In honor of Veterans Day on November 11, 2024, numerous restaurants and retailers across the country are offering special discounts, free meals, and deals for veterans and active-duty military personnel. To avail these offers, veterans are required to show proof of military service such as a military ID, DD-214 form, or VA card.
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Applebee's: Veterans and active-duty military members can receive a free meal from a select menu at participating locations.
BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse: On November 11, come to BJ’s and enjoy a free Chocolate Chunk Pizookie with no minimum food purchase. In following, receive a bonus reward coupon to use 11/12/2024 – 12/31/2024 for dine-in or take-out only for a free appetizer with no minimum food purchase.
Bob Evans: On November 11, Bob Evans will be offering a special menu of seven homestyle favorites available to Veterans and active duty military free at their local Bob Evans Restaurant
Bonefish Grill: Active duty service members and Veterans get a complimentary order of Bang Bang Shrimp with a soft beverage on November 11 with valid ID.
Buffalo Wild Wings: On Nov. 11, Veterans and active-duty service members get a free order of 10 boneless wings and fries with valid ID. Available for dine-in at all locations, including Buffalo Wild Wings GO, for walk-in and counter orders only.
Carrabba’s: Active-duty members, Veterans, and first responders receive a 10% discount on each visit through Carrabba’s Heroes Discount.
Chick-fil-A: On Nov. 11, Veterans and active-duty members can receive a free breakfast chicken biscuit or original chicken sandwich. Valid only at select Metro D.C. locations.
Cici’s Pizza: Veterans and active-duty military enjoy a complimentary adult buffet on Veterans Day with valid military ID.
Chili’s: Veterans and active-duty military get a free meal on Nov. 11 at all participating locations. This offer applies to select menu items for in-restaurant dining with military ID.
Cracker Barrel: Veterans dining on Nov. 11 will receive a complimentary slice of double fudge Coca-Cola cake.
Denny’s: From 5 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Nov. 11, Veterans and active-duty members with military ID or DD214 can get a free Original Grand Slam.
Dunkin’: On Nov. 11, Dunkin' is offering Veterans and active-duty service members a free donut of their choice at participating locations. Available in-store only.
Golden Corral: On Nov. 11, Golden Corral will host Military Appreciation Night from 5:00 p.m. to close, offering a complimentary "thank you" meal.
IHOP: Participating IHOP locations are offering free red, white, and blueberry pancakes to Veterans and active-duty military on Nov. 11. Proof of service is required, and the offer is limited to dine-in only.
Little Caesars Pizza: On Veterans Day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Veterans and active-duty military can receive a free lunch combo. Offer is available only at participating locations with proof of service.
MOD Pizza: On November 11, all Veterans and active military personnel and their spouses get the all new Mega Cookie for free.
Outback Steakhouse: Veterans and active-duty military can enjoy a free Bloomin’ Onion and Coca-Cola on Veterans Day, available for both dine-in and to-go.
Olive Garden: Olive Garden offers a free meal to Veterans and active-duty military on Nov. 11. This includes an entrée from a special menu, along with breadsticks and a choice of soup or salad.
Red Lobster: Veterans, active-duty service members, and Reservists can receive a free shrimp and chips meal on Nov. 11, including French fries and coleslaw. Dine-in only, and military ID is required.
Red Robin: On Nov. 11, Red Robin will offer Veterans and active-duty members a free Red’s Big Tavern Burger with bottomless fries, dine-in only.
Starbucks: Starbucks is offering Veterans, active-duty service members, and spouses a free 12 oz drip coffee, hot or cold, on Veterans Day.
Sonic Drive-In: Veterans and active-duty service members can enjoy half-priced shakes in any flavor and size on Nov. 11.
Subway: Participating Subway locations offer Veterans and active-duty service members either a free 6-inch sub or a 10% discount.
Texas Roadhouse: At select locations, Veterans and active-duty military can dine in or receive a free meal voucher on Nov. 11 between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. with military ID.
TGI Fridays: Veterans and active-duty personnel can enjoy a free meal on Nov. 11 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., selected from a special menu.
Wendy’s: On Nov. 11, Veterans and active-duty military can get a free small breakfast combo.
It's advisable to call ahead and confirm as availability may vary.
In addition to restaurants Veterans and active duty service members have free admission to all National Park sites.
SOURCE: https://news.va.gov/136122/2024-veterans-day-discounts-free-meals/