These Chains Are Honoring Veterans And Active Military Personnel With Free Food For Veterans Day
Veterans Day falls on November 11 to honor those who have served in the armed forces.
As a way of showing appreciation to both active and retired military personnel, many chain restaurants are offering free or discounted meals to veterans on Wednesday, November 11.
All you need is a valid military ID to show proof of service.
Every year, Veterans Day falls on November 11 to honor those who have served in the armed forces. There are a number of ways to observe the holiday, whether by thanking a retired military member in your life or by donating to a charity that helps support veterans and their families. As a way of showing appreciation to both active and retired military personnel, many chain restaurants are offering free or discounted meals to veterans on Wednesday, November 11. In order to be eligible, all you need is a valid military ID to show proof of service.
Dunkin'
On Wednesday, November 11, veterans and active duty military are invited to participating Dunkin' restaurants nationwide for a free donut of their choice, no purchase necessary.
Denny's
As an ongoing tradition to America's veterans for their service, Denny's is inviting all active, inactive, and military personnel into participating Denny's locations nationwide on Veterans Day from 5 a.m. to noon to enjoy a complimentary Build Your Own Grand Slam. The Build Your Own Grand Slam includes a choice of four delicious items to truly make it your own. And with over 11 choices—such as fluffy buttermilk pancakes, eggs cooked to order, bacon strips, buttermilk biscuits, hash browns, and oatmeal—there is something for everyone. The offer is dine-in only and redeemable with a valid military ID or DD 214.
Buffalo Wild Wings
Buffalo Wild Wings is offering a free order of 10 boneless wings and fries for all past and present armed services members this Veterans Day, November 11. The offer is available for dine-in or takeout and proof of service must be shown for redemption.
Wendy's
To thank all of those who have served or are currently serving in the U.S. Military, Wendy's restaurants nationwide are offering a free small breakfast combo with valid military ID. No purchase necessary.
Cracker Barrel
Throughout the month of November, Cracker Barrel Old Country Store will be honoring military families by donating a $10 gift card to Operation Homefront for each Country Fried Turkey Family Meal Basket sold now through the end of the month. And on Veterans Day, Cracker Barrel will celebrate the brave men and women who have served our nation by offering all military veterans a complimentary slice of Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola Cake when dining at any Cracker Barrel location nationwide.
Friendly's
Friendly's will again be honoring this country's veterans and active service members by offering a free meal. On Veterans Day, all former or active military personnel can receive a free All-American meal for lunch or dinner, which consists of the All-American Burger, served with a side of fries and a drink. The burger can be upgraded to a cheeseburger for free. This dine-in only offer is available to all veterans and current service members with a valid military ID or honorable discharge card, at participating locations.
Bonefish Grill
Bonefish Grill is offering 10 percent Heroes Discount to all service members, veterans, and first responders all day, every day with show of valid ID.
Outback Steakhouse
Outback Steakhouse is saluting heroes with a free Bloomin' Onion and Coke product to all active and retired military for Veterans Day. Additionally, Outback Steakhouse continues to support Operation Homefront to help make life easier for military, veterans, and families. Beginning on Veterans Day, customers will have the opportunity to donate (round up their check or add an open dollar amount) via their dining check in support of Operation Homefront thru the end of the year. Outback Steakhouse offers a heroes discount daily. All servicemen and women, police officers, firefighters and first responders with 10 percent off their entire check all day, everyday with a valid state or federal service ID.
California Pizza Kitchen
This year, veterans can enjoy a free meal from a pre-selected menu at CPK for either dine-in or take-out only on Veterans Day. Veteran or active military guests must be in uniform, or show military ID or other proof of service. Additionally, each veteran or active military guest will also receive a bounceback good for one free pizza, pasta, or salad with the purchase of a pizza, pasta, or salad valid November 12 to November 20.
Carrabba's Italian Grill
All service members and first responders get 10 percent off any visit to their local restaurant on Veterans Day and year round.
Romano's Macaroni Grill
At Romano's, veterans get a free Mom's Ricotta Meatballs + Spaghetti entrée at all U.S. locations. Mom's Ricotta Meatballs + Spaghetti features house-made beef, veal, pork, and ricotta meatballs sprinkled with romano cheese, topped with imported Pomodorina sauce, and served over imported, bronze-cut spaghetti. All veterans and active military can simply present their military ID or other proof of service while dining-in or carrying-out.
Fogo de Chão
All veterans and active duty personnel get 50 percent off their entire meal on Veterans Day at all U.S. and Puerto Rico locations. In addition, each veteran or active duty guest will receive 10 percent off the meals of up to three additional guests by presenting their military ID.
Hooters
Veterans and active-duty military can stop in for 10 free wings with any 10 purchased from Hooters long list of wing styles as a thank you for their service this Veterans Day, November 11. All veterans who present a military ID or proof of service at any participating Hooters location nationwide are eligible.
