Posted on Nov 10, 2016
UPDATED: More Veterans Day discounts coming your way
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(Updated Nov. 10 at 2:30 p.m. Eastern)
Your military strategic skills may be required to map out a plan to take advantage of the many Veterans Day deals and discounts: Depending on your location, you might be able to squeeze in a free haircut and a free flu shot between your free breakfast and your free lunch.
We’ve collected some of the offers available and will update this list regularly over the next week. Do you own or work for a business offering a good deal? Send us a note at the email address at the end of the list.
But before you dive in, a few reminders:
•“Free” is not always completely free. For example, a free meal doesn’t always come with a beverage, so be prepared to pay for your drink and other extras.
•Call ahead to your local restaurant or business to make sure they're participating in any national programs. Double-check what they're offering, ask if there are limited hours or quantities, and confirm what proof of service they require.
•Most of these offers apply to veterans of all stripes, but some may not. Be sure you are eligible and you have the appropriate ID/paperwork.
•Most of the restaurants require you to dine in to get the deal. When you go into the business, let them know up front that you would like the discount or deal.
•Not all discounts apply to the entire party. Be sure you're clear whether family members or guests are covered.
FOOD AND DRINK
Arooga's: Get one free item from a special menu Nov. 11. Open to active duty and other veterans.
Back Yard Burgers: Get a free Back Yard Classic Burger — available to active- duty service members and veterans who show their military ID or are in uniform Nov. 11. The chain offers a 20 percent discount to service members year round.
Billy Sims Barbecue: Get a free pulled pork, a regular side and a collector's cup drink on Nov. 11. Active-duty members and veterans should show an ID card, or be in uniform.
Black Angus Steakhouse: Get a free meal Nov. 11 -- the Certified Angus Beef Top Sirloin Steak, with mashed potatoes, broccoli and sweet molasses bread, during operating hours of each of the 46 Black Angus Steakhouse locations. Available to active duty and other veterans.
Chipotle: Buy one item, get one free on entrée items of burritos, bowls, salads and taco orders from 3 p.m. to close on Nov.11 at all Chipotle locations — more than 2,000 eateries across the country. This BOGO is offered to active duty, reservists, National Guard members, military spouses and retired military with a valid U.S. military ID or veterans ID card. In-store only, limited to one free menu item. Purchased entrée must be of equal or greater value.
Denny’s: Get a free “Build Your Own Grand Slam” on Nov. 11 from 5 a.m. to noon for active duty, retired and other veterans. Includes four breakfast items such as buttermilk pancakes, eggs cooked to order, bacon strips, seasonal fruit or hash browns. Show a military ID. Available at "participating" locations, so call ahead to your local Denny's. (Also check to see what proof you need if you're a veteran).
ESquared Hospitality restaurants in New York City: 50 percent off for parties of two or less; 25 percent off for parties of three or more, on Nov. 11. All veterans and active duty are eligible. Participating restaurants in New York City are BLT Prime; BLT Steak; Casa Nonna; Horchata; Tavern 62 by David Burke; The Wayfarer.
Fatz Cafe: Get a free Calabash Chicken entree -- with a side dish and choice of soup or salad -- from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Nov. 11. Open to active duty and other veterans. Find the 45 restaurants located in the Carolinas, Georgia, Tennessee and Virginia at http://www.fatz.com/locations
Friendly's: Get a free breakfast, lunch or dinner Nov. 11. Breakfast is a free "Big-Two-Do" with coffee; lunch or dinner is an All-American Burger with fries and a beverage. Offer open to active duty and other veterans. Dine-in only, one meal per person.
Golden Corral: Get a free dinner buffet including a beverage from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Nov. 14. Open to anyone who is serving or has served in the U.S. military, to include National Guard and reserves. All of the 484 restaurants nationwide are participating. Identification is not required. Learn more here.
Hickory Tavern: Get 50 percent off from a special menu Nov. 11. Food and nonalcoholic beverages are included. Open to active duty and other veterans at any of the 24 locations in 13 communities in the Southeast.
IHOP: Get a free stack of Red, White & Blue Pancakes — three buttermilk pancakes with glazed strawberries, blueberry compote and whipped topping — between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Nov. 11, at participating U.S. restaurants. The offer is open to active-duty military and veterans with proof of service, such as military ID card, retired military ID card, current Leave and Earnings Statement, veteran’s organization card (American Legion, VFW, etc.), photograph of self in U.S. military uniform, wearing a uniform, DD 214, military dog tags, and citation or commendation.
JJ's Red Hots: Get a free meal including unlimited hot dogs, sausages, sides and nonalcoholic drinks Nov. 11 at this Charlotte, North Carolina, eatery. Veterans and active-duty members are eligible with proof of service such as military ID card or retired military ID card, current Leave and Earnings Statement, DD 214, veterans organization card, citation or commendation.
Little Caesars Pizza: Get a free $5 "Hot-n-Ready" Lunch Combo from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 11 at participating locations. Active duty and other veterans are eligible, with proof of service such as military ID, DD 214 or ID card with veteran designation.
