Cheap Checklist
SHMEAR CAMPAIGN
In honor of National Bagel Day on Feb. 9, Einstein Bros. Bagels is giving bagel fans a free bagel with shmear with any purchase. The offer is available for all existing and new members of the shop’s Shmear Society loyalty club. Customers can also download a coupon at EinsteinBros.com/BagelHero good for a $10 baker’s dozen box. The box includes 13 bagels and two of tubs of cream cheese — a savings of more than $5. Each offer can be redeemed once per day Feb. 9-13. shmearsociety.com
FLIGHT PATH
Take flight with small wonders at the Butterfly Pavilion (6252 W. 104th Ave.) in Westminster for $5 on Feb. 10 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Families can journey through its creepy, crawly Crawl-A-See-Em, touch a sea cucumber and be amazed by the tropical conservatory alive with 1,600 fluttering butterflies. With regular admission set up to $12, it’s such a family-friendly deal. As always, small wonders of the humankind (ages 2 and younger) get in for free. The remaining $5 Days for 2018 are April 21, Aug. 18, Sept. 16, Nov. 18 and Dec. 9. butterflies.org
SPICY KISSES
It’s that time of the year to share the love, and Qdoba Mexican Eats wants customers to pucker up for savings. On Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14, buy an entrée, share a kiss and get a second entrée for free. The offer includes burritos, bowls, salads, nachos, tortilla soup and quesadillas. No coupon required, just your lips. Kiss your significant other, a picture of your celebrity crush or even yourself — any kiss will do for the bargain burrito. qdoba.com
SUB MARINE
Get your claws on this freebie from Quiznos. The sub shop is showing its loyalty members
EEsome love by giving them a free Lobster & Seafood sub. From Feb. 14 to 28, all new and current members of its Toasty Points loyalty app program receive a free 8-inch Lobster & Seafood Scampi Bake or Classic Sub with any purchase. Limit one free sub per person, available as a digital coupon via the app. New loyalty members also receive a free 4-inch sub with any purchase, so it’s the perfect time to sign-up to get two freebies. (Each offer must be redeemed separately.) To download the app, visit quiznos.com/ freelobster.
THE ENVELOPE, PLEASE
Panda Express celebrates Chinese New Year in a delicious way. In honor of the longstanding practice of gifting hong bao (red envelopes) to loved ones, on Feb. 16 the restaurant will give each customer a red envelope containing a coupon for a free serving of its 8 Treasure Chicken Breast entrée, redeemable during a future visit. celebratecny.com
KING OF HEARTS
When it comes to a budget, it’s important to know your numbers. And when it comes to your health, the same rule applies. Knowing your health stats can help you make healthy choices for a better quality of life. February is Heart Health Month, so King Soopers is offering a free cholesterol screening. All month long, schedule an appointment online, in-person at your local King Soopers pharmacy or by calling 877-4449689. A 12-hour fast prior to screening is recommended — no food or drink except water and medication. kingsoopers.com/hearthealth
TROPICAL GETAWAY
Perfect for date night, Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar is serving Bahama Mamas for just $1 each. Known as the Dollarmama, the discounted adult drink is available daily through Feb. 28. Famished frugal diners can pair the bargain beverage with the chain’s 2for-$20 meal deal for big savings. Combine the deals for an appetizer, two entrées and two drinks for under $25. Another budget-conscious option: For a limited time, every handcrafted burger and fries on the menu is $7.99. applebees.com