2025 Veterans Day Free Meals and Deals
Here is a roundup of all the amazing freebies and Deals that you can score on Veterans Day that is, November 11, 2025.
Applebee’s
For the 18th consecutive year, Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar will honor veterans and active members of the United States military by offering each a free meal at any of the nearly 2,000 Applebee’s restaurants in the U.S. on Veterans Day, November 11. Veterans and active duty military simply show proof of military service. Limit 1 meal per veteran or active duty military. Dine-in only. For more details and the entrees available, see the Applebee’s Veterans Day Announcement.
BIGGBY Coffee
Active duty military and veterans can get any 16 oz beverage for only $1.99 on Veterans Day from Biggby Coffee. Talk about a pick-me-up!
Bob Evans Restaurants
Bob Evans Restaurants is celebrating Veterans Day by offering the choice of one farm-fresh dish from seven choices to veterans and active duty military personnel on Veterans Day. Guests wishing to enjoy one free meal on Veterans Day must provide proof of service.
Bombshells
Veterans can get a free entree on Veterans Day at all Bombshells locations in Houston, Dallas, Austin and San Antonio. Active service members and accompanying family members in the group can get a 20% discount. Bring valid military ID as proof of service. Here’s more info from their website.
Bubbakoo’s Burritos
Bubbakoo’s Burritos is offering a free Taco Trio for in-restaurant orders at all locations nationwide on November 11. Bring a valid military ID to show your cashier.
Casey’s
Casey’s is offering any size complimentary coffee or fountain drink to all veterans, active duty military personnel and on-duty, uniformed first responders – including law enforcement, fire and EMS – on Veterans Day. Get a free car wash with it, too, in locations where that’s available. Here’s a press release with the details.
Chili’s
Veterans and active duty military get a free entree at Chili’s restaurants on Veterans Day. Choose from a special menu with four choices on Veterans Day, November 11:
- Oldtimer with Cheese and Fries
- Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadillas
- 3-Count Chicken Crispers
- Soup with Side Salad
Chipotle
Veterans can buy one entree and get one free from Chipotle on November 11 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. local time, with a valid military ID as proof of service. They posted the news in this press release.
Claim Jumper
Veterans and active duty military can get a free meal at Claim Jumper on Monday, November 11. The options include the BBQ Chicken Salad, Classic Cheeseburger, Black Tie Chicken Pasta, Meatloaf & Mashed Potatoes, Country Fried Steak, and Southern Fried Chicken.
Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
On November 11, veterans, active-duty military members, and their spouses can head to The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf for a Free Regular Sized Drink with proof of military ID at participating locations.
Cousins Subs
At Cousins Subs, active duty military and veterans with a valid ID can get a free 7.5 inch sub on Veterans Day. Here’s a press release with the details.
Cracker Barrel
Cracker Barrel has a free Sunrise Pancake Special for veterans and active duty service members on November 11 with valid proof of service. Also, the Military Menu special they normally run will have extended hours. Here’s a message with more details.
Dave & Buster’s
Get a free entree up to a $20 value plus a free $10 Power Card at Dave & Buster’s from November 10 – 11. Mention this offer here and bring a valid military ID.
Denny’s
Denny’s is offering a free meal on Veterans Day from 5 AM (or open time if later) til 12 PM. At participating locations nationwide, diners with a valid military ID can receive a complimentary Original Grand Slam, which includes four breakfast items such as fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes, eggs cooked to order, sizzling bacon strips, buttermilk biscuits, and hash browns. Here is a Denny’s press release with the information. This offer is for dine-in orders only.
Dickey’s
Veterans and active duty military can buy one Pulled Pork Sandwich and get one free on Veterans Day from Dickey’s. You’ll need to show a valid military or veteran ID.
Duffy’s Sports Grill
Veterans and active duty service members eat free at Duffy’s Sports Grill on November 11. Also, active duty service members can get 40% off of food purchases, everyday. Go to the Duffy’s website for more info.
Farmer Boys
Farmer Boys will offer a $4 Big Cheese burger to all veterans and active duty military personnel on Veteran’s Day. They sent this press release with the details.
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill has a BOGO for the military on November 11. Veterans and active military get a free entree with the purchase of another meal. Firebirds announced the Veterans Day deal in this message.
Ford’s Garage
Ford’s Garage will offer all U.S. veterans and active-duty military a free American Standard Burger or up to $15 off the entrée of their choice. Bring proof of service and show it to your server.