LongHorn Steakhouse: Get a free appetizer or dessert, and 10 percent off your meal, Nov. 11 with proof of service. Guests who dine with the veteran also receive 10 percent off their meals.
Mimi's Cafe: Get a free entree (with the purchase of a beverage) from a special all-day Veterans Day menu, Nov. 11, available to active duty and other veterans.
O'Charley's: Get a free meal from the "$9.99er" menu Nov. 11. Available to active duty and other veterans, with proof of service such as military ID, at participating locations. The "southern-inspired" chain operates 211 restaurants in 20 states. Through social media, the restaurant will also be awarding five veterans each with a $50 gift card: Tag an active-duty service member or other veteran at facebook.com/ocharleysfans, on on the chain's Instagram or Twitter platforms (@OCharleys), for a chance to win.
Olive Garden: Get a free entree from a selected menu, served with unlimited homemade soup or garden salad and garlic breadsticks, Nov. 11. Offer is open to active duty and other veterans, with proof of service.
Red Lobster: Get a free appetizer or dessert (from a special menu) Nov. 10 and 11. Open to active duty and other veterans.
Red Robin: Get a free Red's Tavern Double Burger with Bottomless Steak Fries on Nov. 11 at participating restaurants nationwide. Offer open to active-duty members and other veterans with a valid military ID or proof of service.
RibCrib: Get a free meal Nov. 11 from the Menu of Honor that includes a choice of two meats and two sides. Active duty and other veterans are eligible.
Rock & Brews: Get a free pulled pork sandwich Nov. 11 at participating restaurants. Open to active duty and other veterans with proof of service.
Shoney's: Get a free All-American Burger on Nov. 11 at participating restaurants while supplies last. Open to active duty and other veterans.
TooJay's: Get a free entree from a special menu Nov. 11. Open to active duty and other veterans, with valid military identification. There are 28 restaurants throughout Florida.
Uncle Maddio's Pizza: Get a free 9-inch, three-topping pizza on Nov. 11. Veterans and active-duty members eligible for the deal must be in uniform or show a military ID.
World of Beer: Get a free draft beer Nov. 11. Open to active duty and other veterans with a military ID, VA card, or other proof of service. There are more than 75 taverns in 22 states, but due to state laws, some can't give away the free beer. Instead, taverns in Illinois, Massachusetts, Maryland, Ohio, Georgia, South Carolina, Alabama, Texas, North Carolina, Virginia and New York will offer $5 off any food item.
Your military strategic skills may be required to map out a plan to take advantage of the many Veterans Day deals and discounts: Depending on your location, you might be able to squeeze in a free haircut and a free flu shot between your free breakfast and your free lunch.
We’ve collected some of the offers available and will update this list regularly over the next week. Do you own or work for a business offering a good deal? Send us a note at the email address at the end of the list.
But before you dive in, a few reminders:
•“Free” is not always completely free. For example, a free meal doesn’t always come with a beverage, so be prepared to pay for your drink and other extras.
•Call ahead to your local restaurant or business to make sure they're participating in any national programs. Double-check what they're offering, ask if there are limited hours or quantities, and confirm what proof of service they require.
•Most of these offers apply to veterans of all stripes, but some may not. Be sure you are eligible and you have the appropriate ID/paperwork.
•Most of the restaurants require you to dine in to get the deal. When you go into the business, let them know up front that you would like the discount or deal.
•Not all discounts apply to the entire party. Be sure you're clear whether family members or guests are covered.
FOOD AND DRINK
Arooga's: Get one free item from a special menu Nov. 11. Open to active duty and other veterans.
Back Yard Burgers: Get a free Back Yard Classic Burger — available to active- duty service members and veterans who show their military ID or are in uniform Nov. 11. The chain offers a 20 percent discount to service members year round.
Billy Sims Barbecue: Get a free pulled pork, a regular side and a collector's cup drink on Nov. 11. Active-duty members and veterans should show an ID card, or be in uniform.
Black Angus Steakhouse: Get a free meal Nov. 11 -- the Certified Angus Beef Top Sirloin Steak, with mashed potatoes, broccoli and sweet molasses bread, during operating hours of each of the 46 Black Angus Steakhouse locations. Available to active duty and other veterans.
Chipotle: Buy one item, get one free on entrée items of burritos, bowls, salads and taco orders from 3 p.m. to close on Nov.11 at all Chipotle locations — more than 2,000 eateries across the country. This BOGO is offered to active duty, reservists, National Guard members, military spouses and retired military with a valid U.S. military ID or veterans ID card. In-store only, limited to one free menu item. Purchased entrée must be of equal or greater value.
Denny’s: Get a free “Build Your Own Grand Slam” on Nov. 11 from 5 a.m. to noon for active duty, retired and other veterans. Includes four breakfast items such as buttermilk pancakes, eggs cooked to order, bacon strips, seasonal fruit or hash browns. Show a military ID. Available at "participating" locations, so call ahead to your local Denny's. (Also check to see what proof you need if you're a veteran).
