Today through Monday (4/29), Plastic Jungle has lowered the price on Outback Restaurant Brands discount gift cards, Macaroni Grill discount gift cards, Legal Sea Foods discount gift cards, Morton’s the Steakhouse discount gift cards, Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants discount gift cards, and Olive Garden discount gift cards!  Now is a great time to stock up on discount gift cards for Mother’s Day brunch or dinner, date night, and your anniversary.

WHAT KIND OF EXTRA MONEY WILL YOU SAVE?

Save 10% More on Outback Restaurant Brands Discount Gift Cards!

• Get $50 to spend at Outback Steakhouse for only $44.50 when you get your Outback Restaurant Brands gift cards by Sunday!
• Get $50 to spend at Carrabba’s Italian Grill for only $44.50 when order Outback Restaurant Brands gift cards by Sunday!
• Get $50 to spend on food at Bonefish Grill for only $44.50 when you stock up on Outback Restaurant Brands gift cards by Sunday!
• Get $50 to dine at Roy’s Hawaiian Fusion Cuisine Restauant for only $44.50 when you buy Outback Restaurant Brands gift cards by Sunday!
• Get $50 to take your sweetheart to Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar for only $44.50 when order Outback Restaurant Brands gift cards by Sunday!

Save 20% More on Macaroni Grill Discount Gift Cards!

• Get $100 to take your family to Macaroni Grill restaurant for only $88 when you buy Macaroni Grill discount gift cards by Sunday!

Save 14% More on Legal Seafoods Discount Gift Cards!

• Get $100 to enjoy fresh tuna, lobster, shrimp and more at Legal Seafoods restaurant for only $84 when you get your Legal Sea Foods discount gift cards by Sunday!

Save 20% More on Morton’s The Steakhouse Discount Gift Cards!

• Get $50 to spend at Morton’s The Steakhouse Restaurant for only $44 when you buy Morton’s the Steakhouse discount gift cards by Sunday!
• And get $100 for your upcoming double-date Morton’s The Steakhouse Restaurant for only $88 when you order your Morton’s the Steakhouse discount gift cards by Sunday!

Save 8% More on Lettuce Entertain Restaurants You Discount Gift Cards! (view complete list of locations)

• Get $25 to spend anyway you want at any Lettuce Entertain You Restaurant for only $21.75 when you buy Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants discount gift cards by Sunday!
• And spend $50 to unlock your choice dining at one of the 31 Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants concepts for only $43.50 when you purchase Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants discount gift cards from Plastic Jungle by Sunday!

Save 11% More on Olive Garden Discount Gift Cards!

• Spend $25 at Olive Garden for only $22.50 when you buy Olive Garden discount gift cards by Sunday!

Frugal Shopper Tip: Use dining club discounts on top of discount gift card savings to save even more when you eat out!

Happy Saving!

What are your St. Patrick’s Day plans? 

Whether St. Patrick’s Day is just another day to you or you go all out in celebrating your heritage, make this St. Patrick’s Day one that saves you money by taking advantage of St. Patrick’s Day drinks and dining discounts found at Plastic Jungle.

Four-leaf clovers, green beer, the day named after the apostle of Ireland – St. Patrick – is only a few days away.  Get out your green (meaning your green clothing so you don’t get pinched) and dine out this Sunday (St. Patrick’s Day) for less with restaurant discount gift cards from Plastic Jungle.

You’re in luck because Plastic Jungle carries discount gift cards for a variety of restaurants and menus that will suit your St. Patrick’s Day celebration.

Traditional Irish Food on St. Patrick’s Day?

Maybe you want Irish fare like corned beef, cabbage and fresh carrots, new red potatoes, soda bread, and mini key lime pies this St. Patrick’s Day.  Get your Irish eats at Morton’s The Steakhouse on St. Patrick’s Day.  You can indulge in a special St. Patrick’s Day buffet, green beer, Bloody Marys, and wine by the glass or the bottle for 12% less at Morton’s The Steakhouse when you pay with Morton’s The Steakhouse discount gift cards.

Have you ever eaten at Morton’s Steakhouse?  Morton’s has establishments in 56% of the United States include Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and Washington.  Check with your local Morton’s location for special St. Patrick’s Day menu offerings.

