Veterans Day 2024: Dining freebies and discounts for military
Chain restaurants will be thanking members of the U.S. military for their service on Veterans Day, Nov. 11, with offers ranging from burgers and steaks to snacks.
Most offers are for active and retired military, veterans and reservists. Nearly all of them require customers show valid military ID or proof of service.
Most offers are for dine-in only and don’t cover family and friends. Check details and restrictions before you go.
Here are some of the offers chains have announced in news releases or on their websites.
Casual dining
BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse: Current and former military can get a free Chocolate Chunk Pizookie with no minimum food purchase and coupon for a free appetizer Nov. 12-Dec. 31. bjsrestaurants.com
Black Angus Steakhouse: Military personnel can get a free steak entrée Nov. 11. First responders, healthcare workers and teachers can qualify for a 15% Heroes Discount, which is offered year-round. blackangus.com
California Pizza Kitchen: Military members can get a free entrée and drink from a special prix fixe menu on Nov. 11. They will also receive a buy-one-get-one coupon good Nov. 15-25. cpk.com
Chili’s Grill & Bar: Military members can get a free meal from a limited menu on Nov. 11. The offer is for dine-in only. chilis.com
Claim Jumper Steakhouse & Bar: Military members can get a free meal from a limited menu on Nov. 11. claimjumper.com
Golden Corral: U.S. service members can receive a free buffet and drink 4 p.m. until closing on Nov. 11. Disabled American Veterans members will be in restaurants to accept donations. goldencorral.com
Lazy Dog Restaurants: Military personnel can get a free entrée on Nov. 11. Restaurants will also be opening at 10 a.m. and serving their weekend brunch menus. lazydogrestaurants.com
Mountain Mike’s Pizza: Customers can get a free order of Garlic Sticks with a minimum purchase of $25. Use the code FREESTIX online. mountainmikespizza.com
Red Lobster: An offer of free Veteran’s Shrimp & Chips includes french fries and coleslaw. redlobster.com
Sizzler: Military members can get a free lunch until 4 p.m. on Nov. 11. Choices include Half Dozen Crispy Shrimp, Malibu Chicken or a 6-ounce Tri-Tip Steak. sizzler.com
Quick service
Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf: Military members can get a free regular drink on Nov. 11. coffeebean.com
Dog Haus: Military members can get a free Haus Dog at participating locations on Nov. 11. doghaus.com
In-N-Out Burger: Military members can get a meal with burger, fries and drink on Nov. 11, plus a special Veterans Day decal. in-n-out.com
Nekter Juice Bar: Military can get a free 16-ounce smoothie at participating locations on Nov. 11. nekterjuicebar.com
Raising Cane’s: Military members can get 10% off their entire purchase. Mention the Hero Discount Program at the register. raisingcanes.com