Buy a pasta dish from any Buca di Beppo and get a free bowl of spaghetti on Monday, March 15.  No coupon required.  Buca says they’ll serve the free pasta at all 83 locations to celebrate their attempt to break the Guiness record for the largest bowl of pasta.  Buca plans to have a 10,000 pound bowl of pasta at their Anaheim, CA restaurant on Friday March 12. More details on this special at the Buca Facebook page at THIS LINK.

Souplantation & Sweet Tomatoes has new coupons for March good for buy one, get one free meals and lunch discounts.   With coupon one,  good through March14, buy one adult meal and two beverages, get one meal free.  Coupon two is good for a weekday lunch for $5.99,  good through March 19.   Coupon three is for a family meal for $19.99, good through March 18. You can get all three coupons directly from the Sweet Tomatoes website at THIS LINK. 

Get Endless Refills on pancakes or French fries at Denny’s restaurants.  All you need to buy is an entree valued at $2.50 or more, and one that includes pancakes or fries.  Your server will bring you refills all day long. More details on the Dennys website at THIS LINK.

Applebee’s has a new “Ultimate Trios” special where you pick three appetizers for a low price of $11.99.  These are trio-sized (smaller) appetizers from their regular appetizer menu,  including Buffalo Wings, Cheeseburger Sliders, Dynamite Shrimp, Steak Quesadilla, and other items.  No coupon required. More details on the Applebee’s website at THIS LINK.

Kentucky Fried Chicken has a new $5 Bonells Filet Box for lunch. Comes with chicken breast filet, a side item, biscuit and medium drink. No coupon required but KFC has other coupons on their website at THIS LINK.

Qdoba Mexican Grill says kids can eat free on Saturdays in March. Get a free kids meal with purchase of any entree. Items on the kids meals include Lil’ burritos, quesadilla, or taco and come with beans or apple sauce.   Details are not on the Qdoba website yet but came to us in an email from Qdoba (see right).

McCormick and Schmick upscale seafood chain has a new Lobster Ravioli with Blue Crab dinner for $19.95. This is served in light white wine cream sauce with roasted tomatoes and spinach. Other items on the “America’s Crab” menu include a filet mignon and King Crab or Crab Cake for $26.95.   More details are on menus at the McCormick and Schmick website at THIS LINK.

Restaurant.com has updated their gift certificate prices. They’re now 50% off  now through March 4.  Pay $5  for a $25 gift certificate (normal price is $10) and you get a certificate for $25 off your dining bill.  Also get a free $10 off certificate.   The normal restriction is the food bill must be at least $50.   As always with restaurant.com  there is a limited number of coupons for each restaurant.  So, if you see what you want, it is best to grab it.   To get the new discount, meaning you pay $5 for a $25 gift certificate, use promo code DINE when you check out.   LINK

Benihana says their Chef Special for March is a hibachi chicken and shrimp dinner for two, for $35.  As always at Benihana,  the meal comes with Japanese onion soup, followed by a salad with ginger dressing.  The chef will prepare your chicken and shrimp, along with vegetables, hibachi-style on a sizzling steel grill.  The entrée will be served with homemade dipping sauces and steamed rice.  More details on the Benihana website at THIS LINK.

Maggiano’s Italian restaurant has a new three course menu for March priced at $40 per couple. The menu includes one appetizer to share or two side salads, two entrees, and four mini-desserts.  Entrees include Balsamic-Glazed Salmon, Braised Veal Pasta,  and other items.  Appetizer choices include Zucchini Fritte, Tomato Bruschetta and Stuffed Mushrooms.  Side salad choices are Chopped, Caesar, or Maggiano’s.  Plus choose 4 Mini-Desserts such as Tiramisu, Crème Brulée, Apple Crostada, Chocolate Cake or New York Style Cheesecake.  This deal is not on the Maggianos website but came in an email to all members of the Maggianos email list.

Red Robin has a new Prime Chophouse Burger meal for $5.99.  Comes with Bottomless Steak Fries.  This is a gourmet burger with steak sauce, sauteed mushrooms and Provolone cheese on an onion bun.  Also for $5.99 is a new Southwest Grilled Chicken Salad.  More details on the Red Robin website at THIS LINK.
This is part of the restaurant’s turnaround plan after a disappointing quarter.  More
details on that at THIS LINK.

