Halloween is just a few short weeks away and many restaurants are starting to release their spooky-themed menus. Whether you want something sweet or savory, these food spots will have all of your festive cravings covered. In 2024, there is no shortage of Halloween-inspired treats. Here are the places you should check out for spooky season specials.
1. Starbucks Halloween Drinks & Treats
Starbucks is known for its fun holiday-themed drinks, and Halloween is no exception. The coffee giant has released its new line of Halloween-themed cups. You can also grab some specialty treats to celebrate too. Every year, they bring back the fan-favorite Witch’s Brew Frappuccino. You can also pick up a Mummy Cake Pop, which is a fun way to celebrate Halloween.
2. Krispy Kreme: Scary Sweet Donuts
Every year, Krispy Kreme has some kind of Halloween-themed donuts to get into the spooky spirit. This year, the donut shop will be launching its collection of Halloween donuts in early October. While we don’t know exactly what KK will be releasing this year, we know it’ll be great. Last year’s lineup included Scooby Doo-themed donuts that each had a unique flavor. Yum!
3. Chipotle & Spirit Halloween Costume Line
Who doesn’t love Chipotle? The popular eatery is partnering with Spirit Halloween with its own costume line. Costumes in the line features a Chipotle napkin, fork, water cup, burrito, and to-go bag. They’re a funny way to celebrate the spooky holiday. While it hasn’t been confirmed yet, the Boorito will also likely make a comeback this year.
4. McDonald’s: Halloween Happy Meals
McDonald’s appealed to everyone’s inner child when they released their famous ’80s Boo Buckets again a few years ago. Now, they reveal the pattern/look for the new buckets each year. This year’s designs feature monsters this year in white, blue, green, and orange. It will also include stickers for kids to decorate their monsters. Halloween lovers will be able to land this year’s Boo Buckets starting on October 15.
5. Dunkin’: Boo-tiful Brews and Festive Baked Goods
Dunkin’ is really serving up the spooky vibes this year. Their beloved specialty spider donut is making a comeback. However, they’re also introducing a few new things this year. Dunkin’ will be serving up a Potion Macchiato starting on October 16. They’ll also be offering a bucket of their own this year. Anyone who buys 50 of their Munchkin donut holes will receive their treat in a Halloween-themed bucket. Like Chipotle, Dunkin’ has also announced the release of their own costumes this year too. You can snag a DunKings outfit on their site now.
6. Baskin-Robbins: Scary Good Ice Cream Flavors
Baskin-Robbins also enjoys embracing the Halloween spirit. Although the ice cream shop hasn’t announced its flavors for this year, they have historically served up some funky flavors in the past, including Halloween ice cream cakes and Halloween candy mashups. They’re also known for running special deals on holidays, so keep an eye out for savings for Halloween.
7. Burger King & Addam’s Family Collab
Previous years gave people the Ghost Pepper Whooper and some dyed buns for Halloween at Burger King. This year, the fast food chain has collaborated with The Addam’s Family to release some spooky-themed grub. The new items include Gomez’s Churro Fries, Morticia’s Kooky Chocolate Shake, Wednesday’s Whooper, and Thing’s Rings (onion rings). The Whooper is a shocking shade of purple and the entire lineup looks delicious. Don’t forget to grab your Addam’s Family BK crown too! The new menu will be available on October 10, with King Jr. Halloween toys being released on October 7.
8. Cold Stone Creamery: Halloween Ice Cream Creations
Cole Stone Creamery has brought back its fan-favorite “Boo Batter” ice cream. It is a black cake batter-flavored ice cream. You can customize the ice cream or go for their pre-designed “Trick or Treat” creation, which includes Kit Kats, Halloween Oreos, and M&Ms. They also have a “31 Nights of Monster Mash” creation that is made of cookie dough ice cream, mini peanut butter M&Ms, oats, and chocolate chips. These specials are only available during October though, so don’t miss s out!
Don’t Miss Out on These Spooky Specials
Halloween has become one of the most celebrated holidays. It’s become more than just costumes and candy. It can be something you have fun with all month long. Many of these food places are stepping up with exciting treats and deals for the spooky holiday. Whether you’re in the mood for something to satisfy your sweet tooth or a Halloween-themed meal, there’s something here for everyone. So, make the most of the season and swipe up these Halloween deals before they’re gone.