Inland Empire Halloween Deals: Restaurant Freebies & Specials 2022

INLAND EMPIRE, CA — No tricks here! It's all treats for Halloween diners this year as restaurants throughout Riverside and San Bernardino counties roll out festive offerings.

Peruse our 2022 dining guide, and scroll through the images above, to find chef-curated specials and wicked deals on BBQ, burritos, tacos, doughnuts, wings, pizza, cocktails, ice cream, cakes and more to celebrate Halloween and Dia de Los Muertos.

Bone Appétit and Happy Halloween, from Patch!

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AUNTIE ANNE'S: Pretzel Perks members can enjoy a terrifyingly tasty twist on pretzels through Oct. 31 with free delivery on $15+ purchases via Pretzel Perks App or the website. Check here for info. Location finder here.

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APPLEBEE'S: $6 Spooky Sips are baaack! Satisfy your BOO-zy cravings with these October cocktails. The "Tipsy Zombie" features Bacardi Superior, a blend of passion fruit, pineapple, cherry, lime & topped with a gummy brain and melon liqueur. And "Dracula’s Juice" is a frozen berry creation with both Patron Silver and Bacardi Superior. Details & locations.

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BASKIN-ROBBINS: Celebrate Halloween with the new "Trixie the Ghost Cake," a sweet concoction complete with cobweb bow of icing and fudge, or the Flavor of the Month, "Spicy ‘n Spooky," a cool-heat melding of white chocolate ghost pepper ice cream & blood orange flakes. As an extra treat, get 31% off scoops on Oct. 31 as part of the Celebrate 31 holiday. Info. Location finder here.

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BURGER KING: The chain's latest innovation, the Ghost Pepper Whopper, amps up the scary spice for Halloween. The sandwich stacks a flame-grilled beef patty, spicy queso, crispy jalapeños, bacon & ghost pepper cheese on a toasted orange and black sesame seed bun. Offered for limited time. Plus, Royal Perks Members can use the BK App's "Home of the Ghosts" feature to score a spooky surprise: a meal for two featuring the Ghost Pepper Whopper. Details here.

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CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL: The "Boorito" deal is back for the first time since 2019. From 3 p.m. to close on Halloween, Oct. 31, Rewards members — dressed in costumes — get a $6 entrée after scanning Rewards member ID. Limit one per customer and for in-restaurant only. Details here on offer & rewards sign-ups.

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CHUCK E. CHEESE: The Boo-tacular celebration runs through Oct. 31, with games, pumpkin-shaped pizza, free Chupa Chups & Hi-Chew candy. Got a standout costume? Be here on Oct. 28-30 6:30 p.m. for costume contests. Lucky winners receive 500 e-tickets. All participants receive 50 E-tickets. Info. Find nearby restaurants here.

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COLD STONE CREAMERY: Things are getting spooky again as "Boo Batter Ice Cream" & "Treat or Treat Creations" make their return through Oct. 31. The unique dessert melds the ice cream with Halloween OREO Cookies, KIT KAT and M&M'S candies, served up in an orange waffle cone or bowl. Find locations throughout the Inland Empire.

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CORNER BAKERY: On Oct. 31, loyalty rewards members can choose one free, sweet treat — including freshly baked cookies, mini-bundt cakes, muffins and pastries — with any purchase at participating locations. Rewards sign-ups here. Find locations in the Inland Empire.

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DEL TACO: Make the most of "Tacoberfest" exclusive, daily deals that run through Oct. 31 in the Del Yeah! Rewards app. Offers vary each day with freebies, BOGOs or discounts. Check the Tacoberfest schedule. Find locations regionwide.

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DICKEY'S BARBECUE PIT: From Oct. 29–31, kids in costume eat free with a $12 minimum adult purchase. And adults in costume score free Big Yellow Cup with a $12 purchase. Dine-in only. Also costumed Dickey’s fans posting pictures with their Big Yellow Cups on social media, using hashtag #Dickeys31, will be entered to win a $100 Amazon Gift Card. Website. Location finder for Inland Empire.

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DISNEYLAND RESORTS: Ghosts, ghouls & foodie lovers can celebrate with such sweets & treats through Oct. 31, as: at Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor, the Rocky Road Halloween Sundae; at Pacific Wharf Café, the Chocolate-Espresso Bread Pudding; Mickey Mummy Glow-in-the-Dark Premium Bucket; Pumpkin Cheesecake; Mickey Bat Cookie; Award Wieners; Oogie Boogie Funnel Cake Fries with crushed chocolate creme-filled cookies & whipped cream, cookie pieces, gummy candies & chocolate candies. These goodies are not to be missed! More details here.

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DUNKIN': Enjoy a fall flurry of limited-time Halloween treats & pumpkin-flavored specials, including a Dunk-o-Lantern Donut, Spider Donut, Peanut Butter Cup Macchiato, Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew, Pumpkin Spice Signature Latte & Nutty Pumpkin Coffee. Plus, through Oct. 31, Dunkin’ Rewards members can unlock such freebies as a Breakfast Sandwich, 10-count MUNCHKINS Donut Hole Treats or Bagel Minis with purchase of any full-priced medium or larger beverage.

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I HEART MAC & CHEESE: Take your little ghosts & goblins trick-or-treating at the restaurant Oct. 31 for a sweet treat: free cookies! The offer is for kids 12 & younger,and it's a one-time only deal. Location: 190 S. Indian Canyon Drive, Palm Springs.

