Holiday Gift Card Bonus Deals 2023

When in doubt, a gift card is a great idea. Again in 2023, many national restaurant chains and retailers are offering bonuses with gift card purchases.

Give the card, keep the bonus for yourself and your family to use.

You can also support a favorite local small business by buying one of their gift cards.

The bonus is that you are supporting a small, family-owned business vital to your neighborhood, town or city.

ecoXplorer Tips for Gift Card Purchases and Use

Unless otherwise noted, bonus card offers are available for purchase through Dec. 31, 2023
Most bonus card offers require a minimum purchase of $50, but some have a $300 or even $500 minimum purchase..
Some bonus cards have specific rules and dates for use.
Most bonus cards have expiration dates – use them before you lose them.
Bonus cards can not be used for gratuities, taxes or alcoholic beverages.
Many companies offering gift cards give you the choice of e-Card or physical plastic card

Bonus cards are sometimes called Reward Cards or even Coupons. Sometimes they are the same, sometimes not. Sometimes they are for a specific sandwich or other menu item.

Always read the fine print.

Here are the top national holiday gift card deals, in alphabetical order, by category.

These deals are from 2023.

They are not in effect in 2024.

All links have been removed.

Restaurant Gift Card & Bonus Deals

Abuelo’s – Purchase $50 in gift cards and receive a $10 bonus card. Bonus card redeemable January 1 through March 31, 2024.

Another Broken Egg Cafe – For every $50 in gift card purchases, receive a $10 gift card.

Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza & Wings – Get a $25 holiday bonus card if you purchase a $100 gift card by December 26, 2023. The bonus cards will be redeemable between January 2 and March 31, 2024, in-restaurant, online or through the app.

Applebee’s Grill + Bar – Get a $10 bonus card when you purchase $50 in gift cards. Bonus card expires February 25, 2024.

Bar Louie – Buy $25 in gift cards and get $5 in bonus cards or buy $50 in gift cards and get $15 in bonus cards. Must purchase gift cards by December 30, 2023 to receive bonus comp card. bonus card valid January 1 through March 31, 2024.

Barberitos – Now through December 31st receive a $5 bonus card with any $25 gift card purchase.

BD’s Mongolian Grill – Spend $25, get $5 in bonus cards, redeemable at participating locations. Bonus cards valid for redemption January 1 through March 31.

Beggars Pizza – Buy a $25 gift card and get a $5 rewards card free. Promotion available at participating locations through December 24, 2023. Rewards card valid for food purchases made January 1 through February 10, 2024. Gift card purchases do not apply to Loyalty accounts.

Benihana – Purchase $50 in gift cards and receive a $10 promotional card. Or buy $200 in gift cards and eceive $60 in promotional cards. Promotional cards valid January 2 through March 31, 2024.

Bertucci’s Italian Restaurant – Purchase $50 in gift cards and receive $10 in bonus cards. Bonus card is redeemable January 1 through February 29, 2024.

Billy Sims Barbecue – Get a free $5 gift card when you buy $25 in gift cards.

Blue Moon Mexican Cafe – Purchase $100 in gift cards and receive a bonus $20 gift card. Offer ends December 24, 2023.

Bonefish Grill – Receive a $10 promo card for every $50 you purchase in gift cards. Promo card valid for redemption January 1 through February 11, 2024.

Bravo! Cucina Italiana – Purchase $50 in gift cards and receive $10 in bonus cards. Bonus card valid January 1 through February 29, 2024.

Brio Italian Grille – Purchase $50 in gift cards and receive $10 in bonus cards. Bonus card valid January 1 through February 29, 2024.

Brixx Wood Fired Pizza + Craft Bar – Buy a $100 gift card receive a $25 bonus certificate free. Offer expires January 1, 2024.

Broadway Bar & Pizza – Get a $10 bonus card with every $50 purchased in gift cards. bonus cards valid January 1 through February 29, 2024.

Bruegger’s Bagels – Free $5 bonus card with every $25 gift card purchase. Bonus cards valid January 1 through February 29, 2024.

Buca di Beppo – Buy $50 in gift cards and receive a $10 Reward Card. Reward Card valid January 1 through February 29, 2024.

