2022 Veterans Day Free Meals and Restaurant Deals and Discounts

The following is a list of Veterans Day discounts at restaurants for 2022. Visit often as the list is now being updated as new discounts come in.

All of the discounts have been confirmed, either through press release or direct communication with the company. Check out all the other discounts being offered this Veterans Day.

Keep in mind that most businesses require proof of military service. Here’s what identification you need to receive your veteran discounts.

Not all franchise locations participate in their national chain’s Veterans Day programs — be sure contact your nearest establishment to make sure they are participating.

2022 Veterans Day Restaurant Discounts:

Veterans Day Free Meals

To honor members of the military, these restaurants are offering veterans free meals on or around Veterans Day, November 11.

Bob Evans — Veterans and active-duty military get a free meal from a select menu on November 11. Dine-in only.

Chicken Salad Chick — On November 11, veterans and active-duty military will receive a free meal at all locations.

Chili’s  Veterans and active-duty service members get a free meal from a select menu on November 11. Available for in-restaurant only.

Golden Corral — Golden Corral is hosting their Military Appreciation Night on November 14 from 5pm to close. This includes a free “thank you” meal when dining in.

White Castle — Veterans and active-duty military get a free Combo Meal or Breakfast Combo Meal when dining at a participating restaurant on November 11.

Veterans Day Restaurant Deals

To honor members of the military, these restaurants are offering Veterans Day deals on or around November 11.

Hoss’s Steak and Sea House — Veterans and active duty service members receive 20% off any meal and beverage purchase on November 11.

Metro Diner — Veterans and active-duty military receive 50% off a meal on November 11.

2022 Veterans Day Restaurant Discounts:

Veterans Day Free Meals

To honor members of the military, these restaurants are offering veterans free meals on or around Veterans Day, November 11.

110 Grill — Veterans and active-duty military get a complimentary lunch from a select menu from 11:30 am – 4:00 pm on November 11.

151 Coffee — Veterans and their families get free drinks on November 11.

54th Street Grill — Veterans and active-duty military get a free meal up to $14 on November 11. Dine-in only.

Ample Hills Creamery — On November 11, veterans and active-duty service members get a free kids scoop.

Another Broken Egg Cafe — Veterans and active-duty service members can enjoy a free Patriot French Toast Combo and coffee on November 11. Dine-in only.

Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza — Veterans and active-duty military get a free 12” cheese pizza on November 11 for dine-in, phone or orders placed for pickup online with promo code VETERANS.

Applebee’s — Veterans and active-duty military receive a free meal when dining in from a special menu on November 11. And when dining in on November 11, military guests will receive a $5 bounce back card to redeem for dine-in, To Go or delivery within three weeks.

Aspen Creek Grill — Veterans and active-duty military get a complimentary meal from a special menu from open until 6 p.m. on November 11.

Aspen Tap House — Veterans and active-duty military get a complimentary shareable from its menu from open to close on November 11.

Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii —  Active-duty and retired military get a free medium cup of brewed coffee at participating locations on November 11.

Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar — Veterans and active-duty service members get a free BD’s All American Burger with choice of cheese and a side from 11am to 3pm on November 11.

Bagger Dave’s — Active, non-active, reservists and retired personnel get a free Great American Cheeseburger and fries on November 11. Dine-in only.

Bakers Square — Veterans and active-duty military get a free 2-2-2 Breakfast that includes two eggs (any style), two bacon strips or two sausage links, and two buttermilk pancakes on November 11. Valid for dine-in and to go.

Bandana’s BBQ — Veterans and active-duty military get a free Budget Buster Meal on November 11.

Bar Louie — Active-duty military and veterans get a free Craft Burger on November 11. Dine-in only.

Beef ‘O’ Brady’s — Veterans eat free on November 11 at participating locations with the purchase of equal or greater value up to $10.

BIBIBOP Asian Grill — Veterans and active-duty military get a free bowl on November 11. In-store only.

Biggby Coffee — Veterans and active-duty service members receive a free 16 oz beverage of choice on November 11.

