Veterans Day is Monday, November 11. Many restaurant chains including Applebee’s, Chili’s, Denny’s and more have free meals to honor the nation’s veterans. Here’s how to get a free meal or significant discount for Veterans Day for chain restaurants across the U.S. Most deals are on the official Veterans Day on November 11, but some deals are extended for a longer period of time.
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How Do I Get Veterans Day Deals and Other Military Discounts at Restaurants?
To redeem most of these offers, you will need to show proof of service, such as a valid military ID or Veterans Organization Card (i.e., American Legion and VFW). Wearing a uniform or showing a photo of yourself in uniform is also accepted as proof of service at most restaurants. Before you head out, check with your local restaurant to confirm the military discount is available and what ID is required.
Also, note that many of these restaurants, as well as others, provide military discounts to active duty service members and veterans every day, not just on Veterans Day. Visit our Military and Veterans Restaurant Discounts page to learn more.
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54th Street
Active duty military and veterans can get $10 off their entree purchase on November 11 with a valid ID. 54th Street sent this message with the offer.
Applebee’s
For the 17th consecutive year, Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar will honor veterans and active members of the United States military by offering each a free meal at any of the nearly 2,000 Applebee’s restaurants in the U.S. on Veterans Day, November 11. Veterans and active duty military simply show proof of military service. Limit 1 meal per veteran or active duty military. Dine-in only. For more details and the entrees available, see the Applebee’s Veterans Day Announcement.
Aroma Joe’s
Veterans can get a free 24-ounce beverage of any kind on November 11 at Aroma Joe’s. This offer will be accepted at all locations across Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Florida, Rhode Island, New York and Connecticut, according to this press release.
Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar
Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar will honor Veterans and Active Duty Military this Veterans Day with a free 5 oz. All American Burger with cheese and a choice of side. The offer is valid from 11 AM – 3 PM.
Veterans and active duty military can get a free 2-2-2 breakfast at Bakers Square. Bakers Square has the details in this message.
Bar Louie
Bar Louie will offer Veterans and Active Duty military a free Craft Burger on November 10 – 11. The offer doesn’t include the Big Louie. Please provide valid military ID. Visit the Bar Louie homepage for more details. Scroll down the page a bit and you should see the Veterans Day info.
For other deals like their weekday Happy Hour, go to our Bar Louie story.
Veterans and active duty military can get a free Angus Burger and Fries at Beef ‘O’ Brady’s on Veterans Day. Beef ‘O’ Brady’s sent this email with the news.
Visit our Beef ‘O’ Brady’s page for info on other deals, like $7.99 Burger Mondays and Buy One, Get One Free Boneless Wing Wednesdays
Biggby Coffee
Active duty military and veterans can get a free brewed coffee up to the 16 oz. size on Veterans Day from Biggby Coffee. Talk about a pick-me-up!
BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse
BJ’s Restaurant has a free Chocolate Chunk Pizookie dessert for veterans on Veterans Day. They’ll also get a coupon for a free appetizer on a future visit with an order of $14.95 or more. Must present Military ID or other proof of service. Valid for dine-in on November 11 only. Not valid for Take Out or Delivery. For more details see the BJ’s Restaurant Veterans Day page.
Bob Evans
Bob Evans Restaurants is celebrating Veterans Day by offering the choice of one farm-fresh dish from seven choices to veterans and active duty military personnel on Veterans Day. Guests wishing to enjoy one free meal on Veterans Day must provide proof of service.
For other Bob Evans coupons and specials, go to our Bob Evans page.
Veterans can get a free entree on Veterans Day at all Bombshells locations in Houston, Dallas, Austin and San Antonio. Active service members and accompanying family members in the group can get a 20% discount. Bring valid military ID as proof of service. Here’s more info from their website.
Bonefish Grill
Bonefish is offering a free order of Bang Bang Shrimp and a soft beverage to veterans and first responders that show ID. Bonefish also offers a 10% discount all year to veterans, service members, and first responders. They posted the news in this message.
For more great Bonefish specials and coupons, visit our Bonefish Grill page.
Buffalo Wild Wings has a complimentary order of 10 Boneless Wings with a side of fries for active and retired armed services members on Veterans Day. The offer is available only to guests who dine-in.
For more great Buffalo Wild Wings specials, like their buy one get one free deals on wings, go to our Buffalo Wild Wings article.
California Pizza Kitchen
California Pizza Kitchen is offering veterans and active U.S. military members a free entree at all participating locations nationwide. Military members and veterans can choose between a pizza, pasta, and salad for their entree and will receive a beverage as well. This offer is contingent on proof of service. They’ll also get a buy one, get one free coupon valid for a return visit from November 12 – 25. Here’s the California Pizza Kitchen press release with the details.
