Veterans Day 2025 Free Meals, Discounts, Sales and Deals

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Happy Veterans Day, and thank you to all who’ve served or are currently serving.

Veterans Day in 2025 is Tuesday, November 11. As millions of Americans honor those who’ve served, hundreds of businesses across the country show their support for the military community with free meals, deals, and other freebies.

At Veteran.com, we dedicate staff to finding and verifying each discount or free meal. Rest assured that this discount list is accurate and regularly updated as Veterans Day approaches.

Check out the list below. Share it with your family members and friends. Also, please note that this page will be updated frequently this time of year, as businesses often announce their discounts closer to Veterans Day. (So don’t be a stranger!)

As you plan your day, remember that businesses offering free meals or discounts will ask for proof of service. A driver’s license with a Veteran designation, military ID, or U.S. Uniform Services Retired ID Card is sufficient.

Please note: We feature some national franchises, such as McDonald’s and Subway. Some locations offer discounts, but check ahead of time to see if your local franchise is participating in the deal.

Verified Free Meals and Deals for Veterans Day 2025

We’ve updated this list to only include confirmed Free Meals for Veterans Day 2025.

Another Broken Egg Cafe
Another Broken Egg Cafe is offering veterans, active duty, and retired military a free Patriot French Toast with coffee on Veterans Day, November 11, with a valid Military ID for dine-in.

Beef ‘O’ Brady’s
On November 11, veterans dining in can enjoy a FREE meal, up to a $12 value, with the purchase of another entree.

Black Angus Steakhouse

Black Angus Steakhouse is provides a free 6oz Top Sirloin steak with mashed potatoes and broccoli seasoned with garlic butter. The deal is valid from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m on November 10 at This offer at all 32 locations for both dine-in and takeout.

Bob Evans
This Veterans Day, Bob Evans is serving a free farm-fresh meal to all veterans and active-duty military at participating locations.

Bombshells Restaurant and Bar
Bombshells Restaurant and Bar offers veterans a free meal and active-duty military 20% off on Veterans Day, November 11, for dine-in in TX and CO with valid military ID.

Buca di Beppo

On Veterans Day, Tuesday, 11/11, veterans and active-duty military can enjoy a free lunch entrée at Buca di Beppo, choosing any pasta from the lunch specials menu with a valid ID.

Buffalo Wild Wings

Partake in 10 free boneless wings and fries at Buffalo Wild Wings. Get it at Buffalo Wild Wings GO locations only. Show your valid ID proving your past and present service.

Calhoun’s
On Veterans Day, Calhoun’s offers a free meal to honor those who served in the Armed Forces. The offer dates and times may vary, so customers should confirm locally.

California Pizza Kitchen
California Pizza Kitchen offers veterans and active military a free entrée and beverage from its special Veterans Day Menu featuring pizzas, pastas, and salads on November 11, 2025, dine-in only with proof of service.

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf offers military families a free drink this Veterans Day, plus a $5 coupon when you purchase a $25 gift card.

Chick-fil-A
Check your local Chick-fil-A for special Veterans Day offers. These specials vary by franchise.

Chili’s Grill & Bar
Chili’s Grill & Bar is offering veterans and active military a free meal from select menu items on Veterans Day, November 11, 2025, at participating locations for dine-in only.

Claim Jumper
Claim Jumper Steakhouse & Bar offers veterans and active-duty service members a free meal from its select Veterans Day menu on November 11, dine-in only with proof of service.

151 Coffee
On November 11, 2025, veterans and active-duty military can enjoy a free drink of any size at 151 Coffee by showing a valid military ID.

Cotton Patch Cafe
On November 11, 2025, active and retired military can enjoy a free regular Chicken Fried Steak or Chicken Fried Chicken entrée at Cotton Patch Cafe with a valid military ID.

Denny’s
On Veterans Day, November 11, 2025, Denny’s is offering active and retired military a free Original Grand Slam® from 5 a.m. to noon at participating locations with a valid military ID or DD 214.

Firehouse Subs
On November 11, veterans and active-duty military can buy one sub and get one free at Firehouse Subs by showing a valid military ID, in-store only.

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
On November 11, veterans and active-duty military can receive a free Freddy’s combo meal card at Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, no purchase required, valid through December 31, 2025.

Hard Rock Cafe
Celebrate Veterans Day at Hard Rock Cafe on November 11 with a free Classic Smash Burger for active and retired military, and apply the 15% military discount to other menu items.

Hooters
Veterans can get a free menu item of their choice with a drink purchase on Tuesday, November 11, including wings, a cheeseburger, a buffalo chicken sandwich, or a chicken Caesar salad.

Huey Magoo’s

This Veterans Day, veterans and active-duty military can get a free 3-piece Tender Meal at Huey Magoo’s with the purchase of a regular beverage by showing a valid military ID or 00-214 form.

IHOP
Veterans can enjoy a free Red, White & Blueberry Pancake Combo on Tuesday, November 11, complete with pancakes, eggs, hash browns, and their choice of bacon or sausage.

J Christopher’s
J. Christopher’s is offering a free meal to veterans on November 11th at participating locations. A valid I.D. is required.

Jefferson’s Restaurant
On Tuesday, November 11, veterans and active-duty military can visit any Jefferson’s Restaurant nationwide and receive a free entrée of their choice by presenting a valid military ID.

Kings Family Restaurant
Kings Family Restaurant offers veterans and active-duty military a free meal from its special Veterans Day menu on November 11, dine-in only with proof of service.

McCormick and Schmick’s Free Entree
M&S offers Veterans, Active Military, and Gold Star families a select half-priced entrée on Sunday, November 9, 2025, in honor of Veterans Day.

