While a free meal certainly doesn’t compare to the sacrifices that veterans and active duty military members have made for Americans, it is a small way of saying thank you for your service. In honor of Veterans Day 2025 on Tuesday, November 11, several restaurants are offering free food, coffee and more to U.S. vets and military personnel.
We’ve rounded up a few select deals you can find at a chain restaurant near you today, but be sure to check out Military.com for even more specials. For most deals, you’ll need to show either a military ID, VA benefits photo ID card, Veteran ID card, or other proof of service.
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Applebee’s
Veterans and active duty military can enjoy a free entree from the Applebee’s Veterans Day menu on November 11.
Arabic
Show your military ID and get a free Classic Roast Beef Sandwich on November 11th.
California Pizza Kitchen
Enjoy a free entrée and drink from the special prix fixe menu by showing your military ID when dining at participating California Pizza Kitchen locations through November 11.
Veterans and active duty military can purchase one for a future trip, receiving a Bounce Back card – valid on pizza, pasta or salad from November 12 to 25.
of chilli
All veterans and active military personnel can enjoy a free entree from a special menu at Chili’s when dining at any location on November 11.
Chipotle
Got a valid military ID? You can enjoy a second free entree at Chipotle with your second purchase on November 11th between 4pm and 8pm local time.
Cracker Barrel
Cracker Barrel is saluting veterans and active military with a free Sunrise Pancake Special when dining at almost all locations.
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dave and buster’s
Receive free admission to Gameplay (up to $20) and a $10 Power Card on November 11 by showing valid military ID at Dave & Buster’s.
Fazoli’s
When you present a valid military ID or wear a military uniform when dining at Fazoli’s, you can get free Spaghetti with Marinara or Meat Sauce with the code VET25.
Firehouse Subscription
On November 11, Firehouse Subs is running a buy one, get one free offer on subscriptions for military personnel and veterans with a valid ID. This offer is valid at stores only.
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Show proof of military service when dining at participating IHOP locations on November 11 and enjoy a free Red, White and Blueberry Pancake Combo.
In-N-Out Burger
Longing for the inside and outside? Veterans, active military, reserves and National Guard members can enjoy a free meal with valid ID on Nov. 11.
Krispy Kreme
Get a free donut and small coffee at Krispy Kreme on November 11 with valid military ID. This offer is valid in stores only.
red Lobster
Dine at Red Lobster on November 11 and show proof of service to get a free shrimp and chips entree.
red ribbon
Red Robin is giving all veterans and active military personnel a free Red’s Big Tavern burger with a choice of bottomless sides on November 11 at participating locations. Simply show a valid military ID to make your claim.
shake the shack
Active and retired military personnel can enjoy free Big Shakes – the restaurant’s newest menu item – at Shake Shack on Nov. 11 with a valid military ID while supplies last.
Sheetz
All veterans and active duty military personnel can enjoy a free half turkey sub and a regular-sized fountain beverage at any Sheetz location with proof of service. Sheetz will also provide free car washes to vets and active duty military on November 11.
starbucks
Veterans, active military and military spouses can enjoy a free tall coffee at Starbucks on November 11.
Texas Roadhouse
Between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. local time, Texas Roadhouse is giving away free meal vouchers to veterans and active duty military members with any type of military ID, redeemable through May 2026.