Everywhere You Can Get Free & Cheap Food Today for National Nachos Day

Celebrate nachos all day long.

You can probably find a day or two in early November that is more important than National Nachos Day on November 6. If you think about it, though, it's important in its own way because we all need to treat ourselves a little bit right now. 

National Nachos Day isn't celebrating the most ubiquitous food or the one that goes best with takeout. Still, nachos are undeniably wonderful. On November 6, we celebrate the tortilla chip platter and all of the beautiful ways it gets whipped up. Restaurants across the country are pulling together deals that will make you want to dip out for some nachos to bring home. You'll find offers from Taco John's, Moe's Southwest Grill, Del Taco, and more available on the big day for cheese-drizzled chips.

Here are all the best deals you'll find on National Nachos Day. 

Free Nachos on National Nachos Day

Del Taco
The deal:
You’re walking out of Del Taco with a free 3-Layer Queso Nachos with any purchase.
When: November 6

Taco John's
The deal:
Make a purchase through the app and get a free side of chips and nacho cheese for National Nachos Day.
When: November 6

Deals on Nachos for National Nachos Day

On the Border Mexican Grill & Cantina
The deal:
You can take home $5 Happy Hour Nachos all day long. 
When: November 6

Moe's Southwest Grill
The deal:
Trim $5 off a Nacho Kit if you're a Moe Rewards member. The kits start at $25. If you're not already a member, you need to sign up by 8 am EST to get in on the nacho deal. If you don't download by that time this is, uh, na-cho deal. Ugh. I'll see myself out.
When: November 6

Del Taco
The deal:
 The code "DELTACONOW" will get you free delivery with no minimum order through Postmates.
When: Ongoing

Taco Bell
The deal
: On March 28, the bean-slinging chain announced that it will expand its free delivery option through Grubhub. You can get free delivery on any delivery order of at least $12.
When: Ongoing

Miguel's Jr.
The deal:
 Order through Uber Eats for free delivery. New DoorDash customers can get free delivery with a $15 minimum order. Additionally, if you order through Grubhub, you can get $5 off orders placed from 11 am to 7 pm. 
When: Ongoing

Casa Olé
The deal: 
Order an entrée and it'll cost you just $0.99 to add a kid meal to your tab. Also, the restaurant is offering double points every day on all pick-up orders. 
When: Ongoing

Qdoba
The deal:
The new Burrito Meal Deal will land you a burrito, tortilla chips, salsa, and a dessert for $9.95. 
When: Ongoing

Rubio's Coastal Grill
The deal:
 Place an order directly through the Rubio's app or Rubios.com to get free delivery on any order of at least $20. 
When: Ongoing

Taco Cabana
The deal:
 If you work in a restaurant, hotel, food service industry, grocery store, big-box store, or drugstore, you can get 50% off your order when you purchase while wearing a uniform or show an ID. 
When: Ongoing

Tijuana Flats
The deal:
 To celebrate its 25th anniversary, there's a new set of happy hour deals available weekly. The happy hour includes $2 fountain drinks, Mexican beers, chips and salsa, Uno Taco, or Churros. For $5 you can get Loaded Guac, a burrito (no specialty burritos), a bowl (no specialty bowls), or quesadilla.
When: Every week, Friday-Sunday, 2-5 pm 

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Photo courtesy of On the Border

Bahama Breeze
The deal: 
You'll get a coupon for a free appetizer with the purchase of an entrée when you sign up for the Breeze's reward program. 
When: Ongoing

Baja Fresh
The deal:
Start your stay in Club Baja (Baja Fresh's reward program) with a free taco just for signing up. 
When: Ongoing

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
The deal:
 When you sign up for the eclub, you'll get a free order of chips and queso.
When: Ongoing

Del Taco
The deal:
 You'll land a pair of free grilled chicken tacos or Del Tacos for signing up DT's eclub. 
When: Ongoing

El Fenix
The deal:
 You get a free bag of El Fenix tostada chips for signing up for the rewards program.
When: Ongoing

Islands
The deal
: A free order of chips and salsa are yours for signing up.
When: Ongoing

Moe's Southwest Grill
The deal:
 You're getting a free cup of queso after you sign up. 
When: Ongoing

Rubio's Coastal Grill
The deal:
 They'll say cheers to your new friendship by offering you a free taco.
When: Ongoing

San Pedro Fish Market Grille
The deal:
 You'll get one free shrimp taco when you sign up.
When: Ongoing

Local Deals on National Nachos Day

Cantina Rooftop – New York City, New York
The deal:
The rooftop with outdoor seating is celebrating the nacho-themed holiday with a special of Surf & Turf Nachos, as well as Lobster Nachos and Rib Eye Nachos. They aren’t coming cheap, but they’re a special way to indulge in National Nachos Day.
When: November 6

Le Petit Marche - Atlanta, Georgia
The deal:
 Take 10% off your order with the code "10AGAIN" when you order through the restaurant's website. 
When: Through November 12

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Photo courtesy of TKK Fried Chicken

Other Deals Available on National Nachos Day

McDonald's
The deal:
Every day over the deal's run, you can grab a free Apple Fritter, Blueberry Muffin, or Cinnamon Roll with the purchase of a Premium Roast Coffee or Iced McCafé Coffee in any size. 
When: November 3-9

McDonald's
The deal:
 The J Balvin Meal deal gets you a free McFlurry with the purchase of a Big Mac and French Fries through the mobile app. 
When: Ongoing

Wendy's
The deal: 
Try out the chain's new chicken sandwich for free. Make any purchase through the mobile app and you can add on a free Classic Chicken Sandwich. 
When: Through November 8

Del Taco
The deal:
For National Hot Sauce Day, you can get a free Cholula Crispy Chicken Taco with any purchase.
When: November 5

Tim Hortons
The deal:
To help you adjust to Daylight Saving Time, Tim Rewards members who place an order online or through the app from 6-7 am will get a free dark roast coffee in any size. 
When: Through November 8

Jersey Mike's Subs
The deal:
Take $2 off any regular sub when you order through the mobile app and use the code "SANDDAY2OFF."
When: Through November 6

Cousins Subs
The deal:
Buy one 7.5-inch sub and you'll get one for free when you sign up for the Cousins Club loyalty program. 
When: Through November 30

Cousins Subs
The deal:
Buy a $25 gift card and you'll get a gift certificate for a free 7.5-inch sub in a bowl. 
When: Through December 31

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
The deal:
Treat others how you'd like to be treated yourself. Buy a $50 gift card for a loved one and BJ's will give you a free $10 gift card. Make it $100, and your freebie is worth $25 and you'll also get a 20% off VIP card. The bonus cards are valid from January 1 to February 13, 2021.
When: Through January 1

Juice It Up!
The deal:
Buy a $25 gift card and you'll get two free smoothies for yourself.
When: Through December 31

TKK Fried Chicken
The deal:
The Taiwanese fast-food hub is offering its Original or Spicy Chicken sandwich for free with the purchase of another. 
When: November 3-16, 3-6 pm

Want More Food Deals?

Here's our huuuuuuuge running list of all the free food you can get right now, as well as the best pizza dealsreward programs, birthday freebiesgift card offersdeals on food for kids, food delivery offers, and alcohol delivery deals you'll find. If you want a little more than, say a free taco, we also have you covered with a long list of meals you can get at fast food chains under $5. You're welcome.

Additionally, we've put together a list of places offering free food to healthcare workers and first responders during the COVID-19 outbreak.

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