Members of the 374th Operations Group salute during a retreat ceremony March 17, 2017, at Yokota Air Base, Japan.
Members of the 374th Operations Group salute during a retreat ceremony March 17, 2017, at Yokota Air Base, Japan. Credit: U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Donald Hudson.

From Pizza to Donuts, Here’s a List of 9 Restaurants Offering Free Meals for Veterans Day

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Many restaurants across the Southland honor veterans with free meals or treats. If you are a veteran or on active duty, grab your military ID and take advantage of these Veterans Day offers.

Break the Fast with IHOP

Participating IHOP restaurants are offering a free breakfast combo or a free stack of fruity Red, White & Blue pancakes for veterans and active duty military. Visit IHOP’s website for more details.

Perk Up with Starbucks

Active duty personnel, veterans and military spouses can pick up a free “tall” hot or iced coffee at Starbucks this Veterans Day. A portion of every cup sold will be donated to nonprofit organizations Team RWB and Team Rubicon, which work with veterans and communities. Here’s more info on Starbucks’ deal

Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth at Dunkin’ Donuts

Participating Dunkin’ locations are offering veterans and active duty military a free donut of their choice on Veterans Day. No purchase necessary. Limit one per customer, while supplies last. This offer is available in-store only and is not offered for orders placed with the Dunkin’ mobile app. Click here to learn more.

An Entree at Applebee’s

Applebee’s honors veterans with a free entree from a special Veterans Day menu — excluding drinks and gratuity. Choices include the Three-Cheese Chicken Penne, a 6 oz. Top Sirloin, the Double Crunch Shrimp and more. Visit Applebee’s website for more info.

Dinner and a Drink at BJ’s

Veterans and active duty military personnel can enjoy a free entree from a special Veterans Day menu and a Dr. Pepper or 7UP to wash it down. Some of the choices available on the special menu include their Deep Dish Ziti, Grilled Chicken Alfredo and Jumbo Spaghetti and Meatballs. Check out BJ’s website for more information.

Grab Some ‘Za from California Pizza Kitchen

This Friday, veterans and active duty military personnel can choose a complimentary entree and non-alcoholic beverage from a special Veterans Day menu at CPK. Selections include the Mushroom Pepperoni Sausage Pizza, Garlic Cream Fettuccine with Chicken and Thai Crunch Salad. Here’s more info on California Pizza Kitchen’s Veterans Day deals.

Many Choices at Chili’s

Head over to Chili’s and gobble down a free entree from a limited menu that includes burgers, chicken, pasta and more. Offers vary by location, so check out their site for deals available near you.

Gordon Biersch Brewery

The Burbank brewery is offering veterans and active duty personnel a free entree from a Veterans Day menu. Plus, 25 cents of every pint of Veterans IPA sold from Nov. 11-17 will be donated to a local veterans charity. Find out more about Gordon Biersch here.

Feast at Hooters

Veterans and active duty personnel can enjoy a free entree from a special Veterans Day menu with the purchase of a beverage at participating locations. Choices include the Buffalo Chicken Salad, the Hooters Burger and 10-Piece Boneless Wings. Click here for more information.

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