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Military and Veteran Discounts
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As Veterans Day comes around this year, I would like to say thank you for your service. I hope you receive the respect and honor you earned for serving your country and your community.
Over the years, I’ve taken some personal time off around this time of year to look more closely into Veterans Day discounts and deals. This year I chose to tackle the Peach State for all the Georgians out there looking to see what local places are offering any discounts and deals for our servicemembers and their families. These discounts will be just part of our main list, which shows all the free meals and discounts available on Veterans Day. Some of these discounts were found through research of last year’s deals. So keep that in mind if and when you go, because the restaurant may have tweaked the deal!
If you want a more in-depth look at planning out your Veterans Day from start to finish that helps you maximize your discounts, check out our Veterans Day Discount Day Planner.
Veterans Day Breakfast Deals
For Veterans Day, here are some deals at popular breakfast spots.
- Dennys: Active and retired veterans can enjoy a free Original Grand Slam from 5 am to noon.
- The Flying Biscuit Café: While not all locations offer discounts, those that do (check your local cafe) offer veterans free coffee or other discounts.
- Starbucks: Active-duty military members, veterans, and their spouses can enjoy a free tall hot or cold coffee.
- IHOP: Veterans can enjoy free Red, White, and Blue Pancakes.
- Krispy Kreme: Offers a free doughnut and a small coffee (hot or iced) with no purchase required.
- Whataburger: Last year, veterans received one free taquito during breakfast hours every Tuesday from Veterans Day until the end of the year. Well, that’s because Veterans Day last year was on a Tuesday. Look out for a similar deal this year, but for Wednesdays! All year round, Veterans can enjoy a free 16-oz hot or iced coffee.
Veterans Day Free Meals When You Dine-In for Lunch or Dinner
Here are some restaurants around Georgia and the South where veterans and military service members can get a free meal.
- Big Daddy’s Burger Bar (Atlanta Metro area): Veterans and active servicemembers can enjoy a free cheeseburger with a side from 11 am to 3 pm. (Man, that Smash-N-Stack Smash Burger looks amazing!)
- Firebirds Wood Fired Grill: Veterans get a free lunch or dinner.
- Sonny’s BBQ: Veterans can enjoy a free Pork Big Deal.
- Chili’s Bar & Grill: Veterans can get a free meal from a special menu.
- Applebee’s: Veterans can get a free meal from a special menu.
- Olive Garden: Veterans receive a free meal from a select menu. The breadsticks, soup, or salad are included.
- Texas Roadhouse: Veterans receive a free meal voucher.
- Smokey Bone BBQ: Offers a free select entrée and one regular side to all veterans and active-duty military members on Veterans Day
Veterans Day Fast Food Discounts
If you want something a little less niche, and you cannot get to your local places, here are some fast food discounts.
- Chipotle: Chipotle offers veterans a BOGO deal from 4pm to 8pm, where if you buy a meal, you can enjoy a second meal for free.
- McDonald’s: Unfortunately, McDonald’s does not offer the same deals and discounts at every location. Some locations offer free coffee, and some offer a full-blown combo meal.
- Wendy’s: At special locations, Wendy’s offers veterans a free breakfast combo.
- Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers: Veterans and active service members can receive a meal card good for a free Combo Meal. No purchase is necessary to receive this special offer.
- Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt: Veterans and active service members can receive their first 6 oz of frozen yogurt for free. If you swirl more than 6 ounces, you just pay the difference. Proof of service required.
- Buffalo Wild Wings: Veterans can enjoy a free order of 10 boneless wings and regular fries.
- Little Casear’s Pizza: Veterans can enjoy a complimentary Lunch Combo (slices and a drink).
- Red Lobster: Veterans and active service members can enjoy a free “Shrimp & Chips.”
Veterans Day Entertainment Discounts in Georgia
Now, Veterans Day discounts don’t stop at food. Several places in the state want to honor your service with either free or discounted admission. Those deals create a great chance to enjoy some time with the family.
- Zoo Atlanta: Veterans, active service members, and up to 3 accompanying individuals get a 10% discount on daytime admission.
- Georgia Aquarium: Veterans and active service members get free admission, while family members get a 30% discount on general admission.
- College Football Hall of Fame: Veterans get free year-round admission.
- World of Coca-Cola: Veterans and active service members get free admission.
- 2026 Georgia Veterans Day Parade: The parade takes place on the 7th of November, starting at 11 am in Midtown Atlanta.
Final Thoughts
Again, I want to say thank you for your service and the sacrifices that you have made for this country. As a reminder, don’t forget to bring your Military ID with you to these restaurants and entertainment spots so you can receive your deals and discounts. You will not want to miss out.
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Jon Rehagan is a 2-time Emmy Award-winning journalist who covers financial topics and military news for the veteran community. With 16 years in broadcast media (including roles in radio and television) Jon has spent his career writing, shooting, editing, and producing everything from long-form investigative specials to daily news broadcasts and digital content. His work has been recognized by the Kansas Association of Broadcasters, and he brings that same commitment to accurate, accessible reporting to helping service members, veterans, and military families navigate complex benefits and financial decisions.
