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Here’s my list of free stuff to score at the Jersey Shore! Some are free samples, others are promotions, and some are just silly, But hey, they’re all FREE!

Trust Uncle Jimmy, in this economy you need a little help. While I’m not going to be your life coach or tell you how to make more money. However, I can help you score a little free chow here and there if you’re willing to drive to these different places. Think of it as a little supplement to your budget! Besides, at the end of the day, who doesn’t like free sh*t? In fact, The Freebee Guy has cobbled together a list of every food place and all the free stuff you can snag by just signing up or downloading their apps.

One Of My Favorite Freebies Is Now Just A Distant Memory

When I first started working at the Rat back in 1996, I went with some coworkers up to Rumson to a magical joint called Barnacle Bills. I had a burger that day that to this moment I will put up against any I’ve ever eaten anywhere. This isn’t a story about burgers though. It’s about free stuff, and Barnacle Bill’s had plenty of it…In the form of peanuts! Oh yeah, you remember. Peanuts in the shell, all you could crack. Shells all over the floor, your pants, your beer. It was glorious. Unfortunately, the rising concern of childhood nut allergies, caused Bill’s to make a drastic decision in 2012. So no more free peanuts at Barnacle Bills. Ahhh nuts! But that burger is still aces.

As I said, you may chuckle or roll your eyes at a couple of these free stuff items on my list. Some are obvious, while others you might just overlook or not fully appreciate. However, I bet there are one or two that you didn’t know about and can’t wait to get your share of! So have at it, and remember, if it’s free stuff, it’s for me!

  • Free Popcorn At The Bar

    Hey don’t knock it pal! There was a time in this country where EVERY tavern had peanuts, pretzels, popcorn, or that weird ass “bar mix” stuff on the bar. Alas it’s mostly a thing of the past. However you can still find popcorn on the bar or at your table at places like Donovan’s in Manchester, and The Miracle Pub in Toms River to name a few. 

  • Costco Free Samples

    Bro. Don’t even come at me. You know I’m right. I’m at that Brick Costco twice a month fighting the crowds, battling the parking, trying to avoid that annoying guy trying to sell me solar, or a new cell phone plan, or whatever. I need a snack bro. Besides I’m already buying 300 bucks worth of snacks, can you hook a brother up? They sure can! I like snacking on the stuff that I would never usually buy anyway. Makes me feel bad ass. Elk sausage? Sure! Now what aisle is that in? Oh nevermind.

  • The Free Pizza At Johnny Macs In Asbury

    It was an idea they said would never work. Well “they” were stuuuupidddd. Free pizza with your paid drink at JMacs has become a Jersey Shore tradition. It’s a big reason why the house of spirits on Main Street has become one of the hottest weekend destinations for the 20something crowd. The pizza itself? Mixed reviews, but as my 23 year old daughter says, “Hey it’s free”.

     

  • Free Apple Cider At Delicious Orchards

    Who doesn’t love DO? The magical land on Rout 34 in Colts Neck has something for everyone. No, I mean literally they have something for everyone, and it’s FREE. Come have a paper cub of apple cider! Sure have 2 or 4 or get a dirty look from the lady in line behind you! While your at it, move on over to the next room where you can have 4 ounce cup FREE coffee! Sure that scrumptious Strawberry Rhubarb Pie will set ya back 18 bucks, but hey they make up for it!

  • Free Drink Refills

    Sometimes one Pibb or Dew just ain’t enough! Lucky for us there are fantastic places where, if you dine in, you can get yourself those magic free refills! Local names like 

    Burger 25 and Surf Taco come to mind. On a national chain level, I seem to remember Chilis used to give free refills but I don’t know if that is the case any longer. 

     

  • Free Random App At Shogun Legends In Wall

    The Sushi King Of Howell, Carl Craft claims this is true. He says that if you go to Shogun Legends on Route 34 in Wall Township, sit at the sushi bar, and order up some sushi, the fellow behind the bar will bring out a free appetizer for you. Carl told me he has had single servings of octopus, crab, and shrimp tempura on different occasions. It’s free and always random. Ok wait. This sounds amazing, is this just a Carl Craft, morning show guy deal? I must find out if this is for everybody!

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  • Free Wings With Every Beer Tower Sundays At Beacon 70

    Come on baby!!  Free Friggin’ Wings!  Beacon 70 on Route 70 in Brick boasts free wings with every beer tower. Now a beer tower is going to run you about 24 bucks and up depending on your beer of choice. However with every tower you get an order of wings FREE! I’ll take it.

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