Best 2016 Tax Day Deals and Freebies

— -- The tax man cometh today for most Americans, so a number of retailers are offering discounts and freebies to make today's tax deadline less gloomy.

Today is the deadline to file your tax returns, unless you live in Massachusetts or Maine. Residents in those states must file by tomorrow due to a holiday there.

Like double-checking your numbers in your tax filing, it's always a good idea to check the fine print for some of these deals for participating locations, restrictions and availability.

Here are some tax day deals from around the country:

Boston MarketGet an individual half-chicken meal with two sides and cornbread plus a regular beverage and cookie for $10.40 today.

Bruegger's

Get a "big bagel bundle" for $10.40 today with a coupon on the website.

Chili's Grill & Bar

For those 21 and older, customers can get $5 "Presidente Margaritas" all day at participating locations today.

Chuck E. Cheese's

When customers purchase a large "thin and crispy" pizza, they get a second large cheese pizza free at participating locations.

Great American Cookies

Get a free chocolate chip cookie today, no purchase necessary.

Hard Rock Cafe

Customers who sing their favorite song on stage today get a free "legendary burger" at U.S. Hard Rock Cafe locations today.

Office Depot/Office Max

Get 5 pounds of paper shredded for free when you bring in a coupon through Saturday, April 23.

Outback Steakhouse

Get 15 percent off your entire check today for lunch or dinner, dine-in or curbside takeout. Print the coupon from Outback Steakhouse's website or download the restaurant's app. Sorry, Californians: this deal isn't valid in the Golden State.

Sonic Drive-In

Get half-priced cheeseburgers at Sonic today.