110 Veterans Day 2024 Discounts, Freebies And Deals

Restaurants, coffee shops and other businesses across the country are thanking veterans and active-duty military personnel for their service with special Veterans Day discounts, freebies and deals. Veterans Day, which is always observed on Nov. 11, falls on Monday this year.

Some deals start this weekend. A military ID or proof of military service or veteran status is required on most deals. As always, call ahead to your local franchises for these national chains to make sure they’re participating.

This list of Veterans Day deals at national chains offering Veterans Day deals was curated from emails to Patch, as well as verified lists from Military.com and Veteran.com.

Applebee’s: Veterans and active-duty military personnel who dine in receive a free meal from a select menu on Monday.

BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse: No minimum purchase is required for this deal available to former and current military personnel with a valid ID (dine-in customers only). They get a free Chocolate Chunk Pizookie on Monday only, as well as a coupon good from Nov. 12-Dec. 31 for a free appetizer that can be used for dine-in or take-out orders.

Bad Daddy's Burger Bar: Veterans and active-duty military personnel with a valid ID get a free 5-ounce BD’s All-American Burger with cheese and choice of side from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. on Veterans Day.

Bandana’s BBQ: This Monday-only deal for a free pulled pork sandwich and a side is good for veterans and active-duty personnel who dine. A military ID or other proof of service is required.

Bar Louie: Veterans and active-duty military personnel with a valid ID or proof of service can get a free burger Monday and Tuesday in this dine-in-only deal.

Biggby Coffee: On Monday only, veterans and active-duty military personnel with a military ID or proof of service can get a free 16-ounce latte — hot, iced or frozen.

Bill Gray’s: On Monday, veterans get a free World’s Greatest Cheeseburger, regular fries and a soda.

Biscuit Belly: From 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday, veterans eat free on Monday with a choice of Bacon Egg & Cheese, Sausage Egg & Cheese, or Chicken Biscuit Sandwich and a hot drip coffee or fountain drink.

Bob Evans: Veterans and active-duty military personnel get a free meal from a select menu on Monday (dine-in only).

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

Bruegger’s Bagels: Veterans and active-duty military personnel get a free hot or iced coffee (any size) with an in-store purchase on Monday.

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.: Veterans get 20% off their meal when they dine in on Monday.

Buffalo Wild Wings: Veterans and active-duty military personnel get 10 free boneless wings and fries with a valid ID on Monday. The deal is good for both dine-in and walk-in orders placed at the counter.

Buffalo’s Café: All veterans and active duty military personnel get 25 percent off their meal Monday (dine-in only at participating locations). To claim the deal, show a military ID or wear a military uniform.

California Pizza Kitchen: Veterans and active-duty military members get a free meal from a select menu on Monday, along with a buy one, get one free offer to redeem for a pizza, pasta or salad that can be used Nov. 12-25.

Carolina Ale House: Veterans and military members in North Carolina, Florida and Tennessee get a free half-rack rib platter on Monday (dine-in only).

Carrabba’s: Veterans and active military personnel who show a valid service ID can get an entrée when they dine-in and take home another entrée of equal or lesser value for free from Friday through Sunday. Then on Veterans Day, they can get a complimentary dine-in appetizer or dessert and non-alcoholic beverage.

Casey’s General Stores: Veterans and military personnel who show a valid military ID or proof of service get a free any-size coffee or fountain drink on Monday.

Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen: Veterans and active-duty military members receive a complimentary appetizer or dessert on Monday.

Chicken Salad Chick: Veterans and active-duty military personnel receive a free meal at all locations on Monday.

Chili’s: Veterans and active-duty military members get a free meal from a select menu on Monday at all participating restaurants (dine-in only). A military ID is required to redeem the offer.

City Barbecue: Veterans and active U.S. military get a free sandwich, one side and a drink on Monday (in-store purchases only, for dine-in or carryout).

Claim Jumper: On Monday, veterans and active military personnel get a complimentary meal from a select menu at any location.

Dave & Buster’s: Veterans get a free entrée (up to $20) and a free $10 Power Card with a valid veterans ID card on Monday.

