NEW YORK – Veterans Day is celebrated each year to honor the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. To honor and thank veterans for their service and sacrifice, many businesses offer discounts and special deals.
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The backstory:
Originally known as Armistice Day, Veterans Day was established to commemorate the bravery and sacrifice of those who served in World War I when the conflict officially ended on the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918. Armistice Day was declared a federal holiday in 1938 and, following both World War II and the Korean War, a movement started to honor all American Veterans and in 1954, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed legislation designating November 11 as Veterans Day.
Veterans Day discounts 2025 Applebees
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On Veterans Day, Applebees is once again honoring those who serve and have served in the U.S. armed forces. All active duty, reserves, national guard, and veterans, who dine in-restaurant will receive a complimentary full-size entrée from an exclusive Veterans Day menu as a heartfelt thank-you for their service.
This year marks the 18th consecutive year Applebee’s has celebrated Veterans Day with this tradition. Since the program began, Applebee’s has served more than 12.3 million free meals to America’s service members and veterans.
Applebee’s 2025 Veterans Day Menu includes a choice of seven popular entrées including:
- 6 oz. Top Sirloin
- Classic Bacon Cheeseburger
- Chicken Tenders Platter
- Double Crunch Shrimp
- Fiesta Lime Chicken®
- Oriental Chicken Salad
- Three-Cheese Chicken Penne
Another Broken Egg Cafe
Another Broken Egg Cafe, known for its Southern-inspired breakfast, brunch, and lunch, is inviting all veterans, active duty, and retired military personnel to enjoy a complimentary Patriot French Toast topped with strawberries, blueberries, and whipped cream — paired with Barista House Blend Coffee — on Veterans Day, November 11, for dine-in guests presenting a valid Military ID.
Benihana
For Veteran’s Day, veterans and active military will receive a complimentary entree up to $59.00 valid towards food purchase only, alcohol excluded – one time use – cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion (including happy hour) – no cash value – excludes tax and gratuity. Valid ID required.
BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse
BJ’s Restaurants & Brewhouse is honoring the brave men and women who have served our country the best way we know how – with something deliciously sweet and made from the heart. On Tuesday, November 11, all active-duty and retired military dining in at BJ’s with a valid military ID will receive a FREE Chocolate Chunk Pizookie®, our warm, freshly baked cookie topped with rich vanilla ice cream – a small token of gratitude for the tremendous sacrifices made in service of our nation. And because one thank-you isn’t enough, from November 12 through December 31, guests with a valid military ID who dine in and purchase an entrée will receive a FREE Appetizer Bounce Back to enjoy on a future visit.
Bombshells Restaurant & Bar
Bombshells Restaurant & Bar is proud to salute those who have served by offering free entrees on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, to military veterans at all locations in Texas and Colorado. Active-duty military will receive a 20% discount on all menu items. Alcoholic beverages are excluded from all discount programs.
Bonefish Grill
Veterans with proper ID enjoy a complimentary Bang Bang Shrimp and non-alcoholic beverage on Nov. 11 at Bonefish Grill.
Buca di Beppo
Buca di Beppo is offering a free lunch entrée to all Veterans and active-duty military with a valid ID. The offer will be available on Veterans Day, Tuesday, Nov. 11, and guests can select any pasta from the lunch specials menu. Guests can find their nearest location or book a reservation at Dineatbuca.com.
Buffalo’s Cafe
At Buffalo’s Cafe Veterans and active-duty military receive 25% off of your meal when dining in (alcohol not included). Veterans and active-duty military must present a military ID or wear a military uniform.
Buffalo Wild Wings
Buffalo Wild Wings is honoring past and present armed service members by offering 10 FREE Boneless Wings and Fries with valid ID on Veterans Day. Off is available dine-in and walk-in at participating locations.
California Pizza Kitchen
Available exclusively on Tuesday, Nov. 11, all veterans and active-duty service members are invited to enjoy a complimentary entrée and beverage from a special prix fixe menu when dining in at any participating California Pizza Kitchen location. As an extra thank-you, all veterans and active-duty service members who dine with CPK on Veterans Day will receive a Buy One Get One bounce back card redeemable for a Pizza, Pasta, or Salad (of equal or lesser value) on a future visit with the purchase of any Pizza, Pasta or Salad between November 12 and November 25 to thank them for their service. The Veterans Day offers will be available for dine-in only at all company-owned CPK restaurants. No purchase is necessary, but a valid military ID must be presented to redeem the offer.
Carrabba’s Italian Grill
On Nov. 10 & No. 11, Veterans can enjoy a free appetizer or dessert with proper ID at Carrabba’s Italian Grill.
