2025 National Pretzel Day Deals and Specials

Saturday, April 26, 2025, is National Pretzel Day, when we celebrate the (sometimes) twisty bread with the salty brown crust. Here's a list of 2025 National Pretzel Day deals and specials to help celebrate:

Shake Shack Tests New Spicy Pickle Bacon Burger

Shake Shack is testing a new Spicy Pickle Bacon Burger and Spicy Pickle Bacon Chicken sandwich for a limited time at select locations in Florida. The test runs through Monday, April 28, 2025, while supplies last.

Insomnia Brings Back Cups of Icing

Citing customer demand, late-night cookie bakery chain Insomnia Cookies brings back its cups of vanilla icing (for dipping your cookies or making a cookie sandwich) after discontinuing them in April of last year.

McDonald's Rolls Out New McCrispy Strips and Creamy Chili Dip

McDonald's is rolling out new McCrispy Strips as a permanent chicken tenders menu item that will be available at participating locations nationwide by May 5, 2025 (McCrispy Strips are already available at some restaurants). The new tenders will be joined by a new Creamy Chili Dip.

Review: Subway - Doritos Footlong Nachos

Subway's Doritos Footlong Nachos feature a bed of Doritos Nacho Cheese-flavored tortilla chips topped with cheddar cheese sauce, shredded Monterey cheddar cheese, pickled jalapeno slices, tomatoes, red onion, Baja Chipotle sauce, and a choice of rotisserie-style chicken or steak.

Jack in the Box Testing New BBQ Potato Chip Popcorn Chicken and Mozzarella Sticks

Jack in the Box is testing a new BBQ Potato Chip flavor for its Popcorn Chicken and Mozzarella Sticks for a limited time in the San Diego area.

Del Taco Launches New El Big Boxes Ranging from $5 to $9

Del Taco introduces three new El Big Boxes as its latest value meal offering, with prices ranging from $5 to $9. The fast-food chain also brings back Mango Pineapple Poppers for a limited time through the summer.

Freddy's Reveals New BBQ Brisket Steakburger and Returning Key Lime Pie Concrete

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers unveils its new BBQ Brisket Steakburger and returning Key Lime Pie Concrete ahead of an April 30, 2025, launch.

Dunkin' Introduces New Arctic Cherry Dunkin' Energy Drink and More

Dunkin' expands its earlier-introduced 2025 spring menu with the launch of the new Arctic Cherry Dunkin' Energy drink and more.

Krispy Kreme Releases New Cheesecake Donuts

Krispy Kreme welcomes a trio of new cheesecake-inspired donuts as the "Craving Cheesecake Collection."

Burger King Offers Buy-One-Get-One Free Whopper Deal

Burger King trots out a buy-one-get-one-free Whopper deal this week at participating locations nationwide through Sunday, April 27, 2025, using an offer in the Burger King mobile app or website.

Outback Steakhouse Welcomes Hot Wing Roo-lette

Outback Steakhouse lets its diners test their luck with the launch of the Hot Wing Roo-lette, an in-restaurant game where you spin a wheel and hope you don't (do?) get the one extra spicy wing out of a plate of five wings.

New Oreo Topped Treats at Auntie Anne's and Cinnabon

Pretzel maker Auntie Anne's and cinnamon roll bakery chain Cinnabon both add new Oreo-topped treats to the menu as part of a newly launched "Topped" menu platform.

Review: Little Caesars' Double Pepperoni Crazy Crust Pizza

Little Caesars' Double Pepperoni Crazy Crust Pizza features a large round pizza topped with mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, Old World Pepperoni, and toasted Parmesan & Asiago Cheese, finished with Little Caesars' signature Garlic Parmesan Crazy Crust. It's a test item that just wrapped up in the Los Angeles and Oklahoma City areas.

Ham & Swiss Melt and Chicken Cordon Bleu are Back at Arby's

Ham is back on the menu permanently at Arby's with the return of the Ham & Swiss Melt and Chicken Cordon Bleu sandwich.