Carolina Ale House
Veterans and active duty military can get a free half rack rib platter with coleslaw and fries on Veteran’s Day from Carolina Ale House. Here’s a message with the details. Note that this offer is available at participating locations in North Carolina, Florida, and Tennessee.
For info on other daily specials at the restaurant and sports bar, click here for our Carolina Ale House story.
Carrabba’s is offering a complimentary dine-in appetizer or dessert with a soft beverage to veterans and active-duty military that show ID on Veteran’s Day. Here are the offer details. They also have a 10% year-round discount for active duty military, veterans, and first responders.
For more great Carrabba’s specials and Happy Hour news, visit our Carrabba’s page.
Casey’s
Casey’s is offering any size complimentary coffee or fountain drink to all veterans, active duty military personnel and on-duty, uniformed first responders – including law enforcement, fire and EMS – on Veterans Day. Here’s a press release with the details.
On November 11, veteran and active duty military can get a free 2-Item Combo at Chevys Fresh Mex with a valid proof of service. Here’s a message from Chevys with the news.
Chicken Salad Chick
Chicken Salad Chick is offering a free Chick Special and regular size drink to any veteran or active-duty military personnel on Veterans Day. The chain announced their Veterans Day deal in this press release.
Chili’s
Veterans and active duty military get a free entree at Chili’s restaurants on Veterans Day. Choose from a special menu with four choices on Veterans Day, November 11:
For a complete menu and more details see Veterans Day at Chili’s.
For more details on other great deals, like the 3 For Me menu, see our Chili’s article.
City Barbeque
All veterans and active duty military can get a free sandwich, side and drink at City Barbeque on Veterans Day. Check their website for the details.
Veterans and active duty military can get a free meal at Claim Jumper on Monday, November 11. The options include the BBQ Chicken Salad, Classic Cheeseburger, Black Tie Chicken Pasta, Meatloaf & Mashed Potatoes, Country Fried Steak, and Southern Fried Chicken.
Cotton Patch Cafe
Veterans and active duty military can get a free Chicken Fried Chicken or Chicken Fried Steak at Cotton Patch Cafe on November 11 when they present valid military ID. They posted the offer on their social channels.
Country Kitchen
Country Kitchen is offering a free Country Scramble to active military and veterans on Veterans Day. One free Country Scramble per qualified guest. Dine-in only. Cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts.
Cousins Subs
At Cousins Subs, active duty military and veterans with a valid ID can get a free 7.5 inch sub on Veterans Day. Here’s a press release with the details.
Cracker Barrel
Cracker Barrel has a free Sunrise Pancake Special for veterans and active duty service members on November 11 with valid proof of service. Also, the Military Menu special they normally run will have extended hours. Here’s a message with more details.
Get a free entree up to a $20 value plus a free $10 Power Card at Dave & Buster’s from November 10 – 11. Mention this offer here and bring a valid military ID.
Denny’s
Denny’s is offering a free meal on Veterans Day from 5 AM (or open time if later) til 12 PM. At participating locations nationwide, diners with a valid military ID can receive a complimentary Original Grand Slam, which includes four breakfast items such as fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes, eggs cooked to order, sizzling bacon strips, buttermilk biscuits, and hash browns. Here is a Denny’s press release with the information. This offer is for dine-in orders only.
For more Denny’s specials such as their $2, $4, $6, $8 Value Menu, visit our Denny’s story.
Veterans and active duty military can buy one Pulled Pork Sandwich and get one free on Veterans Day from Dickey’s. If you’re ordering online, use code VETFREE to get the deal. You’ll still need to show a valid military or veteran ID.
For info on other Dickey’s specials, like their kids eat free deals on Sundays, click here to visit our Dickey’s page.
Duck Donuts
Duck Donuts will offer all veterans and active military members a free medium hot coffee or cold brew on Veterans Day. Check out this press release with the details.
Veterans and active duty service members eat free at Duffy’s Sports Grill from 11 AM – 4 PM on November 11. Also, active duty service members can get 40% off of food purchases, everyday. Go to the Duffy’s website for more info.
Dunkin’
This Veterans Day, Dunkin’ Donuts will say thank you to those who serve by serving a free donut of choice to Veterans and active duty military.
*Limit one per guest while supplies last. No ID required. Offer available in-store only. Not available for orders placed using On-the-Go Mobile Ordering through the Dunkin’ Mobile App
Eddie Merlot’s
On Monday, November 11th, Eddie Merlot’s is offering the Eddie’s Prime Cheeseburger with Fries for free for all veterans and active military.
