Veteran’s Day 2025: Free Food and Drink Deals for Veterans and Active Duty Service Members
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As the nation prepares to honour its veterans and active-duty military members on Veteran’s Day this year, many restaurants across the country are stepping up to show their appreciation by offering free cheeseburgers, smoothies, and other enticing deals. From popular chains like Applebee’s to Starbucks, the food industry is coming together to celebrate and thank the military community for their service with a range of special promotions.
Applebee’s is extending a generous offer to active and retired service members who can enjoy a free entrée from the exclusive Veteran’s Day Menu, featuring delectable options such as the 6-oz. Sirloin, Fiesta Lime Chicken, and Double Crunch Shrimp. Additionally, they will receive a $5 gift card redeemable for a future purchase within three weeks of Veteran’s Day, making this deal even more rewarding.
Blaze Pizza is showing their support by offering a complimentary one-topping pie to current and former service members, giving them a delicious treat to enjoy on this special day. Meanwhile, California Pizza Kitchen is inviting all veterans and active-duty service members to indulge in a free entrée and drink from a prix fixe menu, with the added bonus of a BOGO gift card for their next visit.
Chipotle is joining in the festivities by providing active-duty military members and veterans with a buy-one-get-one-free deal on entrees between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. – a perfect opportunity for service members to treat themselves to a delicious meal. In a similar vein, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf is offering veterans and active-duty military members a free regular-sized drink, extending this gesture of appreciation to their spouses as well.
Firehouse Subs is participating in the celebrations by offering veterans and active-duty service members a special buy-one-get-one-free sandwich deal, allowing them to enjoy a hearty sub with a loved one. Red Lobster is also joining the cause by offering members of the military community a free Shrimp & Chips entrée on November 11th, adding a touch of seafood delight to the day’s festivities.
For those craving a juicy burger, Red Robin is providing a complimentary Red’s Big Tavern Burger with a choice of bottomless side for veterans and active-duty service members who present their military ID. Shake Shack is stepping up by offering service members a free Big Shack burger, adding a tasty treat to their Veteran’s Day celebrations.
Smoothie King is expressing gratitude to current and former military members by offering free 20-oz. smoothies from noon until 3 p.m., giving them a refreshing and nutritious option to enjoy. Meanwhile, Starbucks is extending a special treat to military service members, veterans, and military spouses with a free tall hot or iced coffee to enjoy on Veteran’s Day.
In the spirit of giving back, Taco John’s is providing veterans and active-duty military members with a free small Beef Crispy or Softshell Taco Combo, offering a savoury option for a meal on the house. TGI Fridays is ensuring that veterans and active-duty military members are well-fed by offering a free meal from select menu options from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., including favourites like a cheeseburger with fries, chicken caesar salad, and a half rack of ribs.
Lastly, White Castle is showing their appreciation by offering free combo meals or breakfast combo meals to all veterans and active-duty service members, giving them a comforting and satisfying meal on Veteran’s Day. As a token of gratitude for their dedicated service to the nation, these food establishments are coming together to make Veteran’s Day 2025 a memorable and tasty experience for all those who have served.