Thank you for your service. Everyone wants to thank veterans and active military members for their courage and sacrifice. And many restaurants and businesses show their appreciation on Veterans Day with a FREE or discounted meal or service on Nov. 11, 2025.
Living On The Cheap only includes deals and giveaways that we’ve independently verified. Price and participation may vary by location and/or market, so check first before making plans.
Please note the following guidelines for Veterans Day offers:
Offers are available at participating locations only, while supplies last.
Deals are only open to veterans and active military members — not family members (unless noted otherwise). The offers do not include gratuity and/or tax (in some cases), so be prepared to pay a little extra — if necessary.
Proof of military status or service is required for offer redemption— usually a military ID or paperwork is acceptable. In some case, you can show up in uniform.
Limit one offer per person.
All offers are only valid for dine-in — unless noted otherwise.
If you know of any Veterans Day deals not listed, please let us know below.
Be sure to review our article about how to find military discounts year-round. Plus, find more restaurant deals open to all here.
Applebee’s
On Nov. 11, veterans and active service members enjoy a FREE meal from a select menu at Applebee’s.
Choose from one of the following entrées:
- Classic Bacon Cheeseburger
- Chicken Tenders Platters
- Double Crunch Shrimp
- Fiesta Lime Chicken
- Oriental Chicken Salad
- Three-Cheese Chicken Penne
Auto Nation
AutoNation offers veterans and active military 15% off all services in-store at AutoNation-branded locations nationwide — all year round.
Bonefish Grill
Bonefish Grill offers veterans, active duty and their families receive a FREE Bang Bang Shrimp appetizer and a non-alcoholic beverage on Nov. 11.
Buffalo Wild Wings
Vets can just “wing it” on Veterans Day!
On Nov. 11, Buffalo Wild Wings is offering all past and present armed services members a FREE order of 10 boneless wings and fries.
Carrabba’s Italian Grill
Vets are honored every day at Carrabba’s Italian Grill. The restaurant’s Heroes Discount is offered all year long — 10% off for all service members, veterans and first responders.
Car Wash
Vets can get revved up for a little car maintenance on Nov. 11. Grace For Vets is coordinating a FREE car wash for veterans and military personnel on Veterans Day. Ask first about participation before getting your car washed.
Chili’s
Vets and active military members can heat up Veterans Day at Chili’s. Vets enjoy a FREE entrée from a select menu on Nov. 11.
Circle K
Circle back to Circle K on Veterans Day!
The convenience store is honoring veterans with a FREE medium hot or iced coffee on Nov. 11.
Dave & Buster’s
Enjoy fun family time on Veterans Day!
Dave & Buster’s is offering veterans and active-duty military FREE unlimited game play (excludes purple swipe games, no tickets earned) and a FREE dessert with the purchase of an entrée on Nov. 11.
Even better, since Veterans Day falls on a Wednesday this year, other friends and family enjoy half-price games!
Choose from one of the following entrées:
- Oldtimer with Cheese and Fries
- Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadillas
- Three-Count Chicken Crispers
- Soup with Side Salad
Denny’s
All active, non-active and retired military personnel can get their Veterans Day started with a hearty breakfast at Denny’s.
The popular diner is serving them a FREE Original Grand Slam breakfast on Nov. 11 — from 5 a.m. to noon.
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit
Veterans-founded Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is offering military veterans and active-duty personnel a FREE Pulled Pork Sandwich on Nov. 11.
Dunkin’
Take a sweet break on Veterans Day at Dunkin’. On Nov. 11, veterans and active military enjoy a FREE donut at the popular donut shop.
Einstein Bros. Bagels
Take a break on Veterans Day.
Veterans and active-duty service members enjoy a FREE any size coffee and any bagel with shmear at Einstein Bros. Bagels on Nov. 11. Specialty beverages are excluded from the offer.
