15 Best April Fools' Day Food and Drink Deals of 2026

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15 Best April Fools' Day Food and Drink Deals of 2026
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Every year on April 1, hijinks and tomfoolery are at an all-time high since April Fools' Day has become synonymous with pranks and jokes. The annual holiday falls on Wednesday, April 1 this year and we're already bracing ourselves for some major belly laughs.

To celebrate the funniest day of the year, many food brands and restaurants are offering some sweet deals. Below, we've rounded up a few that are no joke. Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar Between 3 - 6 p.m. on April 1, Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar customers can order select beers starting at $4, select single pour liquor and wine by the glass for $6, a Bad Ass Margarita for $8 and Mix & Match beer buckets for $20. Happy Hour offers aren't available in Georgia and North Carolina. The promotion takes place between 4 - 6 p.m. in South Carolina. BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse is launching a Sweet Heat Pepperoni Pizookie on April 1 and selling the new menu item for $4.01 for one day only. Checkers & Rally’s Between April 1 - 2, Checkers & Rally’s is selling its Big Buford burger for $3. Eddie Merlot’s Eddie Merlot’s has the following happy hour deals between 4 - 6:30 p.m. on April 1: $5 off select martinis and cocktails and $8 select wines by the glass. Hooters Hooters customers can order 10 wings for $3.99 and enjoy beer specials on April 1. Marco’s Pizza Just in time for April Fools' Day, Marco’s Pizza customers can order a Pepperoni Magnifico Pizza for $12.99 with the code GOTCHA. Margaritas Mexican Restaurant Margaritas Mexican Restaurant rewards members can save 50% off any burrito on April 1 and 2. Paisano’s Paisano’s customers can order a large cheese pizza for $1 with an order of $20+ on April 1 with the code APRIL1. Peet’s Coffee On April 1, Peet’s Coffee rewards members can order a small drip or cold brew for $0.60 and save 15% off whole bean purchases at participating locations. QDOBA Just in time for April Fools’ Day and the full moon, QDOBA rewards members can get a free 4-ounce serving of 3-Cheese Queso and tortilla chips. The offer is valid on the QDOBA website app and in restaurant at participating locations. Shipley Donuts On April 1, Shipley Donuts loyalty members can get a free four-pack of Kolaches Dippers with Rowdy Ranch sauce with any purchase while supplies last. Sullivan’s Steakhouse Sullivan’s Steakhouse will have the following happy hour deals on April 1 from 3 - 6 p.m.: $5 off select cocktails and martinis plus $8 select wines by the glass. Taco John’s Taco John’s customers can order up to three Beef Crispy Tacos for $1 all day in-store, in the drive-thru and on kiosks. The Cheesecake Factory To celebrate the launch of its new rewards app, The Cheesecake Factory is giving rewards members a free slice of cheesecake that's redeemable starting April 1. The offer is valid for anyone who downloads the app and logs into their account. Yasso Just in time for April Fools’ Day, Yasso is launching a “Foolproof Freezer” campaign and giving away 40,001 free Yasso Spoonables. Customers can visit the brand's website for a chance to win one.

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