Current and former military members are honored with free breakfast, lunch, dinner, appetizers and desserts.
Veterans Day is this Wednesday, Nov. 11. Parades, ceremonies and other observances will be held in communities around the state.
MilitaryWallet.com pulled together this list of offers from restaurants with locations in the area. New offers may also be available.
2015 Free or Discounted Veterans Day Meals
Applebee’s – free meal, Nov. 11
There will be 7 entrees from which to choose. Beverage and gratuity not included. Military ID or proof of service required.
Bob Evans, Nov. 11
Free all-you-can-eat hotcakes for active duty military and veterans with ID or proof of service
California Pizza Kitchen, Nov. 11
Choose a pizza, full size salad, or pasta from the special Veterans Day Menu. Dine-in only. Please come in uniform or bring your military I.D. or other proof of service.
Carraba’s, Monday Nov. 9 – Sunday Nov. 15
Free appetizer of your choice for active duty servicemembers and veterans. Military ID or proof of service required.
Cheeseburger in Paradise, Nov. 11
Free All-American Burger with fries with purchase of beverage and military ID or proof of service. Available to active military or veterans. Beverages and gratuity not included, dine-in only, and participating locations only
Chili’s – Free meal, Nov. 11
Chili’s is offering all military veterans past and present their choice of any lunch combo, or your choice of a dinner meal from a select menu. Beverages and gratuity not included. Veterans and active duty military simply show proof of military service.
Denny’s, Nov. 11
Free Build Your Own Grand Slam on Nov. 11, from 5 a.m. to noon for all active, inactive, and retired military personnel. Participating locations only. Please call ahead.
Friendly’s, Nov. 11
Free breakfast, lunch, or dinner with ID. Dine-in only. Limited to one per person. Offer available for active military and veterans with ID or discharge papers. Participating locations only.
Golden Corral – Free meal, Nov. 11, 5 – 9 pm
The 15th annual Golden Corral Military Appreciation dinner will is available to any person who has ever served in the United States Military. If you are a veteran, retired, currently serving, in the National Guard or Reserves, you are invited to participate in Golden Corral’s Military Appreciation dinner.
Hooters, Nov. 11
Hooters invites all veterans and current servicemen and women to enjoy a free meal from a select menu. Requires drink purchase. Only valid at participating locations
IHOP, Nov. 11 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Free Red, White and Blue pancakes, or Red, White and Blue pancakes combo plate including eggs, bacon and hashed browns. Participating locations only. Call ahead to verify participation
Little Caesars Pizza, Nov. 11
Free pizza or $5 HOT-N-READY Lunch Combo to all US Armed Forces veterans and active military members between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM. With proof of military service, at participating stores nationwide. Call ahead to verify participation.
McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurants – free lunch or dinner, Sunday Nov 8
Veterans will be able to choose a complimentary lunch or dinner entrée from a special menu. Veterans must provide proof of military service. Be sure to contact your local McCormick & Schmick’s as this is valid at participating restaurants only. Also, space is limited and reservations are highly recommended.
Menchie’s, Nov. 11
All veterans and current servicemembers will receive a free 6 oz. frozen yogurt on Veterans Day.
Olive Garden, Free entrée, Nov. 11
Offer good for veterans and active duty military; proof of service required. Guests that dine with a Veteran also receive 10% off of their bill as well.
On The Border, Nov. 11
Veterans and current servicemembers will receive a free choose 2 or choose 3 “Create Your Own Combo”. Dine-in only, proof of service required.
Outback Steakhouse, Nov. 11
Outback Steakhouse is honoring America’s military veterans by offering active duty military and veterans a free Bloomin’ Onion and a non-alcoholic beverage. This offer is available to Military Personnel and veterans with ID. Also receive 15% off your purchase from Nov. 12-Dec 31, 2015.
Primanti Bros, Nov. 11
Free Sandwich for veterans and active duty military. From 4 pm to close at participating locations
Red Lobster – Monday, Nov. 9 through Thursday, Nov. 12
Free Appetizer or Dessert during the week of Veterans Day with military ID or proof of service. Vets may choose from a select list of appetizers and desserts.
Red Robin, Nov. 11
Free Red’s Tavern Double and Bottomless Steak Fries for all Red Robin guests with a military ID or proof of service.
Sheetz, Nov. 11
Free lunch at participating locations. Free car wash also available at participating locations, proof of service required.
Starbucks, Nov. 11
Free tall brewed coffee for active duty, veterans, and their spouses. Participating stores only. Please call ahead.
Texas Roadhouse, Nov. 11
Free lunch event to honor the men and women of our armed forces. Choose from one of 10 free meals, plus sides and a soft drink, coffee, or tea. Offer good for All veterans – including all active, retired or former U.S. military. ID Required. Dine-in only. Call ahead to verify times and locations.
T.G.I. Friday’s, Nov. 11
Free lunch for all current military members and veterans from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Valid ID or proof of service required. Dine-on only at participating locations. Be sure to contact your local T.G.I Friday’s for details.
Uno Chicago Grill, Nov. 11
Free individual pizza or entrée with the purchase of a pizza or entrée of equal or greater value. Available for all active duty and veterans. No coupon necessary; proof of service required.