Floyd’s 99 Barbershop
From Nov. 1 to 11, Floyd’s 99 Barbershop is offering $10 off haircuts for active-duty military and veterans.
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
Veterans and active military can stop by Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers to pick upa FREE Combo Meal card on Nov. 11. The card can be redeemed through Nov. 25, 2026.
Golden Corral
Veterans and active military can satisfy their hunger at Golden Corral’s Military Appreciation Night. On Nov. 11, the popular buffet restaurant is serving a FREE “Thank You” Meal from 4 p.m. to close.
The offer is open to any person who has served in the U.S. Military, including retirees, veterans, active duty, National Guard or Reserves. Any accompanying family members or additional guests pay regular price.
Great Clips
Vets can cut their grooming costs on Veterans Day at Great Clips. The popular salon is offering a FREE haircut to veterans and active military on Nov. 11.
Vets not in need of a haircut on Nov. 11 can pick up a card good for a FREE haircut on a future visit — from Nov. 12 to Dec. 4, 2026.
Huey Magoo’s
On Nov. 11, Huey Magoo’s is offering veterans and active military members a FREE 3-Piece Tender Meal with the purchase of a regular beverage to celebrate the day.
IKEA
Go shopping on Veterans Day! From Nov. 9 to 11, IKEA is serving veterans and active military members a FREE entrée at its in-store Swedish Restaurant.
Kohl’s
The the family on a shopping spree for Veterans Day!
Kohl’s is offering active and former military personnel, veterans and their families 30% off their purchase on Veterans Day, Nov. 11. Exclusions apply. See in-store for more details.
Lowe’s
Lowe’s celebrates the military all year round!
The home improvement store offers a 10% Everyday Military Discount on most full-price items, available to veterans, active-duty military members and their spouses.
McCormick & Schmick’s
Veterans Day is an opportunity for McCormick & Shmick’s to honor those who have served our country with a discounted meal.
Veterans of the U.S. military, National Guard, Gold Star Parents, Gold Star Spouses and Active Military are invited to enjoy a select entrée at 50% off on Nov. 8.
MOD Pizza
On Nov. 11, veterans, active-duty military and their spouses enjoy 50% off a regular-size pizza or salad at MOD Pizza for Veterans Day.
National Parks
Veterans Day is the final day of the Free Entrance Days at National Parks for the year.
The FREE admission deal is not limited to just veterans and active military, but available at all. The National Park Service invites everyone to visit any National Park Service site for FREE on Veterans Day, Nov. 11.
Old Chicago Pizza & Taproom
Cheers! Old Chicago Pizza & Taproom is offering vets a FREE entrée from a select menu on Nov. 11.
Paris Baguette
On Nov. 11, Paris Baguette is offering all veterans, active-duty and their families a FREE medium hot or iced coffee with any purchase.
The offer is only available to PB Rewards members.
QDOBA
Enjoy a frugal fiesta on Veterans Day!
On Nov. 11, QDOBA is offering veterans and active military FREE Chips & Dip for Veterans Day.
Raising Cane’s
All year long, Raising Cane’s offers active and non-active military, as well as fire, police and EMTs, 10% off their entire purchase. Even better, the discount also applies to their family members.
Red Lobster
Get hooked up with a complimentary meal this Veterans Day.
On Nov. 11, veterans, active-duty military and reservists can sail over to Red Lobster for a FREE Walt’s Favorite Shrimp & Chips – featuring six Walt’s Favorite Shrimp (served with cocktail sauce and ketchup), French Fries and coleslaw.
Red Robin
Veterans and active military can take a bite of an American classic at Red Robin. The family-friendly restaurant is offering them a FREE Red’s Big Tavern Burger and Bottomless Steak Fries on Nov. 11.
Samsung
Join Samsung’s Military Offers program to unlock extra savings on home appliances, smartphones and more. Sign up with an eligible email address and by completing the ID.me process.
