Cooking at home is the best way to save cash, but it’s nice to go out sometimes, too. Check out Frugal Foodie on Fridays for a selection of the latest coupons for casual and fancy fare.
This week: election ice cream, cheap pizza buffets and all-you-can-drink wine, among other deals.
Einstein Bros. Bagels
Use a print out coupon on the company’s website to get $4 off a bagel bucket. Participating locations only.
Kitchen Liberation Month
During September, participating Maryland restaurants are offering 20% off breakfast, lunch and/or dinner.
Morton’s Steakhouse
DealNews.com spotted an offer for a three-course “Spring into Summer” meal for $45. Participating locations only. Expires Aug. 31st.
Texas Roadhouse
On Sept. 20, Boy Scout Troop 189 will hold a fundraiser at the Leominster, Mass., restaurant. Diners who email for a coupon in advance and eat there that day can have 10% of their bill donated to the troop.
Macaroni Grill
American Express Sync offers currently give $15 back on a $50 purchase. Must follow instructions to claim. Participating locations only. Expires Sept. 3rd.
The Capital Grille
Through Sept. 2nd, the restaurant is offering its “Generous Pour” promotion of nine wines for $25. Diners can try as many as they like, with refills included.
CiCi’s Pizza
For Guest Appreciation Day on Sept. 6, adults can access the buffet for $2.99. Participating locations only.
Beans Café and Bakery
For $2.12, the Dry Ridge, Ky., restaurant is offering an ice cream cone that doubles as a “vote” — chocolate represents Obama; vanilla, Romney and swirl, undecided.
Buca di Beppo
Use print out coupons from the company’s website to save $10 off a to-go order of $30 or more, or $10 off a dine-in order of two pastas, two baked pastas or entrees. Participating locations only. Expires Sept. 3rd.
Magical Dining Month
During September, participating Orlando restaurants are offering specially priced dinners for $30.
Frugal Foodie is a journalist based in New York City who spends her days writing about personal finance and obsessing about what she’ll have for dinner. Chat with her on Twitter through @MintFoodie.