Free Meals And Deals For Veterans

As Veterans Day approaches, it is time to get excited for free meals from restaurants and companies as they announce their Veterans Day specials. Typically most announce a week to days before.

Applebee’s. At participating Applebee’s on Nov. 11, veterans and active-duty military can select a free meal from a limited menu for Veterans Day. Provide proof of service required.

Bar Louie. On Nov. 11, 2015 every Bar Louie location across the country will offer veterans and military personnel a free meal up to a $12 value when they show valid military ID or other proof of service.

Bob Evans. On Veterans Day, veterans and active military personnel will receive a choice of free select breakfast menu items (stack of hotcakes, Fresh Baked Brioche French Toast, Sunrise Breakfast, Country Biscuit Breakfast, Mini Sampler Breakfast) at its restaurants. All these honored servicemen and women need do is show proof of service, including US Uniformed Services (current or retired) Identification Card, a current Leave & Earnings Statement, or a veterans’ organization card (American Legion or VFW, for example). Guests wearing a military uniform on Veterans Day also are eligible.

Bonanza Steakhouse. All former and current military service men and women enjoy a free buffet (beverage not included) from 4 p.m. to close on Nov. 11, at all participating Bonanza Steakhouses.

California Pizza Kitchen. On Veterans Day, all veterans or active-duty military personnel will be able to select from a special Veterans Day menu including pizza, salads and pasta. Please come in uniform or bring your military ID or other proof of service.

Carrabba’s. All active and retired veterans receive a free appetizer at participating locations on Monday, Nov. 9 through Sunday, Nov. 15.

Chili’s. Veterans and active-duty military receive a free meal on Veterans Day from a special Veterans Day menu. Must show proof of military service.

Denny’s. On Nov. 11, all active, inactive and retired military personnel at all participating Denny’s restaurants nationwide will receive a free Build Your Own Grand Slam breakfast.

Friendly’s. Friendly’s is treating veterans and active military, with a valid military ID or honorable discharge card, to a free dine-in breakfast, lunch or dinner from select menus on Veterans Day. The breakfast choice is their Big-Two-Do’s® array of breakfast options, and the lunch and dinner option is the All American Burger with fries and a beverage (soda, iced tea or hot beverage).

Golden Corral. On Nov. 11, Golden Corral offers a free sit-in “thank you” dinner for military veterans, retirees, and active-duty members.

Grub Burger Bar. Veterans, retired military, and active-duty members with a military ID will receive 50% off of their meal, plus a free caramel apple shake for Veterans Day this year on Nov. 11.

Hoss’s Family Steak & Sea House. Hoss’s is serving up their “American Value” meals absolutely free for veterans on Nov. 11, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Valid ID is required.

IHOP. On Veterans Day, participating IHOP Restaurants around the nation will be honoring the brave men and women who have served, or are serving, in the United States military by offering them free Red, White & Blue pancakes. At some locations, the Red, White & Blue pancakes will be featured as part of a free combo plate including eggs, bacon and hashed browns.

Little Caesars. Free Crazy $5 HOT-N-READY lunch combo, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at participating Little Caesars Pizza locations for US veterans and active military on Nov. 11. Must present a valid military ID.

Longhorn Steakhouse. Receive a complimentary Texas Tonion appetizer and a non-alcoholic beverage on Nov. 11. Includes veterans and current service members.

Max & Erma’s. On Veterans Day, participating Max & Erma’s locations are celebrating veterans and active military personnel with a free three course combo.

McCormick & Schmick’s. On Sunday, Nov. 8, enjoy a complimentary entree. All veterans must show official verification. Entrees must be enjoyed at the restaurant.

Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt. On Veterans Day, all veterans and military personnel with a military ID or dressed in uniform will receive a free six-ounce frozen yogurt any time of day. Show a valid ID or be in uniform to receive.

Mission BBQ. Veterans and active-duty military will get a free sandwich and cake (while supplies last) on Veterans Day.

Olive Garden. On Wednesday, Nov. 11, all veterans and military active duty will receive a free meal including entrees, freshly baked garlic breadsticks and a choice of unlimited soup or salad.

On The Border. This Veterans Day, all veterans and active duty military will receive a free meal on Nov. 11. The meal is from the ”Create Your Own Combo menu,” which is a “choose 2” or “choose 3” menu (valued up to $10.79).

Outback Steakhouse. All active, retired military and veterans get a Free Bloomin’ Onion® and a beverage on Veterans Day. Must have valid identification. There is also a military discount of 15% off the total check Nov. 12-Dec. 31, 2015, valid for military members and their families.

Ponderosa Steakhouses. 4 p.m.-close, all former and current military service men and women enjoy a free buffet (beverage not included) from participating Ponderosa locations on Nov. 11. Contact your local Ponderosa for more details.

Red Lobster. Service members past and present receive a complimentary appetizer or dessert from a special menu. Proof of service required. Valid Monday, Nov. 9 through Thursday, Nov. 12.

Texas Roadhouse. Select from a free special veterans lunch menu including a beverage and sides.

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