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, 2026.
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.
Bad Daddy's Burger Bar
On Nov. 11, Bad Daddy's Burger Bar is offering veterans and active-duty military aFREE BD's All-American Burger with cheese and a classic side — from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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.
Bubba's 33
Vets and active military service members have two options at Bubba's 33 on Nov. 11. Vets can enjoy a FREE lunch entrée from a select menu — from opening to 4 p.m.
If the time isn't convenient, vets can stop by and pick a voucher for a complimentary meal on a future visit.
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.
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.
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.
Dog Haus
Dog Haus is giving all veterans a FREE entrée on Nov. 11.
Eddie Merlot's
On Nov. 11, Eddie Merlot's is serving all veterans and active service military a FREE Eddie's Prime Cheeseburger and chips.
Eddie Merlot's has locations in Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Virginia.
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.
Farmer Boys
On Nov. 11, Farmer Boys is offering a FREE Big Cheese cheeseburger to all veterans and active duty military for Veterans Day.
There are more than 100 locations in Arizona, California and Nevada.
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.
Hard Rock Cafe
Rock out on Veterans Day!
On Nov. 11, Hard Rock Cafe is serving active and retired military members a FREE Classic Smashed Burger.
In addition, vets can also combine the offer with the restaurant's 15% military discount, making it easy to bring friends and family along for the celebration.
Hot Dog on a Stick
Pucker up for a sweet deal on Veterans Day!
On Nov. 11, Hot Dog on a Stick is pouring a FREE 16-oz. Original Lemonade for all veterans and active-duty military members.
In-N-Out Burger
Veterans, active duty military, reserve and National Guard enjoy a FREE meal at In-N-Out Burger on Nov. 11, including a burger, fries and drink. They also get a special Veterans Day decal!
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.
Juice It Up!
Squeeze out another freebie on Veterans Day!
On Nov. 11, Juice It Up! is offering veterans and active service members a FREE Medium Classic Smoothie for Veterans Day.
There are nearly 130 locations in Arizona, California, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Oregon and Texas.
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.
Logan's Roadhouse
On Nov. 11, Logan's Roadhouse is offering active-duty and retired military members a FREE lunch entrée from a special Veterans Day menu — from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Choose from the All-American Cheeseburger, Steak Tips, BBQ Grilled Pork Chop, Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders or Chopped Steak.
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.
Polly's Pies
Make Veterans Day a little sweeter at Polly's Pies.
On Nov. 10 and 11, the pie shop is giving veterans and active-duty military a FREE slice of pie at any of its 12 locations in California.
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.
Ruby Slipper
There's no place like home!
On Nov. 11, Ruby Slipper is offering veterans a FREE entrée of their choice. As an added bonus, family members will receive 15% off their bill.
Ruby Slipper has locations in Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee.
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.
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.
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.
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.
White Castle
All veterans and active-duty service members will be treated like kings and queens at White Castle on Veterans Day. The fast-food chain is offering vets a FREE Individual Combo Meal or Breakfast Combo Meal on Nov. 11.
WOB Bar & Kitchen
On Nov. 11, World of Beer is offering veterans and active-duty service members a FREE Single Smash Burger and fries.
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.
Get more details here.
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.
Ziggi’s Coffee
Military veterans and active-duty military can take a break on Veterans Day! Ziggi's Coffee is serving them a FREE small drink of their choice on Nov. 11.
The coffee shop has 125 locations in Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Iowa, Michigan, Missouri, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, Utah and Wyoming.
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