ESquared Hospitality restaurants in New York City: 50 percent off for parties of two or less; 25 percent off for parties of three or more, on Nov. 11. All veterans and active duty are eligible. Participating restaurants in New York City are BLT Prime; BLT Steak; Casa Nonna; Horchata; Tavern 62 by David Burke; The Wayfarer.
Fatz Cafe: Get a free Calabash Chicken entree -- with a side dish and choice of soup or salad -- from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Nov. 11. Open to active duty and other veterans. Find the 45 restaurants located in the Carolinas, Georgia, Tennessee and Virginia at http://www.fatz.com/locations
Friendly's: Get a free breakfast, lunch or dinner Nov. 11. Breakfast is a free "Big-Two-Do" with coffee; lunch or dinner is an All-American Burger with fries and a beverage. Offer open to active duty and other veterans. Dine-in only, one meal per person.
Golden Corral: Get a free dinner buffet including a beverage from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Nov. 14. Open to anyone who is serving or has served in the U.S. military, to include National Guard and reserves. All of the 484 restaurants nationwide are participating. Identification is not required. Learn more here.
Hickory Tavern: Get 50 percent off from a special menu Nov. 11. Food and nonalcoholic beverages are included. Open to active duty and other veterans at any of the 24 locations in 13 communities in the Southeast.
IHOP: Get a free stack of Red, White & Blue Pancakes — three buttermilk pancakes with glazed strawberries, blueberry compote and whipped topping — between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Nov. 11, at participating U.S. restaurants. The offer is open to active-duty military and veterans with proof of service, such as military ID card, retired military ID card, current Leave and Earnings Statement, veteran’s organization card (American Legion, VFW, etc.), photograph of self in U.S. military uniform, wearing a uniform, DD 214, military dog tags, and citation or commendation.
JJ's Red Hots: Get a free meal including unlimited hot dogs, sausages, sides and nonalcoholic drinks Nov. 11 at this Charlotte, North Carolina, eatery. Veterans and active-duty members are eligible with proof of service such as military ID card or retired military ID card, current Leave and Earnings Statement, DD 214, veterans organization card, citation or commendation.
Little Caesars Pizza: Get a free $5 "Hot-n-Ready" Lunch Combo from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 11 at participating locations. Active duty and other veterans are eligible, with proof of service such as military ID, DD 214 or ID card with veteran designation.
LongHorn Steakhouse: Get a free appetizer or dessert, and 10 percent off your meal, Nov. 11 with proof of service. Guests who dine with the veteran also receive 10 percent off their meals.
Mimi's Cafe: Get a free entree (with the purchase of a beverage) from a special all-day Veterans Day menu, Nov. 11, available to active duty and other veterans.
O'Charley's: Get a free meal from the "$9.99er" menu Nov. 11. Available to active duty and other veterans, with proof of service such as military ID, at participating locations. The "southern-inspired" chain operates 211 restaurants in 20 states. Through social media, the restaurant will also be awarding five veterans each with a $50 gift card: Tag an active-duty service member or other veteran at facebook.com/ocharleysfans, on on the chain's Instagram or Twitter platforms (@OCharleys), for a chance to win.
Olive Garden: Get a free entree from a selected menu, served with unlimited homemade soup or garden salad and garlic breadsticks, Nov. 11. Offer is open to active duty and other veterans, with proof of service.
Red Lobster: Get a free appetizer or dessert (from a special menu) Nov. 10 and 11. Open to active duty and other veterans.
Red Robin: Get a free Red's Tavern Double Burger with Bottomless Steak Fries on Nov. 11 at participating restaurants nationwide. Offer open to active-duty members and other veterans with a valid military ID or proof of service.
RibCrib: Get a free meal Nov. 11 from the Menu of Honor that includes a choice of two meats and two sides. Active duty and other veterans are eligible.
Rock & Brews: Get a free pulled pork sandwich Nov. 11 at participating restaurants. Open to active duty and other veterans with proof of service.
Shoney's: Get a free All-American Burger on Nov. 11 at participating restaurants while supplies last. Open to active duty and other veterans.
TooJay's: Get a free entree from a special menu Nov. 11. Open to active duty and other veterans, with valid military identification. There are 28 restaurants throughout Florida.
Uncle Maddio's Pizza: Get a free 9-inch, three-topping pizza on Nov. 11. Veterans and active-duty members eligible for the deal must be in uniform or show a military ID.
World of Beer: Get a free draft beer Nov. 11. Open to active duty and other veterans with a military ID, VA card, or other proof of service. There are more than 75 taverns in 22 states, but due to state laws, some can't give away the free beer. Instead, taverns in Illinois, Massachusetts, Maryland, Ohio, Georgia, South Carolina, Alabama, Texas, North Carolina, Virginia and New York will offer $5 off any food item.
UPDATED: More Veterans Day discounts coming your way
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Thanks SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL. In addition Applebee's and Logan's Roadhouse is also offering free meals for service members and veterans.
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