Casa Nuova Italina Restaurant
Casa Nuova Italian Restaurant’s is offering a complimentary appetizer with any entrée purchase (dine-in only) for all retired and active-duty military guests. Guests can choose from Minestrone Soup, Fried Calamari, or Mozzarella Marinara.
Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen
Veterans and active military members will receive a complimentary appetizer or dessert on Nov. 11. Guests can find their closest restaurant at Cheddars.com.
Chili’s
All veterans & active military members can get a free meal on Veterans Day November 11, 2025 at all participating Chili’s Grill & Bar restaurants. Available in-restaurant only for select items. Please call ahead to your local Chili’s if you have any questions about your Veterans Day meals.
Cicis Pizza
At Cicis Pizza, free Adult Buffet for all veterans and active-duty military (dine-in only, valid at all locations).
Chipotle
At Chipotle, the military community can enjoy any entrée and get a second entrée for free from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. local time on Veterans Day, Tuesday, Nov. 11 at restaurants across the U.S. All guests with a valid military ID are eligible for the promotion.
Cracker Barrel
Free Sunrise Pancake Breakfast for all Veterans and Active Duty Military with valid ID on Nov. 11.
Denny’s
This Veterans Day, Denny’s invites active and retired military personnel to America’s Diner to enjoy a FREE Original Grand Slam® from 5 a.m. (store open) to noon local time at participating locations nationwide. The iconic, guest-favorite meal features two delicious and fluffy buttermilk pancakes, two crispy strips of bacon, two sausage links, and two eggs made to order. To redeem this offer, veterans and active-duty military need to present a valid military ID or DD 214.
Fazoli’s
At Fazoli’s, Veterans and active duty military can dig nto a free Spaghetti with Marinara or Meat Sauce when dining in with code VET25. Must present a valid Military ID or wear a military uniform.
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is honoring those who’ve served this Veterans Day with a special dine-in offer: On Nov. 11, veterans and active-duty service members will receive a complimentary lunch or dinner when dining with a guest.
Firehouse Subs
Join Firehouse Subs on Nov. 11 to celebrate and thank our military community with an exclusive Buy-One-Get-One-FREE offer where active-duty military personnel and veterans can enjoy any size sub and receive a second sub absolutely free with valid military ID. Simply present your military ID at checkout to take advantage of this limited-time offer. Thank you for your service!
Hard Rock Cafe
Hard Rock Cafe will honor active and retired military members with a complimentary Classic Smash Burger all day long (valid ID required). Veterans can also combine this offer with Hard Rock Cafe’s 15% military discount, making it easy to bring friends and family along for the celebration.
Honey Dew Donuts
On Tuesday, November 11, Honey Dew is proudly thanking those brave individuals who’ve served our country by offering a free coffee to all veterans—no purchase necessary (one per person). As a New England brand with deep community roots, Honey Dew continues its annual tradition of giving back to those who’ve given so much. It’s a small gesture of gratitude that’s brewed with heart.
Hurricane Grill & Wings
At Hurricane Grill & Wings, Veterans and active duty military can enjoy a complimentary entree from the following menu: 10 Bone-In Wings, Beer-Battered Fish & Chips, Steakburger, Chicken Caesar Salad, Buttermilk Crispy Chicken Sandwich, Chicken BLT Tacos. Veterans and active-duty military must present a military ID or wear a military uniform.
IHOP
Veterans and active-duty military can enjoy a free Red, White, & Blueberry Pancake Combo – two buttermilk pancakes topped with glazed strawberries, blueberry topping, and whipped creme. Served with two eggs, hash browns and choice of two strips of bacon or sausage links. Dine in only from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
In–N-Out Burger
In-N-Out Burger will be offering a complimentary meal, including any burger, fries, and beverage on In-N-Out Burger’s menu. All current and former members of the U.S. military will additionally receive a special edition Veterans Day decal.
U.S. Veterans and Active Duty Military are respectfully asked to present proof of military service to receive the complimentary made-to-order meal of choice offered at all In-N- Out Burger locations open from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 11.
Insomnia Cookies
Insomnia Cookies is offering a free deluxe cookie with a $5 purchase starting Nov. 8 through Nov. 11 with valid military ID, available in-store only.
Kona Grill
Veterans and active military will receive a complimentary entree valued up to $49.00 valid towards food purchase only, alcohol excluded – one time use – cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion (including happy hour) – no cash value – excludes tax and gratuity. Valid ID required.
LongHorn Steakhouse
On Nov. 11, LongHorn Steakhouse is giving veteran and active-duty steak-lovers 10% off their meal, along with a free appetizer or dessert for their table. This offer is available for dine-in and call-in orders only. Find the closest location at LongHornSteakhouse.com.