Buffalo Wild Wings – Buy $25 in gift cards, get a $5 eBonus. bonus cards valid January 1 through February 29, 2024.

Buffalo Wings & Rings – For every $25 in gift cards purchased, you’ll receive a $5 bonus card. Bonus cards expire February 29, 2024.

Burger 21 – Free shake with any $25 gift card purchase.

BurgerFi – $5 Bonus ecard for every $25 spent on egift cards. The bonus cards are valid for in-restaurant, online, and app orders. This offer is valid for a limited time. Bonus ecards may be redeemed between January 2 through April 31, 2024, in-restaurant, online, or through the app.

California Pizza Kitchen – Purchase $100 in gift cards, receive a $20 promotional card. Promotional cards valid January 1 through February 29, 2024.

Carrabba’s Italian Grill – Buy $50 in gift cards and receive a $10 bonus card. Bonus cards valid January 1 through February 29, 2024.

Casa Olé – Purchase a $25 gift card, get one $5 bonus card. Purchase a $50 gift card, get two $5 bonus cards. Purchase a Buy $100 in gift cards, get five $5 bonus cards. Bonus cards valid January 1 through February 29, 2024.

Chelo’s Hometown Bar & Grille – Purchase a $50 gift card and get a $10 gift card free.

Chickie’s & Pete’s – Receive a $10 bonus card for every $50 in gift cards purchased.

Chili’s Grill & Bar – Free $10 e-bonus when you buy $50 in gift cards.

Chompie’s – Buy $50 of gift cards and receive a $10 bonus card. Bonus cards valid January 1 through January 31, 2024.

Chuck E. Cheese – Purchase a $50 gift card and receive a $10 bonus gift card. Bonus cards valid January 1 through February 29, 2024.

Cinnabon – Free $5 reward card with every $25 in gift cards purchased. Reward card valid for redemption from January 1 through March 31, 2024.

Claim Jumper Steakhouse & Bar – Free $25 bonus card for every $100 in gift cards you buy.

Coco’s – Get a $5 bonus for every $25 gift card purchase through December 31, 2023. bonus cards valid January 1 through February 29, 2024.

Colton’s Steak House & Grill – Order $50 in gift cards online and get a $10 bonus card. Bonus card only available online.

Copeland’s of New Orleans – Free $25 gift card with the purchase of $100 in gift cards. Offer expires December 24, 2023.

Cowboy Chicken – Buy $50 in gift cards and get a $10 bonus card free.

Crabby Bill’s – Free $10 holiday bonus when you buy $50 in e-gift cards. Bonus cards valid December 26, 2023 through March 1, 2024.

Daphne’s – Purchase $30 in gift cards and receive a $10 bonus card.

Davanni’s – For every $25 in gift cards purchased, receive a $5 gift card.

Donatos – Get a $10 bonus card with every $50 gift card purchase. Bonus cards valid January 1 through February 29, 2024.

Duffy’s Sports Grill – Buy $100 in gift cards and receive a $20 bonus loaded right onto your MVP card.

Dunkin’ – Purchase at least $25 in Dunkin’ gift cards online at www.dunkindonuts.com, you’ll receive a $5 ebonus.

Earl of Sandwich – Purchase a $25 gift card and receive a $5 reward card. Reward cards valid January 1 through February 29, 2024. Offer expires December 31, 2023.

East Coast Wings + Grill – For every $25 gift card purchase, get a $5 off coupon card

Einstein Bros. Bagels – Free $5 bonus card with purchase of a $25 gift card. Bonus cards valid January 1 through February 29, 2024.

Famous Dave’s – Get a $10 bonus card with every $50 gift card purchase. Bonus cards are redeemable January 1 through March 31, 2024.

Figaro’s Pizza – Now through December 15 receive 20% off all gift card orders over $25.

Fish City Grill – Buy $25 in gift certificates, get a $5 bonus card for your next order.

Flanigan’s – Free $20 gift card with the purchase of $100 in gift cards or with any check of $100 or more. Bonus cards valid January 1 through March 1, 2024.

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar – For every $100 gift card purchase, enjoy a $20 bonus card. E-bonus cards valid January 1 through February 11, 2024.

Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse – Receive $25 holday bonus card for every $125 gift card purchase, $75 for every $300 gift card purchase, $100 for every $400 gift card purchase. Offer expires January 1, 2024. Bonus cards redeemable January 2 through March 25, 2024, excluding holidays.

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburger – Free $5 bonus gift card with the purchase of $25 gift card. Bonus cards valid January 1 through February 15, 2024. Offer expires December 24, 2023.

Fricker’s – Free $5 bonus card with every purchase of a $25 gift card. In-store only.

Frisch’s Big Boy – Buy $25 gift card, get $5 bonus card. Expires December 24, 2023.

Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh – Now through December 31st receive a $5 Garbanzo bonus card with any $25 gift card purchase.

Giovanni’s Pizza – Buy a $25 gift card for only $20. Golden Corral – Free $10 bonus card with the purchase of $50 in gift cards. Bonus cards valid January 8 through February 13, 2024. Offer expires January 7, 2024.

Granite City Food & Brewery – Receive a $10 bonus eGift for every $50 in Granite City gift cards purchased. Bonus cards are valid from January 1 through March 31, 2024.

Green Mill Restaurant and Bar – Get a $25 bonus card with every $100 gift card purchased through December 31, 2023. bonus card redeemable in January and February 2024.

Grimaldi’s Coal Brick-Oven Pizzeria – Purchase a $50 gift card and get a $10 bonus card. Purchase a $100 gift card and get a $20 bonus card. gift cards not valid in NY, NJ except 1 Front Street, Brooklyn, NY. Offer expires December 31, 2023. bonus cards expire February 29, 2024.

Hoss’s Family Steak & Sea Company – Now through December 24, 2023 for every $50 in gift cards you buy, you’ll get a $10 bonus card for free.

Hot Head Burritos – Purchase gift cards of $20 or more from any location this holiday season and receive $20 in coupons. Coupons only available on in-store and app purchases.

Houlihan’s – Buy $50 in gift cards now through December 24, 2023 get a $10 dining certificate for yourself.

HuHot Mongolian Grill – Buy $50 in gift cards and get $10 for yourself.

IHOP – Get a $5 bonus card with any gift card purchase of $25 or more. Bonus card valid through February 23, 2024. Offer expires January 1, 2024.

Il Fornaio – Buy a $100 gift card and get a $20 Complimenti Card. Complimenti Cards valid January 1 through March 31, 2024.

Islands Fine Burgers & Drinks – Give the gift of paradise with an Islands gift card this holiday season. For every $50 in Gift Cards purchased, receive a complimentary $10 e-gift bonus card in return. Bonus cards are valid from January 1 through February 29, 2024.

Jamba Juice – Get a $5 reward card with every $25 in gift cards purchased. Reward card valid December 26, 2023 through February 12, 2024 through Jamba Rewards account. Offer expires December 25, 2023.

Jimmy’s Egg – Get a little something egg-stra with your $30 gift card purchase – a $5 bonus coupon.

Joe’s Crab Shack – For every $50 in gift cards you buy, receive a $10 reward card. Reward cards are valid from January 1 through May 31, 2024.

Johnny Rockets – Get a free $5 digital bonus card for every $25 gift card purchase. Offer expires December 25, 2023.

Juice It Up! – Purchase a $25 gift card and get a $5 bonus card. Plus, enjoy a free small classic smoothie during your purchase.

K&W Cafeteria – Buy $30 in gift cards and receive $10 savings card to use on your next purchase. Savings card expires February 29, 2024.

Kona Grill – Earn $25 bonus dollars for every $100 gift card purchased OR $10 bonus dollars for every $50 gift card purchased, now through December 31, 2023. Bonus dining dollars are valid from January 1 through May 31, 2024.

Ledo Pizza – Receive a $5 coupon card when you purchase a gift card with a value of $25 or more

Logan’s Roadhouse – For every $50 gift card purchase, guests will receive a complimentary $10 bonus card, adding extra cheer to your holiday giving. This offer is available online and in-restaurant from October 30 through December 31, 2023 with double bonus card days offered November 27 through 30 and December 13 through 19, 2023.

MAD Greens – Free $5 bonus card for every $25 gift card purchase. Bonus cards are valid from November 2, 2023 through February 12, 2024.