Quiznos is promoting their new Artisan Bread menu with coupons for $2 off a large sub or free chips and drink.   The new artisan breads are Italian Herb, Rosemary Parmesan, Italian White and 9-Grain Artisan Wheat.  Quiznos says they are fortified with 8 essential vitamins and minerals, plus the antioxidants vitamin E and zinc. As part of the promotion Quiznos is giving out coupons for $2 off a large sub ($1 off a regular sub) or free chips and a regular fountain drink with purchase of any regular sub or chopped salad.  You can use our coupons below or get your own at THIS LINK.

Burger King announced this week they are delivering their a new line of  Steakhouse XT premium burgers nationwide, at all locations.
Till now the XT burgers were available only at selected locations.  BK says the $3.99 XT is 30 percent larger than their competition at McDonalds’s, the Angus Third Pounder.  BK says they  upgraded their kitchens with new broilers to prepare for the new line.
“This new broiler is a game-changing piece of equipment and a significant point of differentiation for us,” said John Schaufelberger,  senior vice president, global product marketing and innovation, Burger King Corporation.
“Not only is the technology revolutionary to our industry, it is proprietary to the Burger King brand. It allows us to up the ante in our product development across the board - from superior quality food and unconventional menu innovations to even more competitive value offerings.”

Burger King says it is currently testing a variety of products that can now be made on the  new broiler, including fall-off-the-bone BK Fire-Grilled Ribs, stuffed burgers, and an array of one-of-a-kind offerings for breakfast, snacks and even flame-kissed desserts.

For more info on the XT Steakburger including nutrition info, see the BK website at THIS LINK.

Captain D’s fast seafood place has a 15-piece fried shrimp dinner for $4.99. Comes with two sides.  Don’t forget that kids eat free at Captain D’s on Thursdays. Get two free kid’s meals with any adult entree purchase at regular price. Dine in only. More details on both specials at the Captain D’s website at THIS LINK.

Chili’s restaurants have a new menu called Fresh Pairings where you get an appetizer and entree for just $9.99.  Appetizers included eggrolls, fried cheese or cheese fries.  Entrees include fried shrimp, half rack of ribs, Mini Tacos (including chicken, shrimp, pork or ground beef); Asian, Caribbean or Caesar sald with chicken; and Steakhouse or BBQ Sandwich.  More details on the Chili’s website at THIS LINK.

Flemings Steakhouse plans an upscale wine dinner this St. Patrick’s Day.  The dinner is $55 per person but does include wine with a four-course dinner.  starts at 6:30 pm on Friday, March 12.   The menu includes Irish Cheeses served with Riesling, Salmon served with Parducci, Filet Mignon served with Merlot, and chocolate cake with Chantilly Cream.  More details on the Flemings website at THIS LINK.

Lobsterfest returns today to Red Lobster with new lobster combinations and two new items.  New on the menu and only during Lobsterfest are Lobster, Shrimp and Parmesan Scampi, and Wood-Grilled Sirloin Surf and Turf.   Back again is Rock Island Stuffed Tilapia, covered with a a creamy lobster butter sauce.  Also back is Lobster Lover’s Dream.  This item comes in three different varieties: Rock lobster tail  , Grilled Maine lobster tail, Lobster Pasta Alfredo with langostino and Maine lobster meat.  Menu selections begin at $17.50.  More details on the Red Lobster website at THIS LINK.

McCormick and Schmick, the high-end seafood chain, is celebrating Fat Tuesday (aka Mardis Gras) in the bar with New Orleans specials through Wednesday, Feb. 17. Items include mini-Oyster Po’Boys for $7.95,  Sausage and Shrimp Etoufee for $13.95, and Jambalaya for $12.95.  Special cocktails like Black Magic and Voodoo Buzz will also be available.  More details on the McCormick and Schmick website at THIS LINK.

Many Sizzler steakhouses will be serving a special Valentines Dinner Sunday featuring steak and lobster for $14.99.  Comes with a 6-oz. steak and lobster tail.  To find out if the Sizzler near you is participating you’ll need to contact your local Sizzler; more details at THIS LINK.

Hooters sports bars have crab legs for $8.99 a pound on weekends.  Good Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through April 4.  No coupon required. More details on the Hooters website at THIS LINK.

