Are you part of a military family? Know and love a veteran? Beginning this weekend, there are plenty of great FREE opportunities for veterans and those in active duty, as well as their families. Here’s a round up of some of my favorite free offerings! Thank you for what you have done and currently do to serve our nation. We are filled with gratitude. With any restaurant offer, it’s a wise idea to check with your location to guarantee participation and supply BEFORE you head out to dine.
Applebee’s: FREE Signature Entree for Veterans and Active Duty Military. Choose from a number of great offerings on this menu, Monday November 11th, dine in only, during all business offers. Requires ID or photo. For more details, go here.
Bar Louie: FREE Lunch or Dinner for Veterans or Active Duty Military on Sunday November 10th or Monday November 11th. For more information, go here.
Bob Evans: FREE All-You-Can-Eat Pancakes for Veterans or Active Duty Military Monday November 11th. Bring your ID or uniform.
Boston Market: FREE Whole Chicken with the purchase of a family meal on Monday November 11th. Show your military ID.
California Pizza Kitchen: Any Pizza from the men FREE for Veterans or Active Duty Military Monday November 11th. Come in uniform or bring Military ID.
Chammps Americana: FREE Handcrafted Burger and Fries, all day on Monday November 11th for Veterans or Active Duty Military. Go here to confirm acceptable proof of service.
Cheeseburger in Paradise: FREE All-American Burger with any beverage purchase of $1.99 or more. For stipulations, go here.
Chili’s: FREE Entree from a special menu for all Veterans or Active Duty Military on Monday, November 11th. You can also support the Wounded Warrior Project with 10% of your bill on Sunday, November 10th. Use this flyer.
Denny’s: FREE All-You-Can-Eat Pancakes for Active, Non-Active, and Retired Military Personnel, Monday, November 11th, 6 am – 2 pm. For more details, go here.
Einstein Bros: FREE Bagel and Shmear on Monday November 11 from 5:30 am to 5:00 pm for Active, Inactive, and Retired Military Personnel.
Famous Dave’s: Special offerings, varying by state and location. Go here to see Indiana’s.
Golden Corral: FREE Buffet and Drink for all Monday November 11, 4 pm – 9 pm for anyone who has served in the military. Full details and FAQs here.
Great Clips: FREE Hair cuts for Veterans. Details here.
Indianapolis Zoo: On Sunday November 10th, the Indianapolis Zoo is proud to offer all current and former members of the military FREE admission. The Zoo is closed on Monday and Tuesday this time of the year, so Veterans can get a head start to their celebrations. All non-military family members receive a 20% discount, too. Please present a form of military ID to receive free Zoo admission and guest discounts. The Zoo also offers a year-round 20% discount to all current and former members of the military, good for up to four tickets per visit!
Indiana State Museum: Also on Sunday, November 10th, don’t miss the Indiana State Museum’s Heroes from the Heartland. With interactive exhibits, a municipal band concert, reenactments, and more, veterans and their families will be well appreciated. Admission is free for veterans and active military; discounted admission for military families and those who bring a book to contribute to the Richard L. Roudebush VAMC book drive.
Little Caesar’s: FREE Crazy Bread with valid miliatry ID, Monday November 11th all day.
McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood & Steaks: FREE Entree from a Special Menu on Sunday November 10th for (This looks ah-mazing!) for Veterans. Check out the menu & details here.
Max & Erma’s: FREE Cheeseburger, choice of soup or salad, and fresh baked chocolate chip cookie, dine in only for Active Duty Military or Veterans on Monday, November 11th. For full details, go here.
Meineke: FREE Oil Changes.
Mike’s Carwash: Select locations are offering FREE car washes for Veterans on Monday November 11th from 7 am to 9 pm.
O’Charley’s: FREE Meal for Active Military Personnel or Veterans from the $9.99 menu on Monday November 11th.
Olive Garden: FREE Entree from a special menu and 10% Off the bill for the rest of your family on Monday November 11th.
On the Border: FREE Create Your Own Combo Meal for Veterans PLUS a great fundraiser, too.
Starbucks: FREE Tall Brewed Coffee for veterans, active duty military and their spouses, Monday November 11th.
Texas Roadhouse: FREE Lunch for Veterans Monday November 11th from a special menu, including a drink!
T.G.I. Fridays: FREE Lunch, Monday November 11th, 11 am – 2 pm for Veterans and Active Duty Military.
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