Billy Sims Barbecue — On November 11, veterans and active-duty military get a free pulled pork or chicken sandwich, one regular side and a regular drink. Offer good for dine-in and carry-out only.

BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse — On November 11, current and former military members receive a free entree from a select menu. Dine-in only.

Black Rock Bar & Grill — Veterans receive a free steak dinner on November 11. The offer is available to dine-in guests only and includes a side.

Bombshells Restaurant and Bar — All 10 Bombshells Restaurant & Bar locations in Texas will provide free meals for veterans on November 11. Active-duty service members and accompanying family members will receive a 20% discount.

Brick House Tavern + Tap — Veterans and active-duty military get a free meal on November 11. Brick House will also hand out a $5 bonus card to all veterans and active military members that can be used from November 12 through December 31, 2021. The free meal has a value of $15.

Buffalo’s Cafe — Veterans and active-duty military get a complimentary menu item of your choice on November 11. Dine-in only at participating locations.

Buffalo Wild Wings — Veterans and active-duty service members get a free order of 10 boneless wings and fries on November 11. The offer is available for dine-in or takeout (online ordering excluded).

Burntwood Tavern — Veterans and active-duty military get a free meal on November 11.

Calhoun’s — Veterans get a free meal on November 11.

California Pizza Kitchen  Veterans and active military get a complimentary entree and beverage when they dine in and show proof of service on November 11. In addition, all veterans who dine with California Pizza Kitchen will receive a BOGO, redeemable from November 12 through 20.

Cantina Laredo — Veterans and active-duty military get a complimentary entrée on November 11 at participating locations.

Caribou Coffee — Veterans, active-duty military members and their spouses can receive a free small cup of hot brewed coffee on November 11.

Carrows — Veterans and active-duty military get a buy one entrée get one free offer on November 11. Available for dine-in or take out.

Casey’s General Stores — Service members both past and present get a free coffee on November 11.

Cattlemens — Active, inactive, and retired military personnel get a complimentary sirloin steak dinner in honor of Veterans Day. Sign up on their website on or before November 11 to receive your steak certificate. The offer will be emailed on November 12 and will be valid November 12 through 22 for outdoor dining or dine-in. (Offer valid for California locations only: Santa Rosa, Petaluma, Redding, Dixon, Roseville, Selma, Rancho Cordova, Livermore.)

Champps Kitchen + Bar — Veterans and active-duty military members get a free meal on November 11. Champps will also hand out a $5 bonus card to all veterans and active military members that can be used from November 12 through December 31, 2021. The free meal has a value of $15.

Chelo’s Hometown Bar & Grille — Veterans with a valid military ID get a free meal on November 11.

Chevys Fresh Mex — Veterans and active-duty military get a complimentary 3-item combo on November 11.

Cicis Pizza — Veterans and active-duty military get a free adult buffet on November 11. Dine-in only. Coupon required.

Claim Jumper — Veterans receive a free meal from a special menu at participating locations on November 11. Dine-in only.

Coco’s Bakery — Veterans and active-duty military get a buy one entrée get one free offer on November 11. Available for dine-in or take out.

Coffee Beanery — Veterans and active-duty military get a free Grande fresh brewed coffee on November 11.

Colton’s Steak House & Grill — Veterans and active-duty service members get a free entrée on November 11 until 4 pm. Available for dine-in only. Offer not available in Kentucky locations.

Cotton Patch Cafe — Veterans and active-duty military get a free Chicken Fried Steak or Chicken Fried Chicken Entrée with a valid military ID on November 11.

Country Kitchen — Active and retired military get a free Country Scramble on November 11 at participating locations. Dine-in only.

Cracker Barrel  Veterans get a complimentary slice of Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola Cake in-store or online on November 11.

Craft Republic — Veterans and active-duty military members get a free meal on November 11. Craft Republic will also hand out a $5 bonus card to all veterans and active military members that can be used from November 12 through December 31, 2021. The free meal has a value of $15.

Crooked Pint Ale House — Veterans get a free meal on November 11 at participating locations.

