Veterans Day 2024: All the Restaurants Offering Free and Discounted Meals

From free doughnuts to free buffets, here's what the veteran in your life can take advantage of on Monday.

November 11 marks Veterans Day, a day to honor and thank living veterans for their service, and as the Veterans Affairs office explains, "acknowledge that their contributions to our national security are appreciated, and to underscore the fact that all those who served — not only those who died — have sacrificed and done their duty."

So, on this day, thank a veteran, and maybe take the veteran in your life out for a little treat. Here are all the best deals veterans can take advantage of on Monday.

Krispy Kreme

On Monday, Krispy Kreme is offering a free small coffee (hot or iced) and a free doughnut of choice to all service members and military veterans. The deal is limited to one per guest, and no proof or purchase is necessary.

Cicis

Cicis Pizza is expressing its appreciation for veterans and active-duty military personnel by offering a free Adult Buffet with a valid Military I.D. "We are deeply grateful to the men and women who have devoted their lives to serving our country," Jeff Hestel, the president of Cicis, shared in a statement with Food & Wine. "It's a privilege for us to express our appreciation by presenting them with a complimentary Adult Buffet on Veterans Day."

Smokey Bones

Smokey Bones is offering a free Create Your Own combo (one protein, one side, not valid on brisket or baby back ribs) to all active duty members and veterans with valid military ID.

White Castle

White Castle is honoring Veterans Day with a free individual combo meal or a breakfast combo meal for all veterans and active-duty service members for dine-in at participating restaurants. “This gesture symbolizes our admiration and respect for those who are currently serving in a branch of the U.S. military or those who once wore the uniform,” Jamie Richardson, vice president at White Castle, shared in a statement. “The sacrifice of the men and women in our nation’s military is appreciated every day. This complimentary meal on Veterans Day highlights our desire to say ‘thank you.’”

Buffalo Wild Wings

On Monday, all veterans and active military service members can score 10 free boneless wings and fries at Buffalo Wild Wings. Available both for dine-in and takeout with a valid ID.

Dunkin’

Dunkin’ is offering all active service military and veterans a free donut on Veterans Day. The deal is limited to one per guest in-store and while supplies last. No ID is required.

Hard Rock Cafe

Active-duty military and veterans can get a complimentary Legendary Burger this Veterans day at Hard Rock Cafe. Additionally, those accompanying veterans can also take advantage of the chain's always-available 15% military discount.

Red Lobster

Veterans and active-duty can snag a Veteran’s Shrimp & Chip at Red Lobster on Monday, which includes six Walt's Favorite Shrimp and crispy French Fries and Coleslaw when they show a valid military ID or proof of service.

IHOP

On Monday, Veterans and active-duty military members can score a free Red, White, and Blueberry Pancake Combo from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. (Valid for dine-in only at participating restaurants.)

California Pizza Kitchen

California Pizza Kitchen is giving veterans and active-duty military members a complimentary meal from a select menu this Veterans Day, along with a BOGO offer for a pizza, pasta, or salad that can be redeemed during a future visit from November 12–25.

Chili's

Chili's is giving veterans and active-duty military members a free meal (via a select menu) on November 11. A Military ID is required to redeem the offer.

Denny's

On Monday, veterans and active-duty personnel can receive a free Original Grand Slam at Denny's between 5 a.m. and 12 p.m. (Must show valid Military ID.) 

In-N-Out Burger

Veterans and active-duty military (including members of the National Guard) can receive a complimentary meal from In-N-Out, including any burger, fries, and beverage. (Again, must show ID.)

Peet's Coffee

Veterans can grab one free drip coffee or tea of any size on Monday at participating Peet's Coffee locations.

Little Caesars

Veterans can head to Little Caesars on Monday for a complimentary Lunch Combo, including four slices of Little Caesars signature Detroit-style Deep Dish pizza and a 20-ounce beverage.

Starbucks

Starbucks is giving veterans and active duty members (and their spouses) a free tall (12-ounce) brewed coffee (hot or iced) at participating U.S. stores on Monday.

Wendy’s

Veterans and active-duty military can go to Wendy's to get a free Breakfast Combo during breakfast hours on Monday at participating locations.