Which restaurants have the best breakfast, lunch and dinner specials on Thursday? Read our roundup of Thursday restaurant deals to save! We have deals that include half-priced appetizers, taco and pizza specials, wine at half price and more!
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Here’s a list of restaurant chains that feature special daily deals on Thursdays:
Applebee’s
Applebee’s has a $2 for $20 menu featuring Steak, Ribs and more entrees that lets two people dine for one low price. Get one appetizer to share and your choice of two entrees. Some entrees have an upcharge. The 2 for $20 menu varies by location. To see the complete 2 for $20 menu at your location visit the Applebee’s 2 for $20 menu page here. You may need to click “Order” on the 2 for $20 Menu Icon and select your location first.
For other deals at your neighborhood grill and bar, click here to visit the EatDrinkDeals Applebee’s page.
Arooga’s Grille House and Sports Bar
Get growlers for half price during the new Arooga’s happy hour. Every day from 5 pm to 7 pm get Growler fills starting at just $4. You can find the beer list at: Arooga’s Beer List. Arooga’s posted the special on their Facebook page.
Go to our EatDrinkDeals Arooga’s page to learn about other deals at the sports bar chain.
B. GOOD
Kids eat free at B. GOOD on Thursdays with purchase of an adult entree. Go to our EatDrinkDeals B. GOOD page for more info on this and other B. GOOD deals.
Bar Louie
Bar Louie has $6 Happy Hour appetizers from 4-7 pm on Thursdays. You can call in your order or order online. Click here to order online, and use coupon code HAPPYAPPS for the deal.
For more details on this and other daily specials, click here to visit our EatDrinkDeals Bar Louie story.
Beef ‘O’ Brady’s
Beef ‘O’ Brady’s has a $13.99 Fajita special every Thursday. For menu and more details see: Beef O’Brady’s Specials Page.
For more details on this and other daily specials, click here for our EatDrinkDeals Beef ‘O’ Brady’s page!
Bertucci’s
Bertucci’s has a Family Meal Deal rotating every day of the week to feed two people for $20, or four people for $36. On Thursday, the Family Meal Deal is Chicken Parmesan. See our Bertucci’s story for more details and other specials.
BJ’s Restaurants
BJ’s Restaurants have a daily specials menu good Mondays through Thursdays. On Thursdays for $14.95 get a half-rack of ribs. For more details and other BJ’s deals, see our EatDrinkDeals BJ’s Restaurant Specials story.
Brann’s Steakhouse
Brann’s Steakhouse has $15.99 All You Can Eat Ribs on Thursdays. For more details see the Bran’s Steakhouse Promotions Page.
Bruster’s Ice Cream
Bruster’s Ice Cream has half-price banana splits every Thursday at participating locations. You bring the banana, Bruester’s will provide the ice cream and toppings for half price. For more details see the Bruster’s Promotions page.
Buca di Beppo
Buca di Beppo has a Daily Meal Deal available for To-Go or delivery each day of the week for $33 to feed 3 people, or $50 to feed 5 people – Thursday is Chicken or Eggplant Parmigiana with Spaghetti.
For more details on these and other menu specials, click here to go to the EatDrinkDeals Buca di Beppo page!
Buffalo Wild Wings
Buffalo Wild Wings has BOGO Boneless Wings on Thursdays at participating locations. For more details go to the EatDrinkDeals Buffalo Wild Wings story.
Cafe Rio Mexican Grill
Cafe Rio Mexican Grill has a daily deals menu with tacos, enchiladas, tostadas and more starting at $5.99. On Thursdays get Yolanda’s Tomales for $7.69. For more details see the Cafe Rio Daily Specials Website. Price and participation may vary by location.
Update: Due to capacity restrictions, Cafe Rio has suspended their daily specials at some locations.
Chili’s
Chili’s has a “3 for $10” special every day. Get an appetizer, an entree, and a non-alcoholic beverage for $10. Chili’s has the details on their 3 for $10 deal on the Chili’s 3 for $10 Page.
For more info on this and other Chili’s deals, like their Dinner for Two special and Margarita of the Month, click here for the EatDrinkDeals Chili’s page.
Cotton Patch Cafe
Cotton Patch Cafe has Early Bird Specials from 3-6 PM Monday – Friday. For $8.99, choose from one of six entrees available, like Chipotle Maple Chicken, and be proud that you saved some money because your tummy was growling in the early afternoon! Cotton Patch Cafe announced the special on its website.
For more deals like the Family Meals to go, click here to visit our EatDrinkDeals Cotton Patch Cafe page.
Dave & Buster’s
Dave & Buster’s has a Happy Hour Monday – Friday from 4-7 pm with food and drink specials, which vary by location. See the Dave & Busters Specials Page for more details – you may need to click “Change Location” near the middle of the page to make sure you’re getting the correct deals for your local spot.
For more details on other deals, like 1/2 price games on Wednesdays, see our EatDrinkDeals Dave & Buster’s story.
