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Veterans’ Day is Friday, November 11th, and many national chains are saying “Thanks” to veterans and active military members by offering freebies and deals on food. haircuts, movie tickets, etc.
According to usatoday.com, if you’re a veteran or an active member of the military, you might eat for free all day on Friday! Just remember, many of the offers require proof of I.D. or a uniform.
Just to name a few, here is a list of national chains and restaurants offering freebies and deals:
Bob Evans: Free meal from a special menu available all day. Military ID required.
IHOP: Free red, white and blue pancakes from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Little Caesars: Free Hot-N-Ready lunch combo from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Applebee’s: Free meal from a special menu and get a $5 coupon that can be redeemed November 12th-27th.
Fazoli’s: Veterans will receive a free “Build Your Own Pasta Bowl” on November 11th.
Baskin-Robbins: For every ice cream scoop sold in the U.S., the company will donate 11 cents to United Service Organizations.
Outback Steakhouse: Free Bloomin’ Onion and a beverage. Outback also is offering active and former service members 15% off their meals and their families’ November 12th through December 31st.
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers: All veterans and active duty military get a free double burger and bottomless steak fries at participating restaurants nationwide. Red Robin is also donating $10,000 to United Service Organizations.
Ruby Tuesday: Free appetizer up to $10.
Buffalo Wild Wings: Free small order of traditional or boneless wings with a side of fries.
Chipotle: From 3 p.m. to close, all U.S. military, military spouses and veterans get a buy one get one free burrito, bowl, salad or tacos.
Chili’s: Free meal from a special menu.
Olive Garden: Veterans and active duty service members get a free entree.
Cracker Barrel: Free slice of Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola Cake.
Denny’s: From 5 a.m. to noon, active, inactive and retired military personnel get a free Build Your Own Grand Slam.
Great Clips: Veterans who go to Great Clips for a haircut on November 11th will receive a coupon for a free hair cut valid through December 31st.
Golden Corral: Veterans get a free beverage and buffet meal from 5pm-9pm November 14th.
Free movie tickets at iPic Theaters: On November 11th, all veterans and active duty military can get a free movie ticket by showing proof of service with U.S. uniform services I.D. or in uniform. For list of locations and more information, go to www.ipictheaters.com/
