Every year, Americans celebrate Veterans Day to honor veterans and active-duty military members for the sacrifices they’ve made for our country.
This year, the occasion falls on Wednesday, Nov. 11, and many many restaurants are offering active-duty members of the military and veterans a free or discounted meal, coffee or dessert to show their appreciation.
Below, we’ve rounded up a list of some of the many deals you can find at chain restaurants on Veterans Day.
7 Brew
7 Brew is giving veterans 50% off any drink all day on Nov. 11.
Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza & Wings
Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza & Wings is giving veterans and active-duty military members 10% off their dine-in purchase with a valid military ID on Nov. 11.
Applebee’s
Applebee’s is giving active-duty military, veterans, Reserves and National Guard members a free full-sized entrée from a special holiday menu while dining in on Nov. 11.
These customers will also get a $5 Bounce Back Card that can be redeemed for their next dine-in, to go or delivery order through Nov. 29.
Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar
Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar is giving veterans and active-duty service members a free BD’s All-American Burger with cheese and a classic side on Nov. 11 between 11 a.m. — 4 p.m. The offer is valid when you dine in and show a valid military ID or proof of service.
Baya Bar
Baya Bar is giving veterans and active-duty military members a free smoothie on the holiday.
BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse
BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse is giving current and former military members a free Chocolate Chunk Pizookie when they dine in on Veterans Day.
Blaze Pizza
Participating Blaze Pizza locations will offer veterans andactive-duty military personnel a free one-topping pizza on the holiday.
Bubbakoo’s Burritos
Bubbakoo’s Burritos is offering veterans and active-duty military members a free chicken or beef burrito or bowl when they show a valid military ID and order in restaurant on Nov. 11.
Buffalo Wild Wings
Buffalo Wild Wings is giving veterans and active-duty military members 10 free boneless wings plus fries when they dine in and show proof of service at participating Buffalo Wild Wings sports bars locations on Nov. 11. The same offer is valid for walk-in orders with a $5 minimum purchase at participating Buffalo Wild Wings GO locations.
All year long, Buffalo Wild Wings also offers active-duty military, veterans and first responders at 15% discount at participating locations.
California Pizza Kitchen
Veterans and active-duty service members who dine in at participating California Pizza Kitchen locations on Nov. 11 can get a free entrée and beverage from a special prix fixe menu.
They will also score a buy one, get one bounce back card that’s valid for a pizza, pasta or salad (of equal or lesser value) when they buy any pizza, pasta or salad on a future visit between Nov. 12 — 25.
Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen
Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen is offering veterans and active-duty military members a free appetizer or dessert on Nov. 11.
Chili’s
Chili’s is giving all veterans and active-duty military personnel a free entrée (beverages and gratuity not included) when they dine in at any location on Nov. 11. They can choose from the following meals: Oldtimer with Cheese and Fries, Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadillas, Three-Count Chicken Crispers and Soup with Side Salad.
Condado Tacos
Veterans who show a valid military ID at Condado Tacos on Nov. 11 can get a free taco with a purchase of equal or greater value.
Cracker Barrel
Veterans and active-duty military members who show a valid military ID can get a free Sunrise Pancake Special at participating Cracker Barrel locations on Nov. 11.
Dave & Buster’s
Dave & Buster’s is running the following Veterans Day deals:
- Free unlimited gameplay for veterans and active-duty military members with a valid military or veteran ID
- Free dessert with the purchase of an entrée
- Half-price games for all customers
- Veterans and active-duty military members also get a 15% off discount on food and non-alcoholic beverages all year
Denny’s
Participating Denny’s locations are giving active, nonactive and retired military personnel a free Original Grand Slam on Nov. 11 between 5 a.m. — noon local time while supplies last. A valid military ID or DD-214 is required and the beverage is not included.
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is giving military veterans and active-duty personnel a free Pulled Pork Sandwich on Nov. 11. The offer is valid on dine-in or carryout orders with a valid military ID.
Dog Haus
On Nov. 11, Dog Haus is giving veterans a free entree when they dine in and show proof of service.
Einstein Bros. Bagels
Veterans and active-duty military members can get a free coffee (any size, hot or iced) and any bagel bagel with any shmear at participating Einstein Bros. Bagels locations on Nov. 11. Simply mention the offer while ordering in bakery.
Fazoli’s
Veterans and military members can get a free Spaghetti with Marinara or Meat Sauce on Nov. 11 at participating Fazoli’s locations with proof of veteran or military status and with the code VET26. There’s no purchase required.
