T.G.I. Friday's today announced that most of its 600 restaurants in the U.S. will be open Christmas day (participating restaurants will open at 4 pm local time, earlier in some markets). In addition, any guest who visits Friday's between December 15 and 21 will receive a coupon for a free appetizer with the purchase of a beverage on Christmas day. The coupon is required for redemption.

Earlier this month, Friday's announced the perfect last-minute gift idea that allows guests to give a gift and get a gift: Gift Cards with Bonus Bites. Through December 31, guests will receive a $5 Bonus Bites card for every $25 spent on Friday's Gift Cards at participating restaurants in the U.S.

Fridays is now featuring its new holiday drink: the Mistletoe Martini, a refreshing martini made with Absolute® Mandrin, Chambord®, cranberry juice and fresh mint (image available upon request).

"'Tis the season at T.G.I. Friday's and we will keep this year's celebration going with an appetizer special on Christmas day across the U.S.," said John Neitzel, president and chief operating officer of T.G.I. Friday's U.S.A. "Check with your local restaurant for their specific hours and special plans."

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