Italian on St. Patrick’s Day?

There’s nothing wrong with wearing green on St. Patrick’s Day and enjoying a smooth glass of wine and a creamy pasta dish.

You’ll want to call in your reservations for Macaroni Grill for St. Patrick’s Day because when you stack the savings of using Romano’s Macaroni Grill discount gift cards with the $5 off Macaroni Grill coupon (via the newletter sign up at bottom) you can get $100 worth of food for only $75!  That’s like getting two Macaroni Grill Classics entrees ($13 value each) for free!

How about fish or Asian on St. Patrick’s Day?

From Thai Chicken Curry at Sapporo restaurant to Wood-Grilled Lamb Loin at Coach Grill, Back Bay Restaurant Group discount gift cards unlock tasty options for St. Patrick’s Day dining at an 11% discount.

Back Bay Restaurant Group was recently acquired by Tavistock Restaurants which means you can now use Back Bay Restaurant discount gift cards this St. Patrick’s Day at even more restaurant locations nationwide including  Abe & Louie’s, Alcatraz Brewing Company, AQUAKNOX Global Water Cuisine, Atlantic Fish, Blackhawk Grille, Cafe Del Ray, California Cafe, Charley’s Chestnut Hill, Coach Grill, Joe’s American Bar & Grill, Napa Valley Grille, Papa Razzi Paramus, Taqueria Canonita, Timpano and Zed451.  The only Tavistock Restaurant brand you cannot redeem Black Bay discount gift cards on St. Patrick’s Day or any other day is at Freebirds World Burrito.

Have a good top of the morning, lunch, and dinner this St. Patrick’s Day by using discount gift cards from Plastic Jungle to eat out for less!

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Forget cabin fever!  It might be cold outside but it’s time to get out of your home and into a movie theatre.  There are a lot of thrilling movies to see!

Take your pick of genre.

If you’re in the mood for adventure and fighting.  There’s a new release for you.

If you’re in the mood for heart-wrenching honesty, you’ve got a few choices, too.

If you’re in the mood for a scary film, there is a movie for you.

If you’re in the mood for a family friendly film, March is a great time to gather up the kiddos and head to the movies.

But before you buy your tickets, make sure you don’t pay full price.  Because you can save 15% on movie tickets with Fandango discount gift cards and you can get movie tickets for 12% less with Regal Cinemas discount gift cards (i.e. discount Regal movie cards) from Plastic Jungle.

What movie will you see this weekend?

Jack the Giant Slayer in 2D, 3D, and IMAX

Rated PG-13, Jack the Giant Slayer is about an ancient war that convenes when Earth and the world of giants again fight one another for control of the land.  And of course, no battle is complete without a princess involved.  Watch this tale unfold and learn a new legend this Friday, March 1 at your nearest movie theatre.  You can save 12-15% on movie tickets and concessions to see Jack the Giant Slayer, or as Fandango likes to call it “Jack the Giant Killer”, if you buy discount gift cards for movie tickets from Plastic Jungle today.

War Witch

War Witch will be coming to select theatres this Friday.  This unrated film depicts the life of Komona who is kidnapped at the age of 12 and then is pushed into a life she never would have wanted as a child soldier.    She’ll survive despite low odds through the help of ghosts.  Bring tissues, this drama is sure to show you a different view on life.  Why pay full price for movie tickets when you can save on movie tickets by paying with discount gift cards from Plastic Jungle?

Stoker

If you’re in the mood for a scary movie, a new release is on its way for you.  Stoker (rated R) will have you jumping from your seat when you see the type of dysfunctional family India is part of.  After the death of her father, everything changes.  With discount gift cards from Plastic Jungle you can save on popcorn, soda, and movie tickets to squeal in your seat as you watch Stoker.

A Place at the Table

Robert Houston, director of the award-winning documentaries Mighty Times: The Children’s March and Mighty Times: The Legacy of Rose Parks, has created a new documentary.  Rated PG, A Place at the Table is about food and families who are faced with not knowing where their next meal will come.  Explore hunger the way 49 million people do every day.

