Veterans Eat Free at These Restaurants on Veterans Day 2019

America will celebrate Veterans Day on Monday, November 11th this year, and many restaurant chains will be offering discounts and free meals to veterans and active duty military in appreciation for their service.

To help get the word out, RestaurantNews.com has rounded up a list of these restaurant offerings. Unless otherwise noted, these offerings are valid only on Veterans Day, November 11th. Be sure to check back often as we will continue updating the list.

Keep in mind, most Veteran appreciation offers:

  • Require proof of military service
  • Are dine-in only
  • Do not include alcohol
  • Can not be used with other coupons or discounts
  • Do not include gratuity

Also, for some restaurant chains, participating locations may vary. Check with your local restaurant for further details.

54th Street
Free entree up to $12. Dine-in only.

Acapulco Restaurant Y Cantina
Complimentary 3-item combo. Choose from Tacos, Enchiladas, Chicken Taquitos, Chicken Tamales and Chile Relleno.

Ahipoki
50% off any Poke Bowls.

Another Broken Egg Cafe
All active and retired military service members can enjoy a free Patriot French Toast Combo & Coffee on Monday, November 11th. Only at participating cafes – Valid 11/11/2019 only while supplies last.

Applebee’s
Veterans and active-duty military will be able to choose their free meal from an exclusive menu of eight delicious and hearty entrees, including the Classic Bacon Cheeseburger, 6 oz. USDA Select Top Sirloin, Chicken Tenders Platter, Double Crunch Shrimp, Fiesta Lime Chicken, Oriental Grilled Chicken Salad, Oriental Chicken Salad, or Three-Cheese Chicken Penne.

Arooga’s Grille House & Sports Bar
All veterans and troops will receive one complimentary item from a fixed menu which includes some of Arooga’s favorites such as their famous Buffalo Pretzel, Arooga’s Chopped Salad, Sriracha Chicken Caesar Salad, Wagyu Burger (served with fries, chips, or coleslaw), Grilled Cheese and Creamy Tomato Basil Soup, Spicy Italian Wrap or Sub (served with fries, chips, or coleslaw), Original Boli, and, of course, their world famous boneless wings (10) tossed in any one of their more than 30 sauce creations. All day at all participating locations.

Aspen Creek Grill
Complimentary meal from a special menu to active duty military and veterans from 11am until close on Monday, November 11th at each of its eight locations in honor of Veterans Day. Choices include: Asiago Chicken Pasta, Crispy Fried Catfish, Aspen Classic Salad w/Chicken, Juicy Double Cheeseburger, Milehigh Meatloaf, Hawaiian Chicken. Served with Scratch-Made Sides (Except Aspen Classic Salad).

B.GOOD
Offering a 15% off military discount year-round.

Back Yard Burgers
Free Back Yard Classic Burger. The Back Yard Classic Burger is a third pound 100 percent Black Angus beef, which is flame-grilled to achieve that signature back yard taste. All Back Yard Burgers are made to order, and topped with your choice of garden-fresh lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, onion, ketchup, mustard, and mayonnaise.

Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar
Free Bad Daddy’s All American Burger & Side.

Bakers Square
Now through Veterans Day (Nov. 11), Bakers Square will raise funds for The Folded Flag Foundation. Each guest who donates $5 on their dine-in check will receive a $5 voucher toward a future in-store purchase at the respective participating restaurant brand. The Folded Flag Foundation gives 100 percent of all public donations directly to the scholarship recipients. Bakers Square will also offer veterans and active duty service members a free meal on Veterans Day (Nov. 11). The brand also offers a military discount of 10 percent off all year long.

Bagger Dave’s
Free Great American Cheeseburger & Fries.

Bandana’s BBQ
Free meal up to a $10 value.

Bar Louie
Veterans and military personnel will receive a free Flatbread or Craft Bburger up to a $15 value.

bd’s Mongolian Grill
bd’s has a fundraiser running now through Veterans Day where guests can donate $3, or more, to sign and pin up a flag at any of its locations. All donation proceeds go toward Folds of Honor: a non-profit organization providing scholarships to families of military men and women who have fallen or been disabled while on active duty in the U.S. armed forces.

Big River Grille & Brewing Works
From Nov. 11 – Nov. 17, Big River Grille & Brewing Works will donate $0.25 from the sale of each pint of Vet’s IPA to a local veteran’s charity. On Nov. 11, all three locations will host a special tapping party for the Vet’s IPA

BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse
All current and former military members who dine-in restaurant receive a complimentary entree up to $14.95 plus a free Dr Pepper beverage by presenting a military ID or proof of service at any BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse location nationwide. Offer not valid towards Daily Brewhouse Specials Half Off Pizza.

