With Veterans Day on Monday, Nov. 11, knowing what restaurants and businesses offer veteran discounts is helpful.
It’s important to note, though, that most businesses offering free meals or discounts will ask for proof of service, which can include showing a driver’s license with a veteran designation, a military ID or a U.S. Uniform Services Retired ID Card.
Here is a list of some noteworthy deals and freebies on Veterans Day:
FOOD
·Buffalo Wild Wings- past and present armed services can enjoy 10 free boneless wings and fries to dine-in.
·Chili’s Grill and Bar- veterans and active-duty military may have a free meal.
·Applebee’s- veterans and active-duty military may have a free meal from a specific menu.
·Texas Roadhouse- veterans receive a free meal voucher to use from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
·Outback Steakhouse- veterans and active-duty military may receive a free bloomin’ onion and coke.
·Starbucks- veterans, active-duty military and their spouses are offered a free tall hot or iced coffee.
·Dunkin’ Donuts- veterans and active-duty military may receive a free donut.
·Bob Evans- veterans and active-duty military receive a free meal from a select menu.
·Denny’s- veterans and active-duty military may receive a free Original Grand Slam from 5 a.m. to noon.
·Hard Rock Cafe- veterans and active-duty military are offered a complimentary Legendary Burger. Friends and family accompanying veterans will benefit from the always-available 15% military discount.
·IHOP- veterans and active-duty military may receive a free Red, White and Blueberry Pancake Combo from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., dine-in only.
·Little Caesars- veterans and active-duty military are offered a complimentary Lunch Combo, which includes four slices of the signature Detroit-style Deep Dish pizza and a 20-ounce beverage from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
·Olive Garden- veterans and active-duty military receive a free entrée from a special menu, dine-in only.
·Red Lobster- veterans, active-duty military and reservists may have a free Veteran’s Shrimp & Chip.
·Krispy Kreme- veterans receive a free donut and coffee.
·Macaroni Grill- veterans and active-duty military receive a free Mom’s Ricotta Meatballs and Spaghetti.
·Mission BBQ-veterans receive a free sandwich.
·Smoothie King- Receive a free 20-ounce smoothie for veterans and active-duty military.
STORES
·Amazon- offers a 20% discount on select items, no military ID required.
·Rack Room Shoes- military personnel and their dependents get a 20% discount off their entire purchase.
·Target- veterans, active-duty military and their families are offered a 10% discount from now through Veteran’s Day. The discount can be used on two separate transactions, in store or online.
·Walgreens- from Nov. 8 through Nov. 11, veterans, active-duty military and their families may receive 20% off regular price eligible store items at any Walgreens or Duane Reade drugstore. Restrictions may apply.
·Publix- veterans and active-duty military get a 10% discount on groceries.
·Office Depot and OfficeMax- veterans, active-duty military, Reserves and their dependents receive 25% off qualifying regular and sale purchases from Nov. 9 through Nov. 11.
·Sleep Number- veterans, active-duty military and Reserves may receive 10% off their purchase.
·Vitamin Shoppe- veterans and active-duty military receive 25% off, in-store only.
·L.L. Bean- veterans and active-duty military receive 15% off purchase from Nov. 1 through Nov. 11.
·Bed Bath & Beyond- veterans get 25% off their in-store purchase.
·AT&T-veterans receive 25% off select cell phone plans
·Apple- Receive 10% off select items, but must verify service through ID.me.
·Khols- Receive 15% off in-store purchases, but cannot be used with other discounts.
·Jiffy Lube- Receive a free signature oil change.
·Lululemon- Get a 15% discount for in-store purchases. You may use the discount on markdown prices.
·Old Navy- Receive 20% off your purchase.
·T-Mobile- Save 40% on family lines.
·Under Armour- Receive 20% off all purchases in-store and online, but must verify through ID.me. Family members may also receive discount. Receive 10% off at an Under Armour Factory House.
·Home Depot-veterans receivea 10% discount on all in-store purchases throughout November.
EXPERIENCES
·National Parks- the National Park Service will offer free admission to any of its sites. The offer is open to everyone in recognition of veteran contribution.
·Alabama State Parks- free admission to veterans.
·Sandals Resorts- From now through Nov. 16, veterans and active-duty military, including the Reserve and National Guard may receive a 15% discount on top of all special promotions.
·Colonial Williamsburg- veterans, active-duty military and Reserves, National Guard and their immediate dependents are offered free admission from Nov. 8 to Nov. 11.
·Nashville Zoo- veterans, active-duty military and their immediate families may receive free admission on Nov. 10. Advance reservations are not required.
·North Carolina Zoo- veterans, active-duty military and their spouses get free admission Nov. 9 through Nov. 15. This includes free admission for up to 3 additional accompanying guests.
·Red Roof-veterans, active-duty military and their families receive 15% off their visit at any Red Roof Inn, Red Roof Plus+, HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof or The Red Roof Collection property when they book and stay from now through Nov. 14.
·San Antonio Zoo- veterans, active-duty military, National Guard and Reserves get free admission through November. Up to four immediate family members can receive 50% off single day tickets on date of visit.
·Dave & Busters-Veterans get a free entrée, up to $20, and a free $10 Power Card.
·Cincinnati Zoo-All members of the military may receive free admission and are allowed to purchase up to 6 half-priced admission tickets for immediate family.
·Beaches Resorts-veterans and active-duty military, including the Reserves and National Guard, can get a 15% discount on top of all special promotions from now through Nov. 16.
·9/11 Memorial and Museum- From Nov. 7 to Nov. 11, veterans and active-duty military as well as Blue Gold Star families get free admission.
·Six Flags Discovery Kingdom- veterans and active-duty military may receive free admission from Nov. 9 through Nov. 11. Up to 4 family and friends receive discounted admission.
·Great Wolf Lodge- Receive up to 25% off your stay.
·Paramount+- Receive 25% off any streaming plan.
If you’re not sure whether a business offers a Veterans Day discount, the best course of action is to check online or call and ask.