Veterans Day 2015: Get free meals, discounts, oil changes and special deals

Veterans Day is Wednesday, November 11, this is the time to honor those who served in the U.S. armed forces, and remember the sacrifices they have made for our country.

Several businesses take the opportunity to show their appreciation by offering veterans free and discounted meals, goods and services on Veterans Day. Here’s a list businesses with special offers this Wednesday:

Restaurants:

Applebee’s: A free meal, Nov. 11, 2015: Last year, Applebee’s served over one million free meals to military veterans and active service members. Applebee’s is again offering a free meal to military veterans and active-duty service members on Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2015. There will be 7 entres to choose from, beverage and gratuity not included.

BJs Restaurant and Brewhouse: Nov. 11, 2015. Free entree, up to $12.95 value. Offer valid to all active duty military and veterans, with proof of service.

Chili’s – Free meal, Nov. 11 2015. Chili’s is offering all military veterans past and present their choice of any lunch combo, or your choice of a dinner meal from a select menu, including any full-size flatbread. Offer only available at participating Chili’s in the U.S. only. Dine-in from limited menu only; beverages and gratuity not included. Veterans and active duty military simply show proof of military service.

Denny’s, Nov. 11, 2015. Free Build Your Own Grand Slam® on Nov. 11, from 5 a.m. to noon for all active, inactive, and retired military personnel. Participating locations only. Please call ahead.

Golden Corral – Free meal, Nov. 11, 2015 (5pm – 9pm): The 15th annual Golden Corral Military Appreciation dinner will is available to any person who has ever served in the United States Military. If you are a veteran, retired, currently serving, in the National Guard or Reserves, you are invited to participate in Golden Corral’s Military Appreciation dinner.

Hooters, Nov. 11, 2015. Hooters invites all veterans and current servicemen and women to enjoy a free meal from a select menu. Requires drink purchase. Only valid at participating locations.

IHOP, Nov. 11, 2015, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Free Red, White and Blue pancakes, or Red, White and Blue pancakes combo plate including eggs, bacon and hashed browns. Participating locations only. Please call ahead to verify participation.

Little Caesars Pizza, Nov. 11, 2015. Free pizza or $5 HOT-N-READY Lunch Combo to all US Armed Forces veterans and active military members between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM. With proof of military service, at participating stores nationwide. Call ahead to verify participation.

Menchie’s, Nov. 11, 2015. All veterans and current service members will receive a free 6 oz. frozen yogurt on Veterans Day.

Olive Garden, Free entre, Nov. 11, 2015. Offer good for veterans and active duty military; proof of service required. Guests that dine with a Veteran also receive 10% off of their bill as well!

Orange Leaf, Nov. 11, 2015. Free frozen yogurt (up to 11 0z.). Proof of service required.

Outback Steakhouse, Nov. 11, 2015. Outback Steakhouse is honoring America’s military veterans by offering active duty military and veterans a free Bloomin’ Onion and a non-alcoholic beverage. This offer is available to Military Personnel and veterans with ID. Also receive 15% off your purchase from Nov. 12-Dec 31, 2015.

Red Lobster – Monday, November 9 through Thursday, November 12, 2015. Free Appetizer or Dessert during the week of Veterans Day with military ID or proof of service. Vets may choose from a select list of appetizers and desserts.

StarBucks, Nov. 11, 2015. Free tall brewed coffee for active duty, veterans, and their spouses. Participating stores only.

Texas Roadhouse, Nov. 11, 2015. Free lunch event to honor the men and women of our armed forces. Choose from one of 10 free meals, plus sides and a soft drink, coffee, or tea. Offer good for All veterans – including all active, retired or former U.S. military. ID Required. Dine-in only. Call ahead to verify times and locations.

Twin Peaks, Nov. 11, 2015. Free menu item at participating locations. Please call ahead to verify participation.

Village Inn, Nov. 11, 2015. Free breakfast any time of day (choice of buttermilk pancakes, French toast, or a Belgian waffle). Wednesday is also Free Pie day, and veterans will be able to receive a free slice of pie. Veterans who visit on Veterans Day will also receive a “Thank You for Your Service Card” valid for 20% off their total bill on their next visit. Participating locations only. Please call ahead.

Wienerschnitzel, Nov. 11, 2015. Free hot dog and small soft drink at participating locations.

Chick-fil-A, Nov. 11, 2014. Participating locations are offering a free meal to all veterans and those currently serving. ID required. Please call ahead to verify.

Einstein Bros Bagels, Nov. 11, 2014. Free coffee at participating locations. Available to all active duty members and veterans with ID or proof of service.

Famous Dave’s, Nov. 11, 2014. Free meal (one meat, a side and a corn muffin). Participating locations only

Krispy Kreme – Free doughnut and small coffee, Nov. 11, 2014. Available only at participating Krispy Kreme stores. Offer available to all active-duty, retirees, & veterans. Be sure to call ahead to verify your local Krispy Kreme is participating.

Arby’s: One free Roast Beef Classic on Veterans Day.

Cracker Barrel is offering veterans a free Double Chocolate Fudge Coca Cola Cake on Nov. 11. Additionally, 10 percent of all proceeds from the sale of Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola Cake, as well as select retail items will benefit the USO Transition 360 Alliance that assists military personnel and their families’ transition into civilian life following their service.

Other Deals:

Amazon.com: Get 20 percent off select clothing on Veterans Day using the promotion code: 20veterans.

Rack Room Shoes is offering military personnel and their dependents 10 percent off their entire purchase on Nov. 11.

Las Cruces Jiffy Lube service centers will offer a free service oil change
to veterans and active military this Wednesday from 8 a.m. to Noon. In order to receive the complimentary service, veterans and active military members must show
valid military identification. Jiffy Lube locations: 800 El Paseo Road 1805 E. Lohman Avenue.

Dollar General: Get 11 percent off on Nov. 11 if you are a veteran or active duty military.

JC Penney: Twenty percent off for veterans and active-duty military on in-store purchases.

Lowes Home Improvement: Ten percent off for anyone who has served in the military with proof of service.

Most businesses require proof of military service, which can include a VA Universal Access Card, Military I.D., DD-214, Veterans Service Organization Card, in some cases businesses will accept a picture of the veteran in uniform.