Where To Eat Free On Veterans Day 2018

CALIFORNIA –In a show of appreciation to all U.S. military personnel, past and present, restaurants throughout the Golden State are saluting veterans and active-duty with offers of free meals, deals and specials to mark Veterans Day 2018.

This year, Veterans Day falls on Sunday, Nov. 11, with the federal holiday designated Monday, Nov. 12. Click on the links listed below for details on the offers, and it's always a good idea to call and confirm your locale is participating with the freebies.

And to all military service members, current and retired, we appreciate your service to the country. Enjoy, from Patch!

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Acapulco: Free 3-item combo for military personnel, past and present on Nov. 11. Choose among tacos, enchiladas, taquitos, tamales and chile relleno. Offer is available from 3 p.m. to closing, not during brunch. Details here. Locations here.

Applebee’s: Applebee’s annually offers veterans and active duty military a free meal on Nov. 11. It continues the tradition this year.

Bar Louie: Free meal for vets and active military from open to close Nov. 11 at Bar Louie locations in Northridge, Tustin and Downey. Offer includes a free burger or flatbread (up to $15 value). Military ID required. Plus, Nov. 5-12, guests can donate via an add-on to their checks to Operation Homefront.

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse: Free entrees, up to $12.95, plus free Dr Pepper beverages, on Nov. 11 by presenting military ID or proof of service. Dine-in only. And throughout the month, current and retired military can reserve a free Pizookie® as part of BJ's "Buy a Hero a Pizookie." Guests who would like to honor these heroes can contribute $1 or more on their restaurant bills to the program. To claim a free BJ's Pizookie, current or retired military can visit https://www.bjsrestaurants.com/heropizookie, through Nov. 30, while supplies last. BJ's locations in California are here.

Black Angus: Veterans and active military on Nov. 12 can enjoy an 8 oz. Certified Angus Beef® Top Sirloin, mashed potatoes, broccoli with garlic butter and a non-alcoholic beverage for just $9.99. Read details here.

Buffalo Wild Wings: Participating restaurants will offer free small boneless or traditional wings and fries on Nov. 11 for all veterans or active-duty service members. Dine-in only, and valid military ID is required. Click here for locations, and call to confirm participation.

California Pizza Kitchen: Veterans or active duty military can select a free entree from a special Veterans Day menu including pizza, salads and pasta on Nov. 11. Wear your uniform or bring military ID or proof of service. Details here. Dine-in only.

Cattlemens: Free 8-oz. sirloin steak dinner for veterans, active military and inactive military on Nov. 11. See details. Locations here.

Chevy’s Fresh Mex: Veterans and current service members get a three-item combo on Nov. 11 (tacos, enchiladas, flautas, tamales, chile relleno). Must present valid ID. Location finder here. Offer is available from 3 p.m. to closing, not during brunch.

Chili's: Military and vets can enjoy a free meal on Nov. 11. See details, entree options here and to find participating locales.

Chipotle: Veterans and active duty get a special BOGO deal on Nov. 11 on burritos, bowls, salads and taco orders from stores' opening to closing hours. Details here.

Cracker Barrel: Veterans and active duty military receive a free piece of Coca-Cola Cake on Nov. 11. California Cracker Barrels are in Sacramento and Victorville.

Dunkin': On Nov. 11, at participating Dunkin' restaurants nationwide, veterans and active duty military are eligible to receive a free donut of their choice with no purchase necessary. Read details here.

El Torito: Complimentary meal Nov. 11 for vets and military from three-item menu, choosing among tacos, enchiladas, flautas, tamales and chile relleno. Locations here. And details here. Offer is available from 3 p.m. to closing, not during brunch.

El Torito Grill: Veterans and current service members get a complimentary meal. Choose between a two-item combo Fajita Salad, Mesquite Grilled Chicken Tostada and Carnitas Yucatán. Must present valid ID. Locations here. Offer is available from 3 p.m. to closing, not during brunch.

Famous Dave's: On Nov. 11 and Nov. 12, Famous Dave’s thanks former and current military for their service with a free 2-Meat Salute. Details here. Location listings here. Military photo ID and proof of service required.

Farmer Boys: On Nov. 12, participating Farmer Boys locations will give a free Big Cheese burger to veterans with proof of ID and when mentioning the offer when ordering. Offer not valid via drive-thru, phone or third-party orders. Details here. Find your nearest Farmer Boys here and call to confirm participation.

Golden Corral: Military Appreciation night is Nov. 12 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Anyone who served in the U.S. military is eligible to receive a free meal. Guests, including family, are welcome to join, but pay full-menu pricing. Dine-in only. Find locations here.

Grub Burger Bar: Past and present military get a complimentary entree on Nov. 11. Grub provides an ongoing year round discount for veterans by offering a 10 percent percent off any purchase with a valid military I.D. or uniform. Details here. Grub locations are in Santa Clara, Whittier and Carmel Mountain/San Diego.

