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Best Deals In Cleveland For Memorial Day, Dining Guide 2022

This weekend is the unofficial start to summer plus National Hamburger Day. Enjoy the military discounts, specials, freebies and deals.

CLEVELAND, OH — Memorial Day is a federal holiday honoring men and women who died while serving their county. This year, it falls on Monday, May 30, 2022.

The weekend before the holiday, as well as the day itself, has become the unofficial start to summer. This year, another — less serious — holiday also aligns perfectly with a weekend known for cooking outdoors. National Hamburger Day lands on Saturday, May 28.

Between the celebrations, this adds up to military discounts, restaurant specials, BOGO offers and burger deals.

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We've rounded the best Memorial Day weekend dining deals for grilling at home, picking up a to-go order or dining at a restaurant.

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APPLEBEE'S: Spend $25 or more in one transaction and score a free movie ticket to "Top Gun: Maverick" in theaters May 27. Spend $50 or more in one transaction for two free tickets. Offer is good for dine-in or takeout. Details. The chain also added two new $5 summer sips: the "Sunset Mana Rita" and "Tipsy Shark ." Location finder here.


ARBY'S: Celebrate National Hamburger Day with new, limited-time Wagyu Steakhouse Burger, on menus through July 31. The 6.4-ounce burger is a blend of 52% American Wagyu and 48% ground beef, cooked Sous Vide-style, and includes cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, red onion and special sauce on a brioche bun. Bacon and ranch optional. Prices start at $5.99, but may vary by location. Details. Locations listed here.


DICKEY'S BARBECUE PIT: It's a Memorial Day weekend BOGO deal for Big Yellow Cup Rewards members: Buy one brisket sandwich, get one free May 28-31. Rewards members will receive one unique code by email to redeem online via app only. And in another special offered through May 29: Get a brisket sandwich, side and Big Yellow Cup for $8.99. Available online and via app only (no coupon code needed). Offer found online and in the app menu under "Deals." Locations here.


LONG JOHN SILVER'S: A 20% military discount is offered on Mondays to those with valid ID — Memorial Day is a Monday. On other days, a 10% discount is available as a thank you to those who served. Details here. Two other deals are running through May 31 at participating locales: take $2 off any variety platter; or take $5 off any family meal of 8 pieces or more. Required coupons found here, by scrolling to the bottom of the page. Locations here.


MORTON'S THE STEAKHOUSE: Memorial Day prix-fixe menu will be served May 27-31. Includes starter, entree choice (filet mignon, pork chop, shrimp scampi, salmon, chicken or lobster ravioli) and dessert. $65 per person. "Chef's Table" grill kits are also available for takeout. Details here. Locations here.


OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE: Active-duty military and veterans, with a valid ID, can enjoy a 10% "Heroes Discount" off their guest check. The offer runs every day, year-round, and also extends to nurses, doctors, medical staff, police, firefighters and first responders who have a valid medical, state or federal service ID. Details. Find locations here.


RED LOBSTER: A BOGO deal to kick off summer is available to teachers, school faculty and staff who show a valid school ID. Diners buy one entree and get a second entree (maximum $20 value) free. The special runs May 23-June 5 for dine-in only. Details. Location finder here.


7-ELEVEN: 7NOW customers can celebrate Memorial Day weekend with free pizza. First-time users of the 7NOW delivery app can use code PIZZA to redeem one free pie with any delivery order. The special begins May 25. The 7NOW delivery app can be downloaded from the App Store or Google Play or found by visiting 7NOW.com or 7Rewards.com.


SUBWAY: Use promo code 15OFF and get 15% off any footlong sub sandwiches online or in the app. At participating restaurants through July 11. Details here. Locations list here.


WAYBACK BURGERS: On National Hamburger Day, May 28, get a BOGO deal on Classic Burgers. Available only via the app at participating locations. One per app account, and it may not be combined with other offers. Info here. Weekly deals for Burger Month here. Find locations here.


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