Father’s Day Dining Deals & Gift Card Offers 2026

Father’s Day is Sunday, June 21, 2026 — and restaurants are pulling out all the stops! Whether you want to take Dad out for a special meal or grab a gift card deal he can use all summer long, there are some seriously good offers this year. I’ve rounded up every confirmed Father’s Day dining deal and gift card promotion I could find, split into two easy sections so you can find exactly what you need.

Offers are available at participating locations only. Always confirm with your local restaurant or app before heading out — terms can change quickly around the holiday.

Table of Contents

• Father’s Day Gift Card Bonus Deals
• Father’s Day Restaurant Dining Specials
• Tips to Save More This Father’s Day
• Frequently Asked Questions

“Take dad out to eat for less when you take advantage of father’s day dining deals and bonus gift card deals. I also use these times to grab deals to places we patronize year round — saving me money right off the top! Just make sure you note the terms of bonuses so you don’t let them go to waste!” — Stacy

🎁 Father’s Day Gift Card Bonus Deals 2026

Gift cards are one of the smartest ways to treat Dad — especially when restaurants throw in a free bonus card with your purchase. Stock up now and Dad can keep enjoying his favorites all summer. Deals are sorted alphabetically.

Applebee’s

• Buy a $50 Applebee’s gift card and get a FREE $10 bonus gift card through June 28, 2026. Bonus card expires August 2, 2026.

Auntie Anne’s

• Buy $25 in Auntie Anne’s gift cards and get $5 in Rewards through June 13, 2026. Rewards are valid through July 31, 2026.

BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse

• Get a $10 Bonus Card when you buy a $50 eGift Card through June 21, 2026. Bonus Card valid June 22 – July 13, 2026.

Bonefish Grill

• Spend $50 in Bonefish Grill gift cards and receive a $10 Bonus Card through June 21, 2026. Bonus card valid June 22 – August 23, 2026.
• Valid at Bloomin’ Brands restaurant locations in the United States.

Bruegger’s Bagels

• Get 20% off Bruegger’s e-Gift Cards when purchased online through June 23, 2026.

Buffalo Wild Wings

• Buy $50 in Buffalo Wild Wings gift cards and get a $10 eBonus through June 21, 2026. Limit 4 per person.

Carrabba’s Italian Grill

• Spend $50 in Carrabba’s gift cards and get a $10 Bonus Card through June 21, 2026. Bonus card valid June 22 – August 23, 2026.
• Valid at Bloomin’ Brands restaurant locations.

The Cheesecake Factory

• Buy $100 in Cheesecake Factory gift cards online and get a $20 bonus card through June 21, 2026.

Chili’s

• Get a free $10 bonus card with the purchase of $50 in Chili’s gift cards.

Cinnabon

• Buy $25 in Cinnabon gift cards and get $5 in Rewards through June 13, 2026. Rewards valid through July 31, 2026.
• Reward Code must be unlocked in the Cinnabon app to redeem.

Cold Stone Creamery

• Get a $5 Bonus eCard when you buy a $25 Cold Stone Creamery gift card online through June 30, 2026.

Denny’s

• Buy a $25 Denny’s Gift Card online and get a $5 Bonus Coupon through June 21, 2026.

IHOP

• Buy a $25 IHOP Gift Card online and get a $5 Bonus Gift Card through June 28, 2026.

Jamba

• Buy $25 in Jamba gift cards and get $5 in Rewards through June 21, 2026. Reward valid through July 21, 2026.

McAlister’s Deli

• Spend $25 in McAlister’s Deli gift cards and get a $5 Reward through June 21, 2026.

Moe’s Southwest Grill

• Spend $25 in Moe’s Southwest Grill gift cards and get a $5 Reward through June 13, 2026.

Outback Steakhouse

• Buy $50 in Outback Steakhouse gift cards and get a $10 Bonus Card through June 21, 2026. Bonus card valid June 22 – August 23, 2026.
• Valid at Bloomin’ Brands restaurant locations.

Panda Express

• Buy $30 in Panda Express gift cards online and receive an $8 Bonus Card through June 21, 2026. Bonus Card valid through July 31, 2026.

QDOBA

• Buy $50 in QDOBA digital gift cards and get a $10 Bonus through June 30, 2026.

Red Lobster

• Buy $25 in Red Lobster gift cards and get a $5 Bonus Coupon through June 28, 2026. Coupon valid with a minimum $40 purchase.

Red Robin

• Buy a $50 Red Robin gift card online and receive a $10 Bonus Buck through June 21, 2026.

Ruby Tuesday

• Get a $10 Bonus Card when you buy a $50 Ruby Tuesday Gift Card through June 21, 2026.

Schlotzsky’s

• Buy $25 in Schlotzsky’s gift cards and get $5 in Rewards through June 13, 2026.

Subway

• Buy $25 in Subway gift cards and get a FREE 6″ sub through June 30, 2026.

Texas Roadhouse

• Get a $10 Bonus eGift Card for every $50 in Texas Roadhouse gift cards purchased online through June 23, 2026.