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IHOP: From 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Oct. 24-31, kids 12 and younger receive free Scary Face Pancakes with purchase of adult entrée at participating locations. The Halloween tradition is a buttermilk pancake with whipped topping eyes and smile, plus side of Mini OREO cookies, glazed strawberries & candy corn for decorating. Seasonal favorite Pumpkin Spice Pancakes, made with real pumpkin, spices & whipped topping, are also back on menus through Oct. 31. Location finder here.

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JACK IN THE BOX: Fan favorite Monster Tacos are back and just in time for Halloween. The monstrously large versions are priced at two for $3 with a purchase, and are available at restaurants, on Jack app and via third-party delivery for a limited time. And on menus through Nov. 20 is the The Basic Witch Shake, a vanilla shake with OREO Cookie pieces & pumpkin spice. Website. Find locations.

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JAMBA: All Halloweekend through Oct. 31, Jamba Rewards members can score a BOGO 50% smoothie offer when ordering on the Jamba app, at website or in-store. Rewards info here. Location finder here.

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KRISPY KREME: It's "Krispy Skreme” time with a new Haunted House Collection of doughnuts, plus an Oct. 31 freebie. On Halloween, those in costume receive one free doughnut of choice, no purchase necessary. And Oct. 29, “Saturday Scary Sharies," an Original Glazed dozen is $2. Limited-time doughnuts: Spooky Spider Doughnut; Scaredy Cat Doughnut; Boo Batter Doughnut; Neon Orange Sprinkle Doughnut. Also offered: Freaky Frozen Chiller, featuring green apple and wild grape flavors with green apple drizzle. Info here.

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MCDONALD'S: Marking a grand return for 2022 are the iconic Happy Meal Halloween Pails. The nostalgic pail trio – McBoo, McPunk’n & McGoblin – first appeared back in 1986. Order a Happy Meal to get yours. Available through Oct. 31, while supplies last. Details.

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NORMS: Kids in Halloween costumes eat free Oct. 29-31 at all 22 locations in Southern California — Hallo-weekend fun for tiny ghouls or goblins 12 and younger. Dine-in only, and no additional purchase required. Website. Find locations in Inland Empire.

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PAPA JOHNS: The Jack-O’-Lantern Pizza, with signature thin crust, cheese, pepperoni & olive eyes, is back for Halloween. Order for pick-up or delivery via website, app or by calling the restaurant. Details. Find stores throughout the region.

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PAPA MURPHY'S: A jack-o'-lantern-shaped "Jack-O Pizza" is available through October at stores throughout the Golden State. With original crust, cheese, red sauce & pepperoni, the pizza can be ordered solo or as part of family pack that includes chocolate chip cookie dough. Find on website under ordering link for "specials and new flavors." Location finder here.

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PIEOLOGY PIZZERIA: Treat family & friends to a frighteningly fun, one-day-only deal on Halloween: Buy one custom pizza & get the second half-off. Create your custom pie by selecting crusts, house-made sauces, cheeses, meats & veggies. Offer only available for in-restaurant purchases. Find locales near you.

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QDOBA MEXICAN EATS: Rewards members can receive a "BooGo"deal Halloween, Oct. 31 — buy one, get one free. Not signed up? Follow this link. The offer will automatically load onto Rewards members' wallets. Find location in Pomona.

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RED LOBSTER: Here's a Halloween treat for seafood lovers: Get free delivery on To-Go orders placed Oct. 28-31 via the website. Plus make a note for upcoming special on Veterans Day, Friday, Nov. 11. Vets, active-duty & reservists, with military ID or proof of service, are offered free Walt’s Favorite Shrimp, fries & coleslaw for dine-in or takeout from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Location finder here. Restaurant site.

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ROCK & BREWS RESTAURANT: Kids in costumes eat free Saturday, Oct. 29 to Monday, Oct. 31 for “Rock’oween” at the rock-n-roll restaurants, launched in Los Angeles in 2010 by KISS front men Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons & associates. Locations include: Corona. Website.

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RUBIO'S COASTAL GRILL: "Booritos" are back for Halloween! All day on Oct. 31, Rubio’s Rewards Members can score any burrito on the menu — including seafood, steak or chicken — for a discounted $7.99. Place orders via app, or by scanning your phone at the register. To qualify for the one-day deal, sign up for Rubio’s Rewards before Halloween. Locations area-wide.

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7-ELEVEN: "Creeping it real" with a BOGO! 7Rewards members can enjoy a buy-one, get-one free deal on any large pizza on Halloween, Oct. 31, at participating stores. Or start spooky celebrations early with a $5 large pizza Oct. 28-30. Rewards sign-ups here.

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TGI FRIDAYS: Spooktacular offers underway. After 5 p.m. on Halloween, in-restaurant diners can order 50-cent boneless or traditional wings with selection of sauces. Plus, Happy Hour Every Hour boo(ze) specials feature $4 cocktails, $5 wine & $2 beers. And from Oct. 28-31, Party Platters & Family Meals can be ordered at 25% off when using code Spooky25 online or via phone for takeout. Locations include Corona, Rancho Cucamonga, Riverside, San Bernardino. Website & menu.

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WENDY'S: Boo! Books are back! Sold for $1 through Oct. 31, books include five coupons for free Jr. Frosty treats redeemable through Dec. 31, 2022. Purchase in-person or via the mobile app or through Wendy's self-order kiosks—just add Boo! Books to orders from the "Give Something Back" category. Proceeds support the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption. Details.

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KEEP THE FUN GOING & FIND HALLOWEEN EVENTS NEAR YOU:

• Greater L.A. Halloween
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• SF Bay Area Halloween
• Inland Empire Halloween
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