Veterans Day 2025: List of Discounts & Freebies for Veterans and Active Military

Who is offering free Veterans Day Meals?  Where are Veterans Day discounts?

Veterans Day, Tuesday, November 11, 2025 Freebies and Discounts

Thank you, Veterans!  Here’s where you can go for discounts and freebies on Veteran’s Day, November 11, 2025.

As with anything, these deals are subject to participation.  All locations should be participating but you could run up on one that is not.  Calling ahead is recommended.

All specials are available on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, unless otherwise specified.

Restaurants:

Applebee’s

Veterans and active-duty military, reserves and National Guard get a free meal Monday at Applebee’s from an exclusive Veterans Day Menu.

Bruegger’s Bagels

Bruegger’s Bagels is offering a complimentary medium hot or iced coffee.This deal is available nationwide available with any breakfast purchase.

Buffalo Wild Wings

Get a complimentary order of 10 boneless wings and regular fries for dine-in or walk-in with valid military ID.

California Pizza Kitchen

On November 11, 2025, veterans and active military can enjoy a complimentary entrée and drink from California Pizza Kitchen’s Veterans Day Menu—pastas, pizzas, or salads—dine-in only with valid military ID or uniform.

Chick-fil-a

Some local Restaurants may choose to recognize Veterans Day, or other holidays, by offering a free meal, sandwich or discount, but this is not guaranteed at all locations.

Chili’s

On November 11, 2025, all participating Chili’s Grill & Bar restaurants will serve a complimentary dine-in meal to veterans and active-duty military from a special Veterans Day menu.

Chipotle

Buy one entrée and get a second entrée for free from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. local time on Veterans Day, Tuesday, November 11 at restaurants across the U.S. All guests with a valid military ID are eligible for the promotion. The promotion applies to Chipotle bowls, burritos, salads and taco entrees.

Cracker Barrel

On November 11, Cracker Barrel thanks veterans and active-duty military with a complimentary Sunrise Pancake Special and 25% off Duke Cannon and military-themed items in-store and online through November 11, 2025.

Culver’s

Celebrate Veterans Day with a free 1-scoop sundae when you show your military ID, VA veteran ID, or driver’s license with a veterans designation. In addition, 10% of all sales that day will go to Hero Expeditions, a group that helps veterans. It’s a great way to enjoy a sweet treat and support veterans at the same time!

Dairy Queen

Veterans and active-duty military get a complimentary Medium Blizzard, available at participating locations.

Denny’s

Denny’s is offering veterans and active duty military personnel a free Original Grand Slam on Nov. 11 from 5 a.m. to noon. Proof of service required.

Dunkin’

Free doughnut for active military and veterans.  In store only.  Not valid on drive-thru or mobile orders.

Firehouse Subs

Firehouse Subs is providing veterans and active-duty military a free combo including a medium sub, chips or a cookie, and a drink. Proof of service required.

IHOP

This November 11th, from 7am‑7pm veterans and active‑duty military get a FREE Red, White, and Blueberry Pancake Combo! Dine‑in only.

Hooters

On November 11, veterans can enjoy one free menu item with a drink purchase, choosing from 10 wings, a cheeseburger, buffalo chicken sandwich, or chicken Caesar salad.

Logan’s Roadhouse

On Veterans Day, Logan’s is inviting active and retired service members to enjoy a free meal off its special Veterans Day menu from 11am to 3pm.  Dine in only.  Proof of service required.

Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt

On Veterans Day, veterans and active-duty service members can enjoy their first 6 oz free at Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt by showing military ID or wearing a uniform.

Peet’s Coffee

Active-duty military and veterans get a free small drip coffee or tea with proof of service.

Red Robin

Veterans and active-duty military get a complimentary Red’s Big Tavern Burger with valid ID. Dine-in only. The free meal also comes with an endless side of steak fries.

TCBY

TCBY is offering veterans and active military personnel their first 6 ounces of frozen yogurt for free at participating locations on Nov. 11. Must show a valid ID.

Starbucks

Veterans, service members and military spouses get a free tall 12-ounce brewed coffee (hot or iced) on Monday at participating Starbucks stores in the U.S.

Wawa

On Veterans Day, Wawa, a popular family-owned convenience store, offers free coffee to veterans, active duty military, and their families as a thank you for their service.

Retail:

ADIDAS

ADIDAS always offers a heroes a 30% discount.

Home Depot

The 10% military discount is available everyday for active duty and retirees, but not all veterans. On major military holidays, including Memorial Day, Veterans Day, and 4th of July the offer is extended to ALL veterans.