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A shout out to all the fast casuals helping us eat our election feelings

To call the presidential election polarizing would be the understatement of the year, but most Americans — regardless of political party affiliation — will agree it's been one of the most stressful campaign seasons of their lives. Luckily, there are several brands offering specials to unite us in one common goal: eating our feelings.

Through Election Day, Pieology is offering two 11-inch create-your-own pizzas and a shareable dessert for $20.20.

November 2, 2020 by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

To call the 2020 presidential election polarizing would be the understatement of the year, but most Americans — regardless of political party affiliation — will agree it's been one of the most stressful campaign seasons of their lives. Luckily, there are several fast casual brands offering specials to unite us in one common goal: eating our feelings. Below is a partial round-up of election freebies and discounts.

Boston Market
Considering that the election results "could stretch well into the evening and beyond," Boston Market is giving customers a free slider after 9 p.m. No purchase is necessary, according to a company press release.

Rubio's
Rubio's, which tasked customers with voting for their favorite tacos, are serving the winning taco — Langostino Lobster Tacos — for $3 after 2:30 p.m. on Election Day. All guests will receive an "I Taco'd" Sticker, according to a company press release. The Langostino Lobster Taco edged out the delicious Mexican Street Corn Shrimp taco for the win. Guests may use the code MKTG991 when placing an order online at Rubios.com or on the Rubio's app.

Mod Market Eatery
Colorado Springs-based Modern Market Eatery is offering free delivery on Election Day to encourage guests to stay home and watch the election results, according to a company press release.

Pieology
Pieology is celebrating everyone who votes in this upcoming election with a new national "You Vote, You Pie" Reward that celebrates individuality and freedom. Through Election Day, locations across the United States will offer an Election Day 2020 Bundle deal: Two 11-inch create-your-own pizzas and a shareable dessert for $20.20, according to a company press release.

To encourage individuals to vote, Pieology is also kicking off the 2020 promotion on social by putting its premium crusts head-to-head and asking guests to vote in the comments section for their favorite Premium crust: Original Thin, PieRise Thick, Cauliflower and Gluten-Free.

Pieology will reward all users who vote on social with a special offer sent to their direct message. Pieology will also randomly select five winners from the comments to receive a free 2020 Bundle.

Fresh Baguette
Washington D.C.-based Fresh Baguette wants to help all its guests take a break this election Day by inviting them to any of its three locations for a free coffee and mini croissant. This offer is available from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday with no purchase required. Whether guests voted by mail, early or in-person, they can partake by saying, "vote," showing a Fresh Baguette vote Instagram or e-mail image on their phone or by wearing an "I voted" sticker, according to a company press release.

Chronic Tacos
Customers who bring in their "I Voted" stickers on Election Day may get a free combo upgrade with the purchase of a two-taco plate, burrito or bowl-rito. The deal is at participating restaurants, according to a company press release.

Krispy Kreme
Krispy Kreme has launched the "Doughnuts and DOUGHmocracy" campaign, which allows customers to receive one free Original Glazed doughnut at participating sites on Election Day. Shops also are giving away "I Voted" stickers while supplies last.

Grubhub
Grubhub has partnered with a variety of restaurants to offer election night discounts, according to a company press release. They include:

7-11:free delivery on orders over $15.
BurgerFi: free delivery on orders over $15.
Burger King: $3 off on orders over $18.
California Pizza Kitchen: $10 off on orders of $30+
Pret A Manger: $5 off on orders of over $15.
Wow Bao: $5 off on orders over $20.

Diners may check out the Perks tab in the Grubhub or Seamless apps to see all participating brands.

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About Cherryh Cansler

Cherryh Cansler is VP of Events for Networld Media Group and publisher of FastCasual.com. She has been covering the restaurant industry since 2012. Her byline has appeared in Forbes, The Kansas City Star and American Fitness magazine, among many others.

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