January is one of the best months of the year to save, with daily food deals, kids freebies, restaurant promos, and in-store events happening all month long. Below is a day-by-day breakdown of the best January deals, plus important tips like app requirements, promo timing, and membership perks so you can plan ahead and save more.

Pro tip: Many of these offers require a free app or rewards account, and some are available for one day only.

January Daily Deals & Freebies

January 1

Dairy Queen

• Free vanilla or dipped cone with $1+ purchase

• Valid in participating locations only

• In app offer

January 2

Dunkin’

• FREE mini reusable tote bag + donut

• Typically requires Dunkin’ Rewards (free to join)

• Limited quantities — go early. Details Here

January 3

Target

• Wellness Box Giveaway (12–4 PM)

• In-store event; availability may vary by location. Details Here

Jan 4 – Every Sunday in January

Scooter’s Coffee

• FREE Cozy Brunch Club sticker with any drink purchase

• Perfect for sticker collectors & coffee lovers. Details Here

Jan 5 – Through January 25.

Panera Bread

• BOGO $5 entrées

• Code: BOGO5

• Must order online or in the Panera app. Details Here

January 6

Taco Bell

• $1 Chicken Quesadilla in the app at 5 PM ET

• App-only drop; set a reminder. Details Here

January 7

Little Caesars

• $4.99 one-topping pizzas when you buy two

• Great option for family dinner night

Use code: PIZZAPIZZA Details Here

January 8

Dunkin’

• $6 meal deal

• Usually includes a sandwich + drink Details Here

Jan 9 – Through January 25

MOD Pizza

• Kids eat FREE

• Valid with adult purchase. Details Here

January 10

Lowe’s & JCPenney

• Register to receive free gift from Lowe’s. Details Here

• Sign up for kids crafts at JCPenney here

• Kids giveaway at Lowe’s

• FREE kids craft at JCPenney (11 AM–Noon)

• Arrive early — supplies are limited

January 11

IHOP

• FREE bottomless pancakes with purchase

• Valid through March 30. Details here

January 12

Wingstop

• $0.70 boneless wings

• Usually app or online order required. Details Here

January 13

Carl’s Jr.

• BOGO breakfast burritos

• Morning hours only. Details Here

January 14

Del Taco

• 2 for $3 tacos. Details Here

January 15 – National Bagel Day

• Many local bagel shops offer free or discounted bagels

• Check store apps or social media for same-day promos

January 16

Burger King

• FREE fries Friday (app offer)

January 17

PetSmart

• Celebrate Birthday & Gotcha Day Bash (in store). RSVP HERE

• Great for pet freebies and treats

January 18

Red Lobster

• $15.99 Ultimate Endless Shrimp

• Limited-time dining deal. Details Here

January 19 – National Popcorn Day

• Many theaters and snack brands offer discounts

• Check loyalty apps for surprise freebies

January 20

Taco Bell

• $1 Chalupa in the app at 5 PM ET

January 21

Burger King

• $3.99 Whopper

• in app offer

January 22

Wendy’s

• $5 Biggie Bag

• One of the best fast-food values. Details Here

January 23

Subway

• Buy a footlong, get a 6-inch FREE. Details Here

• Code: 6INCHBOGO

• Expires 1/9

January 24

Smoothie King

• $9.99 toast + 20 oz smoothie. Shop Here

January 25

Cracker Barrel

• $19.99 homestyle meals for two. Details Here

January 26 – Every Monday

Pizza Hut

• $4.99 melts . Details here

January 27

Pizza Hut

• $3 one-topping personal pan pizza. Details Here

January 28

Chili’s

• $10.99 3-for-Me (starter, entrée & drink). Details Here

Every Thursday

Buffalo Wild Wings

• BOGO FREE boneless wings

January 30

McDonald’s

• $5 meal deal

• App offers may stack

January 31

Applebee’s

• $9.99 burger, fries & drink

Tips to Maximize January Deals

• Download restaurant apps ahead of time

• Enable push notifications for surprise drops

• Join rewards programs — they’re usually free

• Go early for in-store events (kids crafts & giveaways)

• Deals may vary by location — always confirm locally