Famous Dave’s
Veterans and active duty military can get a free Georgia Chopped Pork Sandwich at Famous Dave’s on November 11. Famous Dave’s sent this email with the offer, which is good for dine-in or to go orders. If you’re ordering online, use coupon code VETERAN at checkout – you’ll still need to show proof of service when you pick it up.
Farmer Boys will offer a free Big Cheese burger to all veterans and active duty military personnel on Veteran’s Day.
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill has a BOGO for the military on November 11. Veterans and active military get a free entree with the purchase of another meal. Firebirds announced the Veterans Day deal in this message.
For more Firebirds specials like their Happy Hour, go to our Firebirds page.
Fogo is offering 50% off food for vets and active duty servicemen and 10% off food for up to three guests on Veteran’s Day.
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
Active duty military and veterans can visit Freddy’s on November 11 for a card valid for a free Original Double with Cheese meal. Freddy’s put the news up in this press release. You can redeem the card through December 31.
Friendly’s
Veterans and active duty service members can get a free cheeseburger with fries and a fountain drink on Veterans Day at Friendly’s. They posted the offer on social media.
Active duty military and veterans get a free Big Boy, drink and fry on November 11. Present a valid military ID for the meal. They posted the news on Facebook.
Glory Days Grill
At Glory Days Grill, all veterans and active duty military AND first responders can get 25% off their meal from the Hero’s lineup with a valid ID. Here are the details from a Glory Days Grill social media post.
Golden Corral
Golden Corral announced a Military Appreciation Night for all active-duty military servicemen and veterans on November 11th from 4 P.M. to close at all locations. Military personnel will receive a free Thank You Dinner in the form of a buffet and beverage. For more details see the Golden Corral Military Appreciation Page.
Good Times Burgers and Frozen Custard
Good Times has a a free Deluxe Cheeseburger Combo from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. for dine-in only.
Granite City Food and Brewery
Veterans and active duty military personnel can get a free lunch from 11 am – 4 pm on November 11 with valid ID or proof of service. The offer is valid for dine-in, to go and online orders. For online orders, use promo code VETERANS24 at checkout, but you’ll still need to show proof of service when you pick it up. Check this Granite City message for the details.
Greene Turtle
Veterans and active duty military can eat free with a meal worth up to $15 when they dine-in on Veteran’s Day and provide valid military ID. The Greene Turtle posted the offer on social media.
For info on other specials like Happy Hour, click here for our Greene Turtle page.
Happy Joe’s will offer a free lunch smorgasbord and drink or a free small 2-topping pizza for veterans and active duty military on November 11.
Hickory Tavern
If you’ve got a veteran or active duty service member in your group, you can buy one entree and get one free at Hickory Tavern on November 11. Here’s a message with the offer.
Huddle House
Active duty military and veterans get a free MVP Breakfast Platter on November 11, with Eggs, Bacon, Pancake, Gravy Biscuit and Hashbrowns. All that is required is a valid military ID.
IHOP
IHOP Restaurants nationwide will again serve a complimentary stack of patriotic Red, White & Blue Pancakes on Veterans Day. Veterans and active duty military can enjoy three of IHOP restaurant’s Buttermilk Pancakes with glazed strawberries, blueberry compote and whipped topping between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. The offer is dine-in only. IHOP posted the details on its website.
For more great IHOP specials and deals like their IHOPPY Hours, read our IHOP article.
Veterans and active duty military can get a free Deluxe Cookie with a $5 purchase at Insomnia Cookies now through November 11. Mention the offer they posted online here and bring proof of service to score the free cookies.
Island Fin Poke Co.
Get a free Poke Bowl from Island Fin Poke Co. on Veterans Day with valid proof of service. Here’s a press release with more details.
Kobe Japanese Steakhouse
Get up to $25 off a regular priced entree with any other purchase at Kobe on Veterans Day with a valid proof of service. Here are the offer details on their website.
All veterans and active duty servicemembers can go to Kolache Factory for a free kolache and a cup of coffee, from 6 am – 2 pm. Bring a valid military ID.
Kona Grill
All veterans and active duty military get 50% off their food at Kona Grill from November 8-11. Kona Grill has the details up on its website.
Krispy Kreme
As a thank you for sacrifice and service, Krispy Kreme has a free doughnut & small coffee for all veterans and active military personnel on Veterans Day. The chain announced the Veterans Day deal here.
Image courtesy of Krispy Kreme