Maggiano’s Little Italy – Purchase $100 in gift cards, receive a $20 ebonus card. ebonus card valid January 1 through February 28, 2024.

McAlister’s Deli – Purchase $25 in gift cards, receive a $5 reward card. Reward code must be unlocked in the McAlister’s Rewards Program to be redeemed and is valid for redemption from January 1 through February 29, 2024. Offer expires December 31, 2023.

Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt – Buy $25 in gift cards, get a free $5 bonus card.

Miller’s Ale House Restaurants – For every $50 in gift cards purchased, you will receive one $10 ebonus card valid for redemption from January 1 through January 31, 2024, and one $10 ebonus card valid for redemption from February 1 through February 29, 2024. Offer expires November 28, 2023. Online only

Mitchell’s Fish Market – Purchase a $100 gift card and receive a $20 reward card to use from January 1 through May 31, 2024. Offer valid on purchases between $100 to $500. Offer expires December 24, 2023.

Modern Market Eatery – Buy $25 of Modern Market Eatery’s gift cards to receive a $5 Modern Market Eatery promotional card. Promotional card will be emailed to the purchaser on November 26, 2023.

MOD Pizza – $30 gift card purchase earns you a MOD Holiday Coupon Book. It’s got pages of discounts and deals (and a few surprises) to sweeten your holiday season.

Moe’s Southwest Grill – Spend $30 in Moe’s gift cards, get $10 back in rewards. Reward card valid from January 1 through February 28, 2024.

MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes – For a limited time, get a free burger with any $25 gift card purchase redeemable through the MOOYAH app.

Nékter Juice Bar – Purchase holiday gift cards with special bonus cards: $5 bonus card with $25 gift card; $10 Bonus Card with $50 gift card; and $20 bonus card with $100 Gift Card.

Newk’s Eatery – For every $50 spent, Newk’s Rewards members will receive a $10 bonus reward

O’Charley’s Restaurant + Bar – Buy $25 in gift cards, enjoy a free appetizer. Offer expires December 3, 2023.

Old Chicago Pizza + Taproom – Buy $25 in gift cards, get a $5 bonus card.

Olga’s Kitchen – Get $30 in bonus bucks with each $100 gift card purchase. $25 gets you $5 in bonus bucks.

On the Border – Get a $10 dine-in bonus card for every $50 in gift cards purchased at your local restaurant and online.

Outback Steakhouse – Purchase $50 in gift cards and receive a $10 off bonus card for you. Reward card valid from January 1 through February 11, 2024.

Panera Bread – Free $10 bonus card for every $50 in gift cards purchased. Bonus card valid from January 1 through January 31, 2024.

Pappasito’s Cantina – Receive a $10 reward card for every $50 purchased in gift cards.

Pei Wei Asian Kitchen – $5 bonus card with every $25 gift card purchase.

Philly’s Best – For every $25 in gift cards purchased at participating locations through December 31, 2023, you will receive a $5 bonus card while supplies last. Promotional card is valid for the purchase of food and beverages (excluding alcohol) for up to a $5 value between January 1 and January 31, 2024 only at the location where the gift card was purchased.

Pho Hoa – Buy $20 gift card and get $25 in value, buy $40 gift card and get $50 in value, buy $75 gift card and get $100 in value.

Pizza Pit – Get a bonus $5 e-gift card for every $25 purchase of gift cards.

Pizza Schmizza – Now through December 15, 2023 receive 20% off all gift card orders over $25.

Planet Smoothie – Receive a $15 bonus ecard for every $50 in gift cards purchased on planetsmoothie.com. Bonus card valid November 20, 2023 through February 28, 2024.

Pollo Tropical – Free $5 holiday guest appreciation card for every $25 you spend on gift cards.

Port of Subs – Earn a free $5 gift card with every $25 gift card purchased.

Portillo’s – Buy $50 of gift cards, get a $10 promo card.

Red Lobster – “Give a Gift, Get a Gift” gift card deal. For every $50 spent on gift cards purchased in-restaurant or online, guests will receive two bonus coupons for $10. $10 bonus coupons valid for Dine-in or online to-go orders, with minimum purchase of $40; excludes alcohol, tax, third party delivery, catering, gratuity, and gift cards. First bonus coupon valid January 8 through January 31, 2024 and second bonus coupon valid February 1 through Febraury 29, 2024, excluding February 14, 2024.

