Veterans Day freebies 2020: Here's where retired and active military members can get free food
Many restaurants around the country are saluting veterans and military members this year on Veterans Day by providing freebies and discounts on meals, desserts, and drinks. Many of these deals only last the day, so take action quickly.
Here’s a list of national restaurant and retail chains offering Veterans Day deals.
7-Eleven
Veterans can get a free coffee on Veterans Day. Download the 7-Eleven app to register.
Applebee’s
Veterans and active duty military members can get a free meal from a limited menu on Veterans Day. Proof of service required.
BJ’s Restaurant
All service members can get a free entree up to $14.95 and a free Dr. Pepper on Veterans Day. Military ID or proof of service required.
Bob Evans
Veterans and active duty military members can get select menu items for free on Veterans Day.
Bruegger’s Bagels
Veterans can get a free medium fresh-brewed hot or iced coffee with breakfast on Veterans Day.
Bubba Gump Shrimp
Military personnel and their families can get 20% off on food and retail purchases on Veterans Day.
Buffalo Wild Wings Free Wings
Veterans and active duty military members can get a free order of boneless wings and a side of fries on Veterans Day at participating U.S. locations.
California Pizza Kitchen
Veterans and active duty military members can get a free entree from a special Veterans Day menu that includes pizza, salads and pasta. Please come in uniform or military ID or proof of service will be required.
Carrabba’s Italian Grill
Veterans, active duty military members and first responders can receive a free Calamari from November 8 through November 11.
Chili’s Grill & Bar
Veterans and active duty military members can get a free meal from a select menu on Veterans Day.
Cicis Pizza
Veterans and active duty military members can get a free adult buffet on Veterans Day. Military ID or proof of service required.
Country Kitchen Restaurants
Veterans and active duty military members can get a free country scramble on Veterans Day at participating locations.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
Veterans and active duty military members can get a Pumpkin Pie Latte or free slice of Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola Cake with their meal.
Dunkin’ Donuts
Veterans and active duty military members can get a free donut at restaurants nationwide. No purchase necessary.
Einstein Bros. Bagels
Veterans and active duty military members can get a free hot or iced medium coffee on Veterans Day.
Famous Dave’s
Veterans and active duty military members can receive a free free Georgia Chopped Pork Sandwich and a side on Veterans Day. Dine-in or to-go.
Golden Corral
Veterans and active duty military members can get a free “thank you meal” promotional card that’s good for one free lunch or dinner buffet and beverage from November 1 through November 30.
Hooters
Veterans and active duty military members can get 10 free boneless wings on Veterans Day after purchasing 10 wings at any nationwide location. Military ID or proof of service required.
Houlihan’s
Veterans and active duty military members can receive a free entrée from a select menu on Veterans Day. Military ID or proof of service required.
Joe’s Crab Shack
Veterans and active duty military members can get 20% off on Veterans Day. Valid for parties up to 4.
Krispy Kreme
Veterans and active duty military members can get a free doughnut and coffee on Veterans Day.
Kwikfill
Veterans can receive a free coffee on Veterans Day.
Little Caesars Pizza
Veterans and active military members can receive a free Lunch Combo paired with a 20-ounce Pepsi product on Veterans Day.
Macaroni Grill
Veterans and active military members can receive a free Mom’s Ricotta Meatballs and Spaghetti. Military ID or proof of service required.
Morton’s The Steakhouse
Veterans and active military members can enjoy 20% off on Veterans Day. Valid for parties up to 4. Military ID or proof of service required.
O’Charley’s
Veterans and active military members can receive a free meal from O’Charley’s “Veterans Thank You Menu” all day on Veterans Day. Military ID or proof of service required. Restaurant participation may vary by location.
Outback Steakhouse
Veterans and active military members can get a free Bloomin’ Onion and Coca-Cola on Veterans Day.
Petro Stopping Centers
Veterans, active military members, and reservists with proof of service can get a complimentary meal from a select menu on Veterans Day at any participating Country Pride or Iron Skillet restaurant nationwide.
Pilot Flying J/U.S. Pilot
Veterans and active military members can get a free breakfast, including a coffee, November 9 through November 15. The offer is also available via the app.
Red Lobster
Veterans, active duty military and reservists can get a free appetizer or dessert from their select Veterans Day menu. Military ID or proof of service required.
Red Robin
Veterans and active duty military who are Red Robin Royalty members can redeem a free Tavern Double Burger with Steak Fries between November 12 and November 30.
Sagebrush Steakhouse
Veterans and active duty military members can receive a complimentary meal from a select menu on Veterans Day.
Smashburger
Veterans and active duty military receive a free Double Classic Smash on Veterans Day.
Sonny’s BBQ
Veterans and active duty military can receive a free pulled or sliced pork sandwich along with a voucher for free BBQ egg rolls on another visit. Military ID or proof of service required.
Starbucks
Veterans, active duty military, reservists, and military spouses can get a free tall (12-ounce) hot brewed coffee on Veterans Day.
TA Stopping Centers
Veterans, active duty military, and reservists can get a complimentary meal from a select menu that includes a beverage on Veterans Day at any participating Country Pride or Iron Skillet restaurant nationwide. Military ID or proof of service required.
TCBY
Veterans and active duty military can get their first 6-oz free on Veterans Day.
Wawa
Veterans, active duty military, and family can get a free coffee on Veterans Day.
Wendy’s
Those with a valid military ID can get a free small breakfast combo. No purchase necessary.
Wienerschnitzel
Veterans and active duty military members can get a free chili dog with a small fry and a small Pepsi. Military ID or proof of service required.
Yard House
Veterans and active duty military can receive a free appetizer on Veterans Day. Military ID or proof of service required. Offer is valid for dine in only.
Stephanie is a reporter for Yahoo Money and Cashay, a new personal finance website. Follow her on Twitter @SJAsymkos.
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