National Waffle Day falls on August 24 every year, and restaurants across the country use it as an excuse to hand out some genuinely good deals — free waffles, BOGO offers, and discounted specials that make it one of the better food holidays on the calendar. Whether you're a waffle purist or just here for the free food, here's every deal worth knowing about for 2026.
While you're hunting down freebies, check out our full guide to the best fast food deals available right now — there's plenty more where this came from.
Huddle House — BOGO Golden Waffles
Huddle House is running a buy-one-get-one-free Golden Waffle deal on August 24 at participating locations. Note that additional charges apply for toppings like strawberries or chocolate chips. If there's a Huddle House near you, this is one of the best straightforward waffle deals of the day.
SoBol — BOGO Strawberry Waffle
SoBol is offering a buy-one-get-one-free Strawberry Waffle on August 24. Use the code BOGOWAFFLEDAY in-store, online, or through the SoBol app. Check the SoBol app for your nearest location and have the code ready — it's one of the cleanest BOGO deals on the day.
Waffle House — Free Waffle for Regulars Club Members
Waffle House's loyalty programme, the Regulars Club, sends members an email coupon for a free waffle with one topping around National Waffle Day. If you're a regular, check your inbox. Not a member yet? It's worth signing up for future food holidays — Waffle House runs several promotions through the year for club members.
Students can also check the Waffle House student discount page on Student Beans for any current offers.
Chick-fil-A — New Chicken & Waffles Sandwich
Chick-fil-A marked National Waffle Day 2026 with the nationwide launch of their new Chicken & Waffles Sandwich. This isn't a discount — it's a menu launch — but it's as good a reason as any to visit if you've been curious about it. Individual waffles are also available while supplies last.
While you're there, app members can redeem loyalty points for free items including waffle fries: 300 points gets you a free Small Waffle Fries, 500 points gets a Large. Check the Chick-fil-A student discount page for any current student deals, and the app for your current points balance.
Waffle Love — BOGO Waffles (Utah Locations)
Waffle Love is offering buy-one-get-one-free waffles on August 24 at their Utah locations. Mention the discount at checkout — one offer per customer. If you're in Utah, this one is worth planning around.
Eastern Standard Provisions — Belgian Waffles
Eastern Standard Provisions specialises in Belgian waffles and has run National Waffle Day promotions in previous years. Check their website or social channels around August 24 for any current offers — the deals vary year to year.
Goldbelly — $15 Off Your First Order
If you're more of a "waffles delivered to your door" person, Goldbelly offers $15 off your first order, which can be put toward waffle makers, waffle mixes, or delivery from specialty waffle spots across the country. A solid option if you'd rather celebrate at home.
IHOP — Check the App for Current Offers
IHOP runs rotating breakfast promotions and frequently features waffle and pancake deals through their rewards app. Check the IHOP app around August 24 for any National Waffle Day specials — offers vary by location and year.
Tips for Making the Most of Waffle Day
Most deals on National Waffle Day are only valid on August 24 and at participating locations — always check before making a special trip. The best approach: download the apps for any chains you visit regularly (Chick-fil-A, IHOP, Waffle House) so you're set up for loyalty rewards that pay out well beyond one day a year.
For more free food beyond waffle day, our guide to birthday freebies is full of restaurants that'll give you something on the house — and our fast food survey rewards guide has an easy way to get free food from most major chains any day of the year, just by completing a quick receipt survey after your visit.
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