Veterans Day Deals: Free food for veterans and active-duty military

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As the nation celebrates its military service members, many restaurants are giving back this Veteran’s Day to those who served for the country.

  • Scooter’s Coffee: Offering free medium drink to anyone with a valid Military ID. In-store only on Wednesday, Nov. 11.
  • Golden Corral: Offering free buffet and beverage to current U.S. service members, retired military and veterans on Wednesday, Nov. 11 from 4 p.m. to close.
  • Bubba’s 33: Offering free lunch to veterans and active U.S. military members on Wednesday, Nov. 11 until 4 p.m. Veterans and military members can choose from one of six entrees including a classic cheeseburger, bacon burger, bacon chicken mac-n-cheese, grilled chicken salad, chicken tender salad, or any 12-inch pizza. Proof of service required.
  • Pie-Squared Pizza House: Veterans and active military eat free on Wednesday, Nov. 11 at Pie-Squared Pizza House, located inside Northpark Pickleball.
  • S&B Burger Joint: Veterans, active, and retired military can enjoy a free burger, fries, and a Coca-Cola. Proof of service required when ordering.
  • Applebee’s: All U.S. veterans and active-duty military can receive their choice of one of seven entrees including 6 oz. top sirloin, classic bacon cheeseburger, chicken tenders platter, double crunch shrimp, fiesta lime chicken, oriental chicken salad, and three-cheese chicken penne. Dine-in only.
  • Chili’s: All veterans and active military members can get a free meal on Veteran’s Day. Available in-restaurant only for select items.
  • Denny’s: Free Original Grand Salm from 5 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Nov. 11 for veteran’s and active-duty military. Military ID is required.
  • Red Lobster: Veterans and active-duty military and reservists receive a free order of shrimp and chips on Nov. 11.
  • Chipotle: Active-duty U.S. service members and veterans with valid proof of eligibility can receive their choice of free chips and dip with a $5 in-restaurant purchase.
  • Freddy’s Frozen Custard: All veterans and active military personnel will receive a free Freddy’s combo meal card. Meals may be redeemed through Nov. 25.
  • Starbucks: Veterans, military service members and military spouses can enjoy a free tall brewed coffee for free.
  • IHOP: On Nov. 11, veterans receive a free Red, White & Blueberry Pancake Combo.
  • Red Robin: Veterans can receive a free Red’s Big Tavern Burger with bottomless fries. Proof of service required.
  • Torchy’s Tacos: Veterans and active-duty military members get a free taco and drink on Nov. 11. Proof of service is required.
  • Mission BBQ: Veterans receive a free sandwich.
  • The Melting Pot: All veterans get a free 4 course fondue meal with the purchase of another through Thursday.
  • Smashburger: Veterans and active-duty military members can receive a free All-American Smash single or a free Americana Big Dog with a valid ID. Offer valid in-restaurant only.
  • Twin Peaks: On Wednesday, veterans and service members receive a free meal.
  • Alfredo’s Mexican Cafe: All veterans eat free all day on Wednesday.
  • Cracker Barrel: Veterans and active-duty military will receive a free sunrise pancake special. Any proof of military service is accepted. Valid for dine-in only.
  • Dave & Busters: Veterans and active-duty military can get free all day unlimited game play and a free dessert with purchase of an entree. Available 11/11 with valid military ID. Dine-in only.
  • Firehouse Subs: Veterans and active-duty military can get a buy one, get one free deal on sandwiches. Offer is valid in-store only and with a valid military ID.
  • Hooters: Veterans can choose from a free entree like 10 wings, cheeseburger, buffalo chicken sandwich, or a chicken Caesar salad with the purchase of a drink. Proof of service is required, and offer is valid for dine-in only.
  • Little Caesars: Little Caesars is giving away one Hot-N-Ready lunch combo to each veteran or active member of the military who comes into a participating store between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Mention the offer with a proof of service at the counter before 2 p.m. on Wednesday.
  • Logan’s Roadhouse: Veterans and active military eat free from a special menu between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Wednesday. Beverage is not included.
  • Main Event: Veterans and active-duty military can enjoy a free double cheeseburger with fries and 30 minutes of game play on Nov. 11. Dine-in only and must present a valid or retired military ID to redeem.
  • Outback Steakhouse: On Nov. 10 and Nov. 11, veterans will receive a free Bloomin Onion and a draft beer or soda with the purchase of an entree.
  • Shake Shack: Veterans and active-duty military with a military ID or proof of service can enjoy a ShackBurger for free. Only valid in-store.
  • Texas Roadhouse: Texas Roadhouse will give free meal vouchers to veterans and active-duty military on Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vouchers can be redeemed through May 2027. Proof of military service required.
  • Chick-fil-A: Show your veteran ID and enjoy a free Original Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Clark Crew BBQ: Veterans and active-duty service members will receive a free BBQ sandwich with chips. Dine-in only.