All The Best Restaurant Freebies, Deals and Specials for Fourth of July 2025
If you’re prefer to have someone else do the cooking for you this July 4, we have some good news: Not only are plenty of places are open for Independence Day, but they’re also offering meal deals and special menu items to celebrate the holiday.
To help you identify which restaurants near you are running these promos, we’ve put a list together of the best Fourth of July food specials. Do know that some of these deals may require you to make a purchase or install the restaurant’s app before receiving the freebie or deal. Additionally, availability may depend on franchise locations and items are subject to change or sell out.
Applebee’s
Applebee’s is offering appetizers for half-price for late-night diners, making this a perfect place to stop after fireworks. While participation and selection vary by location, many Applebee’s restaurants offer appetizers like boneless wings and mozzarella sticks.
Auntie Anne’s
Need something refreshing to cool off from the heat of the Fourth of July? For a limited time, you can treat yourself to watermelon-flavored beverages at Auntie Anne’s, including the Watermelon Spritz, the Frozen Watermelon Lemonade and the Watermelon Lemonade Mixer.
Baked by Melissa
You can’t celebrate any holiday without dessert. Baked by Melissa invites you to celebrate with smores and stripes this year by offering 20% off Fourth of July party packs.
BJ’s Brewhouse
It’s a good thing the Fourth of July is on Friday this year because BJ’s Brewhouse has a $13 Pizookie Meal Deal available Monday through Friday. The promo allows you to order one of eight brewhouse entries and a Pizookie for just $13. Plus, you can add a starter salad or chips and salsa for just $4 extra.
Casey’s
If you want to celebrate Independence Day with pizza, you can get a large single-topping pizza for 50% off using the promo code BOGO. Plus, you can find plenty of meal deals and savings when you build your own pizza party.
Cinnabon
Freedom is sweet, so celebrate with delightful desserts from Cinnabon like the new OREO Caramel Coffee Topper Bon or the beloved OREO Chillatta.
Dairy Queen
Superman is the all-American superhero. That means picking up the new Superman Cake Batter Cookie Dough Blizzard from Dairy Queen is a great choice for the Fourth of July.
Goldbelly
When you want the best treats from around the country, you turn to Goldbelly. In honor of the Fourth of July, the retailer has a Red, White and Blueberry Sale with free shipping and up to 40% off.
Krispy Kreme
For a limited time, Krispy Kreme is offering themed doughnuts to celebrate Independence Day. You can find treats like the Freedom Ring Doughnut, the Vanilla Cookies & Kreme Liberty Crunch and the USA Party Doughnut. You can also get Stars, Stripes & Sweetness catered!
As a bonus, if you wear red, white and blue to a participating Krispy Kreme location on July 4, you’ll receive a FREE Original Glazed doughnut. No purchase is required.
Marco’s Pizza
If you’re in the mood to pick up some pizza this Fourth of July, stop by Marco’s to get a large Pepperoni Magnifico for just $9.99 with the code LEGENDS. Plus, you can get the new Pepperoni Bread for only $5 when you use the code PEPBREAD.
McDonald’s
Now through August 11, you can enjoy the Hershey’s S’mores McFlurry. It includes Hershey’s Milk Chocolate, crunchy graham crackers and soft marshmallows for the perfect summer treat.
Metro Diner
At Metro Diner, you can “fire up your cravings” with some mouthwatering grilled meals like the Wisconsin Burger, BBQ Ribs and the Big Kahuna.
Outback Steakhouse
We might be celebrating America’s Independence Day, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy Outback Steakhouse. Right now, you can chow down on an Aussie 3-Course for a starting price of only $14.99. This deal only applies to dine-in meals.
Panera
Say “ciao” to summer with Panera’s Italian Steak & Mozz, Italian Market Salad and Strawberry Basil Lemonade Fresca. Plus, you can unlock $5 off your order of $10 or more when you join MyPanera.
Red Robin
Because the Fourth of July is happening on a Friday this year, you can enjoy Red Robin’s Happy Hour Menu and Drink Specials from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Just keep in mind that happy hour pricing is only available in the bar area of participating locations.
Shari’s Berries
Celebrate this Fourth of July with the adorable Patriots Pride Strawberries, with festive red, white and blue edible decorations and delicious chocolate.
Smashburger
Every Friday, including the Fourth of July, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. is Shake Happy Hour at Smashburger. Just use the promo code SHAKES25 for online pickup orders or mention this offer when you order in a restaurant.
Starbucks
If you’re looking for a refreshing drink to sip on a porch or patio this Fourth of July, stop by Starbucks. You’ll love the return of the limited-time Summer-Berry Refreshers and bursting raspberry-flavored pearls.
Tim Hortons
You can unlock a free Fourth of July donut from Tim Horton’s when you buy a drink on the Tims App. Make sure you have the app downloaded and ready to go!
Wendy’s
This Fourth of July is sure to be a hot one with Wendy’s new Takis Fuego Chicken Sandwich and Fuego Fries. If you’d rather cool off, you can snag a new Frosty Fusions or Frosty Swirls dessert.
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