Where To Eat Free On Halloween 2019: Steals & Deals In CA

CALIFORNIA — Make the most of the "spookiest" time of the year with free kids' meals, restaurant discounts and menu specials in California.

Eateries throughout the Golden State are stepping up this Halloween offering deals that may appeal to residents, particularly those with little, costumed trick-or-treaters.

Peruse the list, and Happy Halloween from Patch!

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APPLEBEE'S: Face your fears, and enjoy $1 Vampire - a spooky, 10-ounce concoction of rum, strawberry, dragon fruit, passion fruit and pineapple. The specialty drink is offered at all locations through October. Info here.

ASTRO DOUGHNUTS & FRIED CHICKEN: At the spot at 2309 Main St. in Santa Monica, those in costume on Oct. 31 receive a free pumpkin spice doughnut. One per guest, while supplies last. Details here.

BASKIN ROBBINS: Celebrate "31" all day on Oct. 31 with $1.70 scoops, or take home "2 for $7.99" pre-packed quarts. Have you tried the Pumpkin Pie ice cream?

BJ'S RESTAURANT & BREWHOUSE: How about a Count Chocula™ Cereal Pizookie®? Available for a limited time for about $7.50, this dessert features a chocolate cookie with chunks of Ghirardelli® chocolate, vanilla-bean ice cream and Count Chocula™ cereal. Check it out here. BJ's location finder here.

BUBBA GUMP SHRIMP CO.: Score a free kid's meal on Halloween with purchase of adult entree. Locations in Anaheim, Hollywood, Long Beach, Monterey, San Francisco and Santa Monica. More info here.

CHEESECAKE FACTORY: From Oct. 28 through Oct. 31, patrons will be treated to one complimentary slice of REESE’S Peanut Butter Chocolate Cake Cheesecake or HERSHEY’S Chocolate Bar Cheesecake with their Cheesecake Factory order of $30 or more through DoorDash by using promo code “TREATORTREAT” at checkout.

CHIPOTLE: The Boorito offer returns Oct. 31, from 3 p.m. to close, where customers in costume can get a burrito, bowl, salad or tacos for $4 and can scan for Chipotle Rewards. And guests can enter the Boorito TikTok Challenge Contest for chance to win free burritos for a year. Information.

COLD STONE CREAMERY: Enjoy Boo Batter Ice Cream for a limited time. This flavor is Cold Stone’s cake batter ice cream turned black, containing pieces of Halloween Oreos, Kit Cats and M&Ms. Add a black or orange waffle cone for extra fun. Details.

CHUCK E. CHEESE: Fifty free tickets through Oct. 31 for childen in costume. Details here.

DOLLY LLAMA: The shops are offering a limited-time dessert through Oct. 31 - a hand-crafted treat with massive scoop of ice cream, ghost and pumpkin candies and topped with an Oreo, chocolate sauce and sprinkles. Cost: $9. Dolly Llamas are in Koreatown and downtown Los Angeles, Sherman Oaks and Northridge. See store info here.

DUNKIN': The first 100 people to buy a dozen donuts will receive a special, free DIY Dunkin’-inspired pumpkin stencil* - Read more on details here.

FARMER BOYS: Halloween scratcher coupons are available Oct. 21-31. Coupons must remain unscratched until returning to participating California restaurants Nov. 1-15, where guests will scratch their coupons in-store to reveal offers for discounted purchases or free items. See details and participating locales here.

HARD ROCK CAFE: For grown-ups: a "BOO!-zy Shake" with bourbon, rum, vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce, whipped cream and candy corns. For kiddos: Lil Monstars Breakfast staring Oct. 26. Kids in costume enjoy Halloween games and “make-your-own-donut” bar. Participating locales in CA: Universal Citywalk, Hollywood Boulevard and San Francisco. Call and check your sites for details and times.

IHOP: Get one free kid's entrée with each adult entrée purchased from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Find locations here. Little ones will love the new Addams Family menu.

JOE'S CRAB SHACK: Receive one free child's meal with purchase of adult entree on Oct. 31. Costumes welcomed! Details here; some restrictions apply. California locales: Garden Grove; Oceanside; Redondo Beach; San Diego; and Sacramento.

KRISPY KREME: Get a free doughnut when you stop by in costume Oct. 31. This year's collection of Halloween doughnuts are super cute. See details here. Find a shop here.

LA CASA DEL CAMINO: Guests in costume receive 25 percent off restaurant tabs on Halloween at Laguna Beach’s historic hotel at 1289 S. Coast Highway. See dining options here.

MORTON'S THE STEAKHOUSE: From Oct. 30 to Nov. 1, participating locations are offering a three-course menu for $36, with choice of soup or salad, entree and dessert. See details here. Find your nearest Morton's here, and call to confirm. (Did we mention the $12 Candy Corn Old-Fashioned? Cheers!)

ON THE BORDER: Through Nov. 3, patrons can order a $5 Hallow’rita – a grande, frozen margarita crafted with mango puree, a "candy corn meltdown" and garnished with a spider (ring). Find locations here.

PAPA JOHN'S: The super-cute Jack-O'-Lantern Pizza makes a return for $11 or with offers for party-size orders. Read more here.

PAPA MURPHY'S: The limited-time, Jack-O'-Special pizza, with original crust, red sauce, mozzarella and a pepperoni face can be yours. Read more here.

WAYS & MEANS OYSTER HOUSE: Children in costume, dining with a paying adult on Oct. 31, will receive a free kid's meal of Fish & Strips, Mac N Cheese or Grilled Cheese at the eatery at 21022 CA-1 B140 in Huntington Beach. For adults: $5 food and drink specials at the bar. Details here.

WENDY’S: Boo Books are back. Purchase a book for $1, and receive five free Jr. Frosty treats. Books are available in stores until Oct. 31, or via the Wendy’s app and DoorDash.

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