2024 Veterans Day discounts and complimentary meals

Ray Boughner, TMCS USN Ret, VSO

Here is the 2024 Veterans Day discounts and complimentary meals list. We will add more as we receive them.

7-Eleven: Veterans and active duty military members can get a free coffee or Big Gulp. Sign in or register with 7Rewards. Note, 7-Eleven stores are independently owned. Please inquire with your local store to see if they’re participating.

Applebee’s: Veterans and active duty military receive a free meal from a select menu on November 11 at participating locations. Dine-in only.

Black Angus: Veterans, active duty, first responders, health care workers and teachers can receive

Bubba Gump Shrimp: On November 11, Bubba Gump is honoring Veterans and active duty member by offering 20% off their meal when they dine-in.

Buffalo Wild Wings: Veterans and active duty service members get a free order of 10 boneless wings and fries on November 11 with valid ID. Only available for dine-in. Buffalo Wild Wings GO locations will be included for walk-in/order at the counter only.

Carrabba’s: Carrabba’s is offering a Heroes Discount of 10% discount with any visit to active duty members, Veterans, and first responders. Restrictions and requirements apply.

Chick-Fil-A: On November 11, Veterans and active duty members can receive a breakfast chicken biscuit or lunch/dinner original chicken sandwich (select items). Proof of service required. Offer only valid at the following participating Metro D.C. Chick-fil-A Restaurants. Inquire with your local store to check if they are participating.

Cici’s Pizza: Veterans and active duty members receive a free adult buffet on Veterans Day. With a valid military ID, both active duty and retired service members are welcome.

Chili’s: Veterans and active duty military members get a free meal on November 11 at all participating restaurants. Available in-restaurant only for select items. Military ID required to redeem offer.

Cracker Barrel: On November 11, Veterans can enjoy a free slice of double fudge Coca-Cola cake with their meal. Special promotions run all month.

Denny’s: Veterans and active duty military personnel receive a free Original Grand Slam on November 11 from 5 a.m. to 12 p.m. Must show valid Military ID or DD214.

Dunkin’: Veterans and active duty members, get a free donut of choice on November 11 at participating locations. Offer available in-store only.

Golden Corral: On November 11 at 5:00 p.m. to close, Golden Corral is hosting its Military Appreciation Night, including a free “thank you” meal.

Hacienda Mexican Restaurants: All U.S Veterans and active duty military may receive a free large Wet Burrito when they dine-in or carryout on November 11 for Veterans Day. Military ID or Veterans ID required.

Hard Rock Cafe: A free burger for active duty military and Veterans is available on Nov. 11, in addition to a 15% military discount for the entire group. Valid military ID or Veteran ID required.

In-N-Out Burger: On November 11, Veterans, active duty military, Reserve and National Guard receive a complimentary meal, including any burger, fries and beverage on In-N-Out Burger’s menu. Present proof of military service.

iHop: Free red, white and blueberry pancakes for Veterans and active duty military at participating locations. A valid military ID or proof of service is required, dine-in only. Limit one per guest.

Krispy Kreme: Free coffee and doughnut available at all locations to honor Veterans and active duty military.

Little Caesars Pizza: On Veterans Day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Veterans and active duty military can receive a free lunch combo. Proof of service is required. Participating locations only, inquire with your local store.

Logan’s Roadhouse: On November 11, Veterans and active duty service members can enjoy a complimentary meal at participating Logan’s locations, choosing from a special menu of fan favorites like cheeseburgers, chicken tenders, pork chops and more.

Outback Steakhouse: Free Bloomin’ Onion and Coca-Cola for Veterans and active duty military. Dine-in and to-go orders valid.

Olive Garden: On November 11, Olive Garden is having a Veterans Day free meal for all active duty military and Veterans, including entrée from special menu paired with breadsticks and salad or soup.

Red Lobster: On November 11, Veterans, active duty service members and Reservists can get a free shrimp and chips paired with french fries and coleslaw. Valid Military ID required. Offer is for dine-in only.

Red Robin: On November 11, Red Robin is honoring Veterans and active duty service members by offering a free Red’s Big Tavern Burger served with bottomless fries. Dine-in only.

Shoney’s: Veterans and active duty service members will receive a free All-You-Care-To-Eat breakfast bar until 11:00 a.m. on November 11.

Sizzler: On November 11, Sizzler is honoring Veterans and active duty service members with a free meal choice of a Half Dozen Crispy Shrimp, Malibu Chicken, or 6 oz Tri-Tip Steak entrée. Participating locations only; inquire with your local restaurant. Deal ends at 4:00 p.m.

Starbucks: Starbucks is showing its appreciation to Veterans, active duty service members and spouses by offering a free 12 oz drip coffee (hot or cold).

Sonic Drive-In: On November 11, Veterans and active duty service members can sip on half price shakes in any size and flavor, including both classic and master shakes.

Subway: Veterans and active duty service members can receive a free 6-inch sub or 10% discounted sub sandwich. Subway is independently owned. Inquire through your local store to see if participating in deals.

Texas Roadhouse: At participating locations, active duty military and Veterans can dine in or receive a free meal voucher on November 11 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. with a form of military ID. These vouchers do not expire until May 2025.

TGI Fridays Restaurant & Cocktail Bar: Veterans and active duty military personnel get a free meal on November 11 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. from a select menu.

Wendy’s: On November 11, Veterans and active duty service members can receive a free small breakfast combo.

Target is offering a 10% military discount from October 29 through November 11 to all active duty military personnel, Veterans and their families. The discount can be used on two separate transactions and applies to all in-basket items, online and in-store.

Thorlo Socks: Veteran’s Day Sale! Receive 15% off military and therapeutic socks.

Tractor Supply Company: On November 11, active duty service members and Veterans receive a 10% discount. Must complete Hometown Hero verification process through Neighbor’s Club to receive discount.

From November 8 to 11, Veterans, military and their families will receive 20% off regular price eligible store items at any Walgreens drugstore nationwide.