If you’re holding out to go to the movies until the next Disney film then you’ve only got a week of waiting left!  While they’re in stock, now is a great time to take advantage of discount movie tickets for Disney’s next upcoming release…

Disney’s Oz The Great and Powerful in 2D, 3D, and IMAX coming to theatres on March 8

The Land of Oz pre-Dorothy is something many of us imagined when we were young and watching The Wizard of Oz.  Get the back story on the wizard and the witches in the long-awaited Oz The Great and Powerful.  The wizard travels by way of hot air balloon so this flick might just be worth upgrading to 3D or IMAX so you and your family can view it in the most crisp dimension possible.  Save on Disney movie tickets with your choice of Fandango or Regal discount gift cards while supply lasts.

I’m off to see the wizard!

Looking for ways to reduce the cost of movie tickets so you can see the latest new releases for about the same cost as a dinner date?  Plastic Jungle’s Regal Cinemas discount gift cards save you 12% each time you use them to pay for movie tickets and concessions stand purchases like popcorn, soda, and candy.

Compare movie ticket prices.

Getting reduced movie tickets is part timing and part skill.  Check your local Regal Cinemas to see if movie ticket prices are cheaper during certain times of the day or certain days of the week.  Pick the right showing for which to buy your movie tickets, and you’ll get the best price.  Make the price of any ticket to any Regal movie 12% less if you buy your movie tickets with Regal Cinemas discounts gift cards from Plastic Jungle.

Two must-see 2 hour movies.

All the trend is longer movies and movies with sequels.  You might shrug and wonder why.  I don’t claim to have the answer but I can attest that The Hobbit and Les Miserables are two longer movies well worth seeing.

No matter the length of the film, a movie ticket is a movie ticket.  Stretch your dollars further from film to film by paying for tickets to your next movie with discount Regal Entertainment Group gift cards from Plastic Jungle.

Details on getting areduced movie tickets to see The Hobbit.

For LOTR (Lord of the Rings) enthusiasts, The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey has been a long anticipated film.  Hear the back story on how ‘the precious gold ring’ came into possession first-hand from Frodo Baggins’ uncle, Bilbo Baggins.  Go to the box office of your local Regal theatre or buy tickets online from Regal Entertainment Group and get a 12% price reduction when you pay with discount Regal Cinemas gift cards.

How to get a reduced-fare Les Mis movie ticket.

Bring tissues, this musical adapted to the big screen is just as powerful as seeing it live.  Les Miserables takes place in 19th century France and follows an ex-prisoner and orphan whose parallel lives intertwine and bring renewed hope and purpose.  This film is definitely a must-see for those who enjoy music or history.  In some ways, one could view this film as having comparable passion as a modern day Titanic.

IMAX, 3D, 2D.  Save on all movie viewing experiences.

You want to make the movie screen pop?  Go see The Hobbit in 3D or on IMAX.  One of the unique benefits of Regal Cinemas discount gift cards is you can use them to reduce the price on movie tickets for any type of viewing experience.

Save Now.  Save Later.

Buy Regal discount gift cards now so you can save on movie tickets for The Hobbit and Les Miserables which are now playing in theatres.  Or… hold on to your Regal Entertainment Group discount gift cards to save on movie tickets for Oz: The Great and Powerful (hitting theatres on March 8), Iron Man 3 (on the big screen on May 3), Star Trek Into Darkness (this “second chapter” is available for viewing on May 17), and The Hobbit 2 (debuting on December 13).

Multiple Regal Entertainment discounts.

Hand over your free Regal Crown Club member id number when buying discount movie tickets and you’ll earn freebies like free popcorn and free movie tickets on top of the money you’ll save when paying with discount Regal Entertainment Group gift cards.  It’s like doubling your savings!

Q.  When was the last time you paid full price to go to the movies?

A.  Hopefully, you can’t remember!

Because as long as Plastic Jungle’s supply of Fandango discount gift cards are in stock, you can get 1 movie ticket at half price when you buy 4 movie tickets!  For every 4 – $7 movie ticket you’ll pay, you save $4.20 – which is the cost of half a movie ticket!  So, when you buy 3 movie tickets at full price, you get the 4th movie ticket at half off!

