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Guide To 2015 Veterans Day Freebies

The following organizations are showing their appreciation on Veterans Day by offering "freebies" for active and non-active military members.

Applebee's

www.applebees.com/veteransdaymenu

Veterans and active military can have a meal for free from a Veterans Day menu that includes entrees such as chicken penne, cheeseburgers, chicken tenders, salad and more.

Available from open to close on Nov. 11, 2015 at participating Applebee's only. Dine in from limited menu only. Beverage and gratuity not included. Veterans and active duty military simply show proof of military service.

Luna Rossa Biaggo Lamberti

https://www.lambertis.com/luna-rossa.php 

On Veterans' Day, Tuesday, November 11, 2015, Luna Rossa Biagio Lamberti is offering all military veterans their choice of soup of the day or a house salad, their choice of a complimentary entrée (choice of 6 dishes) and dessert! Entrée selections include highlights such as Penne Amatriciana with tomatoes, onions, pancetta and basil and Modo Nostro with rock shrimp sauteed in garlic, tomato basil sauce and capellini, and more!

*Available at Luna Rossa Biagio Lamberti on November 11th, 2015 Only. Military I.D. or Proof of Service Required.

Olive Garden

http://www.olivegarden.com/specials/veterans-day-free-meals

Veterans and active duty military are invited to enjoy a free entree from a special menu at Olive Garden. Family members dining with them enjoy 10% off of their meals. Offer valid with proof of service or veteran status. From a set menu. Some restrictions may apply.

Denny's

https://www.dennys.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HqF0scAYuJo

This Veterans Day at Denny's, all active and non-active military personnel with a valid military ID receive a free build your own Grand Slam from 5:00 a.m.to 12 p.m. at participating locations nationwide.

Golden Corral

www.goldencorral.com/military/faq.asp

On Monday, November 11, Golden Corral is offering a free "thank you" meal to all who currently serve or have served in the military. The 2015 Military Appreciation Night will take place from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Texas Roadhouse

http://www.texasroadhouse.com/landing-pages/veterans-day

Texas Roadhouse is saying thank you with a free lunch from their special Veterans menu on Wednesday, Nov. 11. Active, former or retired military only. Please show your server proof of military service. Dine-in only.

Bar Louie

http://www.barlouie.com/

Bar Louie is offering a free app or entree to veterans and active military on Tuesday, Nov. 10 and Wednesday, Nov. 11. Up to a $12 value with proof of service.

Arooga's

http://www.aroogas.com/

Veterans eat free at Arooga's on Nov. 11. Offer valid for items on fixed menu only, for badge holder only. Drinks not included. No purchase necessary. Not valid with other offers or specials. Dine-in only.

LongHorn Steakhouse

LongHorn Steakhouse will be offering a free Texas Tonion appetizer and a non-alcoholic beverage on Veterans Day to anyone showing proof of military service.

Red Lobster

From Monday, Nov. 9 through Thursday, Nov. 12, Red Lobster is thanking active-duty military, actively serving, reserve and military veterans for their service with a no purchase necessary free appetizer or dessert offer from a special menu. Guests only need to show a valid military ID or proof of service to redeem this offer.

TGI Fridays

This Veterans Day, TGI Fridays will honor veterans and active duty military across the United States with free lunch at participating locations from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Veterans and active military can choose from a list of Fridays lunch menu items including burgers, sandwiches, and salads from a special menu. Beverages and add-ons are not included in this Free Lunch offer. All veterans and active military personnel must show valid military I.D.

Bob Evans

This year, the restaurant will honor veterans with a choice of select free breakfast items on Nov. 11, 2015 at all Bob Evans restaurants. Veterans and active duty military personnel have the choice of the following menu items to eat for free on Veterans Day: Stack of Hotcake, Fresh Baked Brioche French Toast, Sunrise Breakfast, Country Biscuit Breakfast and Mini Sampler Breakfast. Guests wishing to enjoy a free meal on Veterans Day must provide proof of service.

Bonanza Steakhouse

Many locations are offering a free buffet to active and former military on Nov. 11 from 4pm-close. Please contact your local Bonanza for details on their Veterans Day deals.

