Braving the crowds for Black Friday shopping? Or staying home and waiting for the online deals on Cyber Monday? Either way, we’ve got a slew of restaurant deals to help you save money while you chip away at that daunting gift list! We’ve got a mix of gift card deals to help with the shopping as well as dining deals to keep you well fed. For a more comprehensive list of gift card deals that last throughout the holiday shopping season, go to our EatDrinkDeals Restaurant Gift Card Deals story.

This list includes links to websites where you can confirm the deal and find further information. Generally, these deals are for Black Friday, November 29, 2019, or Cyber Monday, December 2, 2019, unless otherwise noted. EatDrinkDeals does not post deals that cannot be verified from a source such as the restaurant website, social media account, or press release.

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Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals, in Alphabetical Order

Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza

Get $40 in Bonus Cards when you purchase $100 in gift cards Black Friday through Cyber Monday. The bonus cards are valid 1/1 – 3/31/2020. Here’s the details from an Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza email.

Applebee’s

Applebee’s has a double bonus on online gift cards on Cyber Monday. Get TWO $10 bonus cards with the online purchase of $50 in gift cards. One bonus card expires 1/31/20, the other bonus card expires 3/1/20. Second bonus card will be sent via email on 12/3/19. May not be redeemed on day of issuance. The deal was announced on the Applebee’s Home Page. For more details and ordering information, see the Applebee’s Gift Card Page.

Bertucci’s

Buy a $50 gift card online and get $20 in Dine In Bonus Cards on Cyber Monday. Valid for online orders only. For more details and to order, go to the Bertucci’s gift card webpage.

Want more Bertucci’s deals, like Kids Eat Free and Buy One Get One Free Pizzas? Go to our EatDrinkDeals Bertucci’s page!

Black Angus

Black Friday through Sunday, December 1, get Strawberry Whiskey Lemonade or Cran-Blueberry Vodka Breeze cocktails for $4 each. Also, for each one sold, Black Angus will donate $1 to the Glioblastoma Foundation. Here’s the details in a Black Angus email.

For more Black Angus daily deals and coupons, visit our EatDrinkDeals Black Angus story.

Blimpie

Buy $50 in gift cards and get a $15 in Bonus Cards now through December 6, 2019. For more details and to order a gift card, go to the Blimpie gift card webpage.

Boston Market

Get $7 off a $15 or more order with a Boston Market coupon good on Black Friday. CLICK HERE for your Boston Market coupon.

For more info on this and other Boston Market offers and discounts, read our EatDrinkDeals Boston Market article.

Buca di Beppo

Buy a $50 gift card online and get two $10 Reward Cards on Cyber Monday. Valid for online orders only. For more details and to order, go to the Buca di Beppo gift card webpage.

BurgerIM

On Black Friday, buy a Big BurgerIM and get a free Impossible Burger. The burger chain wants to launch its new Impossible Burger in a big way with the giveaway.

For more details on this and other BurgerIM specials, go to our EatDrinkDeals BurgerIM page.

Caribou Coffee

Buy $20 in gift cards and get a $5 Bonus on Cyber Monday. Valid on online orders only, while supplies last. For more details, see this Caribou Coffee email with the deal.

Carrabba’s

Through December 8, get $20 for every $50 in gift cards purchased in-store, instead of the usual $10 Bonus. Carrabba’s posted the deal on their Facebook page.

If you’re shopping online, the $20 bonus for $50 in purchases is valid on Cyber Monday. See this Carrabba’s Cyber Monday email for details.

Visit our EatDrinkDeals Carrabba’s page for info on other specials to help you save.

Charlie Brown’s

Get 20% off your food purchase with a new Charlie Brown’s Fresh Grill coupon valid through December 3, 2019. CLICK HERE for your Charlie Brown’s coupon.

Also, order $50 of gift cards and get a $20 bonus coupon on Cyber Monday. Here’s the Charlie Brown’s Facebook page posting the Cyber Monday deal. To order a gift card online, go to the Charlie Brown’s gift card webpage here.

Go to our EatDrinkDeals Charlie Brown’s page for more details on this and other Charlie Brown’s Daily Deals.

Checkers and Rally’s

Celebrate Black Fryday with any size fries except XL for only $1. Clever. Here’s the Checkers and Rally’s email with the deal.

* Offer excludes Fry Lover’s XL. Offer not available as part of combo meals. Available at all participating locations. No coupon necessary.