Consider using your discount movie tickets to see these popular new releases:

Frankenweenie || rated PG || family film

A fun Tim Burton Halloween movie for kids of all ages, Frankenweenie is the newest Disney film.  Laugh as man’s best friend – Sparky – is brought back to life. See Frankenweenie on standard, 3D, and IMAX screens.  Remember to buy your discount movie tickets with Fandango discount gift cards.  This trick could save you enough for a free treat at the concessions stand.

Argo || rated R || guys night / double-date

Starring Ben Affleck and John Goodman, Argo retells the real-life rescue mission of 52 Americans.  While some scenes contain tense situations and adult language, this previously untold historical escape is rated at a high 96% by critics on Rotten Tomatoes.  Recommended for high school juniors and older, use Argo as a conversation starter to talk about risk, courage, and bravery.

The Sessions || Rated R || night out with girlfriends

From the entertaining and empathetic trailer, I imagine The Sessions will fall in the same vein of comedy/ as Bridesmaids.  You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, and you’ll walk away thinking about life differently after seeing The Sessions.

Movies are always fun with a group.  You can split the cost of the big tub of popcorn, and if your local theatre offers it, you can get free popcorn refills!  Go as a group and when you buy three movie ticket tickets you’ll get the fourth movie ticket for half price as long as you pay with discount Fandango gift cards!  Discount movie tickets are a great way to see new releases for less.

Remember :: Use your movie theatre membership card when buying discount movie tickets from Fandango to score additional perks like free movie tickets!

One half price ticket is based on the ticket cost of $7 per ticket.  Ticket and popcorn prices vary by location.

There are certain movies that are made to be seen in a theatre.

See these movies for 15% less with discount Fandango gift cards.

While waiting for the release of the new “Twilight Breaking Dawn Part 2″ has had us waiting nearly a year, we are only a few weeks away from seeing Edward and Bella on the big screen!  Save on movie tickets for new releases and upcoming movies with discount Fandango gift cards.  If you’re planning to go to a show, you’ll be glad you decreased the cost of your tickets with Fandango discount gift cards because when you spend less on your movie tickets you have extra money to bring to your sister or a friend along or to put towards Christmas presents.

*NOW PLAYING*

The Perks of Being a Wallflower [rated PG-13] – select threatres opened this film on September 28, major theatres release this film on October 5 (THIS FRIDAY)

From the producers of “Juno” and based on the popular novel by Stephen Chbosky, “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” captures the highs and lows of growing up.  Alongside unforgettable friends, experience love, fear, and loss.  With discount Fandango gift cards, you can save money on “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” movie tickets.  Deep Discount Tip – Choose matinee showtimes to maximize your savings!  And be sure to present your movie theatre members card to earn freebies like free popcorn, soda, and movie tickets.

*COMING SOON*

Tickets for The Twilight Saga – Breaking Dawn Part 2 are on sale today!  (October 1)  Edward and Bella and their daughter, Renesmee, are back and in a lot of vampire trouble.  Watch as they protect the well-being of their daughter in just over a month.  Snag a couple discount Fandango gift cards now so you can buy your tickets early and for less than full price.  The Breaking Dawn Part II hits theatres on November 17, which for some of us cannot come soon enough.

“The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” is a prequel trilogy to J. R. R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings trilogy, directed by Peter Jackson.  Get ready to save on tickets to see “The Hobbit” by ordering discount Fandango gift cards now.  Tickets for “The Hobbit” go on sale on Wednesday, November 7 in your choice of standard, 3D, and IMAX.  With your discount movie tickets, you’ll be both prepared and have paid less for your seats to see “The Hobbit” on December 14.

Related Movie Ticket Discount Gift Cards

save 12% on movie tickets with Regal Cinemas discount gift cards!

You want to have a night out kid free.  But when you add together the bill for dinner and child care you know the cost is not exactly something you can relax about.

Plastic Jungle’s Elephant Bar Restaurant discount gift cards to the rescue!

For a very limited time, Plastic Jungle is offering $50 Elephant Bar Restaurant gift cards for only $35.50.  That means, you can have a baby-sitter for an hour or two with your sweetie for free with the money you’ll save.  Or you can have a double-date and share a baby-sitter to get 3-4 hours of baby-sitting for free.

