Editor’s Note: This story has been updated to remove a deal from IKEA that was not available nationwide.
LAS VEGAS (KLAS/WAVY) — Veterans Day, which falls on Monday, Nov. 11 this year, is a day dedicated to thanking those who served in our armed forces.
As part of the holiday, many retailers and restaurants nationwide offer deals and discounts for veterans.
In most cases, veterans are required to show proof of military service such as a retiree or military ID card. Also, not all national franchise locations may offer Veterans Day deals. Call ahead to be sure.
Food Deals:
- 7-Eleven: Veterans and active duty military members can receive a free coffee or Big Gulp with 7Rewards.
- Applebee’s: Veterans and active-duty military receive a free meal from a select menu on Nov. 11. Dine-in only.
- BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse: Veterans can dine in on Nov. 11 and enjoy a free Chocolate Chunk Pizooki with no minimum food purchase. Veterans will also get a free appetizer coupon that can be used between Nov. 12 and Dec. 31, 2024.
- Buffalo Wild Wings: Veterans and active duty military members can receive a free order of 10 boneless wings with valid ID.
- California Pizza Kitchen: Veterans and active-duty service members can choose a complimentary beverage and an entree from a special menu on Nov. 11. In addition, they will get a Buy One Get One coupon that will be redeemable for a pizza, pasta, or salad from Nov. 12 through Nov. 25, 2024. More information can be found at this link.
- Chick-fil-A: Veterans and active duty military members can receive a free breakfast chicken biscuit or lunch/dinner original chicken sandwich with valid ID.
- Chili’s: Veterans and active-duty military can receive a free meal when dining in the restaurant on Nov. 11. Click here for more information.
- Dave & Buster’s: Veterans get a free entree up to $20 and a free $10 Power Card on Nov. 11.
- Dunkin’: Active and retired military get one free donut on Nov. 11. Order must be placed in the store.
- Einstein Bros. Bagels: Active-duty military and veterans get a free hot or iced coffee (any size) with an in-store purchase on Nov. 11
- Firehouse Subs: Veterans and active-duty military can visit any Firehouse Subs and receive a free combo, including a medium sub, chips or a cookie, and a drink.
- Golden Corral: Military Appreciation Night is Nov. 11 from 5 p.m. to closing. This includes a free “thank you” meal when dining in.
- Grimaldi’s Pizzeria: Military service members and veterans can enjoy 25% off on menu items.
- Hooters: On Nov. 11, all retired and active-duty military who purchase a beverage can order one free meal from the Hooters Veterans Day Menu (dine-in only).
- IHOP: Active-duty military and veterans can get a free Red, White and Blueberry Pancake Combo on Nov. 11 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. when dining in.
- In-N-Out Burger: On Nov. 11, veterans, active-duty military, reserves, and National Guard receive a complimentary meal including any burger, fries, and beverage on the menu.
- Krispy Kreme: Veterans and active duty military members can receive a free coffee and doughnut at all locations.
- Little Caesars: On Nov. 11, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., veterans and active-duty military can enjoy a free Lunch Combo, which includes four slices of Detroit-style deep dish pizza and a 20 oz. beverage.
- Olive Garden: Active-duty military and veterans are being offered a complimentary entree from a special menu on Nov. 11 for dine-in only.
- Outback Steakhouse: Active-duty military and veterans will receive a free Bloomin’ Onion and beverage with the purchase of an entree (dine-in only) on Nov. 11
- Red Lobster: Veterans, active-duty military, and reservists get free Veteran’s Shrimp & Chip, french fries, and coleslaw on Nov. 11 for dine-in only.
- Red Robin: On Nov. 11, active-duty military and veterans can order a complimentary Red’s Big Tavern Burger and Bottomless Side while dining in a restaurant.
- Scooters Coffee: Free medium drinks are available to veterans.
- Starbucks: Veterans and military service members and spouses will receive a free tall (12-ounce) brewed coffee (iced or hot) on Nov. 11. More information here.
- Texas Roadhouse: On Nov. 1, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., veterans and active-duty military can dine in from a special menu or receive a meal voucher to use at a later date for dine-in or carry-out. The voucher is good until May 30, 2025.
- Whataburger: Veterans and military members in uniform or with a valid ID will get a 16-ounce hot or iced coffee. Only valid in-store.
Other Deals:
- Home Depot: A 10% discount is offered to veterans on all in-store purchases during the month of November.
- Target: From Oct. 29 through Nov. 11, all active duty military members, veterans and their families can receive 10% off — can be used on two separate transactions and applies to all in-basket items, online and in-store.