🍽️ Father’s Day Restaurant Dining Specials 2026

Want to take Dad out for a meal instead? Several restaurants are rolling out special menus, freebies, and day-of discounts on June 21. Here’s what’s confirmed so far.

7-Eleven

• Get $10 off any order of $20 or more on June 21, 2026 using promo code FORDAD at checkout on the 7NOW Delivery app.

Aroma Joe’s

• Dads get a FREE 24-ounce beverage on June 21, 2026. No purchase necessary. Valid in-store only at participating locations.
• Find an Aroma Joe’s near you.

BJ’s Restaurants

• Dads dining in on June 21 will receive a limited edition pint glass, while supplies last.
• Rewards members who dine in on June 21 will receive a 20% VIP discount on future dine-in orders, loaded to their loyalty account. Valid June 23 – July 13, 2026, once per day.

Buca di Beppo

• All dads who dine in on Father’s Day receive a FREE ½ lb World Famous Meatball.
• Find a location near you at bucadibeppo.com.

Buffalo’s Cafe

• Dad can enjoy the Canyon Burger with French fries or tumbleweed chips for $10 on June 21, 2026. Valid at participating locations.

Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop

• Loyalty members who purchase any American Wagyu sub on Father’s Day will receive a free combo upgrade with chips and a drink.
• Order at capriottis.com.

Carolina Ale House

• Dads enjoy a FREE Varsity Cheeseburger on Father’s Day, June 21, 2026, at participating NC, FL, and TN locations. Valid for dine-in only while supplies last.
• Find a Carolina Ale House near you.

Carvel

• Treat Dad to a Fudgie The Whale Ice Cream Cake, plus add a 4-pack of Fudgie Pops for just $9.99, available June 9–21, 2026.
• Find a Carvel near you.

Chipotle

• Chipotle Rewards members get a free regular side or topping of Cilantro Lime Sauce with an entrée purchase from June 15–21, 2026, online, in-app, or in-restaurant.
• Not yet a rewards member? Enroll before June 20 to have the offer loaded to your wallet.
• Order at chipotle.com.

Dave & Buster’s

• On June 21, Dave & Buster’s is hosting Dad Games — a family arcade showdown where dads and their crew team up. The event includes unlimited food: pepperoni and cheese pizza, smashed burger sliders, crispy chicken bites, garlic butter pretzel sticks, fries, and fruit.
• Winners can earn FREE D&B gameplay for a year! Valid June 21 only.
• Find a Dave & Buster’s near you.

Del Taco

• Get 20% off orders of $10 or more at Del Taco from June 20–21, 2026.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit

• Get 15% off online orders of $75 or more from June 18–21, 2026 using promo code DAD85 at checkout on their website or app.
• Order at dickeys.com.

Dunkin’

• Dunkin’ Rewards members earn 100 bonus points when they order at the drive-thru or order ahead through the app from June 20–21, 2026, at participating locations.
• Order ahead at dunkindonuts.com.

Fazoli’s

• Treat Dad to a free Regular Fettuccine Alfredo or Spaghetti with Meat Sauce or Marinara with any entrée purchase from June 19–23, 2026, using code Father26.
• Order at fazolis.com.

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers

• Freddy’s Rewards app users can score a mini Cookie Dough Overload Concrete for $2.99 on June 21, 2026. Redeem once via drive-thru, dine-in, pickup, or delivery.
• Find a Freddy’s near you.

Fuzzy’s Taco Shop

• Celebrate Dad all Father’s Day weekend with Fuzzy’s limited-time Viva Los Tacos menu, featuring Honey Chipotle Shrimp Tacos for $4.65 and Fiery Citrus Carnitas Tacos for $3.70.
• Locations will be showing soccer tournament matches throughout the weekend — a great excuse to skip the cooking and let Dad kick back.
• Drink specials include a $5 Michelob Ultra Draft or an $8 Casamigos Margarita served in limited-edition souvenir cups. Must be 21+.
• Fuzzy’s Rewards members can also take advantage of the Summer Fridays program (June 5 – August 28): earn a free burrito after 7 qualifying Friday visits and an exclusive Summer Fridays T-shirt after 10 visits. Requires a $5 minimum purchase on Fridays with your Rewards account active.
• Find a Fuzzy’s Taco Shop near you.

Golden Corral

• Rewards Members who dine on Father’s Day will receive $5 off their next purchase of $25 or more, valid June 22 – July 3, 2026.
• Scan your Rewards QR code or upload your receipt in the Rewards app within 3 days of your visit to redeem. Offer valid once, dine-in or To Go.

Happy Joe’s Pizza & Ice Cream

• Participating locations will offer either a “Dads Eat Free” promotion with the purchase of an adult buffet, or a free small dessert pizza with the purchase of any large pizza. Check with your local Happy Joe’s for exact offer and availability.
• Find a Happy Joe’s near you.

Huddle House

• Huddle House loyalty members get a free slice of pie or a fried waffle basket from June 19–21, 2026.
• Find a Huddle House near you.