Maple Street Biscuit Company
Maple Street Biscuit Company is honoring those who’ve served our country this Veterans Day with 10% off for all active military and Veterans on Veterans Day – with a valid ID.
Native Grill & Wings
At Native Grill & Wings Veterans and active duty military can dine big and select a ½ LB Stripper Combo, ½ LB Boneless Combo, Native Chicken Sandwich with fries or #MyNative Burger with fries. Veterans and active-duty military must present a military ID or wear a military uniform.
Ojos Locos Sports Cantina
At Ojos Locos Sports Cantina, 20% off all food items for veterans and active-duty military (valid at all locations).
Olive Garden
To thank members of the military for their service, Olive Garden is offering those that dine-in on Nov. 11 a complimentary entrée from a special menu, featuring favorites like Chicken Parmigiana and Fettuccine Alfredo. As always, entrees come with unlimited breadsticks and soup or salad. Guests can find their closest restaurant at OliveGarden.com.
Outback
On both Nov. 10, the Marine Corps 250th birthday and Nov. 11, Veterans Day, Outback Steakhouse is honoring Military Mates with a free Aussie 3-course meal – because one course isn’t enough to say “thanks.” Redeemable in restaurants on select entrées with valid military ID.
Playa Bowls
Playa Bowls, the nation’s leading superfruit bowl shop, is offering free bowls for all veterans, active duty, and retired military personnel with a valid ID on Tuesday, November 11, at participating locations nationwide. Guests can enjoy any of Playa’s fresh, made-to-order superfruit bowls featuring acai, pitaya, coconut, or green bases topped with fruit, granola, and drizzles.
Polly’s Pies
On Nov. 10 & 11, Veterans and Active-Duty Military get a free slice of pie. No purchase necessary. Offer valid for dine-in only and is available at all 13 Polly’s Pies locations, Show military ID in-store to redeem offer.
Prince Street Pizza
Prince Street Pizza, the iconic NYC-born pizzeria known for its signature Sicilian-style slices, is honoring Veterans and Active Duty Military with a free slice this Veteran’s Day, Nov. 11 at all U.S. locations. To redeem, guests simply need to show a valid State ID with Veteran designator, VA Card, DD214, or Military CAC card.
RA Sushi
For Veteran’s Day, veterans and active military will receive a complimentary entree up to $49.00 valid towards food purchase only, alcohol excluded – one time use – cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion (including happy hour) – no cash value – excludes tax and gratuity. Valid ID required.
Red Robin
At Red Robin, Veterans and military members can enjoy a free Red’s Big Tavern Burger topped with Red’s Secret Tavern Sauce, American Cheese, lettuce and tomato on a toasted brioche bun and served with bottomless fries. Dine-in only with valid military ID on Nov. 11 at participating locations.
Round Table Pizza
At Round Table Pizza: Veterans and active duty militaryland 15% off of your order with code RTP321 at participating locations from Nov. 7 through Nov. 14, valid for dine-in, carry-out and delivery.
Salt Water Social
Veterans and active military will receive a complimentary entree. Cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion. Excludes tax and gratuity. Valid ID required.
Someburros
Someburros is celebrating the season of gratitude with two limited-time offers available at all 17 Arizona locations:
Veterans Day – November 11
25% off all orders, up to $100
Available for Veterans, First Responders, and Active Military as a thank-you for their service.
Black Friday – November 28
Free small coffee with any purchase
Use code COFFEE on the Someburros app, www.someburros.com or in-person at any restaurant location to fuel up for a day of shopping and holiday fun.
Sonny’s BBQ
At Sonny’s BBQ on Tuesday, Nov. 11, Veterans and active duty military are invited to enjoy a FREE Pork Big Deal* – a classic Sonny’s favorite featuring a pulled or sliced pork sandwich on garlic bread or a bun, pulse your choice of a sidekick and drink – with a valid ID.
Starbucks
On Veterans Day, Veterans, military service members and military spouses can enjoy a free tall (12 fl.oz) brewed coffee (hot or iced). Offer valid on Nov. 11, 2025 at participating U.S. stores on café and drive-thru orders only. Cold Brew, Nitro and beverage customizations are excluded from this offer. Limit one per customer per visit.
In addition, Starbucks is donating $200,000 divided evenly between the USO and Wounded Warrior Project to support our military community.
STK Steakhouse
Veterans and active military will receive a complimentary entree valued up to $69.00 valid towards food purchase only, alcohol excluded – one time use – cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion (including happy hour) – no cash value – excludes tax and gratuity. Valid ID required.