Davanni’s Pizza and Hot Hoagies — On November 11, veterans and active-duty service members receive a Free Solo 1-item Pizza and a free regular-sized pop.

Denny’s — Veterans and active military personnel get a free Build Your Own Grand Slam on November 11, from 5 a.m. to noon. Dine-in only.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit — Veterans and active-duty military get a Free Pulled Pork Sandwich on November 11. Valid in-store, and online/app for carryout.

Duffy’s Sports Grill — Active-duty military and veterans get a free meal on November 11 from 11am to 4pm. Dine-in only

Dunkin’ Donuts — On November 11, veterans and active-duty military receive a free donut at participating locations. Offer available in-store only.

East Coast Wings + Grill — Veterans get a free meal on November 11 from a special menu. Dine in or pick up takeout.

Einstein Bros. Bagels — Veterans and active-duty military get a free hot or iced large coffee on November 11 at participating locations.

El Fenix — Veterans eat free from a special Veterans Menu on November 11.

Emmet’s Social Table — Veterans and active-duty military get a free meal up to $15 on November 11. Dine-in only.

Famous Dave’s  Veterans and active-duty military get a free Georgia Chopped Pork Sandwich + Side on November 11. Dine-in and to go. Use code VETERAN at checkout on famousdaves.com/menu.

Farmer Boys — Veterans and active-duty military receive a free Big Cheese on November 11 at participating locations.

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill — Dine with a veteran or active-duty service member on November 11 at participating locations and their meal is free. Dine-in only.

Food City — Veterans and active-duty military get a free meal from the Deli Hot Bar on November 11.

Fox & Hound — Veterans and active-duty military get a free meal on November 11. Fox & Hound will also hand out a $5 bonus card to all veterans and active military members that can be used from November 12 through December 31, 2021. The free meal has a value of $15.

Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers — Veterans and current military personnel get a card for a free Freddy’s Original Double combo meal on November 11 that can be used until November 30, 2021.

Friendly’s — Veterans get a free cheeseburger, fries, and a soft drink on November 11.

Fricker’s — Veterans get 10 free Boneless Frickin’ Chicken Wings on November 11. Dine-in only.

Frisch’s Big Boy — Veterans and active-duty military get a free Big Boy, fries and a drink on November 11. Available for dine-in only at participating locations.

Glory Days Grill — Veterans get a free appetizer or a regular order of boneless wings on November 11.

Gold Star Chili — Veterans and active-duty military receive a free regular 3-Way and regular drink on November 11. This offer is valid for dine-in, carry out or drive-thru.

Grady’s BBQ — On November 11, veterans and active military members get a free value combo.

Graeter’s Ice Cream — Veterans and active-duty military members receive a free Sundae on November 11.

Granite City Food & Brewery — Veterans and active-duty military get a free lunch and beverage from a specialty lunch menu on November 11. Available for dine-in and to go from 11am to 4pm.

Green Mill Restaurant and Bar — Veterans and active-duty military get a free menu item at participating locations on November 11. Dine-in only.

Greene Turtle — Veterans and active-duty service members get a free meal up to $12 value on November 11 at participating locations. Dine-in only.

Grillsmith — Veterans and active-duty military get a complimentary entrée on November 11.

Grub Burger Bar — On November 11, active-duty military and veterans get a complimentary entrée. Dine-in only.

GuacAmigos — Veterans get a free entrée and $5 towards a future meal on November 11. Offer available on items up to $15.

Hamburger Stand — Veterans and active-duty military get a free hamburger, regular fries and a small Pepsi on November 11 at participating locations.

Hard Rock Cafe — Active-duty and retired military members get a free original Legendary Steak Burger on November 11. Military members can also enjoy Hard Rock Cafe’s 15% off military discount on any other items.

Hickory Tavern — Veterans and active-duty military get a free menu item of choice, up to $15 on November 11.

Hooters — Active-duty military and veterans get a free entrée from the Hooters Veterans Day Menu with purchase of a beverage on November 11. Dine-in only.

