eats, Grubhub) may have separate promo codes or minimums.

Can I use coupons with Halloween promos?

Usually no; most restaurant apps allow one offer per order. If you see a “BOGO + free dessert” stack, it’s an exception and we’ll call it out.

Methodology & Sources

We compile Halloween food deals by monitoring brand press rooms, apps, email lists, and credible media. We link to official restaurant sites above for verification and cite national coverage from sources like USA Today, Today, and the National Restaurant Association. Offers vary by location and may change without notice.

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We verify and update Halloween restaurant deals each October. Have a confirmed offer to add? Drop it in the comments so we can post it for everyone.