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Frugal Family: On-the-Go Meal Deals

Check out a compilation of discounts at some of our favorite chain restaurants

Word of Advice: If you’re one of those parents that serves only all-natural, organic foods … Stop. Reading. Now.

However, if you’re like me and occasionally just don’t have the time or energy to care about nutrition, you’ve come to the right place.

Between taking care of my daughter, keeping up with the house and working, grabbing a bite at a fast food or chain restaurant is sometimes more realistic than spending hours in the kitchen. Plus, we’re all entitled to a guilty pleasure now and then—especially if it’s FREE or deeply discounted!

Enjoy these coupons for on-the-go meal deals at some of our favorite restaurants. Most are offered at participating locations only, so I recommend mentioning the deal before placing your order to be sure you get the discount.

Limited-Time Offers

Valid March 9 only! Sample Panda Express’ new Golden Treasure Shrimp dish for FREE! No coupon necessary; just mention the offer. Click here for details.

In celebration of Arby’s launch of the new Angus Three Cheese and Bacon sub, they’re offering a free 22-ounce drink and order of small curly fries with the purchase of the sandwich. Only available through March 10. Click here to print your coupon.

National Cheese Fondue Day is coming up on April 11, so it’s fitting that the Melting Pot is giving away its yummy cheese fondue!  To get yours, find your nearest Melting Pot location on this reservations page. Then call and give them your unique reservation code and make a reservation between April 11 and April 14. Head out on your reservation date to get your free fondue!


Ongoing Offers

Sign up for Ruby Tuesday’s So Connected Club, and they’ll send you a thank you e-mail that entitles you to this great deal: Buy one entree and get the second at lesser or equal value (up to $10) for free. Click here to sign up.

Dairy Queen is also offering a members-only deal. Join their Blizzard Fan Club to receive a buy one, get one free coupon for their 16 ounce Blizzard treats. Membership also gets you a coupon for your birthday. Click here to sign up.

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