Firehouse Subs
Veterans and active-duty military members who show a valid ID can take advantage of an offer to buy any sub (any size) and get one free at participating Firehouse Subs restaurants on Nov. 11.
Ford’s Garage
Ford’s Garage is giving military veterans and active-duty service members a free American Standard Burger entrée or up to $16 off any other entrée at participating restaurants on Nov. 11. To take advantage of the dine-in offer, customers need to show a valid state or federal service ID.
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
Veterans and current military personnel who visit participating Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers locations on Nov. 11 will get a free Freddy’s Combo meal card that can be redeemed through Nov. 25. A valid military or veteran ID is required.
Golden Corral
Current U.S. service members, retired military and veterans can enjoy a free buffet and beverage at Golden Corral on Nov. 11 between 4 p.m. — close. No military ID is required.
Good Times
Good Times is running the following Veterans Day deal: free Deluxe Cheeseburger Combo with a valid military ID in stores and at the drive-thru.
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria
Military members can save 15% off all year long at Grimaldi’s Pizzeria, but they can save 25% on Veterans Day when they show a valid military ID.
Grumpy’s Restaurant
Veterans and active-duty military members can save 25% off their order on the holiday.
Hard Rock Cafes
Hard Rock Cafe is offering active and retired military members a free Classic Smashed Burger on Nov. 11 when they show a valid ID. They can also combine the offer with the chain’s 15% military discount.
Hawaiian Bros
Hawaiian Bros is offering active-duty military members and veterans a free Classic Plate Lunch on Nov. 11.
Honey Dew
Honey Dew is giving veterans a free coffee (any size) on Veterans Day.
Hooters
Active-duty and retired military members can get a free meal from a special Veterans Day menu when they purchase a beverage at participating Hooters locations nationwide (dine-in only) on Nov. 11.
Hot Dog on a Stick
Hot Dog on a Stick is giving veterans and active-duty military members a free 16-ounce Original Lemonade on Nov. 11 at participating locations with a valid military ID.
Hurricane Grill & Wings
Veterans and active-duty military members can get a free entrée while dining in at participating Hurricane Grill & Wings locations on Nov. 11 when they show proof of veteran or military status. They can choose from 10 Bone-In or Boneless Wings, Beer-Battered Fish & Chips, a Steakburger, Chicken Caesar Salad, Buttermilk Crispy Chicken Sandwich or Chicken BLT Tacos.
IHOP
Between 7 a.m. — 7 p.m. on Nov. 11, IHOP will offer veterans and active-duty service members a free Red, White, and Blueberry Pancake Combo at participating restaurants. The offer is valid while dining in and requires proof of service.
In-N-Out
In-N-Out Burger is offering veterans, active-duty military, reserves and National Guard members a free meal, including any burger, fries and beverage when they present proof of service on Veterans Day.
Juice It Up!
Juice It Up! is offering veterans and active-duty service members a free medium Classic Smoothie in stores on Nov. 11 when they show proof of service.
Kona Grill
Veterans, active-duty military members, first responders and Gold Star families can get a free entrée with the purchase of a starter while dining in at Kona Grill on the holiday.
Krispy Kreme
Krispy Kreme is offering veterans and active-duty personnel a free small coffee (hot or iced) and a free doughnut of their choice on Nov. 11. The offer is valid in shops or at the drive-thru.
Little Caesars
Veterans and active-duty military members who show proof of service at Little Caesars on Nov. 11 can get a free lunch combo that comes with four slices of Detroit-Style deep dish pizza with pepperoni and one 20-ounce Pepsi-Cola product. The offer is valid between 11 a.m. — 2 p.m. while supplies last.
LongHorn Steakhouse
Veterans and active-duty military members can save 10% off their meal and score a free appetizer or dessert for their table with the purchase of an adult entrée at LongHorn Steakhouse on Nov. 11 while dining in or calling in an order.
MOD Pizza
Veterans and active-duty military members can save 50% off a regular-size pizza or salad at participating MOD Pizza locations on Nov. 11 when they show a valid military ID in restaurant.
Native Grill & Wings
Native Grill & Wings is offering veterans and active-duty military members who show proof of veteran/military status a free meal while dining in at participating locations on Nov. 11. They can choose from a half pound Stripper Combo, half pound Boneless Combo, #MyNative Burger with fries or Native Chicken Sandwich with fries.
