Restaurants around the United States are gearing up to commemorate the rare solar eclipse on April 8th. Chains and independent restaurants alike are leveraging this unique marketing opportunity by launching special menu items and promotional offers to attract customers and create memorable dining experiences.
List of offers from food chains and restaurants for the total solar eclipse
Krispy Kreme: Special Oreo donut
Krispy Kreme is releasing a limited edition donut for the total solar eclipse. The special has an original, glazed donut covered in black chocolate icing. It’s then topped with silver sprinkles and Oreo buttercream. There is also a whole cookie in the center of the donut!
Sonic Drive-In: Blackout Slush Float
Sonic Drive-In is introducing a new Blackout Slush Float. Cotton candy and dragon fruit flavored slush are topped with creamy white soft serve and galaxy-themed sprinkles. Additionally, each purchase includes complimentary eclipse viewing glasses.
Smoothie King: Eclipse Berry Blitz smoothie
Smoothie King is also participating, offering the Eclipse Berry Blitz smoothie. This delightful beverage, made with bananas, wild blueberries, apples, and a juice blend, contains blue spirulina for an additional celestial touch. Stores along the eclipse’s path of totality will even provide branded eclipse glasses with the purchase of this themed smoothie.
Pizza Hut and Schlotzsky’s: Budget-friendly options
Pizza Hut and Schlotzsky’s are giving budget-friendly specials to commemorate the occasion. On Eclipse Day, Pizza Hut will serve big pizzas for $12, with options for carryout, dine-in, and delivery. Meanwhile, Schlotzsky’s is lowering the price of their small original or fresh vegetable sandwiches to $2.99, giving eclipse aficionados an economical and filling supper option.
SunChips: Pineapple Habanero and Black Bean Spicy Gouda
SunChips is introducing a limited-edition flavor, Pineapple Habanero and Black Bean Spicy Gouda, which will be available online just on the day of the eclipse. This unique snack option gives a tasty edge to eclipse viewing parties and groups.
Burger King: BOGO offer
Burger King is also celebrating the eclipse by providing a BOGO (buy one, get one) offer on Whoppers to Royal Perk members who text ECLIPSE to 251251. This exclusive offer allows customers to redeem the promotion through the Burger King app or online until April 15, making it available to both new and existing rewards members.