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Introduction to National Taco Day

Taco Tuesday is always a celebration, but when it happens to coincide with National Taco Day, it’s a true fiesta. On Oct. 7, taco lovers everywhere will have something to taco-’bout as they take a bite out of the many freebies and discounts restaurants are serving up for the food-stuffed holiday. Below, we’ve rounded up the deals you won’t want to miss.

Baja Fresh Deal

Between Oct. 7-10, Baja Fresh rewards members can get $5 off when they spend $10 or more online with the code TACO. The single-use offer can’t be combined with other deals.

Bubbakoo’s Burritos Offer

Through Oct. 7, Bubbakoo’s Burritos loyalty members can enjoy a buy one, get one free deal on the chain’s Dos Tacos entrée.

Chef Merito Discount

Chef Merito is giving TODAY.com readers 25% off the following items with the code TODAYCHEF in honor of National Taco Day:

  • Three pack of 25-ounce marinades
  • Two pack of 14-ounce seasonings

Condado Tacos Promotion

Condado Tacos customers can order half-off tacos on the holiday. The offer excludes third-party delivery and catering. Additionally, loyalty members can get free delivery for orders over $30.

Chronic Taco Deal

Chronic Tacos loyalty members can take advantage of a buy-one-taco, get-one-free deal in the chain’s app plus an extra $1 off on Oct. 7. The deal can be redeemed online or in store at participating locations.

Chuy’s Specials

Chuy’s is running the following dine-in specials at restaurants nationwide on Oct. 7:

  • Add a Crispy or Soft Ground Beef Taco for $1 with the purchase of any entrée.
  • Add a Chuy’s “Floater” (shot of tequila or rum) to any margarita for $1.
  • Customers who dress like a taco will score a free entrée during their visit.

Del Taco Offer

Between Oct. 7-9, Del Taco rewards members can take advantage of the following deal: Free The Del Taco with $10 purchase in the chain’s app or website. The offer can be redeemed once per day and isn’t valid with other discounts.

El Pollo Loco Deal

El Pollo Loco rewards members can order three Chicken Tacos for $5 through Oct. 7.

Fuzzy’s Taco Shop Promotion

Participating Fuzzy’s Taco Shop locations will be running the following deals on Oct. 7:

  • $2.50 Fuzzy’s Original Tacos with classic proteins
  • $3.50 Fuzzy’s Original Tacos with premium proteins

Jack in the Box Offer

Jack in the Box rewards members who make a purchase of $1 or more will get two free tacos on the holiday.

Laredo Taco Company Deal

On the holiday, 7-Eleven, Inc.’s Laredo Taco Company restaurants will run a buy-one, get-one-free deal on lunch tacos. Through Oct. 28, customers can also order two El Gran Tocino Breakfast Tacos for $5.

Margarita’s Mexican Restaurant Offer

Margarita’s Mexican Restaurant rewards members can get a free taco on Oct. 7. All customers can enjoy $4 tacos all day on the holiday.

Moe’s Southwest Grill Deal

Moe’s Southwest Grill rewards members can order up to three $2 tacos on National Taco Day at participating locations. The single-use offer can’t be combined with other deals and excludes the Three Taco Entrée and Kids Taco Meal. It also excludes add-ons, extras and premium proteins.

Ojos Locos Sports Cantina Promotion

Ojos Locos Sports Cantina customers can order 3 Street Taco Plates for just $9.99 on the holiday.

Old El Paso Giveaway

Through Oct. 9, Old El Paso fans can visit NationalTacoDay.OldElPaso.com to enter for the chance to win a two-night stay at a True Ranch Collection dude ranch property of their choice. Additionally, customers who purchase Old El Paso taco shells (hard or soft) on Oct. 7 and submit their receipt on the same day with the Fetch app will earn Fetch points while supplies last.

Rusty Taco Specials

All month long, Rusty Taco customers can enjoy the following specials Monday through Thursday for dine-in and online orders:

  • $2.99 Featured Tacos: Bacon, Egg, & Cheese, Texican, Chicken Fajita, Black Bean, Baja Fish
  • $8.99 Burritos
  • $8.99 Rusty Margaritas

Tacodeli Offer

On National Taco Day, Tacodeli loyalty members can get one free taco.

Taco Bell Deals

On Oct. 7, Taco Bell rewards members can enjoy the following offers:

  • 11 a.m.: $1 Cantina Chicken Soft Taco (25,000 offers available for redemption)
  • 1 p.m.: $1 Cantina Chicken Soft Taco (25,000 offers available for redemption)
  • 3 p.m.: $1 Cantina Chicken Soft Taco (25,000 offers available for redemption)
  • 5 p.m.: $1 Cantina Chicken Soft Taco (25,000 offers available for redemption)
  • 7 p.m.: A year of Taco Tuesdays on Taco Bell (100 gift cards available for redemption)

Taco Cabana Promotion

Taco Cabana customers can take advantage of the following deals on National Taco Day:

  • $1 Bean & Cheese tacos
  • $10 Dozen Bean & Cheese taco boxes
  • $1.50 Margaritas
  • $1.50 Cabana Refreshers

Taco John’s Deal

Taco John’s customers who spend $5 on Oct. 7 and scan the chain’s app will get a free taco on their next visit in the next two weeks.

The Greene Turtle Offer

The Greene Turtle is serving up half-priced tacos on Oct. 7 at select locations for dine-in customers. The offer can’t be combined with other deals.

Tocaya Promotion

Tocaya customers can order signature tacos for $2 — 4 on Oct. 7 plus all-day happy hour specials.

Toll House Giveaway

Toll House is giving away limited edition Toll House Cookie Taco kits at 2 p.m. ET on Oct. 7 while supplies last. Customers can visit tollhouse.com/cookietacos for a chance to take one home. Each kit comes with a roll of Toll House Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Toll House Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels, a taco stand and a $25 gift card.

Twin Peaks Deal

Twin Peaks customers can save $2 off crispy tacos on Oct. 7.

Velvet Taco Promotion

Velvet Taco is running the following deals in honor of the holiday:

  • Taco Week Challenge: Through Oct. 11, loyalty members who buy a taco will later get a free taco reward that’s redeemable through Oct. 17.
  • Instagram Giveaway: Through Oct. 10, the brand will run an Instagram giveaway with 15 winners scoring a gift card for a taco tattoo.

Zaxby’s Offer

The first 10,000 Zaxby’s rewards members to redeem the code TACODAY on Oct. 7 will get a free taco with any purchase of $1 or more. The offer can’t be combined with other deals.

Conclusion

National Taco Day is a time to celebrate the delicious and diverse world of tacos. With so many deals and freebies available, it’s the perfect opportunity to try new taco spots or enjoy old favorites. From buy-one-get-one-free deals to discounted tacos and burritos, there’s something for everyone on this festive day.

FAQs

Q: When is National Taco Day?
A: National Taco Day is on October 7th.
Q: What kind of deals can I expect on National Taco Day?
A: You can expect a variety of deals, including buy-one-get-one-free tacos, discounted tacos and burritos, and free tacos with purchase.
Q: Are the deals available at all locations?
A: Some deals may be limited to specific locations or require online ordering, so be sure to check with your local taco spot for details.
Q: Can I combine deals with other discounts?
A: Most deals cannot be combined with other discounts, so be sure to check the terms and conditions before ordering.
Q: How can I get the most out of National Taco Day?
A: Sign up for rewards programs, follow your favorite taco spots on social media, and check their websites for deals and promotions to make the most of National Taco Day.

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