Hurricane Grill & Wings

• Dads save $5 off a purchase of $35 or more on June 21, 2026, using code DAD2026. Valid for dine-in or takeout; excludes third-party delivery. One-time use. Not valid with other promotions.
• Find a Hurricane Grill & Wings near you.

Jason’s Deli

• Deli Dollars Rewards members receive a free dessert with purchase on June 21, 2026, at participating locations.
• Order at jasonsdeli.com.

Marco’s Pizza

• Order a NEW NY Style Pizza starting at $13.99 (extra-large 16″, six foldable slices, thin-stretched fresh dough, crushed tomato sauce, deli-style pepperoni) with code GETNY. Valid for a limited time. ($16.99 in CA, CO, and Las Vegas — use code GETNY2 in those markets.)
• Get a Pepperoni Magnifico Pizza for $12.99 with code DADSDAY26 — made with fresh never-frozen dough, original tomato sauce, three-cheese blend, and Old World pepperoni.
• Score Medium 1-Topping Pizzas for $8.99 each with code FUTBOL26, no purchase limit, through July 19, 2026. Perfect for a Father’s Day World Cup watch party!
• Order at marcos.com.

Morton’s The Steakhouse

• Morton’s is offering a special Father’s Day menu featuring Wagyu Beef Dumplings, a 16-oz Cajun Ribeye, and thick-cut onion rings with Black Truffle Aioli.
• Make a reservation at mortons.com.

Native Grill & Wings

• Save $10 off orders of $60 or more on Father’s Day using promo code DAD2026 at checkout online or in the app.

Outback Steakhouse

• Outback is serving a special Dad’s Day Menu from June 17–21, 2026 at participating locations.
• See the Dad’s Day Menu at outback.com.

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery

• Perkins is serving a Burger, Fries & Pie meal for just $10.99 for Father’s Day. Offer valid dine-in only.

Ponderosa & Bonanza Steakhouse

• Celebrate Father’s Day with a premium buffet for $19.99 (or $18.99 for seniors) on June 21, 2026.

TCBY

• Dads get their first 6 oz of frozen yogurt FREE on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at participating TCBY locations.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

• National Smoothie Day falls on Father’s Day this year! Reward members get a FREE 24 oz smoothie with the purchase of a Tropic Bowl or any food purchase on June 21, 2026.
• Don’t miss our full National Smoothie Day Deals 2026 post for more!

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💡 Tips to Save More This Father’s Day

A few ways to stack your savings and get the most out of these deals:

• Download apps before you go. Most gift card bonuses and day-of dining deals require a restaurant rewards account. Sign up free in advance so you’re not scrambling at the restaurant.
• Check local participation. Nearly all of these are franchise-based, meaning your local location may or may not be participating. A quick call or check of the app before making a trip saves headaches.
• Buy gift cards for future visits. The bonus card deals are a smart buy even if you’re not eating out on Father’s Day itself — stock up and use the bonus cards through the summer.
• Stack grocery store gift card promos. Stores like Harris Teeter and Food Lion sometimes offer fuel points or grocery discounts when you buy restaurant gift cards — double-dipping is totally legit!
• Don’t overlook the app delivery codes. The 7-Eleven FORDAD code on the 7NOW app is easy money — $10 off a $20 order is 50% off essentially nothing.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

When is Father’s Day 2026?

Father’s Day 2026 falls on Sunday, June 21. This year it also coincides with National Smoothie Day, so there are extra deals floating around!

Which restaurants give free food on Father’s Day?

In 2026, confirmed freebies include a free ½ lb meatball at Buca di Beppo, a free Varsity Cheeseburger at Carolina Ale House, a free 24 oz beverage at Aroma Joe’s, a free 6 oz frozen yogurt at TCBY, a free dessert with purchase at Jason’s Deli (rewards), a free waffle basket or pie slice at Huddle House (rewards), a free combo upgrade at Capriotti’s (rewards), and a free 24 oz smoothie at Tropical Smoothie Cafe (rewards). Dave & Buster’s is offering unlimited food as part of their Dad Games event on June 21.

What are the best gift card deals for Father’s Day?

Some of the top gift card bonus deals this year include $10 bonus with $50 at Applebee’s, Buffalo Wild Wings, Chili’s, Outback Steakhouse, BJ’s Restaurant, Carrabba’s, and Bonefish Grill, plus a $20 bonus with $100 at The Cheesecake Factory. Most bonus cards are valid through the summer, so they make a great extended gift.

Do I need to be a rewards member to get these deals?

Several deals — especially the dining specials at BJ’s, Golden Corral, and Tropical Smoothie Cafe — do require a free rewards account. Most are free to join. It’s worth signing up before June 21 so you’re ready to redeem.

Are these deals available nationwide?

Most deals are at participating locations only. National chains often have franchise locations that opt in or out independently. Always confirm with your specific location before making plans.

Can I use a gift card bonus on Father’s Day itself?

In most cases, the bonus cards are not valid on Father’s Day — they’re designed for a future visit. For example, the BJ’s Bonus Card is valid June 22 onward, and the Outback/Bonefish/Carrabba’s bonus cards start June 22 as well. Check the specific terms for each brand.

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