Veteran’s Day: FREE restaurant meals or menu items, hair cuts, and entrance to attractions on November 11th — plus a long list of retail discounts and local commemorative events.

Veterans Day is Friday, November 11, 2022. Many businesses recognize the service and sacrifice of veterans by offering a free meal or menu item, or some other type of discount or free product.

For the most part,  these freebies and deals are for both veterans and active-duty military members.
Some are only good on November 11th, and others offer a few extra days to redeem.

Click thru the links to find out whether you qualify for the deal, and what kind of ID is required.

The offers are available at participating locations, while supplies last.
Please verify that your preferred location is running the giveaway or deal.

The list below is organized like this:
• Restaurant and food offers first
• Then other free items (like haircuts, golf, and museum tickets)
• Then Atlanta metro area events like parades and remembrances

This is a growing list, so bookmark it and check back! 

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Free meals & discounted restaurant offers

Remember that the free meal offers do not include tax or tip — most don’t include alcohol and some don’t include any beverage at all.

Applebee’s

Every year on Veteran’s Day, Applebee’s serves a free meal to active duty and veteran military service members. On November 11th, 2022, all active military, veterans, reserve members, and National Guard can receive a full-size entrée from an exclusive menu. Dine-in only.  More info.

Choices for the free entrée include:

• 6 oz. Top Sirloin
• Double Crunch Shrimp
• Fiesta Lime Chicken
• Chicken Tenders Platter
• Classic Bacon Cheeseburger
• Oriental Chicken Salad
• Three-Cheese Chicken Penne

 

Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar

Vets and active duty military can head to Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar for a classic American meal. Vets enjoy a FREE All-American Burger (with choice of cheese) and a side of chips. The deal is good on November 11th, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

 

Bartaco

NO deal has been confirmed yet for 2022.
From 2021: Active duty and retired military can relax at bartaco on Veterans Day. The upscale street taco and specialty cocktail restaurant is offering them 20% off their dine-in food purchase on November 11th.

 

Bonefish Grill

The Heroes Discount is a 10% discount for all service members, veterans, and first responders — the offer is good every day of the year, with valid ID.

 

Boston Market

Boston Market is offering a special that’s open to all customers — not just veterans. Get a $5 pot pie for dine-in, drive-thru, and carryout.
Get the coupon here — or use the promo code on the coupon for online orders.

 

Buffalo Wild Wings

The restaurant is once again offering a order of 10 boneless wings and fries for all past and present armed services members on Veterans Day. The offer is available for dine-in or takeout. You must show proof of service.

 

California Pizza Kitchen

Veterans and active military can get a FREE entrée and non-alcoholic beverage from a select Veterans’s Day menu on November 11th, 2022. The menu includes dinner-sized salads, pizzas, and pasta dishes.

 

Caribou Coffee

No deal has been confirmed yet for 2022.
From 2021: All veterans, active military members, and their spouses can receive a FREE small cup of hot brewed coffee on Veterans Day. Just ask for it when you order. 

 

Carrabba’s Italian Grill

All service members, veterans, and first responders get 10% off any visit on Veterans Day and every day of the year with valid ID.

 

Chicken Salad Chick

 FREE Chick Special and regular drink on November 11th. The offer is good for all active military and veterans. Wear a uniform or bring a valid ID or DD214. In-restaurant only. The offer was announced on Facebook.

Find locations online, including:

• Buckhead
• Alpharetta
• Marietta
• East Cobb
• Vinings
• Johns Creek
• Cartersville
• Cumming
• Decatur
• Suwanee
• Kennesaw
• McDonough
• Newnan
• Peachtree City
• Stockbridge

 

Chili’s

Veterans and active duty military members can get a FREE entree at Chili’s on November 11th, 2022. Choices for entrées include:

• Chicken Crisperws
• Margarita Grilled Chicken
• Soup & Salad
• Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadillas
• Just Bacon Burger
• Oldtimer with Cheese
• Cajun Chicken Pasta

 

Chuck E. Cheese

Get a FREE personal one-topping pizza at Chuck E. Cheese with promo code #5970.
The offer is open to active-duty military, National Guard, retired military, and veterans.