For more Checkers and Rally’s coupons and specials, go to our EatDrinkDeals Checkers and Rally’s page.

Cheesecake Factory

For purchases from Black Friday through Cyber Monday (Nov 29 – Dec 2), buy a $25 gift card at The Cheesecake Factory and get two free slices of cheesecake on future visits from 1/1 – 3/31/2020. Here’s the offer posted on The Cheesecake Factory Facebook page.

Chili’s

Buy $50 of gift cards online and get two E-Bonus Cards on Cyber Monday. For more details and to order, go to the Chili’s gift cards webpage.

Want more Chili’s specials and discounts? Check out our EatDrinkDeals Chili’s page for further info!

Chuck E. Cheese

Buy $50 in gift cards online and get a $15 Bonus Card through Cyber Monday. The Bonus Card is valid 12/26/19 – 3/31/20. For more details, see this Chuck E. Cheese email. To place your order, go to the Chuck E. Cheese gift card webpage.

Visit our EatDrinkDeals Chuck E. Cheese page for info on other specials and deals.

Cicis Pizza

On November 27 (the day before Thanksgiving), Cicis is offering dine-in guests a Free Unlimited Kids Buffet with purchase of an Adult Buffet and Large Drink with this coupon. Or, purchase two large specialty pizzas and get a free pepperoni pizza with THIS CICIS COUPON valid through December 1, 2019. Good for carryout orders only. report this ad

For more Cicis Pizza coupons and deals, visit our EatDrinkDeals Cicis story.

Cold Stone Creamery

Buy $50 in gift cards online and get a $15 Bonus Card through December 6, 2019. Here’s the offer from a Cold Stone Creamery email. To order, go to the Cold Stone Creamery gift card website.

Corner Bakery

Get 50% all online orders at Corner Bakery on Cyber Monday, December 2, 2019. CLICK HERE for the Corner Bakery email announcement.

* Valid online only. One offer per order. Not valid on delivery. Not valid on catering orders.

For other Corner Bakery coupons and specials, read our EatDrinkDeals Corner Bakery story.

Cotton Patch Cafe

Get a free appetizer with purchase of an entree Black Friday through Sunday, December 1 with a coupon. Click here for your Cotton Patch Cafe coupon.

* Valid at participating locations. Dine-in only. Not redeemable with other offers, discounts or promotions. One coupon per party.

For more Cotton Patch Cafe specials, go to our EatDrinkDeals Cotton Patch Cafe page.

Del Taco

On Cyber Monday and through Tuesday, December 3, 2019, get a great gift card deal at Del Taco. Buy $30 in gift cards, and get 2 free small size combo meals (a $13 value). Buy $100 in gift cards and get 8 free meals (a $52 value). The free combo coupons expire on March 3, 2020. Here’s the Del Taco email with the details.

For more Del Taco coupons and specials, check out our EatDrinkDeals Del Taco page.

Domino’s Pizza

Celebrate Cyber Week with 50% all pizzas at regular menu price today through December 8, 2019 at Domino’s Pizza when you order online. Domino’s Pizza posted the deal on their website.

“Cyber Monday is a big day for online shoppers, and now it’s a huge day for pizza lovers as well,” said Jenny Fouracre, Domino’s spokeswoman in this press release. “The online deals don’t stop at the retail level – now hungry shoppers can get a great price on their pizza too.”

Domino’s has other great deals going all the time – visit our EatDrinkDeals Domino’s Pizza page to learn more about them.

Donatos Pizza

Get a 1-topping large pizza for pickup for just $10 with the promo code FRIDAY on Black Friday. Here’s the details from a Donatos Pizza email.

Dunkin’

From November 29 through December 2, DD Perks members can earn 3X points on food or beverage purchases, except bottled drinks and Box O’ Joe. Get properly caffeinated for your shopping! And don’t forget the $2 drinks Happy Hour deal from 2 – 6 pm everyday! Go to our EatDrinkDeals Dunkin’ page for more info.

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse

Class it up at Fleming’s on Black Friday through December 1 with a $25 TurDuckhorn special in the bar area. You get a glass of Duckhorn Merlot, herb-roasted turkey, brie and cranberry sauce on sourdough bread, with gravy, potato tots and acorn squash. Here’s the email from Fleming’s with the offer.

*TurDuckhorn is only available at the bar from Friday, November 29 through Sunday December 1. Not available in our Radnor, PA, or Salt Lake City, UT, Fleming’s locations. Excludes tax and gratuity.

