Veterans Day 2024: Food Freebies for Veterans and Active Duty Personnel - Part I

Veterans Day is coming! And businesses across the country are announcing ways to honor and support active U.S. military, veterans, and their loved ones on Veterans Day. Publishing the WeSalute Directory of “Veterans Day Deals, Discounts, & Freebies” has become a popular annual tradition.

We’ll be updating our list, so visit often!

Please note: You’ll need to present a military ID, such as the WeSalute+ Card, to take advantage of most of these special discounts. We encourage you to call ahead to ensure your location is participating in a Veterans Day discount or freebie. 

Have your WeSalute+ Card already? Then explore these great restaurant and retail discounts and freebies for Veterans Day 2024. And for year-round access to exclusive deals and even deeper discounts, discover the benefits of WeSalute+ in our Marketplace.

Restaurants

Applebee’s: On November 11, Veterans and active-duty military receive a free meal from a limited menu at participating Applebee’s locations. Dine-in only. Not only do veterans and active-duty eat free, you will also receive a $5 Bounce Back Card for a future visit within a 3-week redemption window. Visit Applebee's website or your local restaurant for details.

Biscuit Belly:Veterans Eat Free on November 11 with their choice of Bacon Egg & Cheese, Sausage Egg & Cheese, or a Chicken Biscuit Sandwich and a hot drip coffee or fountain drink. All Biscuit Belly locations are participating in this, dine in only offer. Feel free to show your WeSalute+ Card for proof of service. Learn more about Biscuit Belly- Honoring Our Heroes

Bj’s Restaurant & Brewhouse: On November 11, veterans and active duty service members may dine-in at their local Bj’s and enjoy a complimentary Chocolate Chunk Pizookie. Additionally for dine-in or takeout you will receive a free appetizer coupon for your use between November 12 - December 31 with no minimum food purchase required.

Bob Evans Restaurant: On November 11 veterans and active duty service members may receive a free meal from a select menu at their local Bob Evans restaurant. Please visit the Bob Evans website to view the special veterans day menu.

Bruegger’s Bagels: On November 11, Veterans can get a free hot or iced coffee with the purchase of any food item. 

Buffalo Wild Wings: On November 11, all past and present armed services members can enjoy 10 free boneless wings and fries by showing a valid ID or WeSalute+ ID Card. This offer is only available for dine-in orders, orders placed via a Buffalo Wild Wings GO location, or walk-in orders placed at the counter. 

CentraArchy Restaurants: On November 11, veterans and active duty service members may visit their local CentraArchy Restaurant to enjoy 50% off of their entree. Participating CentraArchy Restaurants include California Dreaming, Carolina Roadhouse, Chophouse ’47, Chophouse New Orleans, Joey D’s Oak Room, and New York Prime. 

Charleys Cheesesteaks: For Veterans Day, Charleys Cheesesteaks is giving back to those who have given so much for our country by offering a special token of gratitude - a free regular-sized Gourmet Fry - for active-duty military members and veterans with a valid ID or WeSalute+ Card ID. This offer is available on November 11, for domestic in-store orders only (excluding AAFES locations). No purchase necessary. 

Chili’s Grill & Bar – On November 11, All veterans & active military members can get a free meal at all participating Chili's Grill & Bar restaurants. Available for dine-in only on select items. Please call ahead to your local Chili's restaurant if you have any questions about your Veterans Day meals.

Claim Jumper Steakhouse & Bar: On November 11, veterans and active duty service members can choose a free meal from a select menu. The menu includes: BBQ Chicken Salad, Classic Cheeseburger, Black Tie Chicken Pasta, Meatloaf & Mashed potatoes, Country Fried Steak, and Southern Fried Chicken. 

Denny’s: On November 11, Denny's will be offering veterans and active-duty military personnel a free Original Grand Slam breakfast from 5 a.m. until noon. Available with a valid military ID.

Dunkin': On November 11, in an effort to thank those who have dedicated their lives to protecting our country, Dunkin' is offering active and retired military a free donut for Veterans Day. This offer is available in-store only, no ID required, and limited to one per guest while supplies last. Not available for orders placed using the On-the-Go Mobile Ordering through the Dunkin' Mobile App. 