 

Cicis Pizza

The chain is offering a FREE adult buffet with a valid military I.D. on November 11, 2022 in honor of Veterans Day. The offer extends to all active and retired military personnel. Dine-in only. Does not include beverage.

 

Cracker Barrel

 On November 11th, Cracker Barrel will thank the brave men and women who have served our nation by offering all U.S. military veterans a FREE slice of Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola® Cake when dining at any Cracker Barrel location nationwide. You must make a another purchase to receive the free dessert. For online orders, use coupon code VETSDAY22. More info

Denny’s

On November 11th, veterans can build their own Grand Slam breakfast. The deal is good from 5 a.m. to noon. Hours may vary by location. Dine-in only. Available to all active, non-active, and retired personnel with military ID or DD214. More info in the press release
There is a Denny’s at 5534 Jimmy Carter Blvd, Norcross, GA 30093.

Dunkin’ Donuts

 On November 11th, veterans and active duty military are invited to participating Dunkin’ restaurants nationwide for a free donut of your choice, no purchase necessary! Read the press release

 

Einstein Bros. Bagels

FREE hot or iced coffee for active military and veterans, with any purchase, on Nov. 11th, 2022.

Fazoli’s

This is a 2-day offer.
On November 10th and 11th, 2022, active military and vets get a FREE regular spaghetti, with choice of meat sauce or marinara.

 

Fogo de Chão

Veterans and active duty military can enjoy 50% off their entire meal, PLUS 10% off the meal price of up to three more diners in the party.  Offer is good on November, 11th.

 

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers

Freddy’s will be giving out FREE meal cards to any veteran or active-duty military personnel who visits a Freddy’s restaurant on Veterans Day in 2022. The cards are good for a combo meal and can be used any day between November 11th and 30th. d

You’ll find metro area locations in:

• Conyers
• Cartersvile
• Cumming
• Dawsonville
• Duluth
• Kennesaw
• Marietta
• McDonough
• Snellville

Golden Corral

Veterans and active military are invited to Golden Corral’s Military Appreciation Night. On Monday, November 14th, 2022, the buffet restaurant is serving a FREE “Thank You” Meal from 5 p.m. to close.

The offer is open to anyone who has served in the U.S. Military, including retirees, veterans, active duty, National Guard or Reserves. To date, Golden Corral has served more than 6 million meals, as part of the annual celebration. 

 

Grub

No deal has been confirmed yet for 2022.
From 2021: On Veterans Day Grub will offer a FREE entree to all active, former, and retired military. The offer is valid at all locations in Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, and Texas. Wear your uniform or bring a military ID or proof of service.

 

Hard Rock Cafe

All veterans will receive a FREE Legendary Burger all day long on Friday, November 11th, 2022. The deal was announced in a Facebook post.

Atlanta’s Hard Rock honors veterans with a 15% disount every day of the year, and that applies to the whole table.
Located it in downtown Atlanta at 215 Peachtree Street.

 

Hooters

Active duty and veterans can eat FREE at Hooters on Thursday, November 11th, with a beverage purchase. 

The Veterans Day menu includes Buffalo Chicken Salad, Buffalo Chicken Sandwich, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, Hooters Burger, and 10-piece Boneless Wings. More info.

 

Hopdoddy Burger Bar

Vets and military personnel will want to hop over to Hopdoddy Burger Bar on Nov. 11 for an American favorite. The burger joint is serving a FREE Classic Burger (with or without cheese.) The offer is for dine-in only. One Atlanta location: 2470 Briarcliff Rd in Atlanta (Toco Hills area). The offer was announced on Facebook this year.

 

IHOP

All military veterans can hop over to IHOP on Veterans Day for breakfast. On November 11, 2022, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., the popular diner is serving them a FREE stack of Red, White & Blueberry Pancakes. 

 

Insomnia Cookies

No deal has been confirmed yet for 2022.
From 2021: Veterans and active-duty military members can stop by Insomnia Cookies on Veterans Day for a sweet deal. The cookie shop is offering them a FREE 6-pack of cookies with any in-store purchase on Nov. 11.