Melting Pot
Melting Pot offers veterans and active military a free 4-course meal with the purchase of a 4-course meal on November 11, dine-in only.

Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt
Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt offers veterans and active-duty military their first 6 oz free on Veterans Day with uniform or active-duty military ID required.

Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille
On Veterans Day, November 11, veterans and active-duty military can enjoy a complimentary Perry’s Dinner-Cut Pork Chop at Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille from 4 PM to close when accompanied by a guest who purchases a full-priced entrée.

Red Lobster
On November 11, 2025, veterans and active-duty military can enjoy a free Walt’s Favorite Shrimp & Chips meal at participating Red Lobster locations in the U.S. and Canada by showing proof of service.

Red Robin
Veterans and military members get a free Red’s Big Tavern Burger with fries for dine-in on Veterans Day.

Rubio’s
Veterans can enjoy a buy-one, get-one-free entrée at Rubio’s by using code VETS25 in-store or online with a valid military ID.

Sonny’s BBQ
Veterans and active military can get a free Pork Big Deal on November 11 by enrolling in Sonny’s Rewards by 11/9/25, then showing their Military ID when dining in, picking up, or ordering online to redeem.

Fogo de Chão
Fogo De Chao offers active-duty military and veterans 50% off Full or Indulgent Churrasco meals, plus 10% off for their guests, with valid ID from November 7–11.

Applebee’s
At Applebee’s®, Veterans can get a free lunch or dinner from a select entrée menu (e.g. bacon cheeseburger, top sirloin, shrimp, chicken, pasta, salad) on November 11, 2025 (dine‑in at participating locations).

Texas Roadhouse
Veterans and military members can get a free Texas Roadhouse meal voucher on November 11, 2025, redeemable in-restaurant or for carry-out through May 30, 2026.

Olive Garden
Veterans and active-duty servicemembers who dine-in at Olive Garden receive a complimentary entree from a special menu. A valid military ID is required.

Outback Steakhouse
Veterans and active-duty military receive a free Aussie 3-course meal. It is a dine-in only promotion on November 10, and November 11. Outback offers a year-round 10% Heroes Discount to service members, police officers, firefighters, and first responders.

Shoney’s
Veterans and active-duty military can enjoy a free Legendary Breakfast Bar® at Shoney’s on Veterans Day, November 11.

Starbucks
Veterans, military members, and spouses can get one free tall (12 fl.oz) hot or iced brewed coffee on November 11, 2025, at participating U.S. stores for café or drive-thru orders.

Circle K
On Nov. 11, 2025, veterans and active military can enjoy one free medium hot or iced coffee at participating Circle K locations by showing a valid military ID.

Playa Bowls
Playa Bowls is giving veterans, active duty, and retired military members a free superfruit bowl on Tuesday, November 11, with a valid ID at participating locations.

Biscuit Belly
On Monday, November 11, all veterans can enjoy a free Bacon Egg & Cheese, Sausage Egg & Cheese, or Chicken Biscuit Sandwich plus a hot drip coffee or fountain drink at participating Biscuit Belly locations. Offer valid for dine-in only in honor of Veterans Day.

In-N-Out Burger
On Veterans Day, In-N-Out Burger will give veterans, active-duty, reserves, and National Guard a free made-to-order meal—including any burger, fries, and drink—plus a special decal with proof of military service.

Bubbakoo’s Burritos
Veterans and active-duty military can get a free Taco Trio at Bubbakoo’s Burritos on Tuesday, November 11, with a valid military ID for in-restaurant dining.

Wendy’s Free Breakfast Combo
Wendy’s offers a free Breakfast Combo to active-duty military and veterans on Tuesday, November 11, during breakfast hours—no purchase required.

Sport Clips Free Haircuts
Sport Clips offers free haircuts for veterans and donates $2 per haircut on November 11, 2025, with in-store fundraising for the VFW’s Help A Hero Scholarship program running October 5–November 15.

Navigate 2025 Veterans Day Discounts

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Veterans Day Free Meals FAQ

How often are these Veterans Day discounts updated?

We’re updating this page multiple times each day leading up to Veterans Day as we find more free meals, deals, and discounts. Keep checking back to see the latest Veterans Day deals!

How do I submit a correction for a particular discount?

If you see anything that needs to be adjusted, or if there is a deal that’s been modified or tweaked since we’ve checked it, send us an e-mail at [email protected]. Our main goal is to make sure you have the best and most up-to-date information!

Do I need Proof of Service for the Free Meals on Veterans Day?

Yes, most restaurants will ask for proof of service to receive your free meals and discounts. Be sure to bring your Military ID, U.S. Uniform Services Retired ID Card or separation papers with you to be on the safe side.

Are these only available on Veterans Day?

Pay attention to the dates on the Veterans Day offer, as some offers may apply to Veterans Day, the entire weekend or another day.

Can I Get My Free Meal Offer To Go?

Free Veterans Day meal offers are typically dine-in only unless otherwise specified.

Do I still tip my server?

Yes, tip your servers on Veterans Day. While your meal may be free, their bills are not. Servers work hard during busy Veterans Day promotions. Consider tipping the original cost of the meal if you’re in a position to do so.

Do families get free meals and discounts for Veterans Day?

Most of the time, Veterans Day discounts and other Veterans Day freebies are reserved for active-duty military members and veterans. Occasionally, a restaurant will extend a discount to the entire ticket, but this is uncommon. If we find a family deal from a business, we’ll include these details in our description.

How do you verify your discounts?

The Veteran.com team communicates directly with brands or their PR agencies to confirm discounts. Aside from direct communication, we also scour the web and social media for press releases and posts with offer details.

Thank you for your service!

Written by Jon Rehagen

Jon Rehagan covers financial topics and military news, aimed at helping those who've served our country and everyday civilians