Everyone likes it when their birthday rolls around. We get pampered by our friends and family, often treated to dinner, and get a few gifts during that magical 24 hour period of time known as our birthday.

Now there’s at least 25 more reasons to be excited about having your birthday. These amazing restaurants offer perks and free goodies to you when your special day happens. After all, that day only happens once every 365 days!

1. Applebee’s – To qualify for this freebie, you have to sign up for their Eclub, but the perk is worth the effort. You get to choose one dessert off their menu for free on your birthday.

2. Denny’s – All you have to do to get a free Grand Slam Breakfast on your special day is show your idea to prove to them you really are a year older.

3. Arby’s – Sign up for Arby’s Deals, and you’ll automatically get a free Beef N’ Cheddar sandwich just for signing up. On your birthday though, the deal gets better. Grab a friend and head to your nearest location because you can buy one sandwich and get another free on your birthday.

4. IHOP – If you sign up for their rewards program you get a free stack of pancakes when you sign up, on the anniversary of you joining the rewards program, and on your birthday. Yum!

5. Waffle House – If you like waffles better than pancakes, sign up as a Regular Member at any Waffle House and you’ll get free waffles on your birthday.

6. Baskin Robbins – You’ll need to be part of the Baskin Robbins 31 Club for this yummy birthday treat, so sign up now and you’ll get a free scoop of ice cream, coupons, and all the latest offers.

7. Dairy Queen – Join the DQ Blizzard Club and you’ll get your choice of a Dairy Queen blizzard treat on your birthday. You can’t beat that!

8. Ruby Tuesday – Stay connected to Ruby Tuesday and you’ll get a free Garden bar entree or free burger for your birthday.

9. Zaxby’s – Join the Zax Mail Club and when your birthday rolls around you can get their famous chicken slider sandwich paired with their house sauce for free.

10. Qdoba Mexican Grill – If you love Mexican food, this is the place to celebrate your birthday. If you sign up for their rewards club, you’ll get a free burrito on your birthday.

11. Olive Garden – If you’re a member of the Olive Garden eClub, you’ll receive a coupon for a free dessert (up to $10) on your birthday. Just be sure you enter your birthday and email address so you’ll get your coupon.

12. Sprinkles – Register for their bakery rewards program and you’ll get a free cupcake from the world’s first cupcake shop. This reward program can also earn you a free dozen cupcakes depending on how often you visit and purchase from the store.

13. Starbucks – If you’re a member of their rewards club, you get to choose any drink for free on your birthday. If you are a Gold member, you can choose from a free drink or free food item.

14. Red Robin – If you’re considered Red Robin Royalty, you’ll get a free burger on your birthday. You don’t even have to wait to get a coupon to take advantage of this reward. It’s automatically loaded on your account.

15. Joe’s Crab Shack – To take advantage of this deal, register for Joe’s Catch eClub and you’ll nab a free appetizer on your birthday.

16. Noodles & Company – To get a free bowl of noodles on your birthday, register for the Noodles & Company eClub to get a coupon for this offer on your birthday.

17. Dunkin Donuts – There are plenty of perks to being part of this chains reward club, one of which happens on your birthday. You’ll get to choose any medium drink for free on your special day.

18. Hooter’s – Sign up for their eClub and you can receive ten wings for free for up to seven days after your actual birthday. Tasty!

19. Pinkberry – If you’re a fan of cool treats, you’re going to love this offer. Sign up for their loyalty card and you can get a free froyo on your birthday. This is especially awesome if your birthday falls during the hot summer months.

20. Krispy Kreme – Sign up for their rewards program and you’ll get a free glazed donut just for signing up. When your birthday rolls around, forget the cake and have a free donut instead!

21. Firehouse Subs – No need to sign up for a rewards program for this deal. Receive a free sandwich on your birthday just by showing your I.D.

22. Moe’s Southwest Grill – Sign up for Moe’s Rockin Rewards Club and get a free burrito every year on the house at Moe’s Southwest Grill. Celebrate your birthday fiesta style.

23. Texas Roadhouse – Get an appetizer on the house for your birthday when you sign up for this chain’s rewards program.

24. Cracker Barrel – This deal isn’t available at all locations, but it never hurts to ask. If they offer a birthday surprise, you’ll be treated to a free dessert and a birthday song.

25. Jersey Mike’s – Join their free email club and you’ll receive a coupon for a free sub sandwich and drink combo on your birthday.

If you think these deals are too good to pass up, share them with your friends!