By Karen Schaffner
Things are getting more expensive, and food is no exception. Just to make life a bit easier, what follows is a list of local restaurants that may give a senior discount. Generally speaking, seniors have to ask for it.
Applebee’s
2230 W. Ina Road
5870 E. Broadway Park Mall, Building E
Arby’s
Some Arby’s locations offer a discount of 10%, but it is not a chainwide policy, so ask.
Boston Market
Varies by location for those 65 and older, so ask.
Burger King
Varies by location for those 60 and older, so ask.
Chick-fil-A
10% off for those 50 and older
Chili’s
10% discount
5150 E. Broadway Boulevard
1640 W. Valencia Road
Dairy Queen
Varies by location for those 55 and older, so ask.
Denny’s
Offers a 55-plus menu and 15% off with an AARP card.
Dunkin’
Get a free doughnut with the purchase of a large or extra-large coffee and an AARP card, but it varies by location.
Einstein’s Bagels
10% off for seniors 60 and older
El Pollo Loco
10% off for seniors 60 and older
Golden Corral Buffet and Grill
For 55 and older
$11.49 for lunch and $15.99 for dinner, beginning at 4 p.m.
4380 E. 22nd Street
6385 S. Midvale Park Road
6865 N. Thornydale Road
IHOP
Has a 55-and-older menu
4187 N. Oracle Road
1500 W. Grant Road
8445 N. Cerius Stra
Outback Steakhouse
10% with an AARP card
4871 E. Grant Road
2240 W. Ina Road
Papa John’s Pizza & Delivery
20% but you have to ask for it and at some outlets it’s for carryout only.
Sonic
10% on single items; cannot be applied to combos
Taco Bell
A 16-ounce drink for 75 cents
Village Inn
You have to request it, but it’s 10% for those 55 and older.
9560 E. 22nd Street
Wendy’s
A free value drink; just ask for it
Whataburger
A complimentary senior drink
