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Where Can Veterans Get Free Meals on Veterans Day?

Restaurants like Applebee's, Chili's and Starbucks are offering free meals to veterans and active military members on November 11.

Veterans Day is Monday, November 11. And in honor of those who have served our nation, many chain restaurants are offering military members free meals or discounts. There are deals for free breakfast, lunch, dinner and donations and deals throughout the month.

Applebee’s – Military veterans and active service members can choose from one of 7 free entrees on Monday, Nov. 11. Military ID or proof of service is required. There is an Applebee’s located at 4210 Johns Creek Parkway. 

California Pizza Kitchen – Get a free pizza when you come in uniform or present proper identification. Offer only valid for dine-in on Monday, Nov. 11. The nearest location is at the Forum at Peachtree, 5173 Peachtree Parkway, Peachtree Corners. 

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Carraba’s – Enjoy a free appetizer on Veteran’s Day. Proof of service is required. Carraba’s in Gwinnett County is located at 420 Peachtree Parkway in Cumming.

Chili’s – On Monday, Nov. 11, vets and active service members can choose one of seven meals for dinner or any lunch combo during lunch hours for free. Proof of service is required. Offer only valid for dine-in. The nearest Chili’s is in Alpharetta at 7800 N. Point Parkway.

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Denny’s – Veterans and active military can eat all the pancakes they want on Monday, Nov. 11 between 6a.m. and 2p.m. The closest location is at 5534 Jimmy Carter Blvd in Norcross.

Einstein Bros. Bagels – Get a free Classic or Signature bagel and topping between 5:30a.m. and 5p.m. with proper ID. There is an Einstein's in Johns Creek at 11600 Medlock Bridge Road.

Golden Corral – The buffet restaurant is hosting their annual “Military Appreciation Monday” with a “thank you” dinner from 4pm until 9pm on Nov. 11. The nearest Golden Corral is located at 915 North Point Drive in Alpharetta. 

Hooter’s – Active military members and veterans can enjoy a free meal (up to $10.99 value) with the purchase of a beverage on Monday, Nov. 11.  There is a Hooter's located in Roswell at 795 Holcomb Bridge Road.

Krispy Kreme – Participating locations are giving away a free doughnut and small coffee to veterans and active duty military on Veteran’s Day. There is a location in Roswell at 10780 Alpharetta Highway.

Little Caesars – Veterans and active military can take home a free order of crazy bread on Monday. There is a location in Alpharetta at 5162 McGinnis Ferry Road. 

LongHorn Steakhouse – The steakhouse chain is giving those who have served a complimentary Texas Onion and non-alcoholic drink. This deal is good Monday Nov. 11-Thursday Nov. 14. There is a location in Johns Creek at 10845 Medlock Bridge Road.

Olive Garden – Get a free meal from a special menu on Veterans Day if you’re a vet or active military member. The Italian chain is also offering a 10% discount for current military members and their family throughout the month of November. There is a location in Roswell at 905 Holcomb Bridge Road.

On the Border – The Mexican chain will let veterans and active military members order a free entrée from the “Create Your Own Combo” menu on Veterans Day. They will also donate 15% of your purchase to “Carry the Load,” a non-profit military organization, if you bring in this flyer.

Red Lobster – Veterans and active military members can receive a free appetizer from a selected list on Veteran’s Day. There is a location in Roswell at 1050 Holcomb Bridge Road.

Red Robin – The burger chain is offering a free Red’s Tavern Double and fries to military members and veterans on Monday, Nov. 11 with proper ID. The nearest restaurant is located at 370 Peachtree Parkway in Cumming.

Starbucks - Veterans, active military members as well as their spouses can enjoy a free tall brewed coffee at Starbucks nationwide.

T.G.I.Friday’s – Veterans and active military members can get a free lunch at Friday’s on Monday between 11a.m. and 2p.m. There is a Friday's located at 6250 N. Point Parkway in Alpharetta.

Do you know of any local restaurants or businesses offering discounts to veterans and military members for Veterans Day? Tell us about them in the comment section below.


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