For info on more Fleming’s deals and specials, like their Happy Hour, go to our EatDrinkDeals Fleming’s page.

goPuff

“From Nov. 29 – Dec. 2, goPuff is offering deals on everyday necessities like chips, toothpaste and home cleaning products. Find a range of products for $1, $3, $5 or 25% off their original price on goPuff.com or on your app.

Granite City Food and Brewery

At Granite City, purchase $100 in gift cards and get $40 in bonus cards in-store on Black Friday. The bonus cards are valid from 1/1 – 3/31/2020. For more details see this Granite City Food and Brewery email.

Grimaldi’s Coal Brick-Oven Pizzeria

Buy a $50 gift card and get a $20 Bonus Card Black Friday through Cyber Monday. Go to the Grimaldi’s gift card webpage for more details. Note that some locations won’t honor the gift cards (why?!) so check to make sure you or your gift recipient can put the card to good use.

Hungry Howie’s

Get 51% off any pizza at regular menu price with a Hungry Howie’s coupon promo code valid December 2 – 8, 2019. Use the coupon code 51OFF to get the deal. Valid on carry out orders only at participating locations.

Go to our EatDrinkDeals Hungry Howie’s article for more coupon codes and discounts.

Ike’s Love and Sandwiches

Get a free sandwich with purchase of another at full price on Black Friday through Sunday, December 1, 2019 with an Ike’s coupon. Click here for your Ike’s Love and Sandwiches coupon.

* In-store only, no online orders. Sandwich must be from store menu board. May not be combined with other offers. Free sandwich cannot be greater than $13.31. One offer per person. At participating locations.

Insomnia Cookies

Get 20% off cookie cakes all week through December 1, 2019 at Insomnia Cookies for online and mobile app orders. Use code GIVING20 to get the deal. Get more details on this and other deals at our EatDrinkDeals Insomnia Cookies story.

Jet’s Pizza

Get 41% off menu-priced pizzas with a coupon promo code valid on Cyber Monday. Use Jet’s Pizza coupon promo code CYBER to get the deal.

For other Jet’s Pizza offers and promotions, check out our EatDrinkDeals Jet’s Pizza page.

Juice It Up!

Get $2 off The Zone smoothie on Cyber Monday. Use offer code EC $2OFFZONE to get the deal. For more details, see this Juice It Up! email.

Kona Grill

At Kona Grill get a $50 bonus card for every $100 gift card purchased in restaurant or online between Black Friday (11/29) and Cyber Monday (12/2). Gift cards can be purchased on the Kona Grill gift card webpage.

Krispy Kreme

Get a free Holiday Doughnut with any purchase with a Krispy Kreme coupon good tomorrow, November 30, 2019. You need to be a Krispy Kreme Rewards member to get the deal.

For more details see our EatDrinkDeals Krispy Kreme page and enjoy!

Logan’s Roadhouse

Get a $20 Bonus when you buy $50 in gift cards online through Thursday, December 5, 2019. For full detials, here’s an email from Logan’s Roadhouse with the offer. To purchase gift cards, go to the Logan’s Roadhouse gift card site.

For more Logan’s coupons and specials, like their Happy Hour and Wednesday Military Deals, go to our EatDrinkDeals Logan’s Roadhouse page.

Long John Silver’s

Now through November 30, 2019, get all you can eat fish, chicken and sides at Long John Silver’s for $7.99 from 11 am – 7 pm at participating locations. “It’s the time of year to show gratitude and appreciation, and we want to thank our guests for their support over the past 50 years,” said Stephanie Mattingly, CMO of Long John Silver’s, in this press release.

Go to our EatDrinkDeals Long John Silver’s page for details on other specials to save you money!

Macaroni Grill

Get 25% off all e-gift cards purchased on Cyber Monday (12/2) at MacaroniGrill.com with the use of discount code CYBER19.

Also, buy one Create Your Own Pasta entree and get one free with this Macaroni Grill coupon valid on Cyber Monday. CLICK HERE for your Macaroni Grill BOGO coupon.

For more Macaroni Grill coupons and specials to help you save, read our EatDrinkDeals Macaroni Grill story.

Maggiano’s

Maggiano’s is serving brunch on Black Friday until 3 pm. Plus, you can get $2 Mimosas after a busy morning of shopping! Molto bene! Here’s the Maggiano’s email with the mimosas deal.

