The Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) deadline for filing federal income tax returns on Tuesday is marked by eateries offering deals and discounts to customers. • Great American Cookies
+ Customers receive a free chocolate chip cookie cake slice when they purchase one. The offer is available to those who mention it at the checkout. + The offer is only available at participating locations. • Paris Baguette
+ Individuals belonging to its rewards program can grab a free pastry when they buy a beverage from the chain on Tax Day. + The pastry must be “of equal or lesser value” compared to the beverage purchased. + The offer is available at participating locations. • Krispy Kreme
+ Customers can get a second dozen Original Glazed doughnuts “for only the sales tax in their state” when a purchase of 12 Original Glazed doughnuts is made in-store. + There is also a promo code — “TAXBREAK” — for online orders. + The deal is available at participating locations. There are also deals available for customers who do not have a sweet tooth. • Checkers and Rally’s
+ The chain is offering a $3 deal for two sandwiches. • Fazoli’s
+ Customers can claim the code “TAX25” to access a “buy-one-get-one” free deal on baked spaghetti. • Potbelly Sandwich Works
+ On April 15th, customers can buy one Big or Original sandwich and get an Original free with the promo code BOGO. + The deal is available at over 440 locations across the U.S. • Shake Shack
+ Customers who spend at least $10.40 will get a complimentary single-patty Black Truffle Burger, Black Truffle ‘Shroom sandwich or Black Truffle Parmesan Fries. + The promo is valid for qualifying orders placed at a kiosk in-Shack, or for delivery or pick-up via the Shake Shack Mobile App or shakeshack.com. — Only valid for orders placed between April 10 and April 27
• Round Table Pizza
+ On April 11, Round Table Pizza launched a promo code, “RPT220,” that slashes $7 off the price of a large or extra-large pizza. + The deal is available at participating restaurants through April 17. • California Pizza Kitchen
+ The chain has a CPK Rewards deal for $10 off $40 worth of dining-in or takeout spending. + The deal is available from Monday to April 17, but not in Hawaii, Guam, airports, stadiums, mobile kitchens, franchised or international locations. As of April 4, the IRS said it had received over 101.4 million tax returns so far during the 2025 tax filing season. More than 100.3 million have been processed, according to the agency. Here are some key statistics about the 2025 tax filing season:
| Number of tax returns filed as of April 4 | 101.4 million |
| Number of tax returns processed as of April 4 | 100.3 million |
| Average amount refunded to taxpayers as of April 4 | $3,116 |
Despite the deals and discounts, Tax Day can be stressful for many. To minimize headaches and maximize your return, tax experts recommend the following:
“Do your research and gather all necessary documents before you start filing your taxes.”
— Robert Half, CEO
Some additional tips:
• Check for errors and inconsistencies
• Use tax preparation software
• Take advantage of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
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