LOS ANGELES – This Veterans Day, restaurants across the country are offering free meals, discounts and special promotions to honor veterans and active-duty military.

On November 11, service members can enjoy free meals and beverages at participating locations. Here’s a guide to some of the best deals to help veterans and their families celebrate the day.

Veterans Day Free Meals

Many restaurants offer free meals or drinks to veterans and active-duty military members on Veterans Day. Here is a selection of notable deals:

• Applebee’s – Veterans and active-duty military receive free meals from a selected menu at participating locations. Food service only.
• Buffalo Wild Wings – Veterans and active duty military can enjoy 10 free boneless wings and fries. This offer is valid for dine-in or walk-in orders at Buffalo Wild Wings GO locations.
• Denny’s – From 5 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Nov. 11, veterans and active-duty military members can enjoy a free Original Grand Slam breakfast. Military ID or DD214 required.
• Dunkin’ – Active and retired military members are offered free donuts on November 11. This offer is valid in store only, while stocks last.
• IHOP – Veterans and active duty military can get a free Red, White and Blueberry Pancake Combo from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at participating locations. Food service only.
• Olive Garden – Veterans and active-duty military members are invited to enjoy a free entrée from a special menu when dining in on November 11.
• Starbucks – Starbucks is honoring veterans, military members and their spouses with free long brew coffee (hot or iced) at participating locations.
• Texas Roadhouse -From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on November 11, Texas Roadhouse is offering veterans and active duty service members free meal vouchers for dine-in or takeout, redeemable through May 30, 2025.

Veterans Day Restaurant Discounts

In addition to free meals, many restaurants offer discounts to veterans and active-duty military members:

• Brick House Tavern + Tap – Veterans can enjoy a 20% discount on dinner between 11:00 am and 3:00 pm on November 11, valid for parties of up to four people with military ID.
• LongHorn Steakhouse – Veterans and active-duty military receive 10% off their meal with a free appetizer or dessert on November 10 and 11 for dine-in and phone orders only.
• SONIC Driver Input – Half-price shakes in all sizes and flavors are available at participating locations on November 11.
• TooJay’s Deli -Veterans and active duty military receive a 25% discount on their entire bill with proof of service on Veterans Day. Available for dining and takeaway service.
• Grilled Vegetables – On November 11, veterans, active duty soldiers and their families will be able to enjoy a 20% discount on in-store meals only.

Tips for Making the Most of Veterans Day Meal Deals

To maximize these offers, veterans and active-duty military members should remember the following:

1. Bring Military ID: Proof of service is usually required to redeem offers; so be sure to bring a military ID, VA card or other documentation with you.
2. Check Attendance: Some offers are only available at participating locations, so call ahead or check online to make sure your location matches the deal.
3. Verify Offer Times: Most promotions are valid on November 11, but times vary and some restaurants have specific hours for their offers.