Businesses Offer Free Meals, Discounts to Veterans

While Elk Grove will honor military veterans with a parade Friday, many businesses are marking the occasion as well.

The Military Wallet website has posted a list of national store and restaurant chains that offer special Veterans Day discounts to veterans and service members.

Since Elk Grove is a smorgasbord of chains, many of these deals are available right here in town. Be sure to bring your military ID or veterans organization card with you, as most require proof of military service.

Here are a few highlights. All deals listed are available to both veterans and active service members.

Applebee's and Chili's are both offering free meals from a special menu.

is giving out free six-inch subs at select stores. Call ahead to confirm.

Texas Roadhouse will serve a free Veterans Day lunch.

and are both offering 10 percent off purchases (also available on other days to active duty soldiers, but not all veterans).

And, for families looking to take a road trip:

The National Park Service is waiving entrance fees for all parks from Nov. 11-13.

Southern California amusement park Knott's Berry Farm will allow any veteran or service member plus one guest in free during Military Tribute Days, now through Nov. 24.

The Military Wallet's full list of Veterans Day deals.