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.
🍔 Best Tax Day burger: Krafted Burger Bar + Tap in Bolingbrook, Elmhurst
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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