The Short Answer
If you’ve been given a Baskin Robbins gift card and are wondering if you can use it at a Dunkin’ location, the short answer is yes! Both brands are owned by the same parent company, Dunkin’ Brands, Inc. This means that gift cards from one brand can be used at the other.
The Long Answer
While the short answer is pretty straightforward, there are some nuances to be aware of when it comes to using a Baskin Robbins gift card at Dunkin’. Here’s what you need to know:
1. Baskin Robbins and Dunkin’ Have Separate Menus
While you can use a Baskin Robbins gift card at Dunkin’, you won’t be able to buy all of the same things at both locations. Baskin Robbins is primarily known for its ice cream, while Dunkin’ is a coffee and donut shop. This means that each location will have its own separate menu, and not all items from one location will be available at the other.
2. Some Franchise Locations May Not Accept Gift Cards
While most Dunkin’ locations will accept a Baskin Robbins gift card, there may be some franchise locations that do not. This can happen for a variety of reasons, but it’s always a good idea to double-check with the location before assuming that your gift card will work.
3. Gift Cards Can Only Be Used In-Person
If you have a physical gift card from Baskin Robbins, you will need to bring it with you to a Dunkin’ location in order to use it. Gift cards cannot be used for online orders or through a mobile app. Additionally, if you have an e-gift card, you will need to print it out and bring it with you to the location.
4. Gift Cards Cannot Be Reloaded
If you have a Baskin Robbins gift card with a balance, you can use it at Dunkin’ until the balance is depleted. However, you will not be able to add any additional funds to the card. Once the balance is zero, the card cannot be reloaded.
Final Thoughts
In conclusion, if you have a Baskin Robbins gift card and want to use it at Dunkin’, you can! Just be aware that the two brands have separate menus, some franchise locations may not accept gift cards, and the card can only be used in-person. As long as you keep these things in mind, you’ll be able to enjoy your favorite treats at both locations with ease.