The 2015 Veterans Day Meal Discounts

Just as they did last year, several national restaurant chains will offer food specials over the next couple of days to honor U.S. military veterans for their service.

U.S. Flag and the MIA-POW flagApplebee’s Neighborhood Grill and Bar is inviting veterans and active-duty members of the military in on Veterans Day (Wednesday, November 11th) for a free Applebee’s Signature Entrée among seven menu favorites at all of the chain’s locations.

Denny’s is offering a free Build Your Own Grand Slam® on Nov. 11, from 5 a.m. to noon for all active, inactive, and retired military personnel. Participating locations only.

Golden Corral is hosting a Military Appreciation Day on Monday, November 11. The event will take place from 5 PM to 9 PM at all nationwide locations.  Anyone who has served in the U.S. military, National Guard or Reserves will get a free buffet dinner and beverage.

Red Lobster is providing active duty military, reserve, and military veterans a free appetizer Monday, November 9 through Thursday, November 12, 2015.

Chili’s is offering veterans a choice of one of 7 meals during the dinner hour, or any lunch combo. The offer is available only at participating Chili’s in the U.S on Tuesday, November 11 2015.

Olive Garden is offering a free entrée  to veterans and active duty military personnel with proof of service on November 11, 2015.

California Pizza Kitchen is offering a  Free Veterans Day meal for veterans and active military personnel on Wednesday, November 11.  Includes pizza and non-alcoholic drink.  Just show up in uniform or bring a valid military ID or other proof of service.

Finally, Famous Dave’s Barbeque Restaurants is offering a free One Meat Salute. Veterans can choose one meat, a corn muffin, and a side. Proof of service is required.

More deals can be found here, but don’t be afraid to ask a restaurant if they are offering any Veterans Day discounts or specials.  Remember, that in most cases, beverages are not part of any promotional meals and in no case is gratuity included. So don’t forget to tip your server/waiter based on the normal everyday price of the meal.