July 4, 2019: Which restaurants have freebies and deals on July 4th

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If it’s too hot to barbecue on July Fourth, don’t worry, there are plenty of restaurants that have your back.

Deals on burgers, bagels, pizza and cheesecake can be had on the Fourth, and many are available before and after the holiday.

Here’s a list of some of the best deals out there to help you celebrate the Fourth.

(Note: Not every restaurant in a chain may be honoring the deals, so be sure to check with local restaurants to confirm which deals are available before you go. Most offers are dine-in only and can't be used with any other discount or coupons. Prices may vary with location.) 

Applebee's: Kids, 12 and under, eat free for anyone dining in on Independence Day. The deal allows for two children with the purchase of an adult entrée.

BJ's Brewhouse: Buy one entree and any two beverages and get a second entree half off. The deal is good now through July 15 on dine-in orders. One per table. 

Boston Market: From July 2 to July 6, buy one meal and a beverage and get a second meal free. Good when you take this coupon to get the deal. Good only for lunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Bruegger's: Get $2 off a Big Bagel Bundle on July 3-4. Join the Bruegger's reward program to get the deal.

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.: Get a free pint glass with a variety of limited-edition drink specials from July 1-July 4.

Carvel: Carvel is offering two July Fourth-themed cake – either a square flag cake or a round heart-shaped Stars and Stripes cake.

Cheesecake Factory: Order from The Cheesecake Factory using Door Dash July 3-7 and receive an Oreo Dream Extreme cheesecake. Your order must total $17.76 or more. 

Dairy Queen: Dairy Queen is offering a limited release "Star Spangled Blizzard" to celebrate the holiday.

Einstein Bros. Bagels: Get a buy-one-get-one deal on the Flavors Across America sandwich series. The deal runs July 2-6. Einstein Brothers Bagels will have red, whiteand blue bagels, as well. You need to preorder these bagels for in-store pickup July 2-4.

Holsteins Shakes and Buns: Holsteins is offering a 'Merica shake made with vanilla ice cream, graham cracker crumble, strawberries, Jack Daniels, two gummy army men, one red swirl lollipop, four blue raspberry Mike & Ikes, red licorice curls and a paper flag. You can get it for $15.

Krispy Kreme: Krispy Kreme is offering "patriotic doughnuts" featuring red, white and blue decorations. They are available through July 4.

Logan's Roadhouse: Active duty military members and veterans can eat for free with proof of service from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on July Fourth.

McCormick & Schmick's: Get $1 oysters and shrimp at the restaurant's bar on July Fourth. 

Miguel's Jr.: Miguel's Jr. is offering its Original Burritos for $4 on July Fourth. 

Mimi's Café: Purchase an adult entrée and get a free Mimi's funnel cake on July Fourth. Dine-in meals only.

Papa John's: Use the code JULY4 and get any large or pan one-topping pizza for $7.04 

Potbelly Sandwich Shop: Buy one sandwich or entrée salad and get one free Sunday through July 8. You get the free sandwich or salad when you bring your receipt back on a second visit the following day.

Quiznos: Quiznos Toasty Points members get a free barbecue pulled pork sandwich when they buy one July 1-8. Good for all new and existing members. Join here.

Waitr and Bite Squad: Restaurant delivery apps, Waitr and Bite Squad is offering 50% off delivery fees in honor of the 50 states of the United States. The deal is available July 4-6. Use the promo code 5050 when checking out to get the deal.

NASHVILLE, TN - JULY 04: Fireworks are seen at the 2018 Let Freedom Sing! Music City July 4th concert  in Nashville, Tennessee. 

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