Discounts and free meals for Veterans Day

To honor members of the military, these restaurants are offering veterans free meals or beverages Nov. 11.

Another Broken Egg Café – Veterans are invited to enjoy a complimentary Patriot French Toast topped with strawberries, blueberries and whipped cream – paired with Barista House Blend Coffee – Nov. 11. The offer is for dine-in guests presenting a military ID.

Applebee’s – Veteran and Active Duty military personnel receive a free meal from a select menu Nov. 11 at participating locations. For dine-in guests only.

Beef ‘O’ Brady’s – Veterans and Active Duty military personnel can receive a free burger and fries. Not valid with any other offer, discount, promotion or purchase of gift cards. Tax, alcohol and gratuity not included.

BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse – Active Duty and retired military dining in Nov. 11 at BJ’s with a valid military ID will receive a free Chocolate Chunk Pizookie. From Nov. 12 through Dec. 31, guests with a valid military ID who dine in and purchase an entrée will receive a free Appetizer Bounce Back to enjoy on a future visit.

Chili’s – Veterans and Active Duty members get a free meal Nov. 11 at all participating restaurants. Available in-restaurant only for select items. Military ID required to redeem offer.

Chipotle – On Nov. 11, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., guests who order an entrée in restaurant and present a valid military ID will receive a second entrée for free. The promotion applies to Chipotle bowls, burritos, salads and taco entrees.

Circle K – On Nov. 11, veterans get one free medium hot or iced coffee. The one-day-only offer is available at participating U.S. locations, and customers can redeem theirs by showing a valid military ID at purchase.

Cracker Barrel – Veterans and Active Duty service members with valid ID get a free Sunrise Pancake Special.

Denny’s – Veterans and Active Duty military personnel receive a free Original Grand Slam Nov. 11 from 5 a.m. to 12 p.m. Must show a valid military ID or DD214.

Einstein Bros. Bagels – Veterans and Active Duty military get a free hot or iced coffee (any size) Nov. 11. Available in-bakery, through the mobile app or online using code FREECOFFEE. No purchase required.

Fazoli’s – Get a free spaghetti with marinara or meat sauce when dining in Nov. 11 with code VET25. Must present a valid military ID or wear a military uniform.

Firehouse Subs – Active Duty personnel and veterans can enjoy any size sub and receive a second sub for free with military ID.

Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers – Veterans and Active Duty military who visit Nov. 11 will receive a free Freddy’s Combo meal card. No purchase is necessary to receive this special offer. Cards may be redeemed through Dec. 31, 2025.

Golden Corral – Veterans and Active Duty military get a complimentary meal of their choice (up to $12 off their order with proof of service). For dine-in, carry out or drive thru.

Hooters – This Veterans Day, Hooters offers a free menu item. Veterans can choose from 10 original wings, cheeseburger, buffalo chicken sandwich, or chicken Caesar sale, free with a drink purchase.

IHOP – Veterans and Active Duty military get free Red, White and Blueberry pancakes or pancake combo Nov. 11. Dine-in only, at participating restaurants nationwide.

Little Caesar’s – On Veterans Day, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., veterans and active military can enjoy a complimentary lunch combo, which includes four slices of Little Caesars signature Detroit style Deep Dish pizza and a 20 oz. Pepsi beverage.

Logan’s Roadhouse – Veterans and Active Duty military members get a free meal from the Veterans Day menu from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Mission BBQ – Veterans get a free sandwich Nov. 11.

Olive Garden – On Veterans Day, Olive Garden will offer each veteran and current member of the military who dines in a free entrée from a special menu. Simply show proof of military service.

Outback Steakhouse – Outback is offering a free Aussie 3-course meal with valid military ID when dining in on Nov. 10 and 11 (select entrees only).

Red Robin – Veterans and Active Duty guests can enjoy a complimentary Red’s Big Tavern Burger and bottomless side when dining in at participating restaurants.

Ruby Tuesday – Retired and Active Duty military personnel can enjoy a free Garden Bar Entrée or Free Garden Bar add-on Nov. 11. Must show valid ID.

Scooter’s Coffee – Veterans get a free medium drink of their choice with valid military ID. Valid in-store only.

Smoothie King – Active Duty and veterans can enjoy a free 20 oz. smoothie at participating locations nationwide – no purchase necessary. This offer is available noon to 3 p.m. and includes Strawberry X-Treme, Slim-N-Trim Vanilla and Blueberry Heaven.

Sonny’s BBQ – Veterans and Active Duty get a free Pork Big Deal Nov. 11.

Starbucks – The coffee chain is offering veterans, service members and military spouses a free tall (12 oz.) brewed coffee (hot or iced) Nov. 11.

Texas Roadhouse – Veterans and military members can get a free Texas Roadhouse meal voucher Nov. 11, redeemable in-restaurant or for carry-out through May 30, 2026.

Village Inn – Military personnel can enjoy a free 2-2-2 breakfast. If ordering online, guests can use code VETERANS25 to redeem this offer.

Wendy’s – Veterans and current military personnel can enjoy a free breakfast combo, no purchase required, during breakfast hours Nov. 11.

Wings and Rings – Veterans and Active Duty service members can receive a free lunch Nov. 11. Dine-in only.

For more discounts and deals related to Veterans Day, visit https://www.military.com/veterans-day/restaurants-veterans-day-military-discounts.html.