Elephant Bar is a great place to dine for those who like variety.

Margaritas.  Sweet Potato Fries.  Lettuce Wraps.  French Onion Soup.  Rice Bowls.  Gardenburger.  Classic French Dip.  Cobb Salad.  Asian Chicken Salad.  Mahi-Mahi.  Shrimp.  Salmon.  Lobster.  Couscous with Golden Raisins.  Three Cheese Macaroni and Cheese.  Gluten-Free Options.  Fish and Chips.

(pictured above: Macau Shrimp & Noodle Soup with Salmon)

Your Elephant Bar favorites always hit the spot.

Mid-week date night or weekend night out, enjoy fresh entrees like Wok-Fried Mongolian Beef, Hardwood Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl, and Fresh Pear Glazed Walnuts and Gorgonzola Salad for less with discount Elephant Bar gift cards from Plastic Jungle.

You schedule the baby-sitter and we’ll deliver your discount Elephant Bar gift cards within a week.

Use discount Elephant Bar gift cards for your next date night and you’ll be able to save on childcare, too!

Gain an extra 30 minutes of baby-sitting.  Join Elephant Bar’s Passport E-mail Club and you’ll receive a coupon for $5 off your next visit.

Happy Date Night!

This discount example is based upon an hourly rate of $8-$10 per hour for a baby-sitter.  The rate you choose to pay a sitter is completely up to you.  Plastic Jungle gift cards give you less of an excuse to pass on a date night.

Spring is here!  Instead of eating lunch indoors, why not head outside and enjoy some sun and good food?

Take a break from cleaning up the house, eating at your desk, or munching in the car.  Grab a blanket and then head over to Applebee’s to get soup and sandwiches for your own outdoor eating excursion, family picnic or picnic date.

For simple take out with flavor try Applebee’s Fiesta Chicken Chopped Salad (left), Bruschetta Chicken Salad (center), or Grilled Shimp ‘N Chicken Salad (right).

Eat a healthy picnic and spend 9% less if you use discount Applebee’s gift cards.

Add variety to your meal by pairing your Applebee’s salad with a delicious Applebee’s soup like Tomato Basil (left) or French Onion (right).

A few minutes in the sun is associated with a strengthened immune system, natural healing, and better sleep at night.

Outdoor eating is easy when you supply the blanket and let Applebee’s take care of the rest!

Time Saver Tip:  Spend less time waiting and enjoy more picnic time by using Applebee’s ‘Carside to Go’ by calling Applebee’s and placing your order in advance.  When you arrive a server will bring your food directly to your car.

The Valentine’s Day date is a bit of a test. What will the night say about your romantic relationship? What kind of Valentine’s date would be the most fun and romantic for you? What kind of Valentine’s gift is appropriate – a sweet little candy necklace or a getaway trip for two to Bermuda?

Even without the pressure of a romantic holiday, today’s economy puts pressure on almost any night out. Will the restaurant be worth the money?

Valentine Dining Tip: You’ve got to know where you’re going. Finding a good restaurant doesn’t necessarily mean finding the best restaurant in town. The right restaurant should reflect your tastes, tickle your stomach, and in the end, make you and your date happy.

Do a little research. There are tons of sites that compile write-ups on local restaurants. Start with Yelp.com.  Even in the smallest cities you’ll find mostly honest reviews on Yelp from real people on popular places.

Zagat, online as Zagat.com, has little maroon-colored print guides, and is known for quick, easy reviews. The quality of Zagat’s reviews is solid – basically crowd-sourcing restaurant reviews, condensing them, and publishing a perfect outline of what to expect from the restaurant in about three sentences. Zagat is only available in select cities. (No Eagle River Zagat Guide, I’m afraid.) Zagat’s Valentine’s Day planner might be useful.

Restaurant Row offers quick overviews of restaurants, and the great thing is that you can search a chain, say Tony Roma’s, or Morton’s Steakhouse, and up pops all the locations around the country, with location and contact information. Restaurant Row also offers a “Restaurant Row Top 10” from five cities in every state – and these aren’t restaurants chosen by some snob, these are the restaurants with the most requests on their site.