Outback Steak House is giving out $10 gift certificates to all couples on Valentines Day weekend.  The $10 off requires purchase of two entrees and is good for a future visit from Feb. 15 to March 31 with the purchase of two entrees.  Outback will also be open early on Valentines.  More details from Outback at THIS LINK.

Regardless of your budget, we have the Valentines Dinner deal for you. Here is our roundup of Valentines Dinner deals, ranging from the a $29.95 dinner for two at O’Charley’s to a steak and seafood feast for $99 at Mortons.  Here is a summary, in alphabetic order.

1. Flemings Steak House will give you $25 off your next visit when you reserve online for dinner any night Feb. 12-14. After dinner your server will bring you a gift card for $25 off.   On Valentines Day choose from a special menu including Porterhouse Steak dinner for two, $98 for two, and Filet Mignon and Lobster, $89 for two. LINK.
2. McCormick & Schmick, the high-end seafood chain,  has Valentines dinner for $29.95 per person.  Comes with soup or salad, then Filet Mignon or Lobster Tail AND choice of Crab Cake, Grilled Filet of Salmon or Skewer of Shrimp. LINK.
3. Mortons Steak House has a  Signature Three-Course Dinner, $99.95 for two on Valentines Day.   Comes with salad, Filets, a choice of two items like scallops or crab cakes, a potato and vegetable to share, and dessert. LINK.
4.  O’Charley’s restaurants have a new three-course dinner for two for $29.99. Good Friday,  Feb. 12 through Valentines Day Sunday, Feb. 14.  Comes with one appetizer, two entrees such as grilled Atlantic Salmon or grilled top sirloin,  and one dessert.  LINK.
5. Outback Steak House is giving out $10 gift certificates to all couples on Valentines Day weekend. LINK
6. Red Lobster has a seafood dinner for two for $29.99 per person on Valentines Day.  Red Lobster will also be serving from their regular menu, as well as the limited-time Prix Fixe dinner,  still $29.99 for two.  This is a three-course dinner that comes with two salads, two entrees,  and a choice of either one dessert or one appetizer.   LINK.
7. Ruby Tuesday has a three course dinner for $19.99 per person for Valentines.  This deal is good any night Feb. 12 through 14. Get a shared appetizer, an entree such as lobster, salmon, steak or ribs, and a shared dessert, for $19.98. LINK.
8. Ruth’s Chris Steak House has two Valentines Dinner deals, depending on your location. Deal 1 is “A Weekend Full of Romance,” $99 for two, that includes salad, filet, lobster tail, and a Champagne toast.  Good on Valentines weekend at select locations.  Deal 2 is a 3-course dinner for $39.95 per person.  LINK.
9. Many Sizzler steakhouses will be serving a special Valentines Dinner Sunday featuring steak and lobster for $14.99. LINK.
10. And last but not least, Waffle House is having a romantic Valentines Dinner again this year at select locations.  LINK.

Subway has all regular footlong sandwiches for $5.  No coupon required but this is for a limited time. More details at the Subway site at THIS LINK.

Dennys restaurants is serving a free Grand Slam to every customer on Tuesday, Feb. 9.  This deal is good from 6 am to 2 pm at every Dennys location.  No coupon required. Dennys announced it in their Super Bowl commercial.  Dennys did the same last year and served 2 million free Grand Slams.  The Grand Slam is a breakfast plate that comes with eggs, bacon, sausage and pancakes, or you can swap for other items.
“We are leveraging the power of Super Bowl once again to connect with our customers to keep Denny’s in their hearts and minds by communicating our Original Grand Slam offer,” said nelson Machioli, CEO and President of Denny’s.
“We know that times are tough and a free hot breakfast helps a lot of folks
and their families … we heard from thousands last year who thanked us.”

Details on the Dennys website at THIS LINK.

Mortons Steak House has a  Signature Three-Course Dinner, $99.95 for two on Valentines Day.   Comes with salad, Filets, a choice of two items like scallops or crab cakes, a potato and vegetable to share, and dessert.  You can also order from the usual Mortons menu.  More details on the Mortons site at THIS LINK.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House has two Valentines Dinner deals, depending on your location. Deal 1 is “A Weekend Full of Romance,” $99 for two.  Includes salad, filet,  lobster tail, and a Champagne toast.  Good on Valentines weekend (Friday, Saturday, or Sunday) at select locations.  Deal 2 is a full 3-course meal featuring a starter, entrée, personal side and dessert, $39.95 per person.   For more details see the Ruths Chris website at THIS LINK.

