Veterans Day Free Meals, Discounts In Virginia

WASHINGTON, DC — There is a laundry list full of free meals and discounts for active duty or retired military personnel on Veterans Day 2017 in northern Virginia. Remember, not all locations participate in Veterans Day promotions, so call ahead to be sure. Most require some form of ID or proof of service. Being in uniform is sometimes good enough, but double check first. If you know of a great discount that isn't on the list, add it in the comments section. Thank you for your service.

STARBUCKS
A free tall coffee for military personnel and their spouses on Nov. 11. Also, through Nov. 15, for every Veterans Day Starbucks Card purchased, Starbucks will donate $5 to Team Rubicon, Team Red, White & Blue, and The Mission Continues.

MISSION BBQ
Free sandwiches for military members on Veterans Day. Both active service members and veterans are eligible for free sandwiches and cake.
CARRABBA'S
Free appetizer for veterans and active military members on Nov. 11 with the purchase of an entree and a Coca-Cola beverage. Mention the offer to redeem.

CHEVYS FRESH MEX
Free build your own 3-item combo for veterans and active military on Nov. 11. All persons must have a military ID.

CHIPOTLE
Buy-one-get-one-free burrito, bowl, salad or order of tacos on Nov. 7, with military ID.
OLIVE GARDEN
Free meal Nov. 11 with proof of service.
APPLEBEE'S
Free meal Nov. 11 with proof of service.
GOLDEN CORRAL
Free buffet and beverage Nov. 13, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. — No ID required.
CHILI'S
Free meal Nov. 11 with proof of service.
T.G.I. FRIDAYS
Free lunch for all veterans from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. — ID required.
TEXAS ROADHOUSE
Free lunch between from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. — ID required.
DENNY'S
Free Build Your Own Grand Slam on Nov. 10, from 5 a.m. to noon. — ID required.
RED LOBSTER
Free appetizer or dessert Nov. 11 from a limited menu — ID required.
RED ROBBIN
Free Red's Tavern Double Burger with Bottomless Steak Fries on Nov. 11 — ID required.
IHOP
Free stack of Red, White, and Blue pancakes, Nov. 10 — ID required.
OUTBACK
Free Bloomin' Onion and a beverage on Nov. 11. Additionally, Nov. 12-16, military members will receive 20 percent discount, and beginning Nov. 17, military will receive 10 percent discount year-round.
BOSTON MARKET
Two for one individual meals Nov. 10-12 at participating locations — online coupon required.
DUNKIN' DONUTS
Free doughnut Nov. 11 — ID required.
BONEFISH GRILL
Free Bang Bang Shrimp appetizer Nov. 11 — ID or military uniform required.
BOB EVANS
Free breakfast, lunch, or dinner Nov. 11 — ID or military uniform required.
FAMOUS DAVE'S
Free "Two Meat BBQ Salute" Nov. 11. Choice of two different meats served with a Corn Bread Muffin and a choice of one side, beverage not included —photo ID and proof of service required.
CRACKER BARREL
Free Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola Cake dessert —ID required.
BUFFALO WILD WINGS
free order of wings and a side of fries Nov. 11. Beverage, taxes, and gratuity not included — proof of service required.
CHUCK E. CHEESE
Free personal 1-topping pizza Nov. 11 with the promo code #5500. Everyday military offers include Large 1-topping pizza, 4 drinks & 45 play points for $28.99 ($40 value), and 2 Large 1-topping pizzas, 4 drinks & 100 play points for $46.99 ($69 value). Common Access Card or Uniformed Services ID Card required.
CICIS
Free buffet Nov. 11. Includes pizza, salad and desserts. All locations may not be participating, so call ahead to be sure — proof of service required.
CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN
Free pizza, salad or pasta when you dine in Nov. 11 — ID or military uniform required.
FRIENDLY'S
Free Veterans Day breakfast, lunch, or dinner when you dine in Nov. 11 — military ID or honorable discharge card required.
BAR LOUIE
Free burger or free flatbread Nov. 11. Not all locations may be participating, so call ahead — proof of service required.
LITTLE CAESAR'S
Free HOT-N-READY Lunch Combo, includes pizza and 20-ounce Pepsi product. Not all locations are participating, so call ahead to be sure — proof of service required.
MENCHIE'S FROZEN YOGURT
Free 6-ounce frozen yogurt Nov. 11 — ID or military uniform required.
RUBY TUESDAY
Free appetizer up to $10. Not all locations are participating, so call ahead to be sure — proof of service required.

ZOES KITCHEN
Free entree to all veterans and active members of the military who present their military ID at checkout.
GOLDEN CORRAL
Veterans and active-duty members get a free thank-you dinner as part of Golden Corral's Military Appreciation Night on Nov. 13.

ON THE BORDER
Free combo meal for active and retired U.S. military on Nov. 11. Present a valid military ID or proof of service.

OLD COUNTRY BUFFET

Ongoing daily discount of 15% for all active duty, reserve or retired military personnel in uniform or with a valid ID. In addition, on Military Monday, the service member can get a discount for up to three other family members.

MIMI'S CAFE

Free entree for veterans and active-duty military on Nov. 11. The free entree can be ordered from a special Mimi’s menu with purchase of beverage and proof of service.

WALGREENS
Customers with a reward card get 20 percent off store items nationwide — Valid ID or proof of service required.

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