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Veterans Day 2025: Major Chains Roll Out Free Meals and BOGO Deals for Service Members Today

Most offers require military ID with limited hours or dine-in rules that differ by location.

Overview

  • Smoothie King offers a free 20‑ounce smoothie from noon to 3 p.m. for active-duty service members and military retirees at participating locations, with no purchase required.
  • Applebee’s serves select entrées free for veterans and active-duty military for dine‑in customers, marking the program’s 18th year.
  • Chipotle runs a buy‑one‑get‑one entrée deal from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. nationwide for veterans and the broader military community.
  • Starbucks provides a free tall hot or iced brewed coffee to veterans, service members, and spouses at participating stores.
  • Denny’s serves a free Original Grand Slam from 5 a.m. to noon, Cracker Barrel offers a complimentary Sunrise Pancake Special all day, and Golden Corral hosts a free buffet dinner from 4 p.m. to close for eligible guests.