 

Kona Grill

Veterans will receive 50% OFF food all weekend long at Kona, from Friday, Nov. 11th thru Sunday, Nov. 13th.  Dine-in only; does not include tax or gratuity. The discount only applies to the person with the military ID. It was announced on Facebook.

 

Krispy Kreme

Veterans can enjoy a FREE doughnut of their choice and a small coffee at Krispy Kreme. The offer is available in-shop or at the drive-thru. More info

Little Caesars

Veterans and active military get a FREE Lunch Combo at Little Caesars, which includes a 4-slice Deep Dish pizza and a 20-ounce Pepsi product. The offer is available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. You can find details on the website home page.

 

Logan’s Roadhouse

On November 11, 2022, Logan’s Roadhouse is inviting active and retired service members to enjoy a FREE meal between 3 and 6 p.m
The select Veterans Day menu includes the following: Bayou Shrimp, Chicken Tenders, Chopped Steak, Pork Chop, Pulled Pork Plate and Steak Tips, as well as a side — choose from chips, cole slaw, corn, fries, green beans, mashed potatoes or rice.

 

Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt

On November 11th, 2022 all veterans and active military will receive their first 6 oz of frozen yogurt for FREE. If you swirl more than 6 ounces, you just pay the difference.

 

McCormick & Schmick’s

Veterans, national guardsmen, Gold Star parents, and Gold Star spouses can enjoy a half-priced entrée from a select menu, on Sunday, November 13th, 2022.  More info.

 

O’Charley’s Restaurant

Veterans and active duty personnel will receive a FREE entrée on Veterans Day, November 11th, 2022. Dine-in only.
Locations in Acworth, Canton, Conyers, Cumming, Douglasville, Marietta, McDonough, Newnan, Stockbridge.

 

On The Border

Active-duty and retired military can get a FREE Pick 2 Combo Meal on November 11th, 2022. Dine-in only. We received word of this offer via email at the last minute — it’s the same as last year.

 

Outback Steakhouse

 Vets are honored every day at Outback Steakhouse. The restaurant’s Heroes Discount is offered all year long — 10% off for all service members, veterans and first responders. 

 

Pilot Flying J

The travel center is offering a FREE $12 meal credit via its app, to all active-duty and retired military. The deal is good from Nov. 11th to 13th — but you must authenticate your military service thru a third-party service.

 

Qdoba

Veterans can get 50% OFF any entree on Friday, Nov. 11th, with military ID. We received news of this offer via email.

 

Red Lobster

In honor of Veterans Day 2022, Red Lobster is offering a FREE meal of Walt’s Favorite Shrimp, fries and coleslaw — featuring six hand-breaded, butterflied and lightly fried shrimp, served with cocktail sauce. 
The offer is available from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for dine-in and for to-go orders that are placed in the restaurant (not online).

 

Red Robin

Offering a FREE Red’s Tavern Double Burger and Bottomless Steak Fries on November 11, 2022.

 

Romano’s Macaroni Grill

The Italian restaurant is serving a FREE full-size order of Mom’s Ricotta Meatballs + Spaghetti on November 11th, 2021.

 

Ruby Tuesday

No deal has been confirmedfor 2022.
From 2021: FREE entree from the Endless Garden Bar at participating locations, with military ID. The offer includes active and retired military.

 

Schlotzsky’s

From November 11 to 30th, 2022, Schlotzsky’s is offering FREE chips and a small drink with an entrée purchase (sandwich, salad, pizza, flatbread, calzone or pick 2) to veterans and active-duty service members. 

 

Starbucks

On November 11th, 2022, Starbucks will offer a FREE tall (12-ounce) hot brewed OR iced coffee for veterans, military service members, and military spouses at participating U.S. Starbucks stores.  Find a Starbucks near you.

STK Steakhouse

No deal has been confirmed yet for 2022.
From 2021: Active military and veterans can enjoy 20% off their check on Veterans Day in 2021.