Farmer Boys: On November 11, Farmer Boys is offering a free Big Cheese Burger to all veterans and active duty military personnel. This deal is valid with proof of service and limited to one FREE Big Cheese® per service member. It is only valid at participating locations, while supplies last, and cannot be combined with any other discounts, coupons, or advertised specials. The deal is not valid on delivery or mobile ordering.

Firebirds: Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is offering a free lunch or dinner to veterans or active duty service members you dine-in with on November 10. (Free entree equal or less than your purchase.)

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill: Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is offering a free lunch or dinner to veterans or active duty service members you dine-in with on Friday November 10. (Free entree equal or less than your purchase.)

Freddy’s: On November 11, Freddy’s is giving all veterans and active duty service members a FREE Freddy’s Original Double with Cheese combo meal card. No purchase is necessary to receive this special offer. Cards may be redeemed through December 31, 2024.

Funky Chunky: As a veteran-owned company, Funky Chunky is proud to offer a 25% discount as a token of gratitude for those who have served our country!

Gold Star: On November 11, veterans and active duty service members may visit Gold Star to receive a complimentary meal of their choice (valued up to $12). 

Golden Corral: On November 11, Golden Corral is honoring veterans, active duty service members, reserve, and national guard members with Military Appreciation night. On this night veterans, active duty service members, reserve, and national guard members may dine-in and enjoy a complimentary meal from 5 PM to close.

Hard Rock Cafe: This Veterans Day, November 11, Hard Rock Cafe locations nationwide invite all military service members, active or retired, to enjoy a complimentary Legendary Burger, topped with smoked bacon, cheddar, golden fried onion ring, crisp lettuce and vine-ripened tomato. Additionally, if guests are members of the Unity by Hard Rock loyalty program, they can earn points for their meal. 

Hooters: On November 11, all military eat free from their special Veterans Day menu with a beverage purchase. Available at participating locations. The offer is dine-in only and limited to 1 per person. Visit their website for additional details. 

Hoss’s Family Steak and Sea House: On November 11, Hoss’s Family Steak and Sea House provides Veterans and active duty military free soup, salad, bread, nacho, and dessert bar and iced tea (Dine-In Only). In addition, veterans will receive a $10 off $40 voucher to be used on a future visit during the month of November.

IHOP: On November 11, IHOP is offering veterans and active duty service members a free red, white, and blue pancake meal. A stack of pancakes include glazed strawberries, blueberry compote, and whipped topping. Please call your local IHOP as this offer and discount may vary by location. 

Insomnia Cookies: Insomnia Cookies is honoring Veterans by offering a free 6-pack of classic cookies with any purchase to Veterans and Active Duty Service Members in-store.

Joe’s Crab Shack: On November 11, veterans receive 20% off from 11 am - 3 pm at participating Joe's Crab Shack locations.

Lime Fresh Mexican Grill: From November 9 to November 11, Lime Fresh Mexican Grill is honoring veterans with a free meal for Veterans Day! Veterans can take advantage of this special offer by showing a valid ID, WeSalute+ Card ID, or appearing in uniform. Join Lime in celebrating our Heroes- because you deserve it! Check out participating locations here. 

Lion’s Choice: On November 11, Lion's Choice is honoring veterans and active duty military with a free original roast beef sandwich to show their appreciation for your service. Lion’s Choice also has a standing 20% heroes discount offered all year long for veterans and active-duty military.

MOD Pizza: On November 11th, all veterans, active duty military personnel, and their spouses are invited to enjoy the all-new Mega Cookie for free! This delicious cookie is filled with gooey milk and dark chocolate chunks, warmed to perfection, and sliced into six shareable pieces. It’s their way of saying thank you for your service and sacrifice. To enjoy this sweet gesture, simply present a military ID or your WeSalute+ Card  while purchasing any MOD-sized pizza or salad at your local MOD Pizza. This offer is available nationwide, in-restaurant only.