Ninety Nine Restaurants & Pub
Ninety-Nine Restaurants & Pub is giving veterans and active-duty military members a free entrée during lunch hours (between opening — 4 p.m.) on Nov. 11 with the purchase of any other entrée. They can choose from a special holiday menu and simply need to show a military ID to redeem the offer.
Noodles & Company
Just in time for Veterans Day, Noodles & Company rewards members can take advantage of a buy-one, get-one-50%-off ramen deal through Nov. 14.
Old Chicago Pizza + Taproom
Old Chicago Pizza + Taproom is offering veterans and active-duty military members a free meal from a special Veterans Day menu. The dine-in offer is valid when you show proof of military service.
Olive Garden
Olive Garden is offering military members who dine in on Nov. 11 a free entrée from a special menu.
Outback Steakhouse
On Nov. 10 and 11, Outback Steakhouse is offering the following Veterans Day deals:
- Free Bloomin’ Onion and beverage: Military service members and veterans can get a free Bloomin’ Onion and a Coca-Cola beverage or domestic draft beer. There’s no purchase or military ID required.
- Free Hero’s Meal for a future visit: Military guests who also happen to be rewards members can get a free Hero’s Meal reward (redeemable Nov. 16, 2026 — May 2, 2027) when they dine in and order the Bloom & Bevvy on Nov. 10 or 11.
Paris Baguette
In honor of Veterans Day, Paris Baguette is offering customers a free medium hot or iced coffee with any purchase (no ID required).
Peter Piper Pizza
At Peter Piper Pizza, veterans get a 10% discount all year long with a valid military ID.
PJ’s Coffee
PJ’s Coffee is offering veterans and active-duty military members a free 16-ounce hot coffee or cold brew in stores on Veterans Day.
Playa Bowls
Veterans and active-duty or retired military personnel can save 50% off bowls at Playa Bowls on Nov. 11 when they show a valid military ID.
Red Robin
Red Robin is giving a free meal to veterans and active-duty military members on Nov. 11 at participating locations when they dine in and present a valid military ID.
Ruby Tuesday
Veterans and all active-duty, Reserve and National Guard service members can get a free Everyday Fresh Meal at Ruby Tuesday on Veterans Day when they show proof of military service. The offer is valid for dine-in at participating locations.
Shake Shack
Participating Shake Shack locations are giving active-duty military personnel and veterans a free ShackBurger on Nov. 11 while supplies last. A valid military ID or proof of service is required.
Sheetz
Sheetz is giving veterans and active-duty military personnel a free meal (half turkey sub and a regular size fountain drink) on Nov. 11. At participating locations, they can also get a free car wash with proof of service.
Smashburger
Veterans and active-duty military members who present a valid military ID can get a free All-American Single Smash or Americana Big Dog in-restaurant at participating Smashburger locations on Nov. 11.
Smoothie King
Smoothie King is giving veterans and active-duty military personnel a free 20-ounce smoothie from noon to 3 p.m. local time on Nov. 11 with a valid military ID. They can choose from the following three flavors: Strawberry X-Treme, Blueberry Heaven or Vanilla Slim-N-Trim.
Taco John’s
Taco John’s rewards members who also happen to be active-duty or retired military members/veterans can score a free small Beef Crispy or Softshell Taco Combo in the chain’s app.
TCBY
TCBY is giving veterans six ounces of free frozen yogurt on Nov. 11.
TGI Fridays
TGI Fridays is giving veterans with a valid military ID a free meal at participating U.S. locations on Nov. 11 when they dine in between 11 a.m. — 7 p.m.
Twin Peaks
Twin Peaks is giving veterans and active-duty military members a free entrée on Veterans Day. They can choose from five different meals.
Wendy’s
Wendy’s is giving veterans and active-duty military members a free Dave’s Single on Nov. 11 (no purchase necessary) at participating U.S. restaurants in restaurants or at the drive-thru. The offer isn’t valid in a combo or with any other promotions.
Whataburger
Whataburger is giving active-duty military members and veterans a free Taquito on Nov. 11 until 11 a.m. local time when they present a valid military ID. The single-use offer is available at participating locations and can’t be redeemed online or in the chain’s app.
White Castle
Veterans and active-duty service members who show a valid military ID can get a free individual combo meal or a breakfast combo meal on Veterans Day while dining in at participating White Castle locations.
Yard House
Yard House is giving veterans and active-duty military members a free appetizer on Nov. 11.
