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In an annual show of gratitude, numerous major restaurant and café chains across the nation are extending an invitation to veterans and active service members by offering free meals, drinks, or attractive buy-one-get-one-free deals this Veterans Day.
These generous gestures aim to honor the brave men and women who have served in the military. Below is a summary of notable restaurants participating in this patriotic tradition.
Each offer requires military identification, unless specifically stated otherwise.
Applebee’s joins the celebration by providing select entrées for free from a limited menu. This marks the 18th consecutive year that Applebee’s has participated in honoring veterans, as highlighted on the company’s website. The offer is strictly available for dine-in customers.
Veterans and active-duty military personnel can savor 10 free boneless wings along with a side of regular fries, making it an attractive option for those looking to enjoy a meal on their special day.
Another popular choice is Buffalo Wild Wings. At their Go locations, veterans can benefit from the offer through walk-in orders.
California Pizza Kitchen is also in on the act, providing all veterans and active-duty military with a complimentary beverage and one entrée from a limited menu. Drink options include Coca-Cola fountain beverages, iced tea, or a passion fruit-mango unsweetened iced tea.
Entrée selections feature a variety of dishes, including several full-size salads, an assortment of pizzas, and choices of pasta.
Chili’s offers a free meal along with a non-alcoholic drink from a limited menu, strictly for dine-in customers. This well-known chain emphasizes its commitment to honoring the military community through these meal offerings.
Chipotle Mexican Grill invites customers to visit from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Veterans Day. They will receive a second entrée of equal or lesser value for free when purchasing one. Chris Brandt, Chipotle’s president and chief brand officer, expressed appreciation for veterans, stating that sharing a meal is a small token of gratitude.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store serves as another welcoming establishment. From open until close, veterans and active-duty military can enjoy a complimentary Sunrise Pancake Special, which consists of two buttermilk pancakes paired with a choice of eggs or a savory breakfast meat.
Denny’s will also participate by offering their Original Grand Slam between 5 a.m. to noon. This classic breakfast comes with two buttermilk pancakes, two strips of bacon, two sausage links, and two eggs made to order.
Golden Corral has set its own tradition with its Military Appreciation Night. Veterans, current service members, and National Guard members can indulge in a buffet dinner free of charge from 4 p.m. until close. Remarkably, this event has been running for 25 years and has provided nearly 6.7 million meals since its inception.
For those busy with their day, Hy-Vee offers a buffet-style breakfast for all veterans and active-duty military members from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m., along with a 15% discount on grocery purchases, a tradition they have maintained since 1999.
At IHOP, veterans can dine on the Red, White, and Blueberry Pancake Combo from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. This meal features blueberry pancakes served with two eggs, hash browns, and a choice of either bacon or sausage.
Krispy Kreme is offering more than just coffee; veterans can enjoy a free small hot or iced coffee along with a choice of doughnut, available at all participating locations.
At Outback Steakhouse, military members can expect a complimentary three-course meal, which includes a starter of soup or salad, a select entrée, and a decadent New York-Style Cheesecake for dessert.
Shake Shack joins the ranks by serving up a free burger to active-duty military and veterans. The Big Shack patties are made using two quarter-pound beef patties, complemented by special sauce, lettuce, American cheese, thick-cut pickles, onions, and Roma tomatoes, all nestled between toasted potato buns.
At Starbucks, participating locations will offer veterans and active service members a free cup of coffee, typically the tall (12-ounce) hot or iced variant. However, Cold Brew and different customizations are excluded from the benevolence.
Furthermore, Red Robin provides a free Red’s Big Tavern Burger throughout the day. This delicious offering features their signature sauce, American cheese, lettuce, and tomato on a toasted brioche bun, served with bottomless steak fries.
Notably, Whataburger is not limiting its offerings to just Veterans Day. The Texas-based chain extends its appreciation by giving away a free Taquito every Tuesday until the end of the year, along with a free 16-ounce hot or iced coffee year-round for military service members and veterans.
The myriad of restaurants and their heartfelt gestures reflect a nation that stands united in honoring the sacrifices made by its military personnel. As families gather to enjoy good food and company, these establishments ensure veterans and active military feel appreciated and valued.
As Veterans Day approaches, these offers provide not only a delicious meal but also an opportunity for communities to come together in recognition of service. This spirit of gratitude during Veterans Day truly reinforces the bond between citizens and those who have selflessly defended their freedom.
