Friday is looking a lot sweeter for barbecue fans. On February 27, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is celebrating National Strawberry Day by offering a free scoop of Miss Ollie’s Secret Strawberry Ice Cream with the purchase of any Classic Sandwich or the new Smoked Ham & Cheddar sandwich. It is a berry-filled bargain designed to help guests kick off the weekend with a smile.
A Sweet Tradition at Dickey’s Barbecue Pit
This limited-time offer highlights a special part of the brand’s history as it celebrates its 85th anniversary year. By bringing back a fan-favorite flavor, the restaurant is blending its Texas barbecue roots with a refreshing seasonal treat.
“Ice cream is a part of our menu heritage here at Dickey’s Barbecue Pit. We’re thrilled to bring back Miss Ollie’s Strawberry Ice Cream for our 85th anniversary year,” said Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “It’s serendipitous that such a sweet holiday is falling on such a sweet day of the week and we’re excited to bring our fans one more reason to smile heading into the weekend.”
How to Claim Your Free Treat
To take advantage of this deal, guests must be members of the Big Yellow Cup Rewards program. The offer is redeemable through the official app on both the Apple App Store and Google Play. Simply add a qualifying sandwich – such as the Brisket, Pulled Pork, or the new Smoked Ham & Cheddar – to your cart along with the strawberry ice cream, and the discount will apply at checkout.
Beyond the National Strawberry Day special, joining the rewards program gives fans access to year-round perks, including birthday surprises and points earned on every purchase of “Legit. Texas. Barbecue.” Whether you are dining in or using the drive-thru, this Friday is the perfect time to enjoy a slow-smoked meal followed by a free dessert.
Founded in 1941 by Travis Dickey, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit has spent 85 years serving millions of guests with Legit. Texas. Barbecue. The Dallas-based family-run franchise offers slow-smoked meats and home-style sides with “No B.S. (Bad Stuff)” included. For more information, visit Dickeys.com or explore franchise opportunities at DickeysFranchise.com.
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