Nationwide Restaurants Honor Veterans with Free Meals on Veterans Day
On Veterans Day, numerous restaurants across the nation honor military veterans and active service members by offering complimentary meals and special deals. This tradition continues to celebrate and appreciate the sacrifices made by these individuals. Below are details about some prominent establishments participating in this annual event.
Participating Restaurants Offering Free Meals for Veterans Day
Applebee’s
Applebee’s provides a limited menu with free select entrées for veterans and active-duty military members. This marks the 18th year they have participated in Veterans Day celebrations. The offer is available only for dine-in customers.
Buffalo Wild Wings
Veterans can enjoy 10 free boneless wings along with a regular fries order. This offer is limited to dine-in customers, but is valid at Buffalo Wild Wings Go locations for walk-in orders as well.
California Pizza Kitchen
California Pizza Kitchen welcomes all veterans and active-duty military members for a complimentary beverage and one entrée from a special menu. Choices range from salads and pizzas to pastas.
Chili’s
Chili’s offers a free meal and a non-alcoholic drink from a limited menu for veterans and active-duty military. This promotion is valid for dine-in patrons only.
Chipotle Mexican Grill
Veterans dining at Chipotle between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. can buy one entrée and receive a second of equal or lesser value for free
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
All veterans can stop by Cracker Barrel for a complimentary Sunrise Pancake Special, featuring buttermilk pancakes with a choice of eggs or breakfast meat. This offer is available all day for dine-in customers.
Denny’s
Denny’s serves its Original Grand Slam meal for free to veterans from 5 a.m. to noon. This hearty breakfast consists of pancakes, bacon, sausage links, and eggs, available nationwide.
Golden Corral
Golden Corral hosts a free buffet dinner for veterans, current service members, and National Guard members from 4 p.m. until close. This event has been ongoing since 2001, marking its 25th anniversary this year.
Hy-Vee
Hy-Vee provides a complimentary breakfast buffet for veterans from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. Additionally, veterans receive a 15% discount on grocery purchases. Hy-Vee has supported veterans in this manner since 1999.
IHOP
IHOP invites veterans to enjoy a Red, White and Blueberry Pancake Combo, which includes pancakes served with eggs, hash browns, and a choice of sausage or bacon. The offer runs from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at participating locations.
Krispy Kreme
Krispy Kreme honors veterans with complimentary coffee and a doughnut, valid for either a small hot or iced coffee alongside their choice of doughnut.
Outback Steakhouse
At Outback Steakhouse, veterans and active-duty service members can enjoy a complimentary Aussie 3-Course meal that includes a starter, select entrée, and dessert.
Shake Shack
Veterans can visit Shake Shack for a free Big Shack burger, consisting of two beef patties and various toppings. Please note this offer is available at select locations only.
Starbucks
Participating Starbucks locations provide free coffee for veterans, military service members, and their spouses. Eligible coffee options include a tall hot or iced coffee.
Red Robin
Red Robin offers veterans a free Red’s Big Tavern Burger, which is served with bottomless steak fries. This deal is available for dine-in customers only.
Whataburger
Whataburger provides a free Taquito for veterans during breakfast hours on Veterans Day. In addition, they continue to offer a free hot or iced coffee to veterans and service members every Tuesday through the end of the year.
These generous offers across the country reflect the deep appreciation for those who have served in the armed forces. Veterans are encouraged to take advantage of these special promotions this Veterans Day.
