Restaurants & Bars
Memorial Day Deals & Steals 2022: Restaurant Dining Guide For WA
Celebrate the unofficial start of summer with weekend dine-in & to-go specials, freebies, military discounts & National Hamburger Day deals.
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SEATTLE — Memorial Day 2022 is Monday, May 30 and the preceding weekend is often celebrated as the unofficial kick-off to summer. And right in the holiday mix is National Hamburger Day, landing this year on Saturday, May 28.
For Washingtonians, that adds up to military discounts, tasty takeout, restaurant specials, and burger deals. So, if you're looking to chomp for cheap, we've rounded up a few holiday discounts that might be worth checking out.
If you know of other eateries in your neighborhood with Memorial Day weekend or National Hamburger Day offers, share with Patch readers in the comments section.
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APPLEBEE'S: Spend $25 or more in one transaction & score free movie ticket to "Top Gun: Maverick" in theaters May 27. Spend $50 or more in one transaction for two free tickets. Offer is good for dine-in or takeout. Details. The chain also added two new $5 summer sips: the "Sunset Mana Rita" and "Tipsy Shark ." Location finder here.
ARBY'S: Celebrate National Hamburger Day with new, limited-time Wagyu Steakhouse Burger, on menus through July 31. The 6.4-ounce burger is blend of 52% American Wagyu & 48% ground beef, cooked Sous Vide-style, and includes cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, red onion & special sauce on brioche bun. Bacon & ranch optional. Prices start at $5.99, but may vary by location. Details. Washington locations listed here.
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BLACK ANGUS: Among new seasonal specials is the "Summer Grill," with choice of steak, plus ribs, shrimp, chicken, two sides & slice of watermelon. Prices from $25.99 to $39.99, depending on steak selection. See info here. Location finder.
CHILI'S: A National Burger Day special — only on Saturday, May 28 — features "3 for $10 - Big Mouth Bites." In short: four mini burgers with bacon, cheese, sauteed onions & house-made ranch, plus non-alcoholic beverage, starter & fries for $10. Starters include soup, salad or chips & salsa. Website & details here. Find locales here.
EL POLLO LOCO: Take advantage of military service discounts — 15% off orders — offered (maximum value of $1.50) to military personnel, police officers, firefighters, EMTs & federal law enforcement agents. Ask cashier for discount prior to payment, and show badge if not in uniform. Also note "Senior Discounts," for ages 60 and up, are 10% off (with maximum value of $1). Details. Location finder here.
FATBURGER: On Saturday, May 28 — National Hamburger Day — the chain will drop 500 limited- edition NFTs (non-fungible tokens) on first-come, first-served basis, that can be exchanged for a free Original Fatburger during June. "Minting" begins Saturday at 3pm PST. See details. Location finder here.
OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE: Military veterans & active duty, with valid ID, can enjoy a 10% "Heroes Discount" off their guest check. The offer runs every day, year-round, and also extends to nurses, doctors, medical staff, police, firefighters & first responders, with valid medical, state or federal service ID). Details. Find locations throughout Washington.
RED LOBSTER: A BOGO deal to kick off summer is available to teachers, school faculty & staff, who show valid school ID. Diners buy one entree and get a second entree (maximum $20 value) free. The special, runs May 23-June 5, for dine-in only. Details. Location finder here.
7-ELEVEN: 7NOW customers can celebrate Memorial Day weekend with free pizza. First-time users of 7NOW delivery app can use code PIZZA to redeem one free pie with any delivery order. The special begins May 25. 7NOW delivery app can be downloaded from the App Store or Google Play, or by visiting 7NOW.com or 7Rewards.com.
SUBWAY: Use promo code 15OFF and get 15% off foot-long sub sandwiches. At participating restaurants through July 11. Details here. Locations list here.
THE HABIT BURGER GRILL: Here's a weekend freebie: Download & register for The Habit Mobile App to score a free Charburger with cheese with purchase of a regular drink. For first-time registrants only. Info here. Location finder here.
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