QDOBA
Active military and veterans get 50 percent off any entree on Veteran’s Day, November 11. Purchases must be made in-store at participating locations. Eligible guests must show military ID at checkout to redeem.
Grimaldi's Pizzeria
Grimaldi's honors all active duty and retired military personnel with a year-round 15 percent discount. In addition, to celebrate Veterans Day, Grimaldi's is showing extra appreciation by offering 25 percent off an entire purchase for US veterans. You must show valid Military I.D. to redeem.
Smashburger
On this day only, veterans who come into participating locations can enjoy a free classic double Smashburger with any other purchase.
Sonny's BBQ
Sonny's BBQ locations will provide a free Pork Sandwich to all veterans and active military to honor and recognize current and past military personnel. Service people that stop by on Veterans Day will also receive a voucher for a free BBQ Egg Roll appetizer, redeemable with a valid military ID from December 1 to December 15.
Cicis Pizza
Cicis Pizza is offering a free adult buffet on November 11 to all veterans and active duty military personnel. All you have to do is present a valid military ID and this coupon.
Bob Evans
Bob Evans Restaurants is paying homage to its founder's legacy as a military veteran by inviting veterans and active duty military to enjoy a free meal on November 11, 2020 with proof of military service. Dine-in guests can choose one of seven farm-fresh dishes including the classic Country Biscuit Breakfast and the new Hand-Breaded Fried Chicken Breast Dinner Bell Plate.
Kolache Factory
On November 11, Kolache Factory stores nationwide are offering free breakfast to all veterans and all those who are actively serving our country in the U.S. armed forces. All veterans and servicemen and women are invited to come in and enjoy a free kolache and a cup of coffee on the house from 6a.m. to 2p.m.
Metro Diner
The chain is offering 50 percent off to active and retired military with valid military ID on Veterans Day. Guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the diner, for pick-up or delivery of their signature Fried Chicken & Waffles, Chicken Pot Pie, Meatloaf, and latest chicken wing offerings.
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
This year, BJ's is saluting Military service members with a free entree (up to $14.95) and a free Dr Pepper beverage with Military ID for current and former military members, available for dine-in only.
Black Angus Steakhouse
From restaurant open until close—3p.m. to 9p.m. local time—Black Angus Steakhouses will offer veterans the All-American Steak Plate for just $10.99. Available for restaurant dining and takeaway orders, participating guests can expect an 8 oz. Certified Angus Beef Top Sirloin, mashed potatoes, broccoli with garlic butter, and a non-alcoholic beverage with a valid military ID.
Maxwell House Coffee
Starting November 9 at 12 p.m. EST, veterans and active servicemen and women can visit coupons.com to download a coupon, while supplies last, for a free canister of Maxwell Houses for Heroes pack (1lb or 3lbs). The coupon can be redeemed online or at participating retailers through November 16.
Dickey's Barbecue Pit
On November 11, veterans can stop in-store at their local participating Dickey's for a free Pulled Pork Classic Sandwich. To redeem, a guest must present a military ID or valid proof of service.
Golden Corral
Golden Corral is celebrating 20 years of honoring our military with a free meal and beverage. This year, Golden Corral will hand out free meal and beverage cards to all active duty and veterans from November 1 t0 November 30. The card will be valid for use once from November 1 through May 31 for lunch or dinner Monday through Thursday.
Logan's Roadhouse
Logan's Roadhouse is inviting all active duty and retired U.S. military personnel to enjoy a free meal between 3p.m. to 6 p.m. from the American Roadhouse menu at participating Logan's Roadhouse restaurants nationwide.
Pie Five Pizza
This Veterans Day, participating Pie Five Pizza locations are offering a free personal pizza to all active or retired members of the military, and current or past members of the Armed Forces or Department of Defense with proof of ID. This offer is valid in-store only at participating locations.
Twin Peaks
Corporate Twin Peaks locations are showing their appreciation to Armed Forces on November 11 with a free meal from these options: chicken tenders, Carolina pulled pork sandwich, cheeseburger, and the wedge.
The Rustic
The Rustic is offering free Rustic Burgers for all veterans and active military with a valid ID on November 11.
Pilot Flying J
In honor of Veterans Day, Pilot Flying J is offering all veterans a free breakfast combo, valid at participating U.S. Pilot and Flying J Travel Centers, through November 15.
Caribou Coffee
As a special thank you to veterans, participating Caribou Coffee stores are offering a free small coffee to any customer who presents a military ID this Veterans Day.
Famous Dave's
On November 11 in honor of Veterans Day, Famous Dave's is offering a free Georgia Chopped Pork Sandwich and side at all locations to all active and retired military personnel. The promotion will be available for Dine In and To Go orders. When ordering online, guests will choose the sandwich and enter the coupon code VETERAN at checkout on famousdaves.com/togo. Veterans must show valid proof of service at pickup.
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