Hopdoddy Burger Bar — Veterans and active-duty military get a classic burger for free on November 11.

Huddle House — Active-duty military members and veterans get a free MVP Breakfast Platter on November 11.

Huey Magoo’s — Veterans and active-duty military members get a free 5 piece tender meal when you buy a 5 piece meal and 2 beverages on November 11.

Hurricane Grill and Wings — Veterans and active-duty military get a free entree on November 11 from a special menu at participating locations. Dine-in only.

Hy-Vee — Veterans and active-duty military members get a free dine-in breakfast on November 11 from 6 to 10 a.m. Curbside pickup will also be available. And get 15% off grocery purchases. Valid in-store and online.

IHOP — Veterans and active-duty military get free Red, White & Blueberry Pancakes at participating locations on November 11. Dine-in only.

Insomnia Cookies — Veterans and active-duty military get a free 6-pack with any purchase or 1 free Classic cookie in-store on November 11.

Iron Hill Brewery and Restaurant — On November 11, veterans and active-duty military get a complimentary sandwich and soft drink.

Joella’s Hot Chicken — On November 11, active-duty military, veterans, Reserves, and National Guard get a complimentary Meal Special. Not available for delivery.

Juice It Up — Veterans and active-duty military receive a free 20oz Classic Smoothie on November 11. Not available on mobile orders, in-store only.

Kings Family Restaurant — Veterans and active-duty military members get a free meal from a select menu on November 11.

Kolache Factory — Veterans and active-duty military get a free kolache and a cup of coffee on November 11 from 6 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Krispy Kreme — Veterans get a free coffee and doughnut of choice on November 11 at participating locations. Offer is available in-shop and drive thru only.

Kwik Fill — Veterans receive a free coffee on November 11.

LaMar’s Donuts — Veterans and active-duty military get a free donut and 12 oz. coffee at participating locations on November 11.

Lion’s Choice — Veterans get a free large vanilla cone on November 11.

Little Caesars — Veterans and active-duty military get a free Lunch Combo at participating stores on November 11, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Logan’s Roadhouse — Veterans and active-duty military personnel can enjoy a free meal between 3 and 6 p.m. from a special menu at participating locations on November 11.

Lucille’s Smokehouse BBQ — Active-duty personnel and veterans get a free Lucille’s Original Pulled Pork Sandwich on November 11. Offer is available for takeout phone orders and dine-in.

Lucky Girl Brewing — Veterans and active-duty military get a free sandwich and a beverage on November 11.

Macaroni Grill — Veterans and active-duty military receive a free Mom’s Ricotta Meatballs + Spaghetti on November 11.

Manhattan Bagel Company — Veterans get a free regular size coffee on November 11.

Max & Erma’s – Veterans and active-duty military get a free Cheeseburger, Endless Fries, fountain drink and a cookie on November 11 at participating locations.

McGrath’s Fish House — Veterans and active-duty military get a free meal on November 11 from a select menu.

Menchie’s — Veterans who visit stores on November 11 get their first 6 oz of froyo free.

Mimi’s Cafe — Veterans and active-duty military members get a free entrée (up to a $15 value) when they dine-in on November 11.

Mission BBQ — Veterans and active-duty military get a free sandwich on November 11.

MOD Pizza — Enter online before November 8 to receive an offer for a buy one MOD-size pizza or salad, get one MOD-size pizza or salad free. Offer valid only on November 11 in-store, in-app or at www.modpizza.com.

Native Grill & Wings — Active-duty military and veterans get either a free 1/2 pound Stripper (or Boneless) combo, or a Free Native Burger with Fries on November 11. Dine-in only.

Nekter Juice Bar — Veterans receive a free 16oz. juice or smoothie on November 11. Redeem in store.

Ninety Nine Restaurant and Pub — Veterans and active-duty military get a free entrée from a select menu with the purchase of another entrée on November 11 from 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.. Dine-in only. 

O’Charley’s – Veterans and active-duty military get a free meal when you dine in on November 11 at participating locations.

On the Border — Active and retired military get a free Pick 2 Combo on November 11. Dine-in only.

