Veterans Day deals
Companies across America are offering deals to those who’ve served our country this Veterans Day, according to a finance website for military.
The Military Wallet and its founder/author Ryan Guina reports more than two dozen national chains are offering free meals or discounts on products on Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11.
Kindly (root word-kind!) let us know about local offerings in the desert, and we will add it to the list with proper verification. We’ve edited the national list to only include deals in the Coachella Valley, but click here to see the deals across the U.S.
Thank you, veterans, for your service and sacrifice.
LIST OF DEALS FOR VETERAN’S DAY 2015
Applebee’s – Free meal to military veterans and active-duty service members on Veterans Day. There will be 7 entres to choose from, beverage and gratuity not included. Military ID or proof of service required. Applebee’s served more than one million meals to veterans and active-duty members in 2014.
California Pizza Kitchen – Choose a pizza, full size salad, or pasta from the special Veterans Day Menu. Dine-in only. Please come in uniform or bring your military I.D. or other proof of service.
Denny’s – Free Build Your Own Grand Slam® on Nov. 11, from 5 a.m. to noon for all active, inactive, and retired military personnel. Participating locations only. Please call ahead.
IHOP – 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Free Red, White and Blue pancakes, or Red, White and Blue pancakes combo plate including eggs, bacon and hashed browns. Participating locations only. Please call ahead to verify participation.
Little Caesars Pizza – Free pizza or $5 HOT-N-READY Lunch Combo to all US Armed Forces veterans and active military members between 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. With proof of military service, at participating stores nationwide. Call ahead to verify participation.
The Olive Garden – Free entre. Offer good for veterans and active duty military; proof of service required. Guests that dine with a Veteran also receive 10% off of their bill as well!
Outback Steakhouse – Outback Steakhouse is honoring America’s military veterans by offering active duty military and veterans a free Bloomin’ Onion and a non-alcoholic beverage. This offer is available to Military Personnel and veterans with ID. Also receive 15% off your purchase from Nov. 12 – Dec. 31, 2015.
Red Lobster – Monday, November 9 through Thursday, November 12, 2015. Free Appetizer or Dessert during the week of Veterans Day with military ID or proof of service. Vets may choose from a select list of appetizers and desserts.
Red Robin – Free Red’s Tavern Double and Bottomless Steak Fries for all Red Robin guests with a military ID or proof of service.
Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza & Grill – Free garlic cheese bread or hummus with grilled herb flatbread for active duty military and veterans with ID or proof of service. Dine-in only and at only at participating locations.
Sizzler Restaurant – Free lunch served until 4 p.m. Choice of 3 entrees, and a free coffee, tea, or fountain drink. Not valid for salad bar or gratuity. Valid with proof of military service. Dine-in only at participating locations.
Starbucks – Free tall brewed coffee for active duty, veterans, and their spouses. Participating stores only. Please call ahead.
Wienerschnitzel – Free hot dog and small soft drink at participating locations. Locations.
Sidewinder Grill in Desert Hot Springs – 4th annual free turkey dinner for all veterans, their spouses and families. Also for Canadian veterans and their families and all active military. From 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. at 66121 Pierson Blvd.
Before going to a local business to redeem your deal, The Military Wallet notes these disclaimers:
Proof of Military Service – Most companies require some form of military ID. These include: a Military ID Card (active/reserve/retired), VA ID card, Current Leave and Earnings Statement (LES), Drivers License with Veterans Designation, Photograph in uniform, wearing your uniform (if your service permits), Veterans Organization Card (e.g., American Legion and VFW), DD214, discharge paperwork, or other form of identification. Note, there is a New Federal Veterans ID Card coming soon. Other restaurants and companies may go by the honor system. Participation – Always call ahead to verify locations, times, and participation. Many of the listed companies are franchises and may have different policies.