Whether you’re going out or taking out, here are 10 Super Bowl deals:
GOING OUT

1.  Hooters sports bar chain will give away a 40″ HDTV at every
   restaurant on Super Bowl Sunday.  Details at THIS LINK.  
2.  TGI Fridays will have half priced appetizers at the bar this Super Bowl Sunday.  Appetizers include Loaded Potato Skins, Buffalo Wings and Tostada Nachos. LINK.
3. PF Chang’s will give you a $10 gift card for every $50 you spend on Super Bowl Sunday.  Good for either dine in or takeout all day Feb. 7. LINK.

TAKEOUT

1. Krystal hamburger place has 10 burgers for $4.99.  Details at THIS LINK.Krystal burger places have a special for Superbowl Sunday featuring 10 Krystals for just $4.99. LINK
2. Papa John’s has all large pizzas for $10, with up to 7 toppings. LINK.
3. Boston Market has coupons for $1, $2 or $4 off a purchase.LINK.
4. KFC has a coupon for 30 of their new Fiery Grilled Wings for $19.99.LINK.
5. Pizza Hut has $10 Pizza Days with any pizza, any toppings, any crust and any size for $10. Pizza Hut also has $4 off an online order of $20 or more. LINK.
6. The Fox and Hound sports bars have a buy one round of ten wings, get another
   free.  Takeout only. LINK.
7. Champps Americana sports bars have a buy one round of ten wings, get another free, for Super Bowl Sunday.  Takeout only.  LINK.

McCormick & Schmick, the high-end seafood chain,  has a very nice looking Valentines dinner for $29.95 per person. Comes with soup or salad, then Filet Mignon or Lobster Tail AND choice of Crab Cake, Grilled Filet of Salmon or Skewer of Shrimp, plus seasonable vegetables.  This  deal is good all Valentines Day weekened, Feb., 12-14.  More details on the McCormick and Schmick website at THIS LINK.

On the Border Tex-Mex chain has “Endless Enchiladas” for $7.99.  Get unlimited seconds on ground beef, cheese, or chicken enchiladas.  More details on the  On the Border website at THIS LINK.

Restaurant Week 2010 continues to roll out across the USA.  This annual event allows you to visit the finest restaurants for a special price, usually around $20 for lunch or $25-$30 for dinner.  We have links to all the city websites where you can get more details like prices and menus.

We’re not talking fast food here - the participating restaurants are all on the culinary cutting edge and offer an incredible variety of delicious dishes.  Here are the upcoming Restaurant Weeks we’ve found . Visit the websites for details and participating restaurants.

Alexandria Restaurant Week    January 15-24 Link

Atlantic City Restaurant Week   Feb. 28- March 6. Link

Austin Restaurant Week   Sorry but you’ll have to wait till next September. Link

Baltimore Restaurant Week   January 2-Feb. 7 Link

Bethlehem, PA Restaurant Week. Dates TBD. Link

Boston Restaurant Week    March 14-19 and and 21-26. Link

Charlotte Restaurant Week   January 22-31 Link

Chicago Restaurant Week  Feb. 19-28.   Link

Cleveland Restaurant Week   Feb. 22-28. Link

Columbus Restaurant Week  Jan. 18-23.   Link

Denver Restaurant Week  Feb. 20-March 5.  Link

Hamptons Restaurant Week   March 21-28.  Link

Howard County, MD Restaurant Week   Jan. 28-31. Link

Hudson Restaurant Week  Feb. 1-12.  Link

Hudson Valley, NY Restaurant Week   March 15-28. Link

Kansas CityRestaurant Week   Jan. 22-31. Link

Los Angeles dineLA Restaurant Week  January 24-29 and Jan. 31-Feb. 5. Link

Madison Restaurant Week   Jan. 24-29. Link

Maine Restaurant Week   March 1-10. Link

Miami Winter Spice   Returns in August. Link

Miami Valleyy / Dayton, OH Restaurant Week  Jan. 24-29.  Link

Nantucket Restaurant Week   June 7-13. Link

Nashville Restaurant Week  Jan. 11-17.   Link

New York City Restaurant Week Winter 2009    January 25-Feb. 7. Link.  More details including a list of participating restaurants: Link.  Blog with additional info: Link.

