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27 Places To Get Free Food And Dessert On Your Birthday in Vancouver

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Did someone say free food?

Let’s be honest, one of the best parts of celebrating your birthday is all the presents and wishes you get from your friends and family. But, what if you could go the extra mile and have restaurants celebrate your birthday too?

RELATED: The Best Spots To Have Late Night Dessert In Vancouver

We’ve compiled a list of all the eateries in Vancouver that offer free food and treats on your birthday.

Free Food On Your Birthday

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Red Robin

Receive a free mouthwatering, juicy burger from Red Robin on your birthday! You get a choice between 24 different types of burgers. All you have to do is join the Red Robin Loyalty program. With that, you also every 10th item free and $20 towards every sixth visit.

Boston Pizza

All those with a sweet tooth, you’re able to get a free dessert on your birthday week! Join their MyBP program for that reward as well as a free appetizer for signing up, and a free individual two-topping pizza for your anniversary.

Starbucks

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Probably the most known reward, Starbucks offers a free treat (whether that be a drink or a snack) to those who have signed up for the Starbucks Rewards program. Valid only for the one day!

The Keg

If you plan on going out for a fancier dinner, The Keg offers a free slice of pie on your birthday. Just let them know that you’re celebrating, and they’ll provide a slice of Billy Miner Pie.

Marble Slab

Ice cream is perfect for every mood, weather, and person. Marble Slab offers customers who are a part of their Marble Mail program a free birthday ice cream!

Denny’s

Everyone’s favourite casual breakfast diner offers people a free Grand Slam breakfast on their birthday! Just show up, present a valid piece of ID, and you’re good to go.

Pajo’s Fish and Chips

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The best fish and chips around with four different locations, Pajo’s offers a choice between a two piece cod and chips, beef burger, or breakfast item. Simply sign up for their Birthday Club and they’ll email you a coupon the month of your birthday. Note: Pajo’s in Steveston has closed down, but their YVR location still remains open.

David’s Tea

Nothing more calming or refreshing than a solid cup of tea. Sign up for the Frequent Steeper program, and claim a free cup of tea on your birthday! For every 100 points you earn, you also get 50 grams of free tea.

Menchies

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While not technically a birthday reward, you can earn $5 in Menchie’s money when you sign up for their Smileage Program that can used towards a birthday treat. The money stays in your account for a month, and you get a sizeable, delicious frozen yogurt in return.

Cora

With breakfast piled with fruit and delicious platters, Cora is always a classic go-to. The joint offers customers a “birthday bird”, which consists of a bird pattern carved into an apple, with a special sauce on top. Yum!

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory

With enough chocolate items comparable to Willy Wonka, Rocky Mountain offers a special birthday treat! Curious? Sign up for their emailing list to receive one and find out for yourself.

Cartems Donuts

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Freshly made donuts everyday, including vegan and gluten friendly options, Cartems is arguably one of the best donuteries in Vancouver. Mention your birthday while you’re in there, and you get an extra doughnut free with your order.

Cannibal Café

Open seven days a week, this burger joint offers a vast selection of both burgers and beverages, with a feature drool-worthy burger every month. Head on over on your birthday, show a piece of valid ID, and receive a free burger!

The Boathouse

Specializing in seafood, The Boathouse has six different locations, all with their own spectacular waterfront view. Sign up for their emailing list, and receive a $25 dollar giftcard towards your birthday meal. A group of four or more is required for the offer to be valid.

Mosaic Grille

Located at the Hyatt Regency in the heart of Vancouver, Mosaic Grille uses locally sourced ingredients and offers menu items such as BC Mussels & Frites, seafood chowder, and sablefish. Inform your server that it’s your birthday, and you get a WHOLE chocolate cake!

Vera’s Burger Shack

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Vera’s offers seven different types of burgers, weekday features, as well as a multitude of sides. Sign up with Vera’s Club online, and get a $10 gift certificate on your birthday.

Yaletown Brewing Company

A lively brewpub that crafts all their own beers, Yaletown Brewing Company is a great spot for a good time. If you mention that it’s your birthday to your sever, they’ll not only bring you a free dessert, but you’ll also get a free t-shirt which your table gets to sign – locking the moment in forever.

 Booster Juice

A healthy selection of delicious juice, Booster Juice is the perfect way to boost up your immune system! Sign up for their Booster Nation program (at least seven days prior) to receive an email voucher for a free juice on your birthday.

Cupcakes

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A quaint collection of cupcakes (both mini and regular), cakes, and other goods, Cupcakes offers birthday treats such as a free mini cupcake, 10% off of your order, and entry to a draw with a prize of a $25 dollar gift certificate. Make sure you sign up for their mailing list for s a secret birthday code!

Dairy Queen

A cult favourite, DQ offers people a free blizzard if you buy a second as well. Sign up for the Blizzard Fan Club, and receive your BOGO coupon.

Joey

Joey restaurants are up on the scale of casual fine dining, and they don’t disappoint on the birthday celebrations. They offer dine-in birthdays a glass of sparkling wine, as well an assortment of other surprises, and who doesn’t love a good birthday surprise?

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Provence Marinaside

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A French seafood restaurant located in Yaletown, they offer delectable dishes as well as live jazz. Sign up for their mailing list to receive a coupon for a complimentary Chef’s Dessert, with a minimum of a $20 order.

IHOP

A breakfast and dining classic, IHOP is open till midnight most days, so you can indulge whatever time of day. Join their e-club and receive a free birthday meal – a stack of Rooty Tooty Fresh n Fruity pancakes. Delicious!

Blenz Coffee

A coffee stop that offers a range of drinks and real chocolate blended into their drinks, Blenz offers a free drink on you birthday. Just show a piece of valid ID and you’re good to go.

Carlos O’Bryans

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An Irish pub and restaurant located in Kitsilano, Carlos goes all out for birthday celebrations. Come in on the day of your birth, bring a valid piece of ID and a friend, spell your name correctly, and you get $20 off an item before 4PM! After 4PM, you get $30 off.

Luke’s Corner Bar

A eatery serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Luke’s is located on Granville and 14th. Sign up for Luke’s Club, and get a free meal on your birthday!

Milestones

Milestones is an upper scale dining classic, and you can get a free entree on your birthday there! Just show up with a group of four people, announce your birthday, and you’re set.

 

Is there a spot that offers free food that we missed? Let us know in the comments below and we’ll add it to our list! 

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