 

TCBY

 Veterans and active military can chill out on November 11th, 2022 with their first 6 ounces of frozen yogurt and toppings for FREE. If you get more than 6oz, just pay the difference. The deal was announced in a Facebook post. 

Texas Roadhouse

No offer has been confirmed yet for 2022.
From 2021: The restaurant will honor veterans and active military with a special “drive-up” giveaway on November 11th, 2021 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. They will distribute meal vouchers in the parking lot. The voucher is valid is through May 30, 2022 and can be redeemed for a FREE entrée from a select menu. The event is drive-thru only. However, vouchers can be redeemed when the restaurant is open for dinner. 

 

Tin Lizzy’s Cantina

No offer has been announced yet for 2022, but we’re watching social media.
From 2021: On November 11th, the Cantina is extending 50% OFF food purchases for all active, retired, and former military members — plus a guest. The offer was announced in a Facebook post.

 

Tucker Brewing

No offer has been announced yet for 2022, but we’re watching!
From 2021: The popular local brewery invites all veterans and active military to enjoy a FREE beer on Veterans Day 2021 in the taproom or beer garden. Hours on Thursday, Nov. 11th are 4 to 9 p.m. — come for great brews, live music, and a few rounds of cornhole. Additionally, all military and first responders can enjoy 20% OFF every Sunday at Tucker Brewing.
NOTE: We received this info via Tucker Brewing’s regular email communications.

 

Wendy’s

No deal has been confirmed yet for 2022.
From 2021: Participating Wendy’s locations nationwide are offering a FREE small breakfast combo to all veterans and active military, with valid ID. No purchase is necessary to redeem the offer at restaurants or drive-ins. The offer is good on November 11th, 2021 during breakfast hours — usually from 6:30 to 10:30 a.m. Check your location, as breakfast hours may vary slightly.

 

Yard House

Vets and active military can get a FREE appetizer on November 11th, 2022.
More info

 

Other freebies and discounts

Bed, Bath & Beyond

No deal has been confirmed yet for 2022.
From 2021: The Armed Forces Appreciation Event runs from Nov. 11th to 13th in 2021 — with 25% off an entire purchase either online or in-store. Details here, including FAQs on how to redeem the offer.

 

Goodyear Auto Service

Walgreens

From Friday, Nov. 11 through Monday, Nov. 14th, 2022, veterans, military and their families will receive 20% OFF regular price eligible store items.  The deal is valid in-store only.  More info.

 

Dollar General

Dollar General proudly recognizes veterans, active-duty military, National Guard and Reserve, and their immediate family members for their sacrifices in serving our country. To extend thanks, Dollar General is offering an 20% OFF for four days (November 10 to 13, 2022) on qualifying, in-store purchases.

NOTE: Eligible customers should first complete a military credential verification process online at dollargeneral.com/military and then add the discount as a DG Digital Coupon.

 

World of Coca-Cola

Military members (active duty, reserves, and retirees) can visit World of Coca-Cola for FREE year-round, but Veterans Day is extra special. From now through Sunday, November 13, 2022, members of the Armed Forces can buy up to four general admission tickets at half-price, for their family and friends to join them on a visit to the attraction.  Buy tickets online here. Service members will be asked for military ID when they arrive at the attraction.

Six Flags over Georgia

The park will host Military Appreciation Days on the weekend of November 12th and 13th, 2022, with FREE admission for veterans and active-duty military.

During Military Appreciation Days, veterans receive FREE parking, admission, meal, drink bottle, and swag. They can also buy up to four tickets for family and friends at $19.99 each.

 

National Parks

FREE admission for everyone (not just vets) at all National Parks on Friday, November 11, 2022.
There are 11 National Parks in Georgia, plus three National Heritage Areas.
Three are within an easy drive of Atlanta.
Click here for a list and details

 

Great Clips

FREE haircuts for veterans and active duty military on Friday, November 11, 2022. Don’t need a haircut? Just drop by and pick up a voucher for a free haircut anytime from Nov. 12th to Dec. 9th.  More info.

 

Samsung

Vets enjoy an electrifying discount at Samsung, all year long. Thanks to its Military Discount Program, the electronics company provides discounts — to active military personnel and their families, as well as veterans — on phones, tablets, smartwatches and more when you shop on the Samsung website. 

