Mother’s Day is this weekend, and as always, restaurants and other businesses are offering discounts and freebies to help you celebrate, and save money in the bargain.
Most of these deals are only good on Sunday, May 13, 2018, but some last longer, so be sure you read the fine print.
Here are the deals, alphabetically, since that’s the only fair way.
1-800-Flowers: AARP members can use the code AARP2 for a 25 per cent discount on Mother’s Day flower bouquets.
Abuelo’s: Moms who dine in will get a FREE Mother’s Day gift (at participating locations).
Boston Market – For those looking to treat Mom to a home style meal on Mother’s Day (and every day in May), purchase a whole rotisserie chicken for $2.99 with purchase of any family meal. Valid all month, May 1 – 31.
Direct Gardening: This isn’t a Mother’s Day deal, but moms love flowers. Buy one flower “unit” for the regular price, get one for one cent. Delivery starts in April, and allow a few weeks for it to arrive.
Fannie May : FREE ground shipping on purchases of $60 or more for Mother’s Day. Use the promo code 25516.
First Watch – Treating mothers to a FREE box of chocolates on Mother’s Day, May 13.
Fogo de Chao: Dine in on Mother’s Day and get a complimentary dining card to be used on Mom’s next visit from May 14 to July 12.
LaMar’s Donuts: Mothers get a FREE Red Velvet Cake Donut or donut of choice (excluding specialty donuts) and a FREE small coffee on Mother’s Day.
Melting Pot : All mothers who dine at Melting Pot on Friday, May 11 will receive a complimentary gift of Garlic & Wine seasoning. Special Mother’s Day menu is available from May 11 to May 14 – follow the link for more information.
Mimi’s: Mimi’s is serving a three-course menu on Mother’s Day starting at $18.99 for adults and $8.99 for kids.
Panera Bread : Buy $50 in gift cards for Mom (or for any other reason), and receive a $10 bonus gift card. Offer good through the month of May, and the bonus card redemption dates are from June 1 to June 30, 2018.
RA Sushi : Spend $50 and receive a promotional gift card worth $10. The gift card is valid for purchases from May 14 to June 17.
Redbox : Redbox members will receive 20 per cent off flowers at 1-800-FLOWERS.com and get a free one-night disc rental by entering the code REDBOX20.
Red Lobster: For every $75 worth of gift card purchases, receive two bonus gift coupons, good for a free appetizer or $10 off your purchase. The first coupon is valid on visits between July 2 and August 5, 2018. The second is valid from August 6 to September 2, 2018. Also, Red Lobster is opening early for Mother’s Day brunch at 10:30 AM.
Ruth’s Chris Steak House: Dine in on May 12 or May 13, and get a $25 gift card for Mom to use at a future visit. The cards are valid for future use (dinner only) from May 14 to July 1. Limit 1 per table, and the deal cannot be combined with other coupons, discounts or other offers.
Shoney’s: Dine in with Mom and she’ll get a FREE slice of strawberry pie with the purchase of an entree or buffet. Share your favorite story about your mom and you’ll be entered to win a $100 gift card for a future Shoney’s visit.
Sonic: Finish off Mom’s special day by buying half price shakes after 8 p.m. This deal isn’t just for Mother’s Day – so show some extra love to your mom.
TCBY: Mom’s first 6 ounces of Fro-Yo is free on Mother’s day. If you tag a mom and share your favorite moments together using the hashtag #TCBYMOMents in the Facebook comments you’ll receive a chance to win yourself or your mom a $50 gift card to TCBY.
Tijuana Flats: One FREE entree for moms at participating locations. Valid only on May 13. Not valid with other promos or offers.
Wienerschnitzel: Moms receive a FREE Original Chili Dog, small fries and small drink with proof of mom-bership (e.g., bring in your kids, show a family photo or tell an embarrassing story about your kids).
WingHouse Bar & Grill – All you can eat wings, $15.99 on Mother’s Day
Zoos: FREE admission or discount at participating zoos nationally
Thanks to sister site Living on the Cheap and the trade publication Restaurant News for assisting ecoXplorer assembling this list.
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