Free Grubhub Gift Card – My User Experience and Tips (2025)
Last Update: November 7, 2025
Author: Jodie Collins
Head Editor and Gift Card review expert
Tester: Bennett Easton
Product Review Expert and Co-Head Editor
How I Tested earning a Free Grubhub Gift Card
I wanted a fast, reliable path to a free grubhub gift card without over-indexing on hard KYC. I picked a four-offer mix that historically tracks quickly, spans different eligibility types, and avoids deep-funnel banking. Specifically: Albert (1,500 pts), Opencare (1,400 pts), Paramount+ (450 pts), and Kikoff (250 pts). That gave me 3,600 points total, which translates to $36 in value. Because redemptions occur in $5 increments, I redeemed $35 and kept 100 points as a buffer for my next run.
Speed mattered. Paramount+ tracked within an hour, Kikoff and Albert showed as pending the same day, and Opencare landed after my appointment was verified. Based on past runs, I plan around up to 2 days for pending points to appear, with automatic conversion to tradable points around 30 days. Results vary by user, eligibility, and tracking; always review offer terms in Earn.llc.
Earning Points and Redeeming for a Grubhub Card
I started on a Tuesday at 9:12 a.m. and tapped Start on Albert. The flow asked for email, phone, and basic banking verification. The confirmation screen said You’re all set and I received an email titled Welcome to Albert within two minutes. A selfie check failed on my first try due to glare; I moved next to a window and the retake passed instantly. Tracking appeared as pending points in my dashboard later that afternoon and showed the expected 1,500 points.
Next, I completed Opencare. I clicked Book a dentist, entered my ZIP, and selected a provider offering instant insurance eligibility checks. I booked for Thursday at 10:40 a.m. and received Appointment booked as the on-page confirmation plus an email with the subject Your Opencare visit is confirmed. After the visit, Opencare sent a Verification complete notice. My points showed as pending the same evening at 1,400. From experience, this one can vary by 12–48 hours depending on provider reporting accuracy.
For Paramount+, I tapped Start Free Trial, used an email alias, and saw the Paramount+ confirmation page in under a minute. The email subject read Your Paramount+ trial has started. I set a calendar reminder to cancel on day 6. Points for trials typically show pending within an hour for me; this one posted as pending at 10:03 a.m. Finally, I added Kikoff. I tapped Continue, confirmed identity fields, and saw the success screen with a short account number. My dashboard reflected 250 pending points by evening. Across all four, pending points appeared within the standard window of up to 2 days for me, then converted to tradable roughly 30 days later. I redeemed $35 for Grubhub and kept 100 pts. Tip: take screenshots of each confirmation page, whitelist Earn emails, and if tracking lags beyond two days, re-open the offer details and use the missing points flow with your confirmation evidence.
Other Offers you can use to Earn a Grubhub Gift Card
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What I bought with my Grubhub Gift Card
I used the $35 Grubhub code on a Friday dinner order from a local Thai spot. My cart: Pad See Ew ($14.95), Tom Yum Soup ($7.95), and Mango Sticky Rice ($6.95). Subtotal came to $29.85. Delivery fee was $2.99, service fee $3.10, and estimated taxes $2.41, bringing the total to $38.35 before applying the gift card.
At checkout I tapped Add gift card, pasted the code, and saw Gift card applied: $35.00 on the payment line item. The new total dropped to $3.35, which I covered with a saved card. I left a $5 tip on the card as well, bringing my out-of-pocket to $8.35. The order confirmation number displayed on-screen and matched the email receipt that arrived a minute later.
Delivery arrived in 36 minutes—faster than the original 50–60 minute estimate. The restaurant itemized everything correctly, and the gift card balance read as fully consumed in my Grubhub wallet. If you’re close to zeroing out the order, note that taxes and fees can nudge totals above your estimate; I like to have at least a $3 cushion when planning the gift card amount.
Frequently Asked Questions about Grubhub Gift Cards
How long do points take to show up after I complete an offer?
In my testing, pending points typically appeared within minutes to 48 hours, with most showing the same day. That pending status is normal and indicates successful tracking, not immediate redemption. Pending points then convert to tradable points automatically in about 30 days, though timing can vary by offer type, verification needs, and partner reporting.
Do Grubhub gift cards expire or have fees?
Policies can change, so always check the terms on your specific code and Grubhub’s site at checkout. In general, I haven’t encountered maintenance fees on mainstream dining gift cards, and typical U.S. gift cards avoid expiration, but exceptions exist. Treat the code like cash: store it in your Grubhub account wallet and confirm the applied amount before placing your order.
Can I stack the gift card with promo codes or free delivery perks?
I’ve stacked a Grubhub gift card with restaurant promos and Plus free delivery, but stacking rules depend on the restaurant, location, and the promo’s fine print. Apply the promo first, then the gift card to minimize your remaining balance. If a promo fails to apply, remove and re-add it before placing the order and confirm the final total in the payment summary.
Are these offers truly no purchase required?
Some are free trials where you can cancel before renewal, while others may involve subscriptions, banking qualifications, or identity checks. Read each offer’s terms carefully so you know whether a payment method, deposit, or KYC is required. If you prefer minimal friction, prioritize recognized free trials and appointment-based offers, and keep screenshots of confirmations for tracking support.
What if my points don’t track or are missing after two days?
First, verify you completed all required steps and received the partner’s confirmation email. Then revisit the offer details in your account and submit a missing points request with your evidence, such as confirmation numbers and timestamps. Tracking can slip due to ad blockers, cookies, or provider delays, so disable blockers during completion and always use the original flow link.
How much can I realistically redeem for a Grubhub gift card in one run?
Using the exact mix I completed, I earned 3,600 points, redeemed $35, and had 100 points left. Larger redemptions require higher-value offers or additional completions; redemptions occur in $5 increments. I plan for a practical range of $15–$50 per focused session depending on eligibility, speed of tracking, and whether I include higher-commitment offers that take longer to verify.
Will I need to pass KYC or credit checks for these offers?
Some financial or credit-building offers may require identity verification, soft pulls, or account funding steps. In my run, I encountered a selfie check once and it cleared on the second try. Always read the partner’s disclosures, understand any credit implications, and proceed only if the requirements fit your risk tolerance and timeline.
Results vary by user, eligibility, and tracking; always review offer terms in Earn.llc.
