What Restaurants Are Giving Veterans Free Meals?
As a token of appreciation for their service and sacrifice, many restaurants offer free meals to veterans on special days throughout the year. Here’s a comprehensive list of restaurants that provide free meals to veterans on certain dates.
General Mills Restaurants
- Cracker Barrel: Free breakfast on November 11th (Veterans Day)
- Denny’s: Free Grand Slam breakfast on November 11th (Veterans Day)
- IHOP: Free Red, White, and Blue Pancakes on November 11th (Veterans Day)
- Applebee’s: Free meal from a limited menu on November 11th (Veterans Day)
Fast Food and Casual Dining Chains
- Starbucks: Free tall brewed coffee on November 11th (Veterals Day)
- TGI Fridays: Free lunch or dinner on November 11th (Veterans Day)
- Red Lobster: Free meal on November 11th (Veterans Day)
- Olive Garden: Free meal on November 11th (Veterans Day)
- Chili’s: Free meal on November 11th (Veterans Day)
- Outback Steakhouse: Free dessert on November 11th (Veterans Day)
Other Restaurants
- BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse: Free entree on November 11th (Veterans Day)
- Ponderosa Steakhouse: Free meal on November 11th (Veterans Day)
- Ruby Tuesday: Free meal on November 11th (Veterans Day)
- Red Robin: Free Red’s Tavern Double burger on November 11th (Veterans Day)
Other Benefits for Veterans
In addition to the free meals listed above, some restaurants offer other benefits to veterans, including:
- 10% discount: Many restaurants offer a 10% discount on food purchases to veterans every day, not just on special dates. Some examples include:
- Pizza chains: Domino’s, Papa John’s, and Marco’s Pizza offer a 10% discount to veterans.
- Subs and sandwiches: Subway and Jimmy John’s offer a 10% discount to veterans.
- Dining chains: Texas Roadhouse, Buffalo Wild Wings, and Olive Garden offer a 10% discount to veterans.
- Free desserts: Some restaurants offer free desserts to veterans, such as:
- The Cheesecake Factory: Free dessert on November 11th (Veterans Day)
- Ben & Jerry’s: Free cone or cup on November 11th (Veterans Day)
How to Claim Your Free Meal
To claim your free meal at any of the restaurants listed above, you’ll typically need to:
- Show proof of military service: Bring a copy of your military ID, DD Form 214 (discharge paperwork), or other documentation showing your military service.
- Tell the server or manager: Inform your server or the restaurant manager that you’re a veteran and would like to take advantage of the free meal offer.
- Choose from a limited menu: Some restaurants may have a limited menu for free meal options, so be sure to ask your server about the options available.
Table: Free Meal Offers for Veterans
| Restaurant | Date | Meal/Discount |
|---|---|---|
| Cracker Barrel | Nov 11th | Free breakfast |
| Denny’s | Nov 11th | Free Grand Slam breakfast |
| IHOP | Nov 11th | Free Red, White, and Blue Pancakes |
| Applebee’s | Nov 11th | Free meal (limited menu) |
| Starbuck’s | Nov 11th | Free tall brewed coffee |
| TGI Fridays | Nov 11th | Free lunch or dinner |
| Red Lobster | Nov 11th | Free meal |
| Olive Garden | Nov 11th | Free meal |
| Chili’s | Nov 11th | Free meal |
| Outback Steakhouse | Nov 11th | Free dessert |
Remember to always call ahead and confirm the details of the free meal offer with the restaurant, as dates and menus may change from year to year. Happy dining, veterans!
