Veterans Day 2023: Free meals, dining discounts for military veterans
Restaurants say thank you with steaks, pasta, burgers, pancakes and more
Many Bay Area restaurants will honor active and retired members of the U.S. military with a free entree, dessert or other dining discount on Veterans Day, Nov. 11.
In most cases, you must show a valid government/military ID when ordering; some restaurants will accept photos or other proof. Some offers apply to reservists, but it’s best to check first.
Here’s an alphabetical listing of freebies and deals that we have confirmed. We’ll add more deals as we verify them. (NOTE: All promotions below apply to the official holiday EXCEPT the Denny’s free breakfast, which is offered on Friday, Nov. 10, instead; and the Fogo de Chao promotion, which is offered on your choice of three days, Friday through Sunday.)
Applebee’s: For the 16th consecutive year, Applebee’s will offer a free entree from a special menu that includes Top Sirloin, Double Crunch Shrimp, Fiesta Lime Chicken and more, plus a $5 gift card to use this month. Dine-in only.
BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse: Free Chocolate Chunk Pizookie dessert with an $11.95 purchase, plus a bounce-back gift card for a free appetizer with a $14.95 purchase. Dine-in only.
California Pizza Kitchen: Free meal from a special menu that features pastas, pizzas and meal-size salads (including Original BBQ Chicken Pizza, Bolognese Spaghetti, Garlic Cream Fettuccine with Chicken) plus complimentary iced tea or fountain beverage. Dine-in only.
Chevys Fresh Mex: Free two-item combo at locations in Union City, Emeryville, Fairfield, Vallejo and South San Francisco. Dine-in only.
Denny’s: Free “Original Grand Slam” breakfast from 5 a.m. to noon on Friday, Nov. 10. Dine-in only.
Dunkin’: Free doughnut of your choice.
Eureka!: A free Eureka! American Cheeseburger, with American Swiss cheese, grilled red onion, house pickles, tomato, butter lettuce and special sauce on a brioche bun, plus fries. Available all day.
Fogo de Chao: From Friday, Nov. 10, through Sunday, Nov. 12, receive a 50% discount off the Full Churrasco Experience, and all their guests will get a 10% discount off the Full Churrasco Experience as well.
IHOP: Free order of Red, White and Blueberry Pancakes, available from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Logan’s Roadhouse: Free meal from special Veterans Day menu. Valid from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; dine-in only.
Starbucks: Free tall hot or cold brewed coffee. Military spouses get this deal too.
Wienerschnitzel: Free chili dog, small fries and small soda.
Check back for more deals as we confirm them.