Veterans Day: Restaurants With Free Meals For Retired, Active Military Members
BOSTON (CBS) – Friday is Veterans Day, and many restaurants across the United States will honor those who have served with free meals and other discounts.
Here's a look at some of the eateries in the Boston area with Veterans Day giveaways – most of the deals also apply to active military service members. Keep in mind that restaurants may ask for proof of service, like a military ID.
Applebee's: Free meal from select menu for veterans and active duty military.
Bonefish Grill: Complimentary Bang Bang Shrimp for all active and retired service members.
Buffalo Wild Wings: Free small order of traditional or boneless wings with a side of fries for veterans and active military.
Chili's: Free entree from select menu for veterans and active military.
Chipotle: Buy one, get one free burrito, salad, bowl or taco order for veterans and active military from 3 p.m. to close.
Cracker Barrel: Free slice of double chocolate fudge cake for veterans.
Denny's: Veterans get a free Grand Slam breakfast on Friday from 5 a.m. to noon.
Friendly's: Free "Big-Two-Do" breakfast or All-American Burger at lunch and dinner for veterans and active military.
Hooters: Free meal from select menu for veterans and active duty military. Beverage purchase required.
IHOP: Free red, white and blue pancakes for veterans and active duty military.
Little Caesars: Free $5 lunch combo for veterans and active military from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Longhorn Steakhouse: Free appetizer or dessert for anyone with proof of military service. Ten percent off for guests that dine with veterans.
Olive Garden: Free entrée from select menu for veterans and active duty military.
Outback Steakhouse: Free Bloomin' Onion and beverage for veterans and active military members.
Red Lobster: Free appetizer or dessert from select menu for veterans and active duty military.
Red Robin: Free Tavern Double Burger and bottomless fries for veterans and active military.
Ruby Tuesday: Free appetizer for veterans and active duty military.
TGI Fridays: Free lunch for veterans and active duty military. See restaurant for details.
Texas Roadhouse: Free lunch for veterans and active military from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
More deals for veterans and active service members can be found at themilitarywallet.com