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews – Free $5 bonus buck reward with every $25 gift card purchase.

Regina Pizzeria – Purchase $50 in Regina gift cards before January 1, 2024 and get a $10 gift card free. $10 gift card valid January 1 through March 31, 2024.

Robeks – For every $35 that you gift to your friends and family through the Robeks Rewards app, you’ll receive a $5 digital voucher. For every $35 in physical gift cards that you purchase in-store, you’ll receive a $5 scratch-off that will have a code that will apply $5 off on your in-app purchase. The $5 vouchers expire on Tuesday, December 31, 2024

Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery – Buy a $50 gift card, receive a $10 bonus card.

Roy Rogers – Receive a $5 bonus card with every gift card purchase of $25. Available in-store at participating locations.

Ruby Tuesday – Get a $30 gift card for $25, Get a $60 gift card for $50. Offer expires January 29, 2024.

Ruby’s Diner – Buy $50 in gift cards, get a $10 bonus card towards your next online purchase. Valid through January 31, 2024.

Saladworks – Now through December 31, 2023 receive a $5 bonus card with any $25 gift card purchase.

Schlotzsky’s – Buy $25 in gift cards and get $5 reward back. The reward code must be first unlocked in the Schlotzsky’s app prior to February 14, 2024 and will expire 14 days after unlocking.

Shake Shack – For every $25 you spend on gift cards online or in-Shack, get $5 back. Offer expires December 27, 2023.

Shari’s – Get a $5 bonus card for every $25 gift card purchased. Bonus cards will be redeemable January 1 through February 29, 2024.

Sharky’s Woodfired Mexican Grill – Get a $5 bonus card for every $25 gift card or reload purchase.

Shoney’s – Purchase a $30 gift card for only $25. Offer valid at participating locations only for a limited time.

Skyline Chili – Purchase $30 in gift cards, get a free $5 certificate. $5 gift certificate valid January 1 through February 28, 2024.

Smashburger – Purchase a $25 gift card by January 2, 2024 and receive $5 Smash Cash redeemable from January 3 through February 29, 2024.

Smokey Bones – Purchase a $25 gift card and receive a $5 bonus buck. Bonus buck valid January 1 through February 28, 2024.

Snuffer’s – Buy $25, get $5. Buy $50, get $10.

Subway – For every $25 in gift cards purchased, you’ll get a free 6″ sub on your next visit.

Sullivan’s Steakhouse – For gift card purchases between $100-$199 you’ll receive one $10 bonus card, for gift card purchases between $200-$299 you’ll receive one $20 bonus card, for gift card purchases between $300-$399 you’ll receive one $30 bonus card, for gift card purchases between $400-$499 you’ll receive one $40 bonus card, for gift card purchases between $500-$599 you’ll receive one $75 bonus card. Higher levels also available. Bonus cards will be redeemable January 1 through March 25, 2024 (excluding February 14, 2023).

Taco Cabana – Purchase $25 in gift cards and receive a $5 appreciation card. Appreciation cards valid through March 31, 2024.

Taco John’s – For every $25 in gift cards purchased in-store or online, guests will receive a $5 bonus card redeemable from January 1 to February 28, 2024.

TacoTime – For every $50 in TacoTime gift cards purchased online, you will receive a $15 bonus ecard. Bonus cards valid through February 29, 2024. Offer valid through December 31, 2023.

Taqueria La Ventana – Buy $25, get $5. Buy $50, get $10.

Taziki’s Mediterranean Café – Visit any participating Taziki’s location this season and receive a $10 voucher for every $50 in gift cards purchased. Voucher valid through March 31, 2024. Offer valid through January 28, 2024.

Ted’s Montana Grill – Enjoy 15% off with any gift card purchase of $500+.

Tender Greens – Receive a $10 promotional ecard for every $50 in gift or egift cards purchased. Promotional ecard is available for use starting January 1st, 2024.

Teriyaki Madness – Get a free $10 bonus gift card with each $50 gift card purchased. Available online only.

Texas Roadhouse – Get a $5 bonus egift card for every $30 you spend on Texas Roadhouse gift cards online.

