Petty Officer 3rd Class Jason Goodpaster from Lawrenceburg, Kentucky, enjoys chicken wings during a wing-eating contest. (Photo by Kris R. Lindstrom/U.S. Navy)
Every year, Veterans Day offers a chance for U.S. military veterans to enjoy discounts and freebies, almost like an early Thanksgiving feast. But to make the most of these deals, a bit of planning is key. If you’re prepared, you can really make Veterans Day a celebration of food, drink, and gratitude.
With an increasing number of restaurants, gas stations, and grocery stores joining in, the array of Veterans Day offerings has expanded significantly. While it would be nearly impossible to hit every place offering free treats, it's worth trying to cover as many as possible.
### What You Need to Know About Veterans Day Food Deals
Many locations allow for pre-order, carry-out, or curbside pickup, making it easier than ever to enjoy your freebies without waiting in long lines. Just be sure to call ahead to confirm the promotion is still available. If you're venturing out, maximize your stops by planning an efficient route to get the most out of your free food day.
### Veterans Day Timeline for Maximum Deals
#### Breakfast
Early risers can start with a Build Your Own Grand Slam at Denny’s starting at 5:00 a.m. Other options include a breakfast combo from Wendy’s and Village Inn, or a Red, White, and Blueberry Pancake Combo at IHOP starting at 7:00 a.m. Biscuit Belly and Another Broken Egg Cafe also have delicious breakfast offerings, and coffee fans can get a free brew at Peet’s, Starbucks, or Casey’s General Stores.
#### Lunch
Veterans who didn’t get an early start can join the lunch rush with free meals starting around 11:00 a.m. TGI Fridays, Texas Roadhouse, and Sizzler have free lunch options for vets, and Buffalo Wild Wings is serving up 10 wings for free. Other tasty options include a roast beef sandwich from Lion’s Choice, pork sandwiches from Famous Dave’s, and soup, salad, and dessert at Hoss’s Steak and Sea House.
#### Dinner
For dinner, dive into options like a California Pizza Kitchen entrée, Italian comfort food from Fazoli’s, or burgers from Red Robin, In-N-Out, and Ruby Tuesday. And for dessert, head to BJ’s Restaurant for a free Chocolate Chunk Pizookie. Golden Corral wraps up the day with a Military Appreciation Night dinner from 5:00 p.m. until closing.
### Sweet Treats & Extra Tips
If you’re still hungry, you can grab a dessert at BJ’s or keep the free food going with a Freddy’s Frozen Custard meal card valid until the end of the year. To truly maximize your Veterans Day, bring a cooler for takeout meals and prioritize stops based on what’s available and the best timing.
Enjoy the feast—after all, you’ve earned it!
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