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
Active duty military and veterans can visit Freddy’s on November 11 for a card valid for a free Original Double with Cheese meal. Freddy’s put the news up in this press release. You can redeem the card through December 31.
Golden Corral
Golden Corral announced a Military Appreciation Night for all active-duty military servicemen and veterans on November 11th from 4 P.M. to close at all locations. Military personnel will receive a free Thank You Dinner in the form of a buffet and beverage. For more details see the Golden Corral Military Appreciation Page.
Hickory Tavern
Get a free entree at Hickory Tavern on November 11 with choices like a Tavern Burger, Fish & Chips, and more.
IHOP
IHOP Restaurants nationwide will again serve a complimentary stack of patriotic Red, White & Blue Pancakes on Veterans Day. Veterans and active duty military can enjoy three of IHOP restaurant’s Buttermilk Pancakes with glazed strawberries, blueberry compote and whipped topping. The offer is dine-in only. IHOP posted the details on its website.
In-N-Out Burger
Veterans and active duty military can get a free Burger, Fries and Drink at In-N-Out Burger on November 11. Mention the offer they posted online here and bring proof of service.
Kobe
Get up to $25 off a regular priced entree with any other purchase at Kobe on Veterans Day with a valid proof of service. Here are the offer details on their website.
Kona Grill
All veterans and active duty military get a free entree at Kona Grill on November 11, up to a $49 value! Kona Grill has the details up on its website.
Krispy Kreme
Krispy Kreme has a free doughnut & small coffee for all veterans and active military personnel on Veterans Day with a valid proof of service. The chain announced the Veterans Day deal here.
Shane’s Rib Shack
Shane’s Rib Shack will have a Slow-Smoked BBQ Pork or Chopped BBQ Chicken Plate free for veterans and active duty service members on November 11 with valid proof of service. Check the Shane’s Rib Shack website here to learn more.
Shoney’s
Unlike many other deals here, this one’s for breakfast! Shoney’s will thank our nation’s veterans and troops with a free Breakfast Buffet Veterans Day from open until 11 AM. If you’re not feeling breakfast foods, you can get an All-American Burger instead. Shoney’s put the offer out in this press release. Start at Shoney’s for free breakfast, then free lunch and dinner elsewhere!
Sonny’s BBQ
Sonny’s BBQ is offering free BBQ to veterans or active-duty military personnel on November 11. Get one free Pork Sandwich per active military or veteran with a valid ID. The chain announced the Veterans Day deal on their website. You need to verify your identity online by November 9 to get the offer sent to you.
Starbucks
Veterans and active duty military can get a free Tall Hot or Iced Coffee from Starbucks on Veterans day with proof of service. Starbucks sent this press release with the offer.
TCBY
TCBY has a free frozen yogurt for veterans on Veterans Day. Get a 6 oz froyo free with ID. Good for active military and veterans. They posted the announcement on the TCBY Facebook page. Free Froyo!
Texas de Brazil
Veterans and active duty military with a valid ID can get 15% off a regular dinner and lunch for up to four guests per table at Texas de Brazil from November 10 – 13, Sunday – Thursday. Here’s a message with the details.
Tijuana Flats
Veterans and active duty military with valid ID can get 50% off an entree at Tijuana Flats on Veterans Day. Show a valid military ID when you order.
Twin Peaks
Twin Peaks is offering a free Veteran’s Day Lunch from 11 AM – 3 PM where veterans and active-duty military personnel can get a free meal from a select menu. Here’s a press release with the details.
Wayback Burgers
10% off all online sales on Veterans Day will be donated to the Tunnel To Towers Foundation in honor of Veterans Day, according to their social media channels.
Wendy’s
Wendy’s is offering a free small breakfast combo to all veterans and active military on November 11. Bring a valid military ID or Veterans Advantage card with you to redeem the offer during normal breakfast hours. Wendy’s sent this message with the news.
Wienerschnitzel
All veterans and active duty military in uniform or with valid ID can get a free Chili Dog, Small Fries and Pepsi at Wienerschnitzel on November 11. They have the offer details up on their homepage.
Yard House
Get a free appetizer from Yard House on Veterans Day with valid proof of service. Go to the Yard House website here to see your options.
Yogurtland
On November 11, veterans and active-duty military can enjoy 15% off in-store at participating Yogurtland locations with a valid military ID
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