
Where to Score Free Birthday Stuff
Birthday freebies are a cause for celebration. Whether you're a kid who looks forward to the big day all year or a parent who forgets how old you're turning, getting free stuff on your birthday is always a treat!
We've put together a list of major national chains that give free birthday food to help make your celebrations a little sweeter. Most send coupons after you sign up with email, so scroll down the list in advance to claim your treat on the big day.
From birthday cake to free birthday meals, there is something here for everyone! And if you know of a birthday deal we've missed, please tell us below!
Olive Garden
Kristy Pepping said: Olive Garden has a ton of nationwide locations and offers the perfect low-key Italian family meal. When you celebrate your birthday at one of their restaurants, you will get either a free appetizer or dessert. You'll need to sign up for their eClub to receive the offer.

Portillo's
Alexandra F. said: Joining the Portillo’s Birthday Club not only gets you a free piece of cake on your birthday, but you can enter up to three of your kids' birthdays for a slice of their famous chocolate cake on their birthdays, too! Now there's a cause for celebration!

P.F. Chang's
Alexandra F. said: Join the P.F. Chang's Rewards Program to earn points toward free entrees AND for a free birthday dessert or appetizer any time during your birthday month!

Noodles and Company
Alexandra F. said: Kids love noodles. So when your birthday rolls around, everyone will be happy to join you at Noodles and Company, where you'll be able to enjoy either a Crispy or a cookie for dessert, free on your birthday as long as you've signed up for their rewards program ahead of time!
Red Robin
Alexandra F. said: A free birthday burger?? Yes, please! Sign up for the Red Robin Royalty program to enjoy many yummy benefits, including a free burger on the month of your birthday and other chances to earn free meals and rewards.

Texas Roadhouse
Alexandra F. said: Join the Texas Roadhouse VIP club to earn rewards and coupons, including free appetizers and a special surprise on your birthday.

Starbucks
Alexandra F. said: You're a sleep-deprived parent. Of course you know about this one! But just in case, be sure to sign up for Starbucks Rewards for a free treat of your choice on your birthday, along with other rewards all year round. You can pick from a free handcrafted beverage, ready-to-drink bottled beverage, or food item of your choice. Just be sure to sign up at least a week in advance of your birthday to get your treat.

California Pizza Kitchen
Alexandra F. said: Join CPK's tiered rewards program and get better and better rewards the more pizza (or other yummy CPK food) you eat! You'll for sure get a free birthday dessert, but rack up enough points and you can turn that into even more free birthday food...including on your half birthday!
Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant
Alexandra F. said: Lovers of chocolate and Italian food should sign up for the eClub at Bucca di Beppo, where you will be rewarded with a Colossal Brownie Sundae, free on your birthday!
Chipotle
Alexandra F. said: Join Chipotle Rewards and download the app (or order your burritos online) to earn points every time you place an order. You'll be earning points toward free entrees AND a little special something on your birthday. It's a burrito-ful thing.
IHOP
Alexandra F. said: Join IHOP's MyHop for free pancakes when you sign up, free pancakes on your birthday, and free pancakes every anniversary of signing up...now that's a lot of free pancakes!!
Caribou Coffee
Shila said: Active "Perks members" can redeem a free beverage in any size for their birthday at this national coffee chain. Beyond coffee, speciality drinks can include frozen hot chocolate, apple ciders, cookies-and-cream coolers, etc. It's free to sign up, too. They call it a "happy bouday!"

Ruby's Diner
Alexandra F. said: Shooby dooby down to Ruby's for a free milkshake on your birthday (with the purchase of an adult entree)! Joining Ruby's eClub will also get you advance notice of $2.99 burger days and other promotions.

bd’s Mongolian Grill
Alexandra F. said: If you're looking for free birthday meals, bd’s Mongolian Grill is where you should go to celebrate! When you join their eClub, you'll get $5 off for joining AND a free meal on your birthday. Download their app and you can earn even more free food all year long.

Einstein Bros. Bagels
Alexandra F. said: Start your day off right with a free egg sandwich on your birthday (with a separate purchase) when you are part of Einstein's Shmear Society. You'll also get a free bagel and shmear when you sign up, and earn points each visit that can be redeemed for free food or drinks at participating Einstein Bros. Bagels, Caribou Coffee, and Bruegger’s Bagels locations.
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