Del Frisco’s Grille
Del Frisco’s Grille has Thirsty Thursdays. Get 2 Steakhouse Burgers and your choice of 2 refreshing beers, 2 VIP cocktails or a bottle of Double Eagle Cabernet wine starting at $35!. Del Frisco’s posted the special here on their website.
For more info on this and other weekday deals, plus their Happy Hour at the bar, click here for the EatDrinkDeals Del Frisco’s page.
Del Taco
Del Taco has 3 Grilled Chicken Tacos for $2.49 every Thursday from 3 PM – 11 PM. Offer valid at participating locations, for a limited time only. More details are available on our EatDrinkDeals Del Taco story.
Duffy’s
At Duffy’s Sports Grill, on Thursdays after 5 pm, get a 1/2 rack of Baby Back Ribs and one side for just $9.95. Here’s the offer posted on Facebook.
For more Duffy’s deals and specials, click here to go to our EatDrinkDeals Duffy’s page.
East Coast Wings
East Coast Wings & Grill has lunch specials on weekdays starting at just $5.99. Examples include Bone-In Wings plus a side, 1/2 sandwich plus a side, Buffalo Chicken Wrap, and more. Read our East Coast Wings story for more details.
Fatz Cafe
Get All You Can Eat Baby Back Ribs at Fatz Cafe for just $12.99. Here’s the good news posted on the Fatz Cafe Facebook page.
For more info on deals like their $9.99 Sirloin Tuesdays and other specials, click here to go to the EatDrinkDeals Fatz Cafe page.
Glory Days Grill
Glory Days Grill has weekday food specials and daily drink specials. To find the deals specific to your Glory Days Grill, click here for the Glory Days Grill locations page and select your location. For most locations, on Dual Thursdays get a Margherita, Cheese or BBQ Chicken pizza for $5.99 (Seafood, Meat Lovers or Specialty Pizzas are $7.49), or get a half order of Chili Nachos for $5.99. (Note: some locations only have the Nachos deal.)
Granite City Food and Brewery
Granite City Food and Brewery has weekday deals available for dine-in or takeout. On Ribfest Thursday, get a half Rack of house rubbed Baby Back Ribs with French fries and coleslaw for $13.99. Make it a full rack for an extra $5. Click here for the Granite City Food and Brewery Menu to view these in the “Deals” section – you’ll have to pick a location first.
Macaroni Grill
Macaroni Grill has a Date Night special on Thursdays. Get 2 beverages, 2 entrees and a dessert to share for $40. You can find the complete menu at: https://www.macaronigrill.com/duodining
For more Macaroni Grill deals and coupons to save you money, check out our EatDrinkDeals Macaroni Grill page.
Max & Erma’s
Max & Erma’s has their Cheeseburger and Fries for just $6 all day every Thursday. More details on this deal and other can be found on our EatDrinkDeals Max & Erma’s Specials page here.
Melting Pot
Romance is our middle name! Whether you’ve been dating 20 days or 20 years, let us help you deliver a romantic night every Thursday with our #Thursdate menu. Reservations highly recommended. #Thursdate #LetsMakeItAThursdate #TheMeltingPotRestaurants pic.twitter.com/nh4htHgsBW
— The Melting Pot (@TheMeltingPot) August 18, 2020
Miller’s Ale House
Miller’s Ale House has weekday specials Monday – Thursday. On Thursdays, get a 12 oz Choice Prime Rib $15.99. To see today’s deal click on the correct tab on the Miller’s Specials website. You can also find Miller’s lunch specials starting at $5.99. Daily specials are dine-in only. Price and availability may vary by location.
For more Miller’s Ale House specials, like Happy Hour, click here to read the EatDrinkDeals Miller’s Ale House story.
99 Restaurants
99 Restaurants has new Monday through Thursday specials featuring steaks and steak sandwiches starting at $12.99. Every Monday – Thursday while they last, choose from these daily specials:
- Ranch Crusted Chicken $9.99
- 18 oz. T-Bone $19.99
- 8 oz. Top Sirloin $13.99
The Sunday-Thursday daily special was announced on the 99 Restaurants Home Page. For more deals like this see our EatDrinkDeals 99 Restaurants article.
Piccadilly
Kids 12 and under eat for just $1.99 at Piccadilly all day long with purchase of an adult meal. The kid’s meal includes an entree, two sides, drink and dessert. Dine-in only, limit two kids meals per adult entree purchase. For more details, see the Piccadilly Promotions page.
Old Chicago
Get $5 Pub Pizzas and Pretzel Bites and drink specials at Old Chicago during football games on Thursdays through Mondays.
Here’s what’s available:
- $5 Pub Pizzas – Meaty Mushroom, Zesty Pepperoni, Chicago Fire, or Craft Your Own, $5 Jalapeno Pretzel Bites
- Drink Specials on Hard Seltzers, Classic Mimosas, OC Iced Tea, and Hail Mary, and Beer Specials on Coors Light, Miller Lite, Blue Moon, and others (may vary by location)
Old Chicago posted about the Football Gameday specials here on its website.