Denny’s: Veterans and active-duty military personnel showing a military Id or DD214 (certificate of discharge) receive a free Original Grand Slam breakfast from 5 a.m.-noon Monday.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit: Veterans and active-duty military personnel get a free Pulled Pork Sandwich on Monday. The deal is good on in-store and online/app for carryout.

Duffy’s Sports Grill: Veterans with a valid ID get a free meal (up to $15) from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday (dine-in only).

Dunkin’: Active and retired military personnel get a free doughnut on Monday while supplies last (in-store only).

Eddie Merlot’s: Veterans and active-duty military personnel get the Eddie's Prime Cheeseburger with Fries for free on Monday (dine-in only) while supplies last. To redeem, show proof of military service to your server.

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

Eureka!: Veterans get a complimentary burger of their choice on Monday.

Farmer Boys: On Monday, veterans and active-duty military personnel get a free Big Cheese burger at participating locations on Monday (dine-in only).

Fazoli’s: On Monday, all active military and veterans can enjoy a free spaghetti with marinara or meat sauce at participating locations with proof of service when dining in or via the online code, Vet24.

Fogo de Chão: Veterans and active-duty military personnel get half off the Full Churrsaco Experience and three of their guests will receive a 10 percent discount on Monday (dine-in only).

Food City: Veterans and active-duty military members who have a ValuCard get a free entrée with two sides and a roll Monday with proof of their military service.

Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers: Veterans and active-duty military personnel who visit participating locations Monday and will receive a meal card valid for a free combo meal of their choice good through Dec. 31, 2024.

Friendly’s: Veterans get a free All-American Burger with cheese and a beverage in a dine-in only deal from 11 .am.-5 p.m. Monday with a military ID or honorable discharge document.

Gold Star Chili: On Monday, veterans and active-duty military personnel get a complimentary meal of their choice (up to $12 off their order with proof of service, good for dine-in, carry-out out or drive-thru service).

Golden Corral: Veterans and military veterans eat free during the restaurant’s annual Military Appreciation Night from 4 p.m.-close Monday (dine-in only).

Good Times Burgers & Frozen Custard: Veterans and active-duty military who show a valid military ID get a free Deluxe Cheeseburger Combo from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday (dine-in only).

Gordon Biersch: With a valid military ID, veterans get 20 percent off dine-in and carry-out orders Monday.

The Greene Turtle: Veterans receive a free meal up to $15 with valid ID at participating locations on Monday (dine-in only; cannot be combined with other offers, discounts, happy hour or Greene Turtle rewards).

Happy Joe’s Pizza: Veterans and active-duty military personnel get a free lunch smorgasbord, including a drink, or a free small two-topping pizza on Monday at select locations.

Hof’s Hut: Veterans get a free Hofburger and a side or a Pancakes Combo, with one $10 bonus card for each veteran on Monday.

Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream & Yogurt: Veterans get a complimentary scoop of ice cream on Monday by showing their military IDs.

Hooters: On Monday, retired and active-duty military personnel who present proof of service or a military ID who purchase a beverage can get a free meal (dine-in only at participating restaurants).

Hopdoddy Burger Bar: Veterans and active-duty military personnel get a free classic burger Monday (dine-in only).

Hoss’s Steak & Sea: Veterans and active-duty military receive free soup, salad, bread, nacho, and dessert bar and iced tea on Monday, and will also get a $10 off $40 voucher to be used any time during November (dine-in only; proof of military service required).

Huddle House: On Monday, active and retired military get a free MVP Breakfast Platter at participating locations (dine-in only).

Hurricane Grill & Wings: Veterans and active-duty military personnel can get a complimentary entrée from a select menu Monday (dine-in only). To claim the deal, show a valid ID or wear a military uniform.

IHOP: From 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, veterans and active-duty military personnel who dine in person can get a free Red, White and Blueberry Pancake Combo.

In-N-Out Burger: On Monday, veterans, active-duty military personnel, reserves and National Guard members receive a complimentary meal, including any burger, fries, and beverage on the chain’s menu with proof of military service.

Iron Hill Brewery and Restaurant: On Monday, veterans and active-duty military personnel who show proof of service can get a free burger or sandwich with a non-alcoholic beverage.