Open Table hosts reviews of restaurants, and also takes reservations for some 15,000 restaurants nationally and internationally, boasting that their reservations are “free, instant, confirmed”.  Open Table’s Valentine’s Day reservations page, and invites you to make restaurant reservations at your destination if you are traveling.

Wondering what the “experts” think? Well, travel and food writers (see Guyot.com, TravelandLeisure.com, BonAppetit.com) tend to be a particularly critical bunch, offering their opinions on “the best of the best” all the time. Beware of sites that list the “Top 10 Most Romantic Restaurants in the US”, because as soon as something like that is published, the #1 restaurant closes or is topped by something more exotic. Just go with your gut, and keep it simple. Remember, it’s YOU your date wants to be with, not the expensive ambiance, the food, or the “spectacular service” at the restaurant you pick!

Remember that if you’ve got an unused gift card in your pocket, you can always sell your gift card on Plastic Jungle for cash (or trade it for an Amazon.com Gift Card, or fund a PayPal account, and more) which might defray the cost of a night out.

What about outright dining savings? You get that at Plastic Jungle, too. There are tons of restaurant gift cards available on Plastic Jungle; some, like the Darden Restaurants, are good at all the restaurants in the chain. Discount Darden Restaurant Gift Cards on Plastic Jungle are currently offered at 10% off face value, and are good at Red Lobster, Olive Garden, Bahama Breeze, Seasons 52, LongHorn Steakhouse, The Capital Grill restaurants across the US. Or try Restaurant.com Gift Cards, which are good at thousands of restaurants nationwide.

Other Discounted Restaurant Gift Cards on Plastic Jungle Include*:

Applebee’s

Black Angus Steakhouse

(The) Cheesecake Factory

Chili’s (Gift Cards are also good at Macaroni Grill, On The Border, Maggiano’s)

Morton’s Steakhouse (currently at 17% off!)

P.F. Chang’s China Bistro

Ruth’s Chris Steak House

TGI Friday’s

Tony Roma’s

Hurry, supplies are limited. You can always set an alert to be notified when your favorite gift cards come into stock at a discount on Plastic Jungle.

Let us know where you’re going for Valentine’s Day and let us know if you had fun!

*Gift card prices and availability may vary.

Just a few more days and we’re into February, month of the NFL’s Super Bowl LXV (February 6^th), Valentine’s Day (February 14^th), and the glam event of the year, The Oscars (February 27). Are you armed with the discounted gift cards that will keep it all affordable for you?

Discounted Gift Cards Available Now* on Plastic Jungle:

Victoria’s Secret Gift Cards – on sale up to 10% off face value

1-800-Flowers.com Gift Cards – on sale up to 30 % off face value

AMC Theatres Gift Cards – on sale up to 16% off face value

Bath & Body Works Gift Cards – on sale up to 13% off face value

bebe Gift Cards – on sale up to 10 % off face value

Ruth’s Chris Steak House Gift Cards – on sale up to 14% off face value

Sports Authority Gift Cards – on sale up to 14% off face value

iTunes Gift Cards – on sale up to 9% off face value

That’s a pretty good list, plus check out the huge list of discounted gift cards available now on Plastic Jungle. Act fast and buy right away: supplies are limited and don’t forget allow time for shipping a standard gift card. Plastic Jungle never charges for shipping. As well, eCODEs (eGift Cards) are emailed immediately (although can take up to 24 hours), without service or handling fees.

Let us know what your Valentine’s Day will include… a romantic dinner? a girls’ night out? the exchange of sporting goods? (A woman once told me that she and her fiancé exchanged skiis for Valentine’s Day; she was giddy with excitement with the news!) If you’ve got a great idea, we’ll post it here, and we’ll discuss ways you can save on the Valentine’s Day idea.

When none of that works out and you need an Oscar party date, think about Mattel’s Sweet Talking Ken. He’ll say what you want to hear, and if you trade in an old unused gift card, you could buy him with the Amazon.com Gift Card you could get. The perfect date!

*Discounts and gift card availability may vary.