These Texas Restaurants Are Serving Up Freebies for Veterans Day!

Veterans Day in El Paso, Texas means that there will be a lot of city closures, days off for local school district, Veterans Day Parades AND some sweet deals to honor and Thank our Veterans who have served!

Veterans Day History

Veterans Day, originally celebrated to mark the armistice that ended World War I, became an official U.S. holiday in 1938. Whether you’re visiting family or just kicking back, let’s all take a moment to thank those who’ve served.

This Veterans Day, many chain restaurants across Texas will be honoring our military heroes

Plenty of restaurants are giving back with delicious freebies and discounts for veterans and active-duty military members on Monday, Nov. 11. So grab your military ID and get ready to feast on these special offers.

Fast Food Restaurants/Coffee Shops:

Whataburger: Free coffee for veterans and military members to fuel your day!

Chick-Fil-A: Start your day with a Chicken Biscuit or swing by later for a classic Chicken Sandwich.

Wendy’s: A free breakfast combo awaits, with choices like the Breakfast Baconator and Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit.

Starbucks: Enjoy a free tall hot or iced coffee as a thank-you!

Popular Chain Restaurants:

Hooters: Veterans and active military can enjoy a free meal from Hooters’ Veterans Day Menu with a beverage purchase. Options include the Buffalo Chicken Salad, Hooters Burger, and 10-piece Boneless Wings.

Kona Grill: Veterans and military members receive 50% off food orders from Nov. 8 to Nov. 11. Dine-in only.

Olive Garden: Enjoy a complimentary entrée from a special menu. Dine-in only, proof of service required.

Applebee’s: Get a free meal from a select menu and a $5 coupon for your next visit. 

BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse: Enjoy a free Chocolate Chunk Pizookie, plus a free appetizer coupon for your next visit. Dine-in only.

Buffalo Wild Wings: Score 10 boneless wings and fries for free. Dine-in with proof of service.

Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen: Pick a free appetizer or dessert to sweeten your day. Proof of service required.

Chili’s Grill & Bar: Veterans and active-duty personnel enjoy a free meal! Some locations may extend this to family members, so check ahead.

Denny’s: Early riser? Get a free Original Grand Slam from 5 a.m. to noon.

IHOP: Celebrate with a Red, White, and Blueberry Pancake Combo from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Texas Roadhouse: Pick up a meal voucher valid through May 2025, including entrée and drink options.

Remember to bring proof of service and check with each location for availability. Happy Veterans Day, and thank you for your service!