by on 30-10-2014 in Entertainment

Between gifts, cards, and parties, birthdays can wind up being expensive for all involved. Fortunately, however, a number of Australian restaurants and cafes are beginning to offer great birthday deals to their loyal patrons. By registering with your favourite eateries, you can score any (or all!) of these free birthday dishes, making your special day both budget-friendly and fun.
Are you ready to make your next birthday your best one yet? Read on to learn more!

Chocolate lovers' dreams come true at Chocolateria San Churro. Though they're known for their truffles, cakes, and hot chocolates, San Churro is most famous for their namesake, the delicious Spanish churro. Sign up for Chocolateria San Churro's newsletter and you can enjoy a delicious platter of deep-fried churros for two, absolutely free of charge! The birthday platter includes six mouth-watering churros and two pots of chocolate sauce for dipping. By signing up for this newsletter you'll save yourself $15 on your birthday dessert. Registering for San Churro's newsletter ensures that you'll score additional deals from them in the future, too. This tasty offer is our number-one birthday deal recommendation.

Nando's has been a nationwide phenomenon ever since their 1991 debut in Perth. Today, Nando's has over 270 locations across the continent. In 2013, the popular chain introduced a new rewards system called PERi-Perks. By downloading the Nando's app or picking up a card in-store, you can gain access to a number of discounts and rewards, including complimentary drinks, VIP deals, and a free meal on your birthday. If you thought your favourite chicken restaurant couldn't get any better - it can! Sign up for PERi-Perks and start reaping the rewards today.

Are you're looking for a little extra flavour in your life? Spice things up with a free birthday dinner at Salsa's! Pick up a Mex Club card at your favourite Salsa's location and sign up for Mex Club, the restaurant's rewards program. Mex Club members earn $1 in rewards for every $15 they spend. Along with discounts and special offers, you'll score a free burrito on your birthday! You won't soon forget this delicious birthday dinner.

Starting your birthday off right is crucial to enjoying your big day. Registering for the Muffin Break Club is the best way to ensure you'll enjoy your birthday month to the fullest. Once you've registered, you will receive a free cup of coffee. In the future, every fifth cup will be free as well! On your birthday, you'll receive a free muffin, too! If you're craving a morning treat during your birthday month, there's no better place to go than Muffin Break.

For fans of healthy living, there's no more rewarding birthday treat than a free drink from Boost Juice. This awesome smoothie and juice chain is perfect for all, offering low-fat, gluten-free, and dairy-free options with natural, delicious ingredients. By joining the "Very Important Boost Enthusiast" (VIBE) Club, you'll earn a free Boost drink on your birthday, as well as every 11th drink free. Simply pick up a VIBE card from your local Boost Juice store and activate it on the store website. For a healthy, wholesome snack on your birthday, stop into Boost Juice. You definitely won't regret it.
Locations: ACT, NSW, QLD, and VIC territories

Do you love kebabs? If so, your dream birthday dinner is waiting for you at Ali Baba. The restaurant, founded in Canberra in 1979, has been impressing Aussies with its authentic, delicious Middle Eastern cuisine for the past 35 years. From herb-marinated kebabs to mouth-watering barbecue chicken, Ali Baba's menu is sure to please everyone in your party. Simply pick up a card from your local Ali Baba restaurant and register it online to get started earning rewards. Right from the start, your new card will come loaded with enough reward points for one kebab. Additionally, you can earn $1 in rewards for every $15 spent at the restaurant, as well as a kebab dinner for your birthday. In short, registering for Ali Baba's Ultimate Rewards program will make you feel like every day is your birthday.

Craving something sinfully sweet on your birthday? You'll find exactly what you're looking for at your local branch of The Cheesecake Shop. Whether you love cheesecakes, mudcakes or macarons, The Cheesecake Shop has a dessert that will satisfy your sweet-tooth. By joining Mamuska's Cheesecake Shop family, you'll enjoy a voucher for $5 off your next cake, as well as a $5 birthday voucher every single year. This birthday discount is another gift that just keeps on giving. Register today and reap the benefits of your Cheesecake Shop membership for years to come.

For those looking to indulge in a super-healthy snack during their birthday, registering for Sumo Salad's Sumo Society is the key to a delicious, nutritious celebratory meal. If you're a frequent Sumo Salad customer, this club membership will earn you rewards points with each purchase you make. Your membership card will come pre-loaded with $5 worth of points and will additionally guarantee you a free salad on your birthday. For the fitness gurus and calorie-conscious among us, Sumo Salad offers the best guilt-free birthday deal in Australia.

Baskin-Robbins' "Club 31" rewards program is another great way to score a free treat on your birthday. The chain, known for its fun flavours of ice cream, is a family favourite all across the country. By registering for Club 31 online, customers can gain access to special deals throughout the year, including a "buy-one, get-one-free" deal immediately following registration. Best of all, the chain offers every registered customer a free scoop of ice cream on his or her birthday, along with a special discount on a birthday cake. If you're looking to enjoy your cake (and ice cream!) and eat it, too, Baskin-Robbins has the birthday rewards program for you.

Who doesn't love a good Subway sandwich every now and then? By signing up for Subway's Eat Fresh club, you can score a free six-inch sub and beverage on your birthday, along with additional promotions throughout the year. Joining is as easy as filling out a form on the Subway website. If you're looking for a healthy, free lunch on your special day, consider treating yourself to this great offer from Subway. Your waistline and your pocketbook will thank you!
By registering with your favourite eateries, you can make your next birthday an affordable celebration, full of free food. Sign up today and enjoy!
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