Valentine’s Day can be a great day for lovers…and a huge drain on wallets. Let’s face it, the flowers, dinner, and chocolates aren’t cheap. Luckily, there are a few joints out there giving you a deal:
California Pizza Kitchen
What: Special Valentine’s menu plus a free pizza for a year sweepstakes
When: Through Feb. 15
We’re feeling the love! This Valentines Day enjoy our Sweet Deal for 2 <3
Posted by California Pizza Kitchen on Sunday, February 8, 2015
CPK would like to know what you have done for love. Tell them on social media and you could win free pizza for a year. They’re also offering up a meal deal for Valentine’s Day that will fill two people up for $32.
Starbucks
What: $5 drink-dessert pairings
When: Feb. 13, 2 p.m. to close
http://youtu.be/atEG2C5sl9Y
The “World’s largest Starbucks Date” is happening Friday night at the largest coffee place in the history of mankind. For $5 you get a drink and a treat. Choose from Caffe Verona coffee press for two with a Double Chocolate Chunk Brownie, Tall Flat White with a Chocolate Croissant and Grande Raspberry Mocha, or White Chocolate Mocha with a Heart Cookie.
You can also get a $20 gift card if you sign up for Match.com through the event page.
Improv at Fantasy Springs
What: Stand Up Comedy for half price
When: Feb. 14 10pm
Comedians Bob Zany, Marc Price (Skippy from Family Ties), and Peter Banachowski take over The Improv at Fantasy Springs this weekend and, if you attend the 10pm show you can grab half-price tickets on Groupon.
McDonald’s
What: Free Food
When: Feb. 2-Feb. 14
https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=10152560146137014
Mickey D’s is still running that “Pay With Lovin'” campaign they launched during the Super Bowl. Problem is, this is in no way guaranteed as McDonald’s is picking up the tab only for randomly selected customers willing to complete a random act of kindness.
Hometown Buffer
What: Dine in on Valentine’s, get a coupon for a future visit
When: February 14
Won't you be our #Valentine? Join us with your sweetheart this Saturday for a delicious #ValentinesDay meal featuring…
Posted by HomeTown Buffet on Thursday, February 12, 2015
Dine in at Hometown Buffet on Valentine’s Day and get two coupons for a future meal. Deal applies to breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Qdoba
What: Buy one get one free burritos, for lovers
When: Feb. 14
We've got your date night plans covered. This Valentine's Day, get a free Smothered Burrito when you order a smothered burrito and share a smooch, only at Qdoba.
Posted by Qdoba on Friday, February 13, 2015
Grab a breath mint, because Qdoba is offering buy-one-get-one burritos to anyone willing to kiss someone in line with them. Whether it’s a partner, a friend or a total stranger, it makes no difference to them – though it might make a difference to the stranger you are mackin’ on for an extra burrito.
(note: closest Qdoba is in Upland)
Outback Steakhouse
What: Special Valentine’s Menu, chance to win $50 gift card
When: Feb. 14
Love means not having to share your steak. Try out our Valentine’s dinner for 2 that includes two sirloins, two sides and two salads paired with a Bloomin’ Onion and a slice of Cheesecake.
Posted by Outback Steakhouse on Wednesday, February 11, 2015
Outback’s special menu includes a Bloomin’ Onion and cheesecake to share, two sides and salads and two steak entrees. Plus, you have the option to add a lobster tail for 50 percent off. You can also head to social media to talk about a date in your past that went terribly wrong, which could net you a $50 gift card.
Any deals I missed? Let me know about it in the comments below.