TGI Fridays – For every $50 you spend on gift cards, you get $20 back in Bonus Bites cards. Bonus Bites cards valid through February 29, 2024.

The All American Steakhouse – From November 25 through December 21, 2023, you’ll receive a $10 bonus card for every $50 spent on gift cards. Bonus cards valid December 26, 2023 through January 31, 2024. Not valid on online gift card purchases.

The Cheesecake Factory – Beginning Monday, November 20 through the end of the year, for every $50 worth of gift cards purchased online, guests will receive a $15 bonus card that can be redeemed beginning January 1 through February 29, 2024. Additionally, this offer will be available at all of The Cheesecake Factory restaurants nationwide beginning Black Friday, November 24, 2023 through the end of the year.

The Counter Custom Burgers – Buy $50 in gift cards, get a $15 bonus gift card.

The Loop – Free $10 bonus cards when you purchase $25 in gift cards. Offer valid through January 15, 2024.

The Old Spaghetti Factory – For every $50 in gift cards purchased, you’ll receive a free $10 voucher. Voucher valid January 1 through March 31, 2024. Offer expires December 24, 2023.

The Simple Greek – Now through December 31, 2023 receive a $5 Garbanzo bonus card with any $25 gift card purchase.

The Toasted Yolk Cafe – Get a $10 bonus card for every $50 in gift cards that they purchase. The bonus cards can then be used between January 1 and March 31, 2024.

Tijuana Flats – Buy $25 in gift cards, get $5 bonus bucks. Buy $50 in gift cards, get $15 bonus bucks. Bonus cards can then be used between January 2 and February 29, 2024.

TooJay’s – For every $50 in gift cards purchased, receive a $10 bonus card for future use. Bonus cards can then be used between January 1 and February 29, 2024.

Twin Peaks – Get a $5 bonus for every $25 in gift cards.

Twisted Root Burger Co. – Buy $50 in gift cards, get $10 in bonus certificates. Buy $25 in gift cards, get $5 in bonus certificates. Bonus certificates valid January 1 through February 29, 2024.

Valentino’s – With $50 gift card purchase, get $10 in gift cards free.

Veggie Grill – Get a $5 promo card when you purchase a $25 gift card. $5 promo card is valid for a single transaction at any Veggie Grill location from November 1, 2023 through March 31, 2024. Offer expires December 31, 2023.

Village Inn – Free $5 bonus card when you buy $25 in gift cards.

Wahlburgers – Get a $5 Wahlburgers bonus card for every $25 you purchase. $5 bonus card is valid January 1 through March 31, 2024.

Wingers Restaurant & Alehouse – Recieve a $15 Wingback with a $50 gift card purchase, or receive a $5 Wingback with a purchase of a $25 Wingers gift card.

World of Beer – Buy $50 in gift cards and get a $10 bonus card. Offer ends December 31, 2023. Bonus card valid January 1 through March 15, 2024.

Zoup! – Make a $25 gift card purchase and get a $5 bonus card.

Gift Card Bonus Deals at National Retailers

Kroger – Various gift card bonuses and discounts available online with changing promo dates and offers

The Children’s Place: $50 or more = $10 Gift Coupon

DSW (Designer Shoe Warehouse) –$50 = $10 Bonus Card/$100 = $25 Bonus Card

Valid for use 12/31/2023 to 2/3/2024

Flower Child: $50 = $10 Bonus Card

Regal Cinemas: $50 = $10 Concessions Bonus

Washman Car Wash – Buy 4 washes = 2 Free

Not specifically a holiday card – available year-round

Thanks to trade publication Restaurant News and other sources for much of the research for this round-up, including validating and updating our list from a previous year.

ecoXplorer Evelyn Kanter is a journalist with 20+ years of experience as a newspaper and magazine writer, radio & TV news producer & reporter, and author of guidebooks and smartphone apps – all focusing on travel, automotive, the environment and your rights as a consumer.

ecoXplorer Evelyn Kanter currently serves as President of the International Motor Press Assn. (IMPA), a former Board Member of the Society of American Travel Writers (SATW) and a current member of the North American Travel Journalists Assn. (NATJA) and the North American Snowsports Journalists Assn. (NASJA).

Contact me at evelyn@ecoxplorer.com.