 

Sport Clips

Many Sport Clips locations are offering FREE haircuts on November 11th, 2022 to active duty personnel and veterans.
Find a participating location near you — when we checked with the central zip code 30303 (downtown Atlanta), we only found two, on Briarcliff Rd in Atlanta and in Tucker (Northlake area0.

 

True REST Float Spa

On Veterans Day in 2022 and every year, True REST Float Spa is shutting its doors to the general public and offering all active-duty military member, reservist and veterans a FREE 60-minute float session. Locations in McDonough and Peachtree City.

 

Target

In honor of Veterans Day, Target is offering all U.S. active-duty military personnel, veterans and their families 10% off two separate purchases through Nov. 12. (Some exclusions apply.) To receive the offer, you must first confirm eligibility by registering here. After verification, the exclusive one-Target Circle offer will be available in customer’s account to use in-store or online. 

 

Grace For Vets FREE car wash

Vets can get revved up for a little car maintenance on Nov. 11th. Grace For Vets is again coordinating a FREE car wash for veterans and military personnel in 2022, thanks to participating car wash locations across the country. For locations, click here. 

Veterans Day 2022 events

Atlanta History Center’s Veterans Day Ceremony

The program takes place on Friday, November 11th from 11 a.m. to noon, in Veterans Park (corner of West Paces Ferry Road and Slaton Drive). It will feature speakers, music, and the opportunity to connect with other veterans and their families. Register for a FREE ticket, which includes FREE admission to Atlanta History Center following the program. 

 

Marietta Veteran’s Day Parade & Ceremony

The Parade will step off at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 11th, starting at the Roswell Street Baptist Church and parading through the Marietta Square. The parade includes marching bands, drill teams, decorated floats, and military vehicles. At noon, there will be a Veteran’s Day observance ceremony on the Square.

 

41st Annual Georgia Veteran’s Day Parade & Observance Ceremony

The parade takes place on Saturday, November 12, 2022 from 11 a.m. to noon. It steps off from the Plaza Green and travels through The Battery Atlanta. Afterward, there will be an hour long observance, starting at noon, on the Georgia Power Pavilion Stage, with speakers and band performances. Afterward, there will educational presentations at the Pavilion Stage throughout the afternoon.

There will also be a Veterans Festival at The Battery — featuring over 20 exhibits from various organizations and equipment displays from the National Infantry Museum. The festival goes from noon to 3 to p.m.
These events are family-friendly and FREE.

 

Veterans Day Tribute in Sandy Springs

This is the city’s 13th Annual Veterans Day Celebration, taking place on Friday, Nov. 11 at 11:30 a.m. on the City Green. The event is FREE and open to the community.

Retired WSB-TV anchor John Pruitt will serve as emcee, and will introduce the keynote speaker.

If the weather is bad, the event will move inside the City Springs Arts Center and take place in the Byers Theatre (a lovely venue!) Parking is available in the underground parking garage as well on the surface lots. 

 

Woodstock Veterans Day Ceremony

November 11, 2022 from 7 to 9 p.m. FREE to attend. Located at the Park at City Center, at 101 Arnold Mill Road in Woodstock.

 

Dunwoody Veterans Day Ceremony

November 11th at 10 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial in Brook Run Park (4770 North Peachtree Rd.) Free coffee!

 

Norcross Veterans Day Ceremony

Friday, November 11th from 10 to 10:30 a.m. at Veterans Park, located at S. Peachtree St.

 

Acworth Veterans Day Ceremony

November 11th from 2 to 3 p.m. at Patriot’s Point in Cauble Park (4425 Beach Street). FREE to attend.

 

Smyrna Veterans Day

November 11th at 11:00 a.m., at Capt. Jeff Kuss Memorial, located at Lee Victory Recreation Park (110 Sam Ridley Pkwy). In case of rain, the event will be indoors at the Smyrna Community Event Center.
FREE to attend — come and honor local veterans from ages 18 to 98. 

 

 

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