It’s tradition to eat cake on your birthday, but that shouldn’t stop you from celebrating with other desserts as well, especially when those desserts are free. Check out these places for a discounted or free dessert on your birthday, from ice cream and froyo, to cookies and pastries.
Au Bon Pain
Sign up for their free eClub rewards and receive a free pastry and coffee.
Applebee’s
Get a free birthday dessert when you sign up for Applebee’s Email Club.
Baskin-Robbins
Sign up for Baskin-Robbins Birthday Club and receive a free 2.5 oz scoop of ice cream and $3 off an ice cream cake.
Ben & Jerry’s
Sign up for B&J’s Chunkmail newsletter and receive coupons for a treat on your birthday.
Bojangle’s
Sign up for the E-Club and get a free Bo-Berry Biscuit.
Boston Market
Sign up for the eCLUB to become a VIP member and receive a free individual dessert or side on your big day.
Carvel
Sign up for their Fudgie Fanatics email list and get a coupon for a free treat to celebrate you.
Cheesecake Factory
Head into the Cheesecake Factory on your birthday and get a complimentary birthday sundae “with a tiny scoopette of vanilla ice cream” topped with fudge, whipped cream, sprinkles and a candle. If you want to order more dessert, you can get your name and a birthday message written on the plate in chocolate sauce.
Cinnabon
Join Club Cinnabon and get a coupon for a free baked good, like Cinnabon Stix, Cinnasweeties, or Cinnabon Bites.
Chili’s
Sign up for My Chili’s Rewards and get a free dessert.
Cold Stone Creamery
Sign up for My Cold Stone Club Rewards and get a buy one, get one free creation coupon.
Cracker Barrel
Tell your server it’s your birthday and receive a free dessert. No need to sign up for any emails here!
Culver’s
Sign up for Culver’s E-Club and get a free sundae.
Del Taco
Join the Raving Fan eClub and receive a free strawberry, chocolate or vanilla milkshake.
Friendly’s
Get $3 off grocery store ice cream cakes or a free sundae in-restaurant when you sign up for the BFF Club.
Godiva
Sign up for Chocolate Rewards and get a free birthday gift (let’s assume it’s chocolate).
Krispy Kreme
Get a free donut on your birthday when you sign up for Krispy Kreme Rewards.
Longhorn Steakhouse
Join Longhorn Steakhouse Rewards and get a free dessert (go for the Chocolate Stampede).
Margaritaville
Head to the Jimmy Buffet-themed restaurant for a free scoop of ice cream and toppings.
Melting Pot
Get a voucher for a free treat when you sign up for Club Fondue.
Morton’s Steakhouse
Sign up for Landry’s Select Club (Landry is the parent company of restaurants including Morton’s, Joe’s Crab Shack, Rainforest Café and more) and get a $25 birthday reward to use during your birthday month.
Olive Garden
Sign up for OG’s eClub and get a free dessert. Orange Leaf
Orange Leaf
Sign up for Ounce Back Rewards and get $3 off on your birthday.
Panera Bread
Become a MyPanera member and get a free pastry on your day.
Pinkberry
Join the PinkCard Loyalty program and get a free frozen yogurt.
Red Mango
Get a $5 reward on your birthday by signing up for Club Mango.
Sprinkles
Download the app and receive some birthday rewards on your day.
TCBY
Join TCBY Insiders and after collectively spending $100, you’ll be eligible for a free birthday treat.
Fridays
Get a free dessert during your birthday month when you sign up for Fridays Rewards.
Yogurtland
Join Yogurtland Real Rewards and get a free yogurt. The size of your treat will depend on the number of points you hold, so you could get a free yogurt ranging from 3 oz in size to 16 oz.