Otter’s Chicken — Active, Guard/Reserve, retirees and former service members get a free meal at participating locations on November 11.

Outback Steakhouse — Veterans, active-duty service members and spouses get a free Bloomin’ Onion with any Coca-Cola beverage on November 11.

Parry’s Pizza — Veterans and active-duty military get a full-size entrée and fountain drink for free on November 11. Offer available for dine-in or takeout.

Peet’s Coffee — Veterans get a free drip coffee on November 11.

Perkins — Veterans get a free Magnificent Seven Breakfast Meal on November 11.

Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille — Active-duty military and veterans get a free Famous Pork Chop (dinner-sized) when accompanied by a guest purchasing one dinner entrée on November 11 from 4 pm to 10 pm. Dine-in only.

Pilot Flying J — Veterans get a free meal at participating locations November 11 through a special offer in the app.

Primanti Bros — Veterans and active-duty military get a free classic Primanti Bros. sandwich on November 11. Dine-in or place an order online. If ordering online, use code THANKSVETS at checkout.

Red Lobster — Veterans, active-duty military and reservists get a free appetizer or dessert from a special menu on November 11. Dine-in only.

Red Robin – Veterans and active-duty military who are Red Robin Royalty members can redeem a free Red’s Tavern Double Burger with Bottomless Steak Fries November 1 through November 14 for dine-in or to-go. You must register for Red Robin’s Royalty Program with military designation by Monday, November 1.

Ruby Tuesday — Veterans and active-duty military get a free Garden Bar entree at participating locations on November 11.

Scooter’s Coffee — Veterans get a free drink on November 11 at participating locations.

Shane’s Rib Shack — Active-duty military and veterans get a free BBQ Pork or BBQ Chicken Plate November 10 through 12. Offer valid in-store only.

Shari’s — Veterans and active-duty military get a buy one entrée get one free offer on November 11. Available for dine-in or take out.

Sheetz — On November 11, Sheetz offers veterans and active-duty military personnel a free half turkey or ham sub and a regular size fountain drink. Sheetz will also provide a free car wash to veterans and active-duty military.

Shoney’s — Veterans and active-duty service members get a free All You Care To Eat, Freshly Prepared Breakfast Bar on November 11 until 11 am. Dine-in only.

Smashburger — Get a free CLASSIC SMASH when you show a valid military ID in store on November 11 at participating locations.

Smokey Bones — Active-duty military and veterans get a free meal from a select menu on November 11. Dine-in only.

Smoothie King — On November 11, veterans and active-duty military members get a free 20 oz. smoothie.

Snarf’s Sandwiches — Any past and present military personnel get a free 7″ regular sandwich on November 11. In-store offer only. Only valid at CO and TX.

Sonny’s BBQ — Veterans and active-duty military get a free pork big deal on November 11.

Starbucks — Veterans, military service members and military spouses get a free tall (12-oz) hot brewed coffee at participating stores on November 11.

Sticky Fingers — Veterans and active-duty military get a free pulled pork sandwich and fries on November 11.

Taco John’s — On November 11, Taco John’s is giving away a free Small Beef Taco Combo Meal when guests enter the promo code “VETERAN” under the MORE tab in the Taco John’s App.

Tap House Grill — Veterans and active-duty military get a free meal on November 11.

TCBY — Veterans and active military personnel get their first 6 oz. of frozen yogurt for free on November 11 at participating locations.

Texas Corral — Veterans and active-duty service members get a free meal on November 11. Dine-in only.

Texas Roadhouse — Texas Roadhouse will hand out dinner vouchers at the stores’ parking lots on November 11, from 11am to 2pm. Veterans and active-duty military can redeem their dinner vouchers when the restaurant opens for dinner, through May 30, 2022.

TGI Fridays — Veterans and active-duty military personnel get a free lunch on November 11 from 11am to 2pm from a select menu at participating locations. In-restaurant only.

Torchy’s Tacos — On November 11, veterans and active-duty military get a complimentary taco and beverage. Dine-in and pick-up orders placed by phone or in-person only. Offer not available for online orders or delivery.