Black Angus Steakhouse
All-American Steak Plate for $9.99 (8 oz Tip Sirloin with masher potatoes, fresh broccoli with garlic butter and a non-alcoholic beverage. Offer only valid Monday, 11/12/19.

Bob Evans
Free meal on Monday, November 11th. Choice includes: Country Biscuit Breakfast, Mini Sampler Breakfast, Brioche French Toast, Stack of Hotcakes (Buttermilk or Multigrain), Soup & Salad Combo. Also, all eight of Bob Evans Dinner Bell Plates, part of their new Everyday Value dinner lineup. This includes: Country-Fried Steak, smaller portion Turkey & Dressing, Homestyle Boneless Fried Chicken Breast, Mushroom and Onion Chopped Steak, Grilled Chicken Breast, Tender Fried Pork Loin, Lemon Pepper Sole and Ham Steaks.

Bombshells Restaurant & Bar
All nine Bombshells locations in Texas will provide meals and soft drinks for veterans and active service members for free and at a 20% discount for accompanying family members on Veterans Day, Monday, November 11, 2019. On all other days of the year, Veterans and active service members always receive 20% discount on meals and soft drinks at Bombshells.

Boston’s Restaurant & Sports Bar
Boston’s will be donating 10 percent of food sales on Veterans Day to Operation Once in a Lifetime: a non-profit organization created to make the dreams of U.S. Service Members, Honorable Discharged Veterans and their families come true. The money raised through this fundraiser will help unite families during the holidays.

Bowl & Barrel
Free Bowl & Barrel Burger for all US Veterans.

Brick House Tavern + Tap
20% off your meal.

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
Military personnel and their families receive 20% off.

Buffalo Wild Wings
Participating Buffalo Wild Wings restaurants will offer free small boneless wings and fries.

California Pizza Kitchen
This Veterans Day, CPK offers its gratitude to our nation’s veterans and active U.S. military members with an invitation to enjoy a complimentary meal from CPK’s Veterans Day menu at all participating California Pizza Kitchen locations nationwide. The special menu will include a choice of a complimentary pizza, pasta or full size salad and beverage for active military members or veterans with proof of service. Participating guests will also receive a card to redeem for a buy one, get one free pizza, pasta, or salad during a return visit November 12-20. Prior to Veterans Day, on Nov. 7, CPK will be partnering with Disabled American Veterans to host a nationwide fundraiser in its restaurants to support programs and services for veterans and their families. Not valid at franchise locations in Guam, stadiums, universities, airports, international locations, the Mirage Hotel in Las Vegas, or the Grand Sierra Resort in Reno.

Carrabba’s Italian Grill
Veterans Day weekend. Veterans, active duty military, and first responders receive a free calamari – and 10% off on all future visits.

Charlie Brown’s Fresh Grill
Free lunch for veterans from a special Veterans Day Menu. Entrees include Classic Cheeseburger, Mrs. Brown’s Meatloaf, Crispy Chicken Tenders, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, Golden Fried Shrimp, and Soup & Salad Bar. 11:30 am to 3:00 pm.

Chelo’s Hometown Bar & Grille
Free meal on November 11th. Choices include Clam Cakes & Chowder, Grilled Chicken Salad, 1/3 lb. Cheese Burger, Turkey Burger, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, Roast Beef Sandwich 5 oz, Chicken Delight, Shepherd’s Pie, 5 Cheese Mac & Cheese or Roasted Chicken with Ziti.

Chicken Salad Chick
Offering a free Chick Special and Regular Drink to any Veteran or active military service member that dines with them. This promotion will be held on Monday, November 11th. Chicken Salad chick has over 130 locations nationwide.

Chickie’s & Pete’s
Free order of World Famous Crabfries Also, 10% off every day to active and retired military service members.

Chili’s Grill & Bar
Complimentary meal. Entree choices include: Chicken Crispers, Margarita Grilled Chicken, Bowl of Chili or Soup & Salad, Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadillas, Just Bacon Burger, Oldtimer with Cheese, or Cajun Chicken Pasta.

Chill-N Nitrogen Ice Cream
Free ice-cream to any veteran throughout the system on Monday, November 11th. With this deal, veterans can receive a small ice cream plus two mix-ins, for free. Chill-N currently has 7 locations.

Chipotle Mexican Grill
Buy-one-get-one offer, valid on burritos, bowls, salads and taco orders from open to close on Veterans Day, Monday, November 11, 2019. Free item requires purchase of an entree item of equal or greater value

Chompie’s
Military discount every day of the year. Show your U.S. Military I.D. and receive 20% off your single entree (serves one).

City Barbeque
Free Sandwich, two sides and a regular drink. Dine-in or carryout.


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