India, April 15 -- April 15, widely known as Tax Day in the United States, marks the deadline for filing federal income tax returns with the IRS. But beyond the paperwork and payments, it also brings a silver lining with a variety of special deals and discounts offered by restaurants and retailers across the country.

BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse is offering $10 off any $40 purchase for both dine-in and takeout orders. Krispy Kreme is also getting in on the action with what it calls a "sweet tax break." Customers, who buy a dozen Original Glazed doughnuts in-store, can get a second dozen for just the cost of sales tax in their state. Online shoppers can use the promo code "TAXBREAK" to get the second dozen free.

Other fast food chains suc...