This Veterans Day, numerous restaurant chains across the United States are honoring military veterans and active service members with complimentary meals and special offers. From free entrees to unique menu selections, establishments nationwide are showing gratitude for those who have served.
Restaurants Offering Free Meals on Veterans Day
Many popular restaurants are providing exclusive Veterans Day deals for those who have served. Here are some notable inclusions:
- Applebee’s: Veterans and active duty military members can enjoy a selection of free entrées from a limited menu, available for dine-in only.
- Buffalo Wild Wings: Service members can receive 10 free boneless wings and fries, exclusively for dine-in customers.
- California Pizza Kitchen: Veterans can savor a complimentary drink and entrée choice from a limited menu during their visit.
- Chili’s: Free meals and non-alcoholic drinks are available at participating locations for veterans and active military personnel, dine-in only.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill: Veterans can buy one entrée and get another of equal or lesser value free from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
- Cracker Barrel Old Country Store: Offering a free Sunrise Pancake Special available all day to veterans and active duty military.
- Denny’s: Veterans can enjoy a free Original Grand Slam breakfast from 5 a.m. to noon.
- Golden Corral: A free buffet dinner from 4 p.m. until closing is offered to veterans and service members.
- Hy-Vee: Available for breakfast, veterans can access a buffet from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m.
- IHOP: The Red, White and Blueberry Pancake Combo is complimentary for veterans from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Krispy Kreme: Veterans can enjoy a free coffee and doughnut at participating locations.
- Outback Steakhouse: A free Aussie 3-Course meal is offered to veterans, featuring a starter, entrée, and dessert.
- Red Robin: Service members can dine on a complimentary Red’s Big Tavern Burger throughout the day.
- Shake Shack: Offering a free burger to active military personnel and veterans at participating locations.
- Starbucks: Free coffee is available for veterans, military members, and their spouses, at participating stores.
- Whataburger: Veterans can get a free Taquito during breakfast hours and a complimentary 16-ounce coffee year-round.
Eligibility and Conditions
Most locations require military identification to qualify for these offers. It’s essential for veterans and active duty military to check with individual restaurants for details regarding availability and participation.
These generous offers on Veterans Day reflect a nationwide appreciation for service members. By participating in these promotions, restaurants continue to create meaningful connections with those who have dedicated their lives to serving the country.