Also, get $10 off the Carryout Family Meal for Four with a Maggiano’s coupon code valid through December 4, 2019. Use code FamilyMeal10 when you order online, or mention the code when ordering in person or by phone to get the deal. Maggiano’s sent this email to customers with the coupon code.

For more Maggiano’s specials, go to our EatDrinkDeals Maggiano’s article.

Max & Erma’s

Black Friday through Cyber Monday, get double $5 Bonus Cards for every $25 in gift cards purchased. Max & Erma’s posted the deal on their Facebook page.

Visit our EatDrinkDeals Max & Erma’s page for info on other specials to help you save.

Mellow Mushroom

Get 10% off online gift card purchases over $25 on Black Friday. Here’s the details from a Mellow Mushroom email.

Maui Wowi

Maui Wowi Hawaiian has 50 percent off for online orders starting on Black Friday. From November 29 – December 6, 2019, customers who shop online will receive 50 percent off their orders of limited-time and classic Maui Wowi Hawaiian coffee beans by using the promo code ALOHACOFFEE at checkout. To start your order visit http://shop.mauiwowi.com/ . Good online only, not in stores.

O’Charley’s

Get 1/2 off bottles of house wine all day on Black Friday. Shake off that Thanksgiving stress! The offer was posted on the O’Charley’s Facebook page. Bottoms up!

For more O’Charley’s specials and promotions, go to our EatDrinkDeals O’Charley’s page.

Old Chicago

Get 2 $5 Bonus Cards with $25 of gift card purchases Black Friday through Cyber Monday. The Bonus Cards are valid 1/1 – 2/29/2020. Here’s the details from an Old Chicago email.

Olive Garden

Get 20% off online orders with an Olive Garden coupon promo code valid on Cyber Monday. Use promo code OGSAVE20 to get the deal. CLICK HERE for a link to the Olive Garden announcement.

For details on these coupons and other Olive Garden specials, go to our EatDrinkDeals Olive Garden page.

On the Border

Buy one entree and get another half off through December 1, 2019. Here’s the offer posted from the On The Border Facebook page.

* Available for dine-in only. Prices and participation may vary by location. Must request BOHO to redeem buy one entree, get a second entree of equal or lesser value 50% off. Limited to entree items only. Includes Border Sampler, Fajita Nachos, Stacked Nachos, Quesadillas and a Bowl of Tortilla Soup. Offer not valid with any other coupon or promotional offer.

For info on more On the Border deals, go to our EatDrinkDeals On the Border page.

Outback Steakhouse

Outback Steakhouse has a double bonus on online gift cards on Cyber Monday. Get TWO $10 bonus cards with the online purchase of $50 in gift cards. Bonus cards are valid January 1 – February 9, 2020. For more details and ordering information, see the Outback Gift Card Page.

The Palm

Buy $250 in e-gift cards online and get two $25 Thank You Cards valid Sun-Thurs, Jan 2 – Apr 30, 2020. The offer is good on Cyber Monday only. For more details, see this email from The Palm with the offer. To order e-gift cards, go to The Palm gift cards webpage. or more gift card in-store and get a Free Burrito Card on Black Friday. Check the Panchero’s Gift Card page for the details.

Pancheros Mexican Grill

Buy a $25 or more gift card in-store and get a Free Burrito Card on Black Friday. Check the Panchero’s Gift Card page for the details.

Panda Express

Get 20% off a Family Feast with this Panda Express coupon promo code good today through December 2, 2019. Go to https://orders.pandaexpress.com/ or the Panda Express app, and choose Family Feast under the Build Your Own category to get your order started. Use the Panda Express coupon promo code ‘FEAST20’ at checkout to redeem the offer.

For more details on this and other Panda Express deals, read our EatDrinkDeals Panda Express article.

Peet’s Coffee

Get 20% off online purchases with the code BESTWEEKEVER now through December 3, 2019. Click here for the Peet’s email announcement for details and exclusions.

Pei Wei

Get $5 Regular Rice Bowls when you buy two or more with a Pei Wei coupon good on Cyber Monday, December 2, 2019. CLICK HERE for your Pei Wei coupon. Ask your server for the 5BOWL2 special or show your server the Pei Wei coupon email announcement to get the deal.

For more details and exclusions and other Pei Wei offers, go to our EatDrinkDeals Pei Wei article.

Philly Pretzel Factory

From November 28 – December 2, get a free T-shirt with purchase of a $50 gift card. Here’s the offer on the Philly Preztel Facebook page.