Domino's Offers 50% Off Pizza Ordered Online Through April 27, 2025

Domino's celebrates the spring by offering a weeklong deal where you can get 50% off all menu-priced pizzas ordered online through Sunday, April 27, 2025.

All-You-Can-Eat Wings Return to Buffalo Wild Wings

The all-you-can-eat wings deal is back at Buffalo Wild Wings and now includes both boneless and traditional wings.

Crispy Chicken Nuggets Return to Taco Bell

Taco Bell will be bringing back Crispy Chicken Nuggets for a limited time starting Thursday, April 24, 2025, with plans to offer some form of crispy chicken as a permanent menu item by next year (2026).

Crumbl Bakes Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Cookie and More Through April 26, 2025

Crumbl brings back the Peanut Butter Cookie featuring Reese's and more for its weekly lineup through April 25, 2025.

Review: Butterbeer Season Snacks

The Harry Potter franchise celebrates its signature drink, Butterbeer, by releasing a series of Butterbeer-themed products, including snacks, in an annual promotion called "Butterbeer Season" that runs through May 31st. This year's batch of treats includes Goldfish Butterbeer Flavored Grahams, Hershey's Harry Potter Butterbeer Kisses, Harry Potter Butterbeer Fudge Stripes Cookies, and Skinny Pop Butterbeer Flavored Kettle Popcorn.

Chili's Takes Aim at McDonald's Quarter Pounder with New Big QP Burger

Chili's introduces its take on McDonald's Quarter Pounder with Cheese in launching the new Big QP burger as part of its 3 for Me discounted menu.

Wingstop Puts Together New $8 Hot Honey Rub Box

Wingstop showcases its popular Hot Honey Rub by launching the new $8 Hot Honey Rub Box.

2025 4/20 Deals and Specials

Some folks will be celebrating Easter this Sunday, and others will be celebrating the marijuana holiday, 4/20 (and some will be celebrating both). In case you find yourself with a case of the munchies, here's a list of 2025 4/20 (and/or Easter) deals and specials to help save some money:

New Cajun Crunch Spicy Chicken Sandwich Arrives at Wendy's

Wendy's introduces the new Cajun Crunch Spicy Chicken Sandwich as its latest, limited-time menu item. It's joined by the new Tangerine Twist Lemonade.

Marco's Bakes New Pepperoni Bread

Marco's Pizza welcomes a new side to its menu with the launch of new Pepperoni Bread.

Sonic Introduces New Berries and Cream Drink

Sonic serves up the new Berries and Cream drink as the latest addition to its Flavorista Favorites beverage platform.

Jersey Mike's Welcomes New Chicken Salad Sub

Jersey Mike's launches the new Chicken Salad Sub as its latest limited-time menu item. The sandwich chain also adds the limited-time Mike's Hot Honey Chicken Cheese Steak to the menu.

Review: Krispy Kreme - 2025 Easter Donuts

Krispy Kreme's 2025 Easter Donuts feature four donuts: the Bunny Basket Donut, the Marshmallow Bunny Donut, the Bouncing Bunny Donut, and the Strawberry Iced Donut with Sprinkles.

Panera Assembles New Croissant Toast Sandwiches

As part of its spring menu, Panera welcomes new Croissant Toast Sandwiches, which, as you may have guessed from the name, are sandwiches made with croissant bread (sliced bread made from croissant dough).

Jack in the Box Launches New Pink Pineapple Express Shakes, Twisted Sodas, and Red Bull Infusions

Jack in the Box welcomes a new trio of Pink Pineapple Express beverages that includes new Pink Pineapple Express shakes, Twisted Sodas, and Red Bull Infusions.

Dave's Hot Chicken Debuts New Mini Sliders

Dave's Hot Chicken debuts new Mini Sliders at nearly 300 locations nationwide.

Denny's Offers "Buy One Slam, Get One for $1" Deal

Denny's offers a limited-time deal: Buy an Original Grand Slam or All-American Slam and get a second one for $1 more.

Review: Jack in the Box - Nashville Hot Popcorn Chicken

Jack in the Box's Nashville Hot Popcorn Chicken features crispy-fried, white-meat chicken bites covered in a sweet and spicy Nashville Hot seasoning.

