19 Summer Solstice Food Deals to Savor on the Longest Day of the Year

No matter how old or young you are, the first day of summer is an occasion that fills us all with a giddy sense of excitement.

Many of us have been basking in the glory of sunny days since Memorial Day — aka the unofficial start to summer — but the season officially begins after the summer solstice, which is otherwise known as the longest day of the year.

This year’s main event occurs on Friday, June 20, and many brands and restaurants are cooking up killer deals to celebrate. From freebies to discounts galore, we’ve rounded up the most tempting offers below.

Cava

Cava rewards members can get a free order of pita chips (classic or Hot Harissa flavors) on June 20, no purchase necessary.

Checkers & Rally’s

Checkers & Rally’s customers can order a $4 summer solstice combo that comes with Cheese Double or Spicy Chicken Sandwich, Famous Seasoned Fries, 12-ounce drink and a Cinnamon Apple Pie.

Gopuff

Gopuff and Lemonhead are kicking off the summer with a sweet deal that starts June 20. Here’s how it works: If you see rain in your city’s forecast on a summer Friday through Aug. 29, Gopuff will deliver free Lemonhead Ropes. The deal is valid between 1 — 8 p.m. ET in select markets across the country while supplies last. To see if you qualify, visit this website.

Kroger

On June 20, Kroger customers can visit FreeKrogerIceCream.com to obtain a coupon for one free pint of Kroger Brand ice cream while supplies last (up to 92,000 pints). The coupon is valid through July 4 at participating locations.

La Madeleine

Between June 20 — 26, La Madeleine rewards members can get a free refresher of their choice with any purchase.

Nescafé

To celebrate the limited-edition Espresso Lemonade (a blend of Nescafé Espresso Concentrate Black with Swoon Classic Lemonade), Nescafé is giving customers the opportunity to get a limited-edition kit for free on June 20 at 12 p.m. ET at nescafe.com/NEClemonade while supplies last.

Omaha Steaks

In honor of the first day of summer, Omaha Steaks has discounted its Summer Solstice Kit from $600.87 to $299.99.

Pizza Hut

Pizza Hut is running the following offer through June 22 for rewards members: Spend $7.99 or more online or in the chain’s app and score a free pizza for your next order.

Potbelly

On June 20, Potbelly customers who order an original-sized or big sandwich will receive a second Original-sized sandwich for free. To cash in on the offer, use the code BOGO online or in the chain’s app.

Salt & Straw

Salt & Straw customers can get a free scoop or upgrade their single scoop to a double for free at all locations on June 20.

Scooter’s Coffee

Scooter’s Coffee customers who order a Red Bull Infusion in the chain’s app after 11 a.m. on June 20 will earn double points.

Shipley Do-Nuts

Shipley Do-Nuts customers can score a free glazed doughnut with any purchase on June 20. The offer is valid in-store, online and in the chain’s app using the code DONUTMONTH25.

Smoothie King

Smoothie King customers can order a 32-ounce smoothie for the price of a 20-ounce smoothie on June 20.

Tanteo Tequila

On June 20, Tanteo Tequila customers can score free shipping with the code SUMMERHEAT.

Tiff’s Treats

Just in time for summer, Tiff’s Treats has launched a Summer Pass ticket that entitles recipients to free cookies all summer. Here’s how it works: Through June 30, there will be 1,000 Summer Passes available for purchase for $99 online.

The pass can be redeemed on a free daily order of one dozen cookies between July 1 — Aug. 15. Passholders can opt to deliver cookies to an address within the chain’s delivery zones with delivery fees applicable.

Velvet Taco

Velvet Taco rewards members who have the chain’s app downloaded can get a free taco with any $10 purchase on June 20.

Wayback Burgers

Wayback Burgers’ annual Free Shake Day will take place on June 20. Participating locations nationwide will offer customers one free 12-ounce vanilla milkshake, no purchase necessary, while ordering in-restaurant.

White Castle

White Castle customers can take advantage of a buy one, get one free offer on small shakes after 8 p.m. between June 20 — 22 using the code SUMMER.

Ziggi’s Coffee

Ziggi’s Coffee customers can save $2 off any cold drink all day long on June 20 in-store, online and with mobile orders (except on third-party delivery).