O'Charley's: O’ Charley’s is offering a free lunch menu item (a $10 value) to active-duty and retired military from their special “Veterans Thank You Menu” with valid ID, as well as a 10 percent military discount all year long. Check individual locations for participation. This offer is dine-in only. Show your WeSalute+ card at check out.

Olive Garden: On November 11, veterans and active duty service members may dine-in and receive a free entree from a special veterans day menu. All entrees include freshly baked garlic breadsticks, and your choice of homemade soup or our famous house salad.

Outback Steakhouse: Active-duty military and veterans get a free Bloomin’ Onion and beverage with the purchase of an adult entree (Dine-In Only). Alse, the 10% OFF Heroes discount is open to veterans and active duty service members year round.

Perry’s Steakhouses: On November 10, visit your local Perry’s Steakhouse for a free pork chop. Dine-in only from 10:30 am-5:00 pm. Offer available when accompanied by a guest purchasing one lunch or dinner entree. Also check out their military menu available everyday before 6 PM and upon request to enjoy a 3-course menu for only $39.00. *Reservations required.

Red Lobster: In honor of Veterans Day, and to thank veterans, active-duty military, and reservists for their service, Red Lobster is offering FREE Veteran’s Shrimp & Chips* – featuring six Walt's Favorite Shrimp, served with cocktail sauce and ketchup, as well as crispy French Fries and Coleslaw – on November 11th. Guests only need to show a valid military ID, WeSalute+ Card, or proof of service to redeem this dine-in only offer.

Shane's Rib Shack: Participating Shane’s Rib Shack locations will honor America’s heroes by giving one free BBQ Pork or Chopped BBQ Chicken Plate to all active, inactive, and retired Military personnel on Monday, Nov. 11th, 2024. Valid in-store only. 

SONIC Drive-In: On November 11, guests can sip on half priced shakes in any size & flavor, including both Classic and Master Shakes. No ID is required to redeem this offer. 

Starbucks: November 11, veterans, active duty service members, and military spouses may visit a participating Starbucks store for a free tall (12-ounce) hot or cold brewed coffee.

Success Space: In honor of Veteran’s Day, Success Space is offering a FREE Medium Hot or Iced Coffee to all veterans & active military on November 11th. They would like to take this opportunity to extend a thank you to the brave men and women who serve and have served our country. Visit their San Antonio, TX location to redeem. 

Tijuana Flats: Veterans and active-duty military can enjoy a FREE entrée (up to $11.19 in value) with the purchase of a beverage on November 11. Use code VETSFREE to redeem. Offer is valid for in-store and to-go orders.

Tucanos Brazilian Grill: On November 11 & 12, veterans and active duty service members can enjoy a free Churrasco meal with the purchase of another adult Churrasco meal. Veterans or service members appearing by themselves will receive half off of their meal.

Tuscan Kitchen: November 11, veterans will eat for free from 11 am-4 pm at all Tuscan Brand locations. *Reservations Required.

Wendy's: This Veterans Day, Wendy’s^® salutes those who served or are currently serving in the U.S. military with a FREE Breakfast Combo, no purchase required*, during breakfast hours on November 11. Choose from any of Wendy’s breakfast combos like a savory Sausage Egg & Cheese English Muffin, a hearty Breakfast Baconator^®, or a craveable Honey Buddy Chicken Biscuit Combo! Each combo comes complete with small seasoned potatoes and a beverage. Fans can visit participating Wendy’s location on Veterans Day, during breakfast hours and receive your free breakfast combo by notifying the crew member at the register or showing your WeSalute+ Card, no military ID required!

Click here for part II of our Veterans Day 2024 coverage: retail shopping discounts.

*Please note: WeSalute publishes military community deals as a resource for our members. These deals are with companies that are not part of the WeSalute Partner Coalition. We cannot guarantee the company's military discount availability. This information is from public sources and is subject to change without notice. WeSalute's VIP Member Support is not available for handling questions or customer service for any military community deal. Please contact the company's customer service directly. 

• In order to be eligible for the discount, customers must present proof of military service, past or present or military dependent ID. Some exclusions do apply.
• Your WeSalute+ Card ID from WeSalute may qualify as valid proof of eligibility. Simply ask the participating locations.