Local Restaurants to Offer Free Meals for Veterans

To honor those who have served our country, a number of restaurants are offering free or discounted meals in observance of Veterans Day.

The Military Wallet, an independent website, has compiled a list of chain restaurants and their special promotions for Friday. The website advises that all veterans and active servicemembers provide proof of military service.

The following restaurants have locations nearby. (Note: call ahead to verify locations, times and participation.)

• : From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., participating Chili’s restaurants will offer military men and women free meals from a limited menu of six items. The offer is good for dine-in only; beverages and gratuity are not included.
• : From 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. miliary veterans can pick up a free small slurpee to sip on.
• : Select Subway restaurants will give free six-inch or flatbread sandwiches to military veterans.
• : Select diners will offer a free Grand Slam breakfast to veterans this Friday.

By Southland Mall

• Applebee’s: The “eating good in the neighborhood” chain served more than a million meals last year. On Friday, Applebee’s will again offer free meals with seven entrées to choose from.
• The Olive Garden: Veterans and active duty military can enjoy a free entrée off a special menu during regular business hours on Friday. All entrées inlcude freshly baked garlic sticks and a choice of soup or salad.

To see other special Veterans Day offers, visit the Military Wallet website.