Flash forward to adult birthdays and the magic evaporates. It becomes just another day at the office, with the possible addition of store-bought cake and a forced serenade. Luckily, Mr. Free Stuff is eager to put the enchantment back into your annual celebration with a comprehensive list of birthday freebies from your favorite eateries.
Read on for the top 15 offers, and be sure to check out the rest at MrFreeStuff.com.
Ben & Jerry's
Join the Chunk Spelunker club -- if nothing else for the super cool label -- and get a free scoop of ice cream on your birthday, plus $3 off an ice cream cake.
Benihana's
Become part of the "Chef's Table" and get a $30 birthday certificate for use at any location.
Del Taco
Receive free stuff like two chicken soft tacos upon registering for the Raving Fan E-club, plus a free premium milkshake on your birthday.
Denny's
Get a free Grand Slam when you show up to Denny's on your birthday - no pre-registration required.
Fuddruckers
Get a free birthday burger and "gift" on your birthday when you join the Fudds Club.
Hooters
Join the Hooters E-club for 10 free birthday wings. Woot!
HuHot Mongolian Grill
Get one free appetizer upon registration for the HotClub, followed by a free grill meal on your birthday.
Juice it Up
Get a free smoothie on your birthday when you join the Smooth eClub.
The Melting Pot
Membership with Club Fondue yields a free fondue-for-two coupon on your birthday, among other benefits throughout the year.
Noodles & Company
Become a member of the Noodles e-club and enjoy a free bowl of noodles on your birthday.
Red Robin
Get a free birthday burger plus a free gift upon registering with the Red Robin eClub.
Spicy Pickle
Receive one free entree -- no other purchase required! -- on your birthday when you sign up for the Pickle Newsletter.
Waffle House
Get a free waffle upon registration, plus a free waffle on your birthday.
Which Wich
Become a member of the Vibe Club and get a free regular sandwich on your birthday.
Wienerschnitzel
Brace yourselves for this one: join the Wiener Lovers' Club -- no typo there -- and get a free chili dog upon registration, plus a free corn dog on your birthday.