Newport, RI Restaurant Week   March 20-29. Link

Northampton, MA Restaurant Week  returns in June.  Link

Ocean City, MD Restaurant Week returns in October. Link

Orange County, CA Restaurant Week  Feb. 28-March 6. Link

Palm Springs, CA Restaurant Week   June 4-13. Link

Philadelphia Center City Restaurant Week  Jan. 17-22 and 24-29.  Link

Portsmouth, ME Restaurant Week returns in November. Link

San Diego Restaurant Week  Jan. 17-22.  Link

San Francisco Dine About Town  Jan. 15-31 with a launch party Jan. 13.  Link

Seattle Dine Around   March 1-31. Link

Triangle area, NC (Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill) Restaurant Week  returns in May. No other details as yet but check back at this Link

Virginia Beach Restaurant Week   Jan.17- 24. Link

Washington, DC Winter Restaurant Week Jan. 11-17. Link

PF Chang’s will give you a $10 gift card for every $50 you spend on Superbowl Sunday.  Good for either dine in or takeout all day Feb. 7.  For more details go to the  PF Chang’s website at THIS LINK.

Champps Americana sports bars have a buy one takeout order of ten wings, get another order for free, for Super Bowl Sunday.  Takeout only.   “We have everything that our guests could possibly want for the ultimate viewing experience,” said Fran Vavala, Vice President of Operations, “but we know that many people will be hosting or going to a party in a home setting. Now they can have the Champps food they crave without having to change their plans for the Big Game.”

More details at THIS LINK.

If you’re looking for a reasonable dinner deal for Valentines Day check out the $29.99 seafood dinner for two at Red Lobster.  On Valentines Day Red Lobster will be serving from their regular menu, as well as the limited-time Prix Fixe dinner, still $29.99 for two.  This is a three-course dinner that comes with two salads, two entrees (ranging from Garlic-Herb Shrimp Pasta,  Garlic-Herb Grilled Shrimp, Wood-Grilled Tilapia,  Peach Bourbon BBQ Chicken and Shrimp among others),  and a choice of either one dessert or one appetizer.   Chocolate Wave Cake, the #1 favorite dessert in the restaurant,  is on the Prix Fixe menu. For more details see the Red Lobster website at THIS LINK.

If you’re planning an upscale Valentines Day Dinner, check out this deal at Flemings Steak House.  Reserve online and get $25 off your next visit.   After dinner on any night of Feb. 12-14, your server will bring you a gift card for $25 off, good through end of March.  As for the Valentines Day menu, Flemings has a special menu for Feb. 12-14 including : Porterhouse Steak dinner for two, $98; Filet Mignon and Lobster, $89 for two, and desserts like Red Velvet Cake with Chocolate Strabwberries, $9.50 for two, and special Valentini cocktails for $9.95. More details and reservations on the Flemings website at THIS LINK.

Chicago Uno has a new steak and shrimp skewer deal for $9.99 with add-ons for another $3.   The deal is this: Pick two sticks: STEAK OR SHRIMP, two sides, two sauces:  Tamarind Cashew, Chianti ‘Jus or WOWZA. Mix and match with as many skewers as you please. You start you with two,  but you can have three, four, or as many as you like. Just add $3 per skewer, steak or shrimp.  You can also have a house or Caesar side salad and a mini dessert with any dish for $3 more.  More details on the Uno Chicago Grill website at THIS LINK.

Benihana’s Chef’s Special for February is an Hibachi Shrimp dinner for two for $35.  Comes with onion soup, Benihana salad, shrimp appetizer, hibachi vegetables and rice, and hot green tea and ice cream.  Available in most locations.  This deal came in an email to Chef’s Table members and should show up on their website soon at THIS LINK.

It’s official, Waffle House is having a romantic Valentines Dinner again this year at select locations.  If you’re interested, check out the list of participating restaurants at THIS LINK and make your reservation.
And if you want to get of ~real~ cheap, Waffle House will send a free Valentines e-card from you to your special someone.  That’s available at THIS LINK.

