For seniors, retirees and empty-nesters, getting out is part of staying active and enjoying life. It’s also important for family members to take their senior loved ones in senior facilities out for family time as often as possible. Dining out is a favorite way to spend time together, and who doesn’t love getting great senior discounts at restaurants you enjoy, right?
So, with that in mind, here is a list of dozens of popular restaurants that offer senior discounts locally or as you travel. Please note that these discounts may vary by location or local operator participation. Discount cards may also be required. Also, these senior discounts at popular restaurants could change from time to time or be dropped altogether. Bottom line: it never hurts to ask about senior discounts wherever you dine!
Senior Discounts at Restaurants:
Applebee’s: Senior discount of 10-15% off (varies by location; typically for ages 60+).
Arby’s: 10% off, sometimes a free drink, typically applies to ages 55+
A&W: 10% off; varies by location
Ben & Jerry’s: 10% off, typically for ages 60+; varies by location
Bennigan’s: Typically for ages 60+; discount varies by location
Bob’s Big Boy: Typically for ages 60+; discount varies by location
Bonefish Grill: AARP members 10% off
Boston Market: Typically for ages 65+; discount varies by location
Burger King: 10% off (typically for ages 60+) plus additional discounts on coffee and soft drinks, may vary by location
Bubba Gump Shrimp Company: 10% off for AARP Members, 10% military discount
Captain D’s Seafood: “Happy Wednesday” discount menu available typically for ages 62+
Carrabba’s Italian Grill: Typically, 10% off for AARP Members
Chick-fil-A: Free refillable senior drink; age and participation may vary by location; coffee may not be included
Chili’s: 10% senior discount (typically for ages 55+)
CiCi’s Pizza: Discounts, if available, vary by location
Culvers: 10% off senior discount (typically for ages 60+)
Dairy Queen: 10% off or free small drink; may vary by location
Denny’s: Discounts vary by location; may include up to 15% AARP member discount
Dunkin’ Donuts: Free donut with qualifying drink purchase for AARP members; participation may vary
Einstein’s Bagels: 10% off, typically for ages 60+
Fazoli’s: Special senior menu for Club 62 members (62+)
Friendly’s Restaurants: Offers may include 10% off meal, free coffee at breakfast, or a free small sundae when available
Fuddrucker’s: 10% off senior platters, typically for ages 55+
Gatti’s Pizza: 10% off, typically for ages 60 and above
Golden Corral: Discount vary by location
Hardee’s: Beverage discounts; some locations may offer additional discounts.
IHOP: Senior menu discounts, typically for ages 55 and above
Jack in the Box: Discounts as much as 20%, usually for ages 55+
KFC: Free small drink with meal purchase or a percentage discount in some locations (age requirements may vary)
Krispy Kreme: Discounts vary by location
Long John Silver’s: Discounts vary by location
McCormick & Schmick’s: 10% AARP member discount, not including alcohol
McDonald’s: Coffee and other discounts vary by location
Oceanaire Seafood Room: 10% AARP member discount, not including alcohol
Outback Steakhouse: 10% AARP member discount, not including alcohol
Old Country Buffet: Discounts and age requirements may vary by location
Perkins: Deals and age requirements may vary by location
Ponderosa Steak House: Discounts vary; senior menu may be available in some locations
Rainforest Cafe: 10% AARP member discount
Sizzler: “Honored Guest Menu” (typically for ages 60 and above) may vary by restaurant
Sonic: Discounts may vary by location; could include free qualifying drink or 10% off meal
Subway: Discounts and age requirements may vary by location; could include up to 10% off meal
Sweet Tomatoes: Discounted “Senior Meal Deal” pricing during certain hours
Souplantation: Discounted senior meal pricing during certain hours; other discounts may also be available at other times
Taco Bell: Typically, 5% off; some locations may also offer free beverages for seniors aged 65 and above
TCBY: 10% off, typically for ages 55 and above
The Old Spaghetti Factory: Senior Menu discounted meals; participation, pricing and discounts may vary by location
Uno Pizzeria & Grill: Discount days and amounts may vary by location
Waffle House: Many locations offer 10% off every Monday for seniors aged 60 and above
Wendy’s: Discounts and age requirements vary by location
White Castle: Typically offers 10% off for senior customers aged 62 and above
Again, senior dining discounts are always changing, so be sure to ask! Above all, get out there and enjoy time together, including gathering at these restaurants that offer senior discounts. The money you save could help you budget for more comfortable and accommodating senior living appropriate for your golden years. To learn more about your options for long-term senior care and housing, including independent living, assisted living and skilled nursing care, contact me today.
Lona