Tender Greens
On Veterans Day, Nov. 11, Veterans and their family members ger 50% off any order at Tender Greens. No ID required. Valid on food and non-alcoholic beverages Discount applies for up to 8 people and is available for dine-in and takeout orders only.
Exclusions: Not valid for online or third-party delivery orders, cannot be combined with other offers or discounts, and cannot be exchanged for cash or other products.
Texas Roadhouse
Texas Roadhouse continues its annual Veterans Day tradition of treating veterans and active U.S. military to a free meal. On Tuesday, Nov. 11, every Texas Roadhouse location will distribute meal vouchers, from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Proof of service is required and includes military or VA card, or discharge papers.
Vouchers can be redeemed through May 31, 2026, for one of 10 entrees, including a 6-ounce sirloin and two made-from-scratch sides plus a choice of any Coca-Cola product, sweet tea/iced tea or coffee.
Tocaya
On Veterans Day, Nov. 11, Veterans and their family members ger 50% off any order at Tocaya. No ID required. Valid on food and non-alcoholic beverages Discount applies for up to 8 people and is available for dine-in and takeout orders only. Not valid for takeout, online, or third-party delivery orders and cannot be combined with other offers or discounts or exchanged for cash or other products.
WaWa
All day on Tuesday, Nov. 11, veterans, active military members, and their families get a free any size hot coffee at all 1,100+ Wawa stores throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, Florida, Alabama, North Carolina, Georgia, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, West Virginia and Washington DC.
Yard House
Veterans and active military members will receive a complimentary appetizer on Nov. 11. To find the closest restaurant, visit YardHouse.com.
Veterans Day 2025 Discounts All Seasons Uniforms
All Seasons Uniforms, a leading provider of uniforms and professional apparel across a wide range of industries, is offering military veterans a 10% discount on everything from corporate apparel to workwear.
Great Clips
Each year on Nov. 11, Great Clips provides veterans and active service members a free haircut, or a free haircut card for a future visit. Service members and veterans can visit any U.S. Great Clips salon for the free haircut and non-military customers can visit a salon on November 11 and receive a free haircut card to give to a service member or veteran as a way of saying thank you.
Museum of Illusions Atlanta
The Museum of Illusions Atlanta is partnering with VetTix once again to offer free admission to Military Veterans and their families—from Nov. 11 – 17. Both active military and retired U.S. Veterans may redeem free admission in person with proof of valid military ID.
Veterans are encouraged to create a Vet Tix account by visiting VetTix.org/sign-up and requesting Museum of Illusions tickets via the online platform. There are limited opportunities for veterans to receive a free family tickets package that includes two children and two adults.
Discounted admission is available year-round for members of the military and seniors in addition to this special giveaway.
Publix
As a show of appreciation, on Veterans Day Publix is offering all veterans and active military personnel a discount of 10% on groceries*
Offer excludes prescriptions, alcohol, tobacco, gift cards, lottery tickets, postage stamps, and money services. Valid for in-store purchases only. Customer is responsible for all applicable taxes.
To get the discount, present a veteran ID card, military ID card, discharge document, or a driver’s license with veteran designation at checkout..
Target
Target is offering Veterans a 10% discount for all U.S. active-duty military personnel, veterans, and their families both in-store and online from Oct. 27 to Nov. 11, 2025. To get the discount, military service needs to be verified through Target Circle.
Walgreens and Duane Reade
Over Veterans Day weekend (Nov. 8-11), Walgreens and Duane Reade are honoring veterans, active-duty military and their families with a 20% discount on regularly priced products nationwide. It’s our way of saying thank you to those who serve and protect our country.
This offer is available to those with a valid military ID or proof of service and myWalgreens account. Shop in-store or skip the line with 1-hour Delivery and 30-minute Pickup options via Walgreens.com and the Walgreens app.
On Veterans Day (Nov. 11), all Walgreens stores and pharmacies will maintain regular hours. Customers can check the Walgreens store locator to determine the hours of their local store and pharmacy.
Exclusions apply. Full details available at walgreens.com/offerdetails.
Winn Dixie
Active military and Veterans receive 11% off their in-store purchase on Nov. 11. Valid proof of military service required. Excludes stores engaged in a pre-closing clearance sale.
What you can do:
To maximize these offers, veterans and active-duty military members should remember the following:
- Bring proof of service as it is typically required to redeem offers, so make sure to bring a military ID, VA card, or other documentation.
- Check Participation: Some offers are available only at participating locations, so call ahead or check online to ensure the location near you is honoring the deal.
- Verify Offer Times: Most promotions are available on Nov. 11, but times vary, and some restaurants have specific hours for their offers.
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