For more Philly Pretzel coupons and deals, go to our EatDrinkDeals Philly Preztel page.

Pieology

Get an Artisan Thin one topping pizza for just $5 on Cyber Monday. Here’s the offer from a Pielogy email with details and participating locations.

Check out our EatDrinkDeals Pieology page for info on other discounts and promotions.

Pizza Hut

Get 50% off the menu price of pizzas with this Pizza Hut coupon promo code good through December 8, 2019. Use coupon promo code HOLIDAYHALFOFFPIZZA to get the deal. We tested this in multiple locations and it worked each time, but note that it may not work in all areas. You enter the Pizza Hut coupon promo code at Checkout when ordering online from the Pizza Hut website.

Go to our EatDrinkDeals Pizza Hut article for ways to score other specials at the Hut.

Quiznos

Buy one 8 inch Prime Rib sub and get any 8 inch sub for 50% off now through December 1, 2019. You need to be a Quiznos Toasty Points Member to get the deal. For more info on the app and to download, go to the Quiznos Toasty Points website.

For more details on this and other Quiznos offers, read our EatDrinkdeals Quiznos story.

Red Lobster

Buy $100 in gift cards online and get 10% off the gift card order AND a coupon for $10 off two adult entrees or a free appetizer. The offer is valid Black Friday through Cyber Monday. For details, see the Red Lobster email offer here.

*Offer valid for 10% off on gift card purchases of $100 increments through RedLobster.com from 11/29/19-12/2/19. Coupon for $10 off two adult dinner entrées or one free appetizer (excluding Create Your Own Combination and Seaside Sampler), excludes alcohol, tax, gratuity, gift card purchases, To Go and Delivery and is valid from 1/1/20 to 1/31/20 in the U.S. and Canada (excluding Guam and Puerto Rico). Discount will be automatically applied to the shopping cart for qualifying gift card purchases.

Go to our EatDrinkDeals Red Lobster page for info on other great specials and discounts to help you save!

Red Robin

Red Robin Royalty members can $10 off a $40 or more purchase through December 15, 2019. Good for Royalty members for dine-in or takeout once per day. To redeem the reward either text Rewards to 98666 or give your registered phone number to your server. Here’s the Red Robin email to customers with info on the special.

For more info on the Red Robin Royalty Program and other specials, read our EatDrinkDeals Red Robin article.

Ruby Tuesday

Get Sticky Ribs with fries or tots for just $8.99 on Black Friday from 5 pm – close. Here’s the Ruby Tuesday email announcement.

For other Ruby Tuesday specials, go to our EatDrinkDeals Ruby Tuesday story.

Shake Shack

While supplies last, get a scratch off card with every order at Shake Shack. Prizes include free burgers, free delivery, or the holy grail of free Shake Shack for a whole year. You gotta love gambling for food! Here’s the details from Shake Shack.

Shakey’s Pizza

Get a the Bunch of Lunch Special for just $7.99 with a drink purchase by using a Shakey’s coupon on Black Friday from 11 am – 2 pm. Click here for your Shakey’s Pizza coupon.

* Not valid at Renton or Oroville. Must purchase regular size drink to redeem offer. One coupon per customer. Dine in only. Not valid with other discounts.

Sonny’s BBQ

Buy one entree and get one free for online orders with a Sonny’s BBQ coupon promo code valid through December 2, 2019. Use coupon promo code CYBER2019 to get the deal. To start your online order, click here for the Sonny’s BBQ website.

For more details on this and other Sonny’s BBQ deals, go to our EatDrinkDeals Sonny’s BBQ page.

Starbucks

On Cyber Monday, purchase a $20 or more eGift card and get a free $5 eGift card, while supplies last. I don’t know how big the supply is, but they probably won’t last long – this will be a big hit. Here’s the announcement from the Starbucks Newsroom.

Also, starting November 26, Starbucks will once again offer its Refill Tumbler that allows for free coffee and tea all January long. For $40, get a 16 oz Gray Brewed Refill Tumbler. Bring the tumbler into Starbucks throughout the month of January and get a free grande brewed coffee or grande hot tea (no Starbucks Reserve coffees).

Looking for info on more Starbucks deals, like their famous Happy Hour? Go to our EatDrinkDeals Starbucks story!

