Veterans Day is a special and important holiday that is celebrated on November 11th each year. It is a day to honor and show gratitude to the brave men and women who have served our country. This year, restaurants all across the nation are joining in on the celebration by offering free meals, discounts, and other perks to veterans and active-duty military members.
To take advantage of these offers, most restaurants will require proof of a military ID. For online discounts, you may need to register for ID.me to verify your military service. It’s a small gesture, but one that shows the deep appreciation that these restaurants have for our veterans.
One of the biggest news this year is that since Veterans Day 2020, current military service members and their dependents, veterans, and gold star families can enjoy lifetime free access to national parks, wildlife refuges, and other federal lands managed by the Department of the Interior, according to the Department of Veterans Affairs. This is a wonderful opportunity for our veterans to explore and enjoy the beauty of our country’s natural landscapes.
Now, let’s take a look at some of the amazing deals that are being offered by restaurants this Veterans Day:
– Applebee’s is welcoming all active duty military, veterans, reserves, and National Guard members to visit their local restaurant and enjoy a complimentary entree from an exclusive menu. They will also receive $5 towards their next meal for dine-in, to-go, or delivery within a three-week redemption window.
– Bar Louie is inviting all active and retired military members to enjoy a free Bar Louie Craft Burger on November 10th and 11th. This offer is available for dine-in only and includes a selection of craft burger favorites like the Bourbon BBQ Burger and GastroBurger.
– BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse is celebrating our military with a free chocolate chunk pizookie with no minimum food purchase. They are also offering a free appetizer coupon that can be used between November 12th and December 31st, 2024.
– California Pizza Kitchen is honoring veterans and active-duty military with a complimentary meal from a prix fixe menu on November 11th. They will also receive a complimentary beverage. Please make sure to come in uniform or bring your military ID or proof of service.
– Chili’s Grill & Bar is offering veterans and active military members a free meal from a select menu on November 11th. This offer is valid for dine-in only and does not include beverages or gratuity.
– Cici’s Pizza is offering a free adult buffet for veterans and active-duty personnel on November 11th. This offer is valid for dine-in only and does not include a drink.
– Cracker Barrel is welcoming veterans and active-duty service members to enjoy a complimentary Sunrise Pancake Special. This offer is available for dine-in guests nationwide.
– Dave & Buster’s is offering veterans and active military members a free entree up to $20 and a $10 Power Card on November 11th. Additionally, they can receive 15% off all food and beverage purchases every day, all year round.
– Denny’s is offering a free “Build your Own Grand Slam” from 5 a.m. to noon on November 11th with a valid military ID or DD 214. This offer is only available at participating locations, so please call ahead.
– Dunkin’ is showing their appreciation to veterans and active-duty military members with a free donut of choice at participating locations on November 11th. This offer is available for in-store purchases only and does not include mobile orders or orders placed through the app.
– Firehouse Subs is offering veterans and active-duty military a free combo, including a medium sub, chips, or a cookie, and a drink.
– Friendly’s is offering veterans a free meal from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on November 11th. They will receive a free All-American Cheeseburger and a drink of their choice with a valid military ID.
– Golden Corral is hosting its annual Military Appreciation Night on November 11th from 4 p.m. to close. Active members and veterans will receive a free “thank you” buffet and beverage.
– Hooters is offering veterans and active-duty military members a free entrée from their Veterans Day Menu with the purchase of a beverage. This offer is valid for dine-in only and includes popular items like Buffalo Chicken Salad, Buffalo
