Veterans Day Free Meals and Discounts in Virginia

First and foremost, thank you for your service. With Veterans Day around the corner, I’d love to help highlight discounts, deals, and free meals that you’ve earned for your service to this country. 

However, each year, reviewing the numerous Veterans Day discounts and deals can sometimes be overwhelming. Not to mention, finding the discounts you can actually use based on your location can be tedious. 

Years ago, we created a massive database of Veterans Day discounts, deals, and free meals that we update every year. It’s the most comprehensive list on the internet. As a part of a growing effort to help veterans maximize their discounts, I made a Veterans Day discount day planner and pages that highlight state-specific deals. So check out these deals for Virginia. 

Note: I did include some national chains, but for the most part, I tried to add places that you’d find primarily in Virginia.

Veterans Day Breakfast Deals

Starting off the day, knock out some free breakfast at one of these places:

• Country Kitchen: Enjoy a free Country Scramble breakfast. 
• Denny’s: Veterans get a free “Build-Your-Own Grand Slams” from 5 a.m. to noon. 
• IHOP: Veterans can enjoy free Red, White, and Blue pancakes.

Veterans Day Free Meals When You Dine-In for Lunch or Dinner

Whether you’re planning to treat yourself or gather with friends and family, these dine-in restaurants are serving up some solid discounts for veterans on Veterans Day:

• Applebee’s: Veterans can get a free meal from a special menu.
• Texas Roadhouse: Veterans receive a free meal voucher. (It’s kind of nice if you want to come back when it’s less crowded!)
• Outback Steakhouse: (New in 2025) Veterans and active duty servicemembers can receive an Aussie 3-course meal.
• Olive Garden: Olive Garden offers veterans a free meal from a select menu. The best part is that breadsticks, salad, or soup (my favorite is the gnocchi!) are included.
• Chili’s Bar and Grill: Veterans get a free meal from a special menu. 
• Primanti Bros.: Active military and Veterans receive a free classic Primanti Bros. sandwich (dine-in only).
• Mission BBQ: Veterans and active duty servicemembers can receive a free sandwich and cake. Veterans Day Fast Food Discounts

Let’s say you’re on the go and don’t want to spend a lot of time eating at a dine-in spot for lunch; many fast food options are available. 

• McDonald’s: This one is kind of sticky. Not all offer deals, but many do, so be sure to ask. The ones that have had deals before often include at least a free coffee, but sometimes they range to include a full combo meal. 
• Dairy Queen: Some Dairy Queen locations offer free ice cream treats! 
• Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers: Veterans can receive a free combo meal card on Veterans Day, which can be redeemed on the same day or later.
• Starbucks: Starbucks offers a free tall brewed coffee for veterans and military spouses. (This is one everyone in the family can enjoy!)
• Little Caesar’s Pizza: Some Little Caesar’s locations offer free pizza slices or discounts. (Pizza slice on the go, say less.)

Final Point

Once again, I would like to thank you for your service. You and your family have made countless sacrifices for this country. Please remember to bring your military ID or proof of service when you go out.