Best deals, freebies and discounts for Veterans Day 2023: Dunkin’, Hooters, Denny’s...
To commemorate Veterans Day, various restaurants and stores offer discounts, freebies and deals to men and women who have served in the military.
The United States is celebrating Veterans Day on Saturday, November 11, to honor all the men and women who have served in the various branches of the US military, whether it be in times of peace or in times of war.
As the day falls on a Saturday, the federal holiday will instead be moved to the previous day, which is Friday, November 10.
Veterans Day is celebrated to express gratitude to all military veterans for their service and sacrifice in the United States Armed Forces, with many of them risking their lives.
Unlike Memorial Day, Veterans Day focuses on living soldiers who went to war, while the other celebration pays tribute to all those who died in battle or as a result of wounds sustained in battle.
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Veterans Day 2023: The best offers, freebies and deals
To celebrate the soldiers who have fought for the country, various restaurants and stores have discounts, freebies and offers for veterans. Here are some of the best deals, according to the site Military.com, which specializes in information about members and veterans of the United States armed forces.
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Restaurants & freebies
- Applebee's: Active and veteran members can receive a free 12-inch cheese pizza when they present their ID on November 11. Only applies to eating at the restaurant.
- BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse: On purchases over $9.95, veterans can enjoy a free Chocolate Chunk Pizookie when they show their ID on November 11. Those who spend more than $14.95 will receive a return coupon that they can exchange for a meal from December 12 to December 31 of this year.
- Buffalo Wild Wings: Free fries and 10 boneless wings when you present your ID on November 11. The promotion only applies to eating at the restaurant.
- California Pizza Kitchen: Veterans and active members who present their ID on November 11 will be able to receive a complimentary meal on November 11.
- Chili's: Active members and veterans can receive a free meal from a select menu on November 11 by presenting your ID. The promotion only applies when eating in restaurants.
- Circle K: There will be free coffee for all veterans, active duty members and military personnel. To claim your drink, you'll need to download the Circle K app and follow the instructions.
- Denny's: A free Original Grand Slam on November 10. The application applies from 5:00 a.m. for dine-in customers only. Veterans and military personnel only need to present their ID to claim the promotion.
- Dunkin’: Active members and veterans will receive a free donut of their choice on November 11 when they present their ID at the branches.
- Hooters: With the purchase of a drink, active members and veterans can receive a free entree from the Hooters Veterans Day Menu. The promotion applies on November 11 and is valid when eating in restaurants.
- IHOP: On November 11, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., veterans and active members can receive a free pancake combo when they present their ID at restaurants and dine in.
- Ikea: From November 10 to 12, veterans will be able to dine for free as long as they present a valid ID.
- Little Caesars: Veterans and active members can get a free lunch combo from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. when presenting your ID on November 11.
- Red Lobster: On November 11, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., active members and veterans will receive a printed coupon for Veterans Shrimp & Chips, which can be redeemed from November 13 to December 10.
- Shoney’s: Free breakfast until 11 a.m. for veterans and active members on November 11. Only applies to eating in restaurants and when showing a valid ID.
- Starbucks: Free tall coffee on November 11 for veterans, military service members and veterans' spouses. You must present official identification.
- Texas Roadhouse: A free meal on November 11 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. from the special menu for veterans when eating in the restaurant. If you prefer, you can request a coupon valid until May 30, 2024. You only need a valid military ID.
- Wendy’s: Active members and veterans will get a free breakfast combo on November 11 during breakfast hours, when dining at the restaurant. You just have to show your ID.
Discounts and offers: shops and flights
- CheapOair: By using the code VTRN25 you can get up to $25 off flights. The promotion is valid for booking flights until November 15.
- Ikea: Active members and veterans can receive a discount of up to 15% (maximum purchase $3,000) when purchasing home furniture from November 10 to 22. You need a valid ID to claim the promotion.
- Kohl's: Up to 30% off qualifying purchases from Nov. 10-12 for veterans, active duty members and family members. The promotion applies with an official ID.
- Kroger: With a valid ID, veterans, active members and dependents can receive a 10% discount in stores on November 11. In addition to identification, you will need to use the rewards or buyer card to qualify for the promotion.
- Publix: Active members and veterans will receive a 10% discount on food on November 11. Only valid for in-store purchases with a military ID.
- Target: From October 29 to November 11, veterans, active members and their family members will receive a 10% discount on their purchases. The promotion applies to both purchases in physical stores and online.
- Under Armour: Up to 40% on purchases from November 2 to 19 for veterans, active members and spouses. Official identification is required to make the promotion valid.
- Walgreens: From November 10 to 13, veterans, active members and family members can receive a 20% discount on eligible items. You must present an official military ID.