Scooter’s Coffee
Scoot on over to Scooter’s Coffee on Veterans Day!
On Nov. 11, the coffee shop is giving all veterans and active military a FREE medium drink of their choice.
Smashburger
Celebrate Veterans Day with a bargain burger or hot dog! Enjoy a FREE All-American Smash Burger at Smashburger on Nov. 11.
Smoothie King
On Nov. 11, Smoothie King is blending a FREE 20-oz. smoothie for all active-duty military and veterans — from noon to 3 p.m.
Choose from three patriotic picks: Strawberry X-Treme, Slim-N-Trim Vanilla or Blueberry Heaven.
SONIC Drive-In — OPEN TO ALL
On Nov. 11, SONIC Drive-In is offering buy-one-get-one FREE special on the following menu items: SONIC Cheeseburger, SuperSonic Double Cheeseburger and Footlong Quarter Pound Coney.
The deal is only available via the SONIC app.
Sport Clips
Veterans and active-duty service members can get a FREE haircut at Sports Clips on Nov. 11. Find participating locations here.
Starbucks
On Nov. 11, Starbucks is pouring a complimentary cup of coffee for veterans, military service members and their spouses — a FREE hot or iced brewed coffee (12-oz.)
Cold Brew, Nitro and beverage customizations are excluded.
Sullivan’s Steakhouse
On Nov. 11, Sullivan’s Steakhouse is offering all veterans and active service military members a FREE Sullivan’s Steakhouse Angus Burger and fries.
The steakhouse has locations in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Nebraska, Louisiana, North Carolina and Pennsylvania.
Taco John’s
Taco John’s is offering active-duty & retired military and veterans a FREE Small Beef Crispy or Softshell Taco Combo on Nov. 11.
The offer is only available for TJ Rewards members.
Target
In honor of Veterans Day, Target is offering all U.S. active-duty military personnel, veterans and their families 20% off a purchase from Nov. 5 to 11.
Registration is required — click here.
Teriyaki Madness
On Nov. 11, Teriyaki Madness is offering all veterans and active-duty heroes a FREE Junior or Regular-Sized Bowl of their choice.
Texas Roadhouse
Texas Roadhouse continues its annual Veterans Day tradition of treating veterans and active U.S. military to enjoy a complimentary meal.
On Nov. 11, every Texas Roadhouse location will distribute meal vouchers from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vouchers can be redeemed through May 31, 2027 for one of 10 entrées and choice of any Coca-Cola product.
Torchy’s Tacos
Spice up Veterans Day at Torchy’s Tacos! The fast-casual taco chain is giving veterans and active-duty military a FREE taco and fountain drink on Nov. 11.
Twin Peaks
On Nov. 11, Twin Peaks is offering veterans and active-duty military members a FREE entrée from a select menu — available all day.
Choose from one of the following entrées:
- Cheeseburger & Fries
- Chicken Caesar Salad (shrimp substitution available)
- Chicken Tenders & Fries
- OG Pepperoni Flatbread
- Six Boneless Wings & Fries
Wendy’s
Vets can enjoy a juicy giveaway at Wendy’s.
To thank all of those who have served or are currently serving in the U.S. Military, the popular fast-food restaurant is offering them a FREE Dave’s Single Hamburger on Nov. 11.
For friends and family, Wendy’s recently introduced a new Dave’s Single Combo Meal for $7.99.
Whataburger
This Veterans Day, Whataburger is thanking active-duty military and veterans with a FREE Taquito on Nov. 11— from opening to 11 a.m. Choose sausage, bacon or potato.
World Market — OPEN TO ALL
World Market is hosting its popular Golden Santa Scavenger Hunt in-store — from Nov. 1 to 29. Find one and be rewarded with a voucher valued at $20, $50 or $100.
Yard House
Vets and active-duty military will definitely measure up on Veterans Day at Yard House. The restaurant is serving them a FREE appetizer on Nov. 11.
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