J. Christopher’s: Veterans get a free meal Monday at participating restaurants with a valid military ID.

Johnny Rockets: Veterans and active-duty military personnel get a free single burger with the purchase of any drink or shake on Monday (dine-in only). To claim the deal, show a military Id or wear a military uniform.

Kolache Factory: Veterans and active-duty military personnel receive one free kolache (any kind) and one cup of freshly brewed Katz coffee (any size) from 6 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday with a valid military ID. Other exceptions apply.

Krystal: From opening time until 11 a.m. Monday, past and current military personnel who show a military ID get a free breakfast sandwich from a select offering.

Lazy Dog Restaurants: Veterans and active-duty military personnel and reserves get a free entrée during the extension of weekend brunch hours on Monday.

Legal Sea Foods: All veterans and active-duty military personnel get a free bowl of chowder on Monday (dine-in only, except for airport locations).

Lion’s Choice: Active-duty and retired military personnel can get a free roast beef sandwich Monday by stating they’re a veteran or showing a valid ID at check-out.

Little Caesars: From 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday, veterans and active-duty military personnel can get a complimentary Lunch Combo, which includes four slides of the signature Detroit-style pizza and a 20-ounce drink.

Logan’s Roadhouse: From 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday, veterans get a complimentary meal from a special menu at participating locations.

LongHorn Steakhouse: On Sunday and Monday, veterans and active-duty military personnel get 10 percent off their meal, along with a free appetizer or dessert for their table (dine-in and call-in orders only).

Lucille’s Smokehouse BBQ: Veterans get a complimentary Pulled Pork Sandwich or personal-sized Fried Chicken Plate Sunday and Monday (dine-in only), and will also receive a $10 bonus card valid Nov. 24-Dec. 3.

Main Event: On Monday, active-duty military and veterans with a valid ID get a free double cheeseburger and 30-minute Fun Card.

Marzoni’s Brick Oven & Brewing Co.: Veterans receive a free 12-ounce draft or soft drink Monday with no purchase necessary and a one-drink limit. Veterans will also receive a $10 off $40 voucher good through November.

Max & Erma’s: With proof of military service, veterans and active-duty military personnel get 25 percent off their entire table on Monday at participating locations.

McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurants: Active-duty military personnel, veterans, National Guard, Gold Star Parents, and Gold Star Spouses can enjoy a select half-priced entrée on Monday (dine-in only; must show valid ID). Reservations are strongly recommended.

Menchie’s: Veterans and active-duty military personnel get their first 6-ounce froyo free Monday when they show a valid ID card.

Metro Diner: Active-duty and retired military receive 50 percent off with valid military ID on Monday.

Mission BBQ: Veterans get a free sandwich on Monday.

MOD Pizza: Veterans and active-duty military personnel showing proof of service get a free mega cookie with purchase of mod pizza or salad.

Mountain Mike’s Pizza: The family-style pizza chain is offering free Garlic Sticks with a $25 purchase. Reward members will get the offer in the app and non-members can use the code FREESTIX online.

Native Grill & Wings: All veterans and active-duty military personnel get a free entrée Monday (dine-in only at participating locations). To claim the deal, show a military ID or wear a military uniform.

Next Level Burger: Veterans, active-duty military personnel and their families get 20 percent off Monday (in-store only).

Old Chicago: On Monday, active-duty military personnel and veterans get a complimentary entrée from an exclusive menu with proof of military service.

Olive Garden: Veterans and active military personnel get a complimentary entrée from a special menu on Monday (dine-in only).

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

Parry’s Pizza: Veterans and active-duty military personnel get a free full-size entrée and fountain drink from a special menu for free from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday when they show a valid military ID or proof of service (dine-in only).

Peet’s Coffee: Veterans get one free drip coffee or tea of any size on Monday at participating retail coffee bar locations (airport, supermarket and other licensed locations are excluded).

Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille: Veterans showing military ID or proof of service get a free dinner-cut pork chop when accompanied by another guest purchasing a dinner entrée from 4 p.m. to close during an extended-hour promotion Monday. Those dining alone or with other veterans will get the same dish at half price.

