Freeloader alert: Free fries, free hot drinks, free donuts

Welcome to Seattle Times Freeloader: A new feature that helps you load up on free stuff.

To start off: Pike Street Fish Fry launches free boats of fries from 5-7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20 (925 E. Pike St., Seattle; 206-329-PIKE or www.pikestreetfishfry.com). That pile of taters may inspire you to buy a $2 Fat Tire or Mothership beer, too, but that's up to you.

And, If you haven't yet been to the Bravern, the new upscale shopping center in Bellevue, plan your trip for a Wednesday in December. Free non-alcoholic beverages will be handed out to all comers at the center's three fireplaces from 4-8 p.m. every Wednesday beginning Dec. 2 (11111 N.E. Eighth St., Bellevue; 425-456-8780 or www.thebravern.com).

Here are your choices, according to the Bravern's press release: "hot chocolate from Artisanal, spiced apple cider from Trophy Cupcakes, hot chai or a selection of teas from Wild Ginger and spiced pomegranate and cranberry cider from John Howie Steak."

Aaargh! Saturday, Nov. 28, is Pirate Day for Kids at Mighty-O Donuts. Children dressed as pirates get a free mini donut of their choice (2110 N. 55th St., Seattle; 206-856-9058 or www.blog.mightyo.com).

Hear about a free giveaway? Comment on this story or e-mail the details to ljacobson@seattletimes.com.