Olive Garden
Olive Garden has Lunch Duo specials starting at $7.99 Monday – Friday before 3 pm. Options include Unlimited Soup, Salad and Breadsticks, Fettuccine Alfredo, Eggplant Parmigiana, and more. For the complete Lunch Duo menu click here for the Olive Garden Lunch Duos page.
For other deals at the mega Italian restaurant chain, like the $5 Take Home entree deal, click here to read our EatDrinkDeals Olive Garden article.
Primanti Bros.
Primanti Bros. has a 5 Yardline Football Menu with $5 deals valid during all pro football games this season and two hours before kickoff. You can get the following food for $5: 10 piece Boneless Wings, 9″ Cheese Pizza, Bacon Cheddar Ranch Fries, or Mozzarella Wedges. You can wash it down with these $5 32 oz Domestic Pitchers or Domestic Six-Packs for dine-in, too. Primanti Bros. announced the 5 Yardline $5 Menu here on their website.
For other deals available, click here for the EatDrinkDeals Primanti Bros. page.
Quiznos
Quiznos has a different 8 inch sub available for $5.95 every day of the week. On Thursday, try out the Ultimate Turkey Club. Quiznos posted the Toasty Deal of the Day schedule on their website.
For more specials and deals to get toasty, click here for our EatDrinkDeals Quiznos story.
* Not valid with any other coupons or offers or deliveries.
Red Lobster
At Red Lobster it’s Throwback Thursday. For $12.99, get Walt’s Favorite Shrimp, two sides and fountain beverage or iced tea. Dine-in only.
Red Lobster posted the weekday deals on their website, and on Twitter.
We’re bringing the flavor to #ThrowbackThursday. All day*, enjoy Walt’s Favorite Shrimp, two sides, and a beverage for just $12.99. 🍤🤯 *Dine-in only pic.twitter.com/Y4WLfpamjD
— Red Lobster (@redlobster) October 1, 2020
For more info on other weekday deals, and Family Meals, click here for the EatDrinkDeals Red Lobster page.
Ruby Tuesday
Get an appetizer and two entrees for just $22 with a Ruby Tuesday deal valid Monday – Thursday. The deal is only valid for dine-in. Some entrees have a $2 upcharge. Ruby Tuesday posted the weekday deal on their Facebook page.
For more Ruby Tuesday deals that pop up from time to time, click here for the EatDrinkDeals Ruby Tuesday story.
Smokey Bones
Smokey Bones has buy one, get one free deals Mondays through Thursdays. On Thursday, it’s BOGO Boneless Wings – buy 8, get 8 free or buy 16, get 16 free. Smokey Bones announced the Thursday BOGO deal on Facebook.
For more info on this deal and other specials and savings, click here for the EatDrinkDeals Smokey Bones page.
Starbucks
Starbucks sometimes has a Happy Hour on Thursdays from 2-7 with buy one, get one free handcrafted drinks. It’s a great deal, but not available every Thursday. Starbucks usually announces Happy Hour a day or two ahead to drum up some excitement. We keep track of it, so you can always visit our EatDrinkDeals Starbucks page (click here to do so) to stay in the know.
Taco Bueno
Get Party Tacos with ground beef, lettuce and cheese for just $0.59 apiece every Thursday. Taco Bueno announced the special on their Facebook page.
For more Taco Bueno deals like their Bueno Under a Buck menu, go to our EatDrinkDeals Taco Bueno article.
Tijuana Flats
Tijuana Flats has a burrito, chips and drink for $5.99* every week in their Throwback Thursdaze special. The Tex-Mex chain announced the deal on the Tijuana Flats Home Page. *Price may vary based on location.
Visit our EatDrinkDeals Tijuana Flats story for info on this and other deals and promotions.
Togo’s
Togo’s Sandwiches has a daily deal on Mondays through Fridays at most locations. The deal includes a 6-inch regular sandwich and 20oz fountain drink for $6.95. The sandwich selection for Wednesdays is The Italian. (Deals may vary by location.) For more details see the Togo’s Daily Deals Announcement.
Wing Zone
Wing Zone has daily specials on Mondays through Thursdays. On Two-Way Thursday get 20 boneless wings for $14; for traditional wings add $4 more. Wing Zone announced the special on the Wing Zone Specials Page.
More Restaurant Daily Deals
Daily deals for all days of the week can be found here:
- Monday Daily Deals
- Tuesday Daily Deals
- Wednesday Daily Deals
- Thursday Daily Deals
- Friday Daily Deals
- Saturday Daily Deals
- Sunday Daily Deals
For more daily and weekly restaurant specials like these, see: Restaurant Daily Deals
If you’re an AARP member, you can get every day discounts at Denny’s, McCormick & Schmick’s, Outback and more places. You can find all the details in our story, AARP Dining Discounts.
Also, many restaurant chains such as Bob Evans, Outback Steakhouse, Zoe’s Kitchen and more offer discounts to the active military and veterans. Here’s the EatDrinkDeals roundup, Restaurant Military and Veterans Discounts.
Note: Specials can vary by location and most are for a limited time only so check with your local restaurant to see if they have the deal you want. Some deals are not good on holidays.