Playa Bowls: On Monday, veterans with a military ID get a free bowl (in-store only).

Polly’s Pies: Veterans and active-duty military personnel get a free slice of pie, no purchase necessary, on both Sunday and Monday with a military ID.

QDOBA: On Monday, veterans and active-duty military members showing a valid military ID at checkout receive 50 percent off any full-size entrée (dine-in only at participating locations).

Raising Cane’s: Any active or nonactive military and their spouses get 10 percent off their entire purchase on Monday when they mention the Hero Discount Program at the register. They will need to have a valid ID to receive the discount.

Red Lobster: Veterans, active-duty military personnel and reservists get free a Veteran’s Shrimp & Chip meal on Monday with a military ID or proof of service (dine-in only).

Red Robin: Veterans and active-duty military personnel get a complimentary Red's Big Tavern Burger and Bottomless Side when dining in at participating restaurants on Monday.

Rock and Brews: Active-duty military personnel and veterans get a complimentary “We Salute You” Pulled Pork Sandwich or Strawberry Fields Salads on Monday.

Round Table Pizza: From Friday through Monday at participating locations, guests can enjoy 15 percent off their order. Valid for dine-in, carry-out and delivery.

Shane’s Rib Shack: Active, inactive, and retired military personnel get a free Slow-Smoked BBQ Pork or Chopped BBQ Chicken Plate on Monday with proof of service (in-store only).

Sizzler: From opening until 4 p.m. Monday, participating locations offer a free lunch from a special menu to any active-duty military personnel and veterans.

Smokey Bones: Veterans and military personnel with a military ID or proof of service can claim a free Create Your Own Combo meal with no additional purchase (dine-in only).

Sonic Drive-In: On Monday, shakes of any size and flavor, including Classic and Master Shakes, are half price.

Sonny’s BBQ: Veterans and active-duty military personnel get a free Pork Big Deal Monday, but must verify their military status at registration page to get a coupon.

Starbucks: Veterans, military service members and their spouses get a free 12-ounce not or iced coffee Monday at participating stores and licensed locations.

Sullivan’s Steakhouse: Veterans and active-duty military personnel get a free Sullivan’s Signature Angus Burger with fries on Monday with proof of military service (dine-in only).

Taffer’s Tavern: Veterans and active-duty service members receive 50 percent off plates and handhelds with valid ID Nov. 11-17.

Taziki’s Café: On Monday, veterans get a complimentary Grilled Chicken Gyro meal when they dine in at participating locations.

TCBY: Veterans and active military personnel get their first 6-ounce frozen yogurt free at participating locations Monday with a valid military ID.

Ted’s Montana Grill: Veterans get a 10 percent military discount on Monday.

Texas Roadhouse: Active-duty military personnel and veterans can dine in or receive a meal voucher from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday with a form of military ID. The vouchers are good through May 30, 2025. Dine-in customers on Veterans Day will order from a special menu.

TGI Fridays: Veterans and active-duty military personnel get a free meal from a select menu from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday

Tim Hortons: Anyone in a U.S. military uniform or who presents a valid veterans ID gets a free classic doughnut Monday (in-store only).

TooJay’s: Active-duty military personnel and veterans get 25 percent off on their total bill on Monday. Present a valid military ID, VA card or other proof of service for dine-in or takeout orders.

Torchy’s Tacos: Veterans and active-duty military personnel get a free taco and drink Monday with military ID or proof of service (in-store orders only).

Twin Peaks: Veterans and active-duty service members get a free lunch from a select menu from 11 am.-3 p.m. Monday at participating restaurants.

Veggie Grill by Next Level: Veterans, active-duty military personnel and their families get 20 percent off on Monday (dine-in only).

Whataburger: On Monday, veterans and active-duty military members in uniform or with a valid ID get a free 16-ounce hot or iced coffee (in-store only at participating locations).

White Castle: Veterans, active-duty military personnel and their spouses personnel who dine in can claim a free individual meal combo or a breakfast combo on Monday only.

Yard House: Veterans and active-duty military members receive a complimentary appetizer Monday.