Veterans Day 2023 Freebies And Deals In GA

GEORGIA — As has become traditional on Veterans Day, several Georgia restaurants are offering free deals and discounts to veterans and members of the military.

Veterans Day is always Nov. 11, which falls on a Saturday this year. Some of the deals start before or extend beyond the actual holiday.

Replacing the former Armistice Day, which commemorated the end of World War I, Veterans Day became an official holiday in 1954 to thank and honor all of those who have served honorably in the military, whether in wartime or peacetime.

In most cases, the deals are extended beyond veterans to active members of the military and to their spouses and families in some cases. Most require some type of proof of military service, such as a military ID card or a Veterans Administration benefits card.

As curated from Military.com, a news and resource website for members of the military and veterans, deals in Georgia include:

Eat For Free

Applebee’s: Active-duty military, veterans, reserves and National Guard get a complimentary full-size entrée from a special menu and other perks on Nov. 11 (dine-in only).

Biggby Coffee: Veterans and active-duty service members receive a free 24-ounce brewed coffee on Nov. 11.

Biscuit Belly: Veterans get a special free lunch menu from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Nov. 10 (dine-in only).

Bonefish Grill: Active-duty service members and veterans get a complimentary order of Bang Bang Shrimp with a soft beverage on Nov. 11

Buffalo Wild Wings: Veterans and active-duty service members get a free order of 10 Boneless Wings and Fries on Nov. 11 with a valid ID. (Dine-in only, except at “go” locations, which will recognize the deals on walk-in orders placed at the counter).

Buffalo’s Cafe: All veterans and active-duty military get a complimentary entree from the menu (up to a $17.99 value) on Nov. 11 (dine-in only).

California Pizza Kitchen: Veterans and active-duty military members get a complimentary meal Nov. 11.

Caribou Coffee: Veterans, active-duty military members and their spouses a small coffee of the day or cold press on Nov. 11.

Carrabba’s Italian Grill: Veterans and active-duty military get a complimentary dine-in appetizer or dessert paired with a soft drink on Nov. 11.

Chicken Salad Chick: Veterans and active-duty military will receive a free meal at all locations on Nov. 11.

Chili’s: Veterans and active-duty service members get a free meal from a select menu on Nov. 11 (dine-in only).

Dave & Buster’s: Veterans get a free entree (up to $20) and a free $10 Power Card on Nov. 11.

Denny’s: All active and retired military personnel get a free Original Grand Slam from 5 a.m. to noon Friday, Nov. 10 (dine-in only).

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit: Veterans and active-duty military get a free pulled pork sandwich on Nov. 11 (in-store or through the online app for carryout).

Dunkin’: Veterans and active-duty military get a free doughnut of their choice on Nov. 11 (in-store only).

Einstein Bros. Bagels: Veterans and active-duty military get a free hot or iced coffee (any size) with an in-store purchase on Nov. 11.

Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers: Veterans and active-duty military personnel who visit the store on Nov. 11 get a free Freddy’s Original Double with Cheese combo meal card that can be redeemed through Nov. 30.

Golden Corral: The chain is offering a free meal to dine-in customers on Military Appreciation night from 5 p.m. to close on Nov. 13.

Hooters Restaurants: Active-duty military and veterans get a free entrée from a special menu with the purchase of a beverage on Nov. 11 (dine-in only).

Huddle House: Active-duty military members and veterans get a free MVP meal on Nov. 11.

IHOP: Veterans and active-duty military get free Red, White, & Blueberry Pancakes or Pancake Combo from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. on Nov. 11 (dine-in only).
Logan’s Roadhouse: Veterans and active-duty military personnel get a free meal from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. on Nov. 11 (dine-in only).

Menichie’s Frozen Yogurt: Veterans and active-duty military get their first 6 ounces of Froyo free on Nov. 11.

O’Charley’s: Veterans and active-duty military can order one free entrée from the special menu and/or receive a free slice of pie at dinner from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 10-11 (dine-in only).

Outback Steakhouse: Active-duty military and veterans get a free Bloomin’ Onion and beverage with the purchase of an adult entrée on Nov. 11 (dine-in only).

Peet’s Coffee: Active-duty military and veterans get a free small drip coffee or tea on Nov. 11.

Pilot Flying J: Service members and their families get a free meal Nov. 10-12 through a special offer in the app.

Playa Bowls: Veterans get a free bowl on Nov. 11 (in-shop only).

Red Lobster: Veterans, active-duty military and reservists get free printed meal vouchers for Veterans Shrimp & Chips from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. on Nov. 11.The voucher can be redeemed Nov. 13-Dec. 10 (dine-in only).

Scooter’s Coffee: Veterans get a free handcrafted drink of any size on Nov. 11 (not available for orders placed on the mobile app).

Shane's Rib Shack: Active, inactive, and retired military personnel get a free BBQ Pork or Chopped Chicken Plate Nov. 9-11 (dine-in only).

Smoothie King: Active-duty military and veterans get a free smoothie from one of three red, white, and blue smoothies on Nov. 11.

Sonny’s BBQ: Veterans and active-duty military get a free Pork Big Deal Nov. 11. Go to their registration page to verify your military status and get your coupon. Available for dine-in, takeout and drive-thru.

Starbucks: Veterans, active-duty military personnel and their spouses get a free 12-ounce hot or or cold brewed coffee on Nov. 11.

TCBY: Veterans and active military personnel get their first 6 ounces of frozen yogurt for free on Nov. 11.

Tucanos Brazilian Grill: Veterans and active-duty military get a free Churrasco meal with the purchase of another Churrasco meal, Nov. 9-11.

Tuscan Brands: Veterans eat free at Tuscan Kitchen, Tuscan Sea Grill, and Toscana Chop House on Nov. 10; call to make your reservation.

World of Beer Bar & Kitchen: Veterans and active-duty service members receive an order of one of the restaurant’s limited fall food items from Nov. 9-12.

Discounts On Eats

BurgerFi: Veterans and active-duty military get 20 percent off their entire order on Nov. 11(dine-in only).

Kona Grill: Veterans and active-duty military receive 50 percent off food from Nov. 10-13.

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood Restaurants: Veterans, National Guard, Gold Star Parents, and Gold Star Spouses can enjoy a select half-priced entrée on Nov. 12 (dine-in only).

Metro Diner: Active-duty and retired military receive 50 percent off their bills on Nov. 11.

Military.com has more specifics about each of the deals and is updating its site daily as more eateries confirm their 2023 Veterans Day plans.