Olive Garden, the Italian dining chain, has a new winter menu featuring four new cheese-stuffed pasta ” Pansotti” dishes starting at $10.95.  The four-cheese stuffed Pansotti with Sausage, $10.95 at most locations, is a Ravioli dish filled with mozzazrella,  rocotta, asiago and parmesan cheese, and comes with grilled Italian sausange.  The four-cheese stuffed Pansottie with Chicken is $14.25 at most locations. More details on the Olive Garden website at THIS LINK.

TGI Fridays has a new $12.99 three-course dinner. Choose from a starter like Italian Salad or Chicken Quesadillas, an entree like Parmesan-Crusted Chicken, Petite Sirloin or Shrimp Key West, and a dessert like Vanilla Cheesecake. More details on the Ruby Tuesday website at THIS LINK.

Quiznos is promoting their new Chopped Salads with a coupon for a salad combo for $5.99. Quiznos also has a coupon for $1 off a regular or $2 off a large sub.  New salads include Chili Taco and Chicken Taco.  You can use our coupons below or get your own from the Quiznos website at THIS LINK.

Black Angus steakhouse has coupons for two new deals: Steak and Prawns dinner for $14.95 and Campfire Feast for two for $38.  The Steak and Prawns dinner comes with a 12oz Strip steak and four Lemon-Garlie Prawns, and a choice of two of 16 sides. The Campfire Feast includes an appetizer, an entree like Prime Rib or Ribeye, two sides, and dessert.  You can use our coupon below or get your own from  Black Angus at THIS LINK.

Boston Market is giving two free kids meals for every adult purchase through Jan. 31.  No coupon required but kids must be present to claim their meals. Good for up to 4 kids with the purchase of a family meal.  More details on the Boston Market website at THIS LINK.

Sonic burger place is promoting an expanded $1 Everyday Value Menu.  Items on the $1 menu include a Jr. Deluxe Burger, Chicken Strip Sandwich, Jr. Breakfast Burrito, and Jr. Candy Sundae.  More details at THIS LINK.

Longhorn Steak House has new entrees like Bacon Crusted Sirloin for $11.99 and Parmesan Crusted Chicken for $9.99.  Details at THIS LINK.

Steak ‘n Shake has extended their Happy Hour times and is continuing with other specials like kids eat free all day Saturday and Sunday.  Happy hour is 2-4 pm weekdays with half-price shakes and drinks, and now is being extended to 2 to 4 am for the late night crowd.  Also offered are combo steakburger meals under $4 and a steakburger snack meal for $2.89. The kids eat free deal is dine in only on Saturday and Sunday and requires adult purchase of $8 for every free kids plate.   More details at THIS LINK.

Hardees has a new coupon for their  “Portobello Mushroom Melt Thickburger” with an offer of free fries and drink.  Coupon is good thru Jan. 20.   Don’t think that Hardees has gone vegetarian, though.  The Portobello comes on top of a thick beef burger and weighs in at 670 calories.   The Portobello burger comes with Charbroiled Beef, sauteed Portobello mushrooms,  grilled onions, and two slices of melted Swiss on sourdough bread. You can use our coupon below, or get your own at THIS LINK. 

If you want all the nutrition info, Hardees provides it at THIS LINK.

Morton’s Steak House, a high-end place with locations in 20 states, is continuing their happy hour in 2010.    Morton’s calls this the “Power Hour.”  Deals vary by location but most include $5 wines, $7 Cosmos, and $5 Bar Bites such as Petite Filet Mignon sandwich, Prime Cheeseburger, and Miniature crab Cakes.  Times vary by restaurant, some from 5 pm to closing, some from 5-6:30 and 9 pm to closing. For times and menus at the Morton’s near you, select your city from the Mortons website at THIS LINK.

Applebees has a new menu of entrees under 550 calories.  Most are around $10.    Applebees is also continuing their 2 for $20 dinner special.  For more details go to the Applebees site at THIS LINK.

Red Lobster has a new three-course meal for two deal for $29.99. Each person gets a Garden or Caesar Salad and chooses an entree such as Garlic-Herb Grilled Shrimp or Wood Grilled Fresh Salmon, plus an appetizer or dessert (Key Lime Pie, Warm Apple Crumble a la Mode) to share.
More details on the Red Lobster website at THIS LINK.