January is the month of resolutions.

And if you're resolving to save more money in 2019, you've come to the right place.

Welcome to USA TODAY's January guide of free food, meal deals, made-up food holidays and other savings.

One of the month's sweetest days is Jan. 23, which is National Pie Day not to be confused with Pi Day held March 14.

Bookmark this page because it'll be updated frequently with more specials.

Here are the deals, big days and ongoing specials, available at participating locations. To be on the safe side, always check with your closest location before heading out. Also, some will require you to have a restaurant's app or be signed up for emails.

If you know of a deal not listed here for a business with at least 20 locations, email the details to kelly.tyko@tcpalm.com.

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Limited-time specials

Burger King: Get a free order of Chicken Fries when you spend $5 on DoorDash through Sunday, Jan. 6 with promo code NEWYEAR. To get this deal, add the Chicken Fries to your DoorDash cart and enter the code. According to the offer details, it is limited to the first 30,000 orders and valid for participating Burger King locations within DoorDash's delivery zones. Not valid for pickup or dine-in.

Chipotle Mexican Grill: Through Monday, Jan. 7, college football fans can get free delivery on any Chipotle order $10 or more for the first-ever "Chipotle Free Delivery Bowl." To redeem the offer, place a delivery order on the chain's mobile app or online at order.chipotle.com. No coupon code is needed and orders $10 or more will be eligible for free delivery.

IHOP: For a limited time at participating locations, get all-you-can-eat pancakes with any breakfast combo or get just the pancakes for $4.99. Dine-in and buttermilk pancakes only. Some exclusions apply and this offer isn't valid with senior and kids meals.

Metro Diner: Jan. 1 was National Bloody Mary Day and through Friday, Jan. 4, Metro Diner has $2.99 Bloody Mary drinks from open to close.

Papa John's: To celebrate the launch of the new and more rewarding Papa Rewards program, Papa John's has a contest going on through Sunday, Jan. 6. Learn more at www.papajohns.com/PapaDough.

Pizza Hut: Through Tuesday, Jan. 8, get 50 percent off menu-priced pizzas ordered online. No coupon code is needed.

Taco Bell: Not a deal, but in a tweet Taco Bell announced the Naked Chicken Chalupa is back on the menu "for a hot second" and to "get it ASAP before it disappears again."

Jan. 2: Free shrimp at Outback and more

Cicis: Wednesday is National Buffet Day and the restaurant chain known for its pizza buffet has a coupon for a free adult buffet with the purchase of an adult buffet and a large drink.

Outback Steakhouse: The chain is celebrating Iowa's win in the Outback Bowl by giving away free Coconut Shrimp Wednesday. To get this freebie with any purchase, say "Outback Bowl" to your server.

Shake Shack: Wednesday, Jan. 2 is the last day to get a free burger with purchase of a burger on online orders and with the Shake Shack app with promo code THANKYOU18.

Jan. 4: National Spaghetti Day

Don't confuse National Spaghetti Day with National Pasta Day held in October. More carb-laden deals are expected.

Carrabba’s Italian Grill: Locations nationwide are celebrating National Spaghetti Day Friday, Jan. 4 with a $10 special. Choose from Spaghetti Pomodoro, sautéed in classic tomato sauce or Penne Alfredo and Linguine Positano with crushed tomatoes, garlic, olive oil and basil.

Jan. 19: National Popcorn Day

In past years, some movie theater chains have offered deals on the classic movie snack in honor of the made-up holiday. Tip: Use theater rewards programs to save on popcorn and movie tickets throughout the year.

Jan. 23: National Pie Day

Mark your calendar now for some sweet deals. And since Pie Day falls on a Wednesday this year, it means it's also Free Pie Wednesday at restaurants including Village Inn and Baker's Square.

Ongoing specials

Applebee’s: The January drink of the month is the "$2 Captain and Cola,” made with Captain Morgan Spiced Rum and Pepsi and served in a 10-ounce mug.

Chili’s: The chain’s first $5 margarita of the month for 2019 is a fan favorite from 2018, The Cherry Blossom. The drink features of Lunazul tequila, St-Germain, Fresh Sour and Grenadine.

Dunkin’: Through March 3, get a medium-sized latte or cappuccino, hot or iced, for $2 from 2 to 6 p.m. at participating locations.

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen: For a limited time, get three pieces of chicken tenders or bone-in chicken with a biscuit for $3.99.

Taco Bell: Get a free drink with any purchase through the app or website once-a-day through Feb. 1. According to the fine print, this deal is available at participating locations for web and app pay ahead orders only.

Wendy’s: The fast-food chain has brought back its Giant Junior Bacon Cheeseburger – also known as the Giant JBC – and its signature $5 meal deal. The combo deal, available for a limited time at participating locations, includes the Giant JBC, four-piece chicken nuggets, small fries and a small drink for $5. The burger also is available a la carte for $3.49. Pricing and participation can vary.

Kelly Tyko is a consumer columnist and retail reporter for Treasure Coast Newspapers and TCPalm.com, part of the USA TODAY NETWORK. Read her Bargainista tips at TCPalm.com/Bargainista, follow her on Twitter @KellyTyko and email her at kelly.tyko@tcpalm.com.

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: January specials: Your monthly guide to freebies and meal deals