Red Robin Selling Bottomless Burger Passes Starting April 17, 2025

Red Robin will be selling a new $20 Bottomless Burger Pass, good for a burger and bottomless side every day in May 2025, online on the Red Robin website starting 9AM MT on Thursday, April 17, 2025.

Jimmy John's Puts Together New T.H.C. Box Meal

In a nod to 4/20 and the chain's new Toasted Sandwiches, Jimmy John's introduces its limited-edition T.H.C. Box (which stands for "Toasted Hot Combo" and not the psychoactive component of marijuana).

Tots N' Bacon Pizza Returns to Cicis

The Tots N' Bacon Pizza has returned to the Cicis menu and is available until June 1, 2025.

New Oreo Flavors in Stores for Spring 2025

There are several new and returning Oreo sandwich cookie flavors that you can find in stores this spring, including the return of S'mores Oreos (now "S'mOreos"), Birthday Cake Golden Oreos, and more.

Review: Taco Bell Caliente Chicken Nacho Fries

Taco Bell's Caliente Chicken Nacho Fries feature seasoned fries topped with slow-roasted chicken, warm nacho cheese sauce, shredded cheddar cheese, crispy Fiesta Strips, reduced-fat sour cream, and Caliente Sauce.

Applebee's Adds New Big Bangin' Burger to $9.99 Really Big Meal Deal

Applebee's introduces the new Big Bangin' Burger as an entree option for its $9.99 Really Big Meal Deal.

Jamba Juice Brings Back Oatmeal Bowls

Oatmeal Bowls are back at smoothie chain Jamba, and are available in three varieties:

2025 Tax Day Deals and Specials

If you're thinking of celebrating finishing up your income tax returns with food on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. I've put together a list of 2025 Tax Day deals and specials to help save you some money:

KFC Serves Up New Salted Caramel Fried Chicken in the Philippines

In an odd pairing that doesn't seem like they'd go well together, KFC launches new Salted Caramel Fried Chicken in the Philippines. In addition to getting salted caramel splashed onto bone-in fried chicken, the fast-food chain also offers the Salted Caramel Twister and Salted Caramel Zinger.

Crumbl Bakes New Candy Egg Brownie Cookie and More

With Easter coming up, Crumbl offers a weeklong Easter-themed menu of limited-time cookies and cakes, including the new Candy Egg Brownie Cookie and more.

Carl's Jr. Pours New Tropicali Refresher

Carl's Jr. adds the new Tropicali Refresher as a seasonal, caffeinated lemonade for the spring.

Review: Shake Shack - Dubai Chocolate Pistachio Shake

Shake Shack's Dubai Chocolate Pistachio Shake features a cup lined with a crackly, dark chocolate magic shell filled with a blend of vanilla frozen custard, milk, pistachio paste, salted honey, and toasted shredded phyllo dough (AKA kataifi or kadayif), then topped with more toasted shredded phyllo dough and chopped pistachios.

Sonic Welcomes Two New Dipping Sauces

Sonic adds new spicy dipping sauce options with the arrival of new Jalapeno Ranch and Asian-Style Sweet Chili.

Insomnia Cookies Bakes 2025 Spring Cookies

Insomnia Cookies presents the Garden Collection as its seasonal cookies for spring 2025. The collection includes three limited-time cookies:

Carl's Jr. Debuts New Triple Burgers

Carl's Jr. debuts new Triple Burgers, which are triple-patty versions of most of the chain's signature burgers (although some have been offered with triple patties before).

Wendy's Announces New Frosty Swirls and Frosty Fusions

Wendy's expands its Frosty offerings in a big way with the upcoming launch of new Frosty Swirls and new Frosty Fusions.

Sonic Adds New Jr. Chicken Sandwiches to $1.99 Value Menu

Sonic refreshes its $1.99 value menu (which it also calls the "FUN.99 Menu") with the addition of two new Jr. Chicken Sandwiches: the Original Jr. Chicken Sandwich and the Honey Chipotle Jr. Chicken Sandwich.