Grab Free Food & BOGO Deals at Your Favorite Chains in April
Spring is officially here, and your favorite restaurants are celebrating with mega-yummy seasonal offerings and seriously good savings to make April extra sweet. From pretty pastel drinks at Starbucks and Carvel’s new Nutella menu to McDonald’s snacks and Olive Garden pasta, we’ve rounded up the best freebies and discounts April has to offer. Keep reading—your taste buds and your wallet will thank you.
Dairy Queen’s spring 99¢ Blizzard deal is so sweet
Dairy Queen just dropped its new Strawberry Angel Food Cake Blizzard, and you can snag a BOGO for just 99¢—but only through April 26. To redeem the deal, download the DQ app, sign up for free DQ Rewards and activate the BOGO offer at a participating location. As DQ puts it, it’s “a pretty sweet deal!”
Not a strawberry fan? The BOGO offer also covers S’mores and Cotton Candy Blizzards, so there’s a flavor for everyone at the table.
Starbucks’ new freebie Mondays—with a pretty spring twist
Starbucks just launched a brand-new perk called Free Mod Monday. On the first Monday of each month, all Rewards members can add one free modification or customization to any drink—no strings attached. That means April 6 and May 4 are your next two chances to cash in.
Not sure what to try? These spring-ready mods are all included in the deal:
- Lavender syrup—adds a floral twist to lattes and cold brew
- Toasted coconut cold foam—for cold brew and iced coffee with Easter candy vibes
- Ube syrup—is super-trendy for good reason; made from purple yams, it adds richness, nutty vanilla notes and a gorgeous purple pastel hue to lattes and macchiatos
- Strawberry syrup—basically sneaking an extra shot of spring into refreshers and lemonade drinks
Bonus freebie for Fido: When you order your own drink, ask for a pup cup. You’ll get a mini shot of whipped cream to treat your dog—and most baristas won’t charge you (though it’s not an official company policy).
Carvel’s new Nutella Sundae Dasher is BOGO free every Wednesday
Carvel teamed up with Nutella this spring for a collaboration that’s basically dessert perfection. The new Sundae Dasher features Nutella soft serve layered with Nutella spread and Carvel Chocolate Crunchies—rich, creamy and chocolatey hazelnut flavor in every bite. Even better? It’s BOGO free on Wednesdays at participating locations, for a limited time only. Perfect for a midweek treat with a friend.
Sonic’s new Strawberry Horchata Cream Slush is 50% off
Sonic has a daily Happy Hour that runs from 2 pm to 4 pm every day, and you’ll get 50% off all drinks and slushes—including the brand-new Strawberry Horchata Cream Slush that folks are already raving about. And there’s a hack to get the deal whenever you want it: Download the Sonic app and you’ll get Happy Hour pricing all day long, any time you order. Just add a drink to your cart and the discount is automatically applied at checkout. You’ll need to be a registered user, but signing up is free and fast.
Olive Garden’s new Rigatoni all Vodka is Buy One, Take One through May 3
The beloved chain just added Rigatoni all Vodka to its menu, featuring its signature pasta in a creamy tomato sauce. Better yet, it’s part of the Buy One, Take One deal running through May 3. That means you enjoy one meal in the restaurant—complete with unlimited soup or salad and breadsticks—and take a second entrée home for later. It’s two dinners for the price of one.
New McDonald’s app users can score a free Snack Wrap with just a $1 purchase
If you haven’t downloaded the McDonald’s app yet, here’s your sign: New users can score a free Ranch or Spicy Snack Wrap with any $1 purchase. Just download the app, opt in to Rewards, and look for the deal under Deals & McValue. The offer is valid one time through April 30 for new app users only, so grab it while you can!
With so many incredible April food deals to choose from, this spring is shaping up to be absolutely scrumptious and super-affordable too. So get ready to savor every indulgent bite. You deserve it!
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This story was originally published April 3, 2026 at 7:30 PM.