TravelCenters of America — Active-duty military, veterans and Reservists recieve a complimentary meal on November 11 at participating quick service and full service restaurants nationwide.

Tucanos Brazilian Grill — Veterans get a free Churrasco meal with the purchase of another Churrasco meal, November 9 through 11.

Twin Peaks — Veterans and active-duty service members get a free meal from a select menu on November 11.

Uno Pizzeria & Grill — Veteran and active-duty military get a free meal on November 11 with proper ID.

Village Inn  Veterans and active-duty military get a free 2-2-2 Breakfast on November 11. Includes two eggs (any style), two bacon strips or two sausage links, and two buttermilk pancakes. Valid for dine-in and to go.

Wawa — Veterans, active-duty military members, and their family members get a free cup of hot coffee on November 11.

Wendy’s — Active-duty military and veterans get a free breakfast combo on November 11 at participating locations from 6:30 to 10:30 a.m.

Wienerschnitzel — Veterans and active-duty military receive a free Chili Dog, small fries and a small drink at participating locations on November 11.

Yogurtology — Veterans and active-duty military get free frozen yogurt on November 11 at participating locations.

Zaxby’s — Show proof of military status for a free Signature Sandwich Meal on November 11 at participating locations.

Ziggi’s Coffee — Active-duty military and veterans get one free 16 oz. drink on November 11. Offer excludes online and mobile app orders.

More Veterans Day Restaurant Deals

To honor members of the military, these restaurants are offering Veterans Day deals on or around November 11.

Army & Air Force Exchange Service — On November 11, MILITARY STAR cardholders will receive various deals, including 15% off food orders at participating Exchange restaurants.

Black Angus Steakhouse — On November 11, veterans get the All-American Steak Plate for $11.99. This deal is available for restaurant dining and takeaway orders.

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. — Veterans and active-duty military get 20% off when dining in on November 11.

Cabo Wabo Cantina — On November 11, Cabo Wabo, located inside Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, offers veterans and active-duty service members a 20% discount on food and drinks.

CentraArchy Restaurants — Veterans and active-duty military members get an entrée from the full menu at half price on November 11.

Chop House — On November 11, veterans and active-duty service members get 50% off entrees.

Eat’n Park — All former and current military personnel and their families will receive a 10% discount for the entire month of November. Dine-in only.

Houlihan’s — On November 11, veterans and active-duty military members receive 50% off a specially selected set of entrees.

Joe’s Crab Shack — Veterans get 20% off their meal when they dine-in on November 11.

Luna Grill — Veterans and active-duty service members get 10% off their entire purchase with valid ID on November 11. Offer is only valid for orders placed in restaurant (dine-in or to-go).

MacKenzie River — Veterans and active military receive 25% off for their entire table on November 11 at participating locations. Use code THANKUVETS at checkout for discount to apply when ordering online.

Margaritas Mexican Restaurant — Veterans and active-duty military personnel get 50% off any entree from November 8 through 14. Dine-in only at participating locations only.

McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurants — Veterans, National Guard, Gold Star parents and Gold Star Spouses can enjoy a select half priced entrée on November 7. Reservations are strongly recommended.

Miller’s Ale House — Military members and veterans get 50% off their entrée of choice with proof of service on November 11.

Morton’s The Steakhouse — On November 11, current and former military members get 20% off.

Quaker Steak & Lube — Veterans and active-duty military get 50% off any entrée at participating locations on November 11.

Roy Rogers — Veterans get 20% off your entire purchase with proof of service at participating locations on November 11.

Texas de Brazil — Veterans receive 25% off dinner November 8 through 11 during dinner hours. Dine-in only. Reservations highly recommended.

Tijuana Flats — Veterans and active-duty military get 50% off an adult entree on November 11. Offer is valid for in-store and takeout orders. Orders may be placed online.

TooJay’s — Veterans get 25% off when dining in on November 11.

Willy’s Mexicana Grill — Active-duty and prior military get 20% off your meal through November 30. In-store only.

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