HomeTown Buffet: Military Monday happens to fall on observed Veterans Day (Nov. 12). Show proof of service and get special discounts for yourself and up to three family members. Discounted prices are $1.99 for a kids' meal, $6.29 for lunch and $9.29 for dinner. There are 34 Hometown Buffets in the Golden State. Find them here.

Hooters: All active-duty and retired military get a free entrée from the Hooters Veterans Day Menu Nov. 11 - with military ID or proof of service and purchase of a beverage at participating locations. Dine-in only. Details here. Locations here. Call to confirm participation.

Jimboy’s Tacos: Veterans with military ID on Nov. 11 are offered free meals (up to $10 value) at participating locations. See Jimboy's here on Facebook.

Kolache Factory: On Nov. 11, veterans and active duty are offered free breakfasts (a fresh made kolache) and coffee. See offer here. In California, Kolache Factory is in Tustin.

Little Caesars: All veterans and active military receive a free, $5 Hot-N-Ready® Lunch Combo at participating stores from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Nov. 11. That's a four-slice, DEEP!DEEP!™ Dish pizza, paired with a 20-ounce Pepsi product. Details are here! Locations here; call to confirm participation.

Lucille’s Smokehouse Bar-B-Que: On Nov. 11-12, active and former military can enjoy a complimentary dessert and a 20-percent discount with proof of service. Veterans also receive 20 percent off the entire month of November, excluding Thanksgiving Day, for "Military Family Month." Promo details here. Find your nearest Lucille's here.

McCormick & Schmick’s: Vets and Gold Star Honorees (parents and spouses) can get a free lunch or dinner on Nov. 11. Options include Salmon Rigatoni, Tender Beef Medallions, Beer Battered Fish & Chips and more. See the full Veterans Day menu. Find your closest eatery here.

Menchie's Frozen Yogurt: "We don't know them all, but we owe them all." All veterans will receive their first 6 ounces of frozen yogurt free on Nov. 11. Details here. California locations here.

On the Border: Veterans with a valid military ID or proof of service get a free Create-Your-Own-Combo 2 Meal. Served with Mexican rice and beans, plus endless chips and salsa. Location finder here.

Pilot Flying J: From Nov. 10-12, active-duty and retired military are treated to a free breakfast, which includes a free coffee of any size with a choice of a PJ Fresh breakfast sandwich, packaged pastry item or a Cinnabon Center of the Roll. Read details here. Find locations here.

Red Lobster: On Nov. 11-12, guests can show valid military IDs or proof of service to redeem an offer for a free appetizer or dessert from a special menu. Click here to see options. Find your nearest Red Lobster here.

Red Robin: Show proof of military service on Nov. 11 and enjoy a free Red’s Tavern Double Burger and Bottomless Steak Fries. Details here. Dine-in only. At participating locations, so confirm with your nearest Red Robin's here.

Rock & Brews: On Nov. 12, veterans, active military and first responders can choose either a complimentary Pulled Pork Sandwich with a side dish or a Strawberry Fields Salad. ID required, and dine-in only. Locations here.

SAJJ Mediterranean: On Nov. 11 and 12, those with military ID can receive a fee entree. This special is available all day at its locations in Rancho Santa Margarita, Menlo Park, Mountain View, San Jose, Sunnyvale and both sites in San Francisco.

24 Hour Fitness: The company is offering free workouts and classes to all retired and active duty members on Nov. 11 at locations nationwide. No need to be a member. Details here.

Wienerschnitzel: Veterans, active military and reservists get a free chili dog, small fries and 20-oz. drink at Wienerschnitzel on Nov. 11. Present valid military ID to receive the offer. P.S. Cheese is extra.

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FOR OTHER SPECIAL OFFERS:

Retail Deals:

• Great Clips: Veterans and current military members who visit a Great Clips salon on Nov. 11 will get a free cut that day or a free haircut card to use later. Not a military member? Purchase a haircut on Nov. 11 and receive a free haircut card to give to a veteran in your life.
• Lowe’s: Veterans and active military get 10 percent off purchases Veterans Day and every day.
• Sears Garage Services: Anyone with a valid military ID can get 10 percent off any product or service Nov. 9 to 12.
• SmileDirectClub: During Veterans Day weekend, Nov. 9-12, SmileDirectClub will give active military and veterans $200 off an invisible aligner purchase. To get this deal, visit one of the brand’s 150 locations with military ID. Plus, the company will donate 10 percent off sales from this promo to the Fisher House Foundation.

Entertainment & Travel Deals

• CheapOair: Use this promo code to get Veterans Day travel discounts through Nov. 12.
• Disney World: Book by Dec. 19 (for stays Jan. 1 through March 24 and April 6 through Dec. 19) and get special military rates.
• Red Roof Inn: Through Dec. 31, all active duty military and veterans get 20 percent off the best available rate for stays that occur through Feb. 28. You must use the coupon code on this page.
• Super 8: Military members (current and retired) and their families get 20 percent off through Dec. 11 at Super 8. Plus, if you book using this offer through a Wyndham direct booking channel, you’ll automatically be enrolled into a Wyndham Rewards account and get 500 bonus points.

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