California Pizza Kitchen

http://info.cpk.com/documents/2015vetsmenu.pdf

California Pizza Kitchen invites veterans and active military to enjoy a free entree from a special menu on Nov. 11. Dine-in only. No substitutions. Must be in uniform or show your military ID or other proof of service.

Charlie Brown's Steakhouse

Veterans and active duty military eat for free on Nov. 11 from a special menu. Entree choices include Parmesan Crusted Chicken, Duchess Cut Prime Rib, Classic Dill Salmon, Mrs. Brown's Meatloaf, Classic Cheeseburger or Pot Roast. Plus, each free entree includes a non-alcoholic beverage. Each veteran also receives a $10 coupon for a future visit. Valid military ID required.

Chili's

Chili's is offering veterans and active military a free entree from a special Veterans Day menu on Nov. 11. Dine-in only. Restrictions apply.

Friendly's

Friendly's is offering veterans and active military a free meal on Nov. 11. Show your military ID or Honorable Discharge card for a free Big-Two-Do Breakfast and Coffee or All-American Burger with Fries.

The Greene Turtle Sports Bar & Grille

http://www.thegreeneturtle.com/

The Greene Turtle Sports Bar & Grill is offering veterans and active military with ID a free menu item from a select menu during dine-in purchases on Nov. 11.

Hoss's Steak & Sea House

Hoss's is offering veterans a free entree from a select Veterans Day menu on Nov. 11 from 11am to 9pm with valid identification. Dine-in only.

IHOP

Veterans and active military duty get a free short stack of Red, White & Blue pancakes on Nov. 11 from 7am to 7pm. Available at participating restaurants only. Military ID or proof of service is required. Some restrictions may apply; see restaurant for details.

IKEA

IKEA is offering a free entree for veterans from Nov. 8 to Nov. 11. Entree includes a sandwich, hot dish, or entree salad. Offer valid for active, reserve, or retired service members. Please show some form of military ID. Dine-in only.

MOD Pizza

MOD Pizza is offering a free MOD size pizza or salad to all veterans and active duty military on Nov. 11. Show military ID or mention that you are a veteran.

On The Border

On Nov. 11, On The Border is offering veterans a complimentary Create Your Own Combo with military ID.

Red Robin

On Nov. 11, Red Robin is thanking all veterans and active duty service members with a free Tavern Double Burger and Bottomless Fries at participating restaurants. Dine-in only. Proof of service required. Fries are not bottomless at Red Robin Burgers Works locations.

Uno Pizzaria & Grill

Uno Pizzaria & Grill is offering military members a free entree or individual pizza with an entree or pizza purchase of equal or greater value on Nov. 11 at participating locations. Show valid military or veteran's ID, no coupon necessary. Call your local UNO for details and participation.

California Tortilla

California Tortilla is offering a free taco for all active duty and retired military on Veterans Day (one per person) with a valid military ID.

The Irish Pol

http://www.theirishpol.com/

On Veterans Day, The Irish Pol in Old City Philadelphia is offering a discount on their All-American Burger with military ID.

Starbucks

Starbucks is offering a traditional free tall-brewed coffee for active duty service members, veterans and military spouses on Veterans Day.

Wawa

On Veteran's Day, Wawa will offer free coffee of any size to veterans, active military members and their families, all day.

Krispy Kreme

https://www.facebook.com/events/1522911721361641/

Krispy Kreme is offering a free doughnut and small coffee to veterans and active military personnel on Veterans Day.

Offer valid Nov. 11, 2015 at participating U.S. Krispy Kreme(R) stores only and is subject to product availability (which may vary by market). No purchase necessary. No coupon required. Limit one offer per guest per visit. Valid in store only. Not valid in drive-through. Not valid with any other offer. Not valid at grocery or convenience stores.

Adventure Aquarium

https://www.adventureaquarium.com/Aquarium-admission/Special-Offers/Veterans-Day-Discount

Adventure Aquarium in Camden, New Jersey is offering a $10 admission ticket for one adult with valid military ID at their Box Office on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2015. Offer valid for active or retired military, disabled veterans and military reservists when valid military personnel IDs are presented. Additional guests accompanying the adult may save $4 off admission. Discount offer valid at their Box Office only. To save, show your military ID at our Box Office window.

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