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The Best Tax Day Deals

Posted on June 5, 2023   |   Updated on September 30, 2025
Sidney Madden

Sidney Madden

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Trivia night at The Rambler in North Center. (Courtesy of The Rambler)

Whether you owe money or are getting a refund, we can all celebrate the end of tax season with a few deals around town.

❓ Best Tax Day trivia

: The Rambler in North CenterTest your music knowledge for a full or partial “tax refund” on your bar tab. 

Smash the $10.99 burger topped with secret sauce at either of the west suburban restaurant locations. And, yes, fries are included.

🥪 Best Tax Day sandwich

: Potbelly’s (all locations)

Buy an original sandwich from the Chicago-based chain, and get a second one free. Use promo code “BOGO.”

🍻 Best Tax Day happy hour

: Cody’s in Lakeview

Order off the “1040 EZ Menu,” $10.40 beer-and-shot combos like Old Style and Malort or Schlitz and Jim Beam.

🍩 Best Tax Day sweet

: Krispy Kreme (all locations)

Order a dozen assorted or glazed doughnuts at your local Krispy Kreme, and only pay the sales tax. If you order online, get the second dozen free!

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