Taco Cabana

Enjoy Reverse Happy Hour on Nov 29 – 30 from 10:30 am – 1 pm. Get an order of Bean & Cheese nachos and any 32 oz pitcher of beer for just $6.99. Relax after waking up early and braving the shopping crowds! Here’s the Reverse Happy Hour offer from Taco Cabana.

* Valid 11/29 – 11/30 only. Two guests minimum per transaction. Beer selections may vary. Guest pays all applicable taxes. Valid at participating Texas locations only. Not valid through DoorDash.com or the DoorDash app.

Want more Taco Cabana coupons and deals? Check out our EatDrinkDeals Taco Cabana page!

TGI Fridays

Get 30% off online orders of $30 or more. Use coupon promo code CYBER30 to get the deal. For more details and to place an order, go to the TGI Fridays website.

Read our EatDrinkDeals TGI Fridays story for info on other specials, like their Endless Apps deal.

Tijuana Flats

Black Friday through December 1, 2019, get two tacos with chips and a drink for just $5.99 at Tijuana Flats. Swap a Mexican beer for the drink for $2 more. Steak or fish tacos are $1 more also. The special was announced on the Tijuana Flats Facebook page.

For more details on this and other Tijuana Flats specials, go to our EatDrinkDeals Tijuana Flats page.

Topgolf

Get a $25 Game Play Bonus Card with purchase of $100 of gift cards now through Cyber Monday. Go to the Topgolf gift card page for more details.

For info on other Topgolf deals and discounts, like half price Tuesdays, read our EatDrinkDeals Topgolf story.

Toppers Pizza

Get 51% off all regular price pizzas through Cyber Monday. CLICK HERE for the Toppers Pizza website with the offer and to start an order.

Veggie Grill

Get a $10 Bonus for every $30 gift card purchase Black Friday through Cyber Monday on in-store purchases. Here’s the details from the Veggie Grill gift cards webpage.

Wienerschnitzel

Use this Black Friday coupon for a free Pumpkin Spice Dipped Cone valid from 11/29 – 12/1. CLICK HERE for your Wienerschnitzel Dipped Cone coupon.

For other Wienerschnitzel coupons, check out our EatDrinkDeals Wienerschnitzel page.

Yard House

Get a $30 Bonus Card with every $100 in gift cards purchased on Cyber Monday. Click here for the details from a Yard House email.

For info on more Yard House deals, like their half priced Happy Hour, go to our EatDrinkDeals Yard House page.

Zinburger

At Zinburger get a free entree with purchase of another on Cyber Monday. You need to mention that you are a VIP member to your server to get the deal. Here’s the offer from a Zinburger email.

About Black Friday and Cyber Monday (from Wikipedia)

Black Friday is the Friday following Thanksgiving Day in the United States (the fourth Thursday of November), and is often regarded as the beginning of the Christmas shopping season. In recent years, most major retailers have opened very early and offered promotional sales to kick off the holiday shopping season, similar to Boxing Day sales in many Commonwealth nations. Black Friday routinely ranks as the busiest shopping day of the year.

The name “Black Friday” refers to the point at which retailers begin to turn a profit, also known as being “in the black”.

Many stores offer highly promoted sales on Black Friday and open very early, such as at midnight, or may even start their sales at some time on Thanksgiving. Black Friday is not an official holiday, but California and some other states observe “The Day After Thanksgiving” as a holiday for state government employees, sometimes in lieu of another federal holiday, such as Columbus Day. Many non-retail employees and schools have both Thanksgiving and the following Friday off, which, along with the following regular weekend, makes it a four-day weekend, thereby increasing the number of potential shoppers.

Cyber Monday is a marketing term for the Monday after the Thanksgiving holiday in the United States. It was created by retailers to encourage people to shop online. The term was coined by Ellen Davis of the National Retail Federation and Scott Silverman, and made its debut on November 28, 2005, in a Shop.org press release entitled “‘Cyber Monday’ Quickly Becoming One of the Biggest Online Shopping Days of the Year”. It is on the Monday after Thanksgiving, and most of the time falls in November, but if Thanksgiving is on November 27 or 28, it will fall in December. The date range is November 26 to December 2, and is always four days after the holiday.

In 2017, Cyber Monday online sales grew to a record $6.59 billion, compared with $2.98 billion in 2015, and $2.65 billion in 2014. However, the average order value was $128, down slightly from 2014’s $160. Cyber Monday has become the online equivalent to Black Friday and offers a way for smaller retail websites to compete with larger chains. Since its inception, it has become an international marketing term used by online retailers across the world.