If your bank account is feeling the strain after the festive season, a host of popular UK restaurant chains are coming to the rescue with a series of spectacular January sales. Throughout the month, twelve major brands are slashing prices on meals, with discounts of up to fifty per cent and some dishes costing as little as £1.
Pasta, Pizza and Burger Bargains
Several big-name casual dining spots have launched wallet-friendly set promotions. Bella Italia has revived its annual £5 pasta deal, available every day from midday until 29 January 2026. The offer covers favourites like Carbonara and Bolognese from the main menu, with other pastas available for an extra £2.49. Simply tell your server "£5 pasta" to claim.
Over at Frankie & Benny's, you can grab a pizza or burger for just a fiver on the same dates. Choices include the Central Park Burger and BBQ Chicken Pizza. For £2.49 more, you can upgrade to items like a Steakhouse Burger or a Cajun Chicken Alfredo Calzone. The magic phrase for your waiter is "£5 favourites".
Perhaps the standout offer comes from Pizza Express, where you can get one main course for just £1 when you buy another full-price main. This deal also runs until 29 January 2026 but requires signing up to the Pizza Express Club via their app. The £1 selection includes Classic pizzas and salads.
Steak, Tapas and Set Menu Savings
For those seeking a more substantial meal, there are plenty of discounts on multi-course menus. The Argentinian steakhouse Gaucho is serving a two-course lunch menu for £10 between 12pm and 4pm until the end of January, with no code needed.
At Côte Brasserie, the 'Happiest Menu' offers two courses for £15 or three for £19 until 31 January 2026 on weekdays from midday. Dishes like steak frites and grilled sea bream are included.
Fans of sharing plates can head to Las Iguanas, where pre-booking unlocks unlimited tapas for £17 per person Sunday to Friday until 30 January 2026. The feast includes padrón peppers, loaded nachos, tacos and more.
Pub Grub and Homeware Eats
The discounts aren't limited to restaurant chains. Young's Pubs are running a weekday offer of two courses for £19 or three for £23 until 27 February 2026, featuring mains like Chicken chasseur.
Even IKEA is getting in on the act. By signing up for a free IKEA Family membership, customers can enjoy selected meals for 99p on weekdays until 30 January, excluding weekends. Options range from breakfast to falafel with couscous.
Other notable deals include:
- All Bar One: 50% off mains and small plates Sunday to Friday for members (until 29 Jan).
- Prezzo: 40% off food daily except Saturdays (until 9 Feb 2026) via their app.
- Bar + Block: Selected £10 mains like Steak and Frites on weekdays until 5pm.
- Banana Tree: Laksa or ramen for £6.95 Sunday to Thursday (until 29 Jan).
With so many tempting offers on the table, January 2026 is shaping up to be a fantastic month for dining out without breaking the bank. Remember to check individual restaurant terms, as some offers require app downloads or have specific time restrictions.
