From free meals to free haircuts! Here are some popular Veterans Day deals and discounts
Many restaurant chains and retailers are offering discounts for veterans and active military personnel on Veterans Day.
Many restaurant chains and retailers are offering discounts for veterans and active military personnel on Veterans Day.
Here’s a sampling:
DEALS ACROSS THE TRI-STATE
Applebee's - Veterans can enjoy a free full-size entree from a selection of seven fan favorites, dine-in only.
Bubbakoo's Burritos - Veterans and active-duty military members are eligible to receive a free chicken or beef burrito or bowl. The offer is available all day in-store with a valid military ID. No purchase necessary.
California Pizza Kitchen - All veterans and active military receive a complimentary non-alcoholic beverage and choice of one entrée.
Carrabba’s - Year-round, Carrabba’s offers 10% off to veterans and first responders.
Chili's - Veterans can receive a free meal, in-restaurant only for select items.
Chipotle - The Mexican grill chain is honoring active-duty U.S. service members and veterans with free chips and their choice of guac, queso blanco or salsa with a $5 purchase.
Cracker Barrel - U.S. veterans and active-duty service members can get a free Sunrise Pancake Special on Nov. 11. The chain is also offering 25% off all military merchandise.
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Dave & Buster's - Veterans and active-duty military are eligible for free unlimited gameplay and one free dessert item all day Nov. 11 with valid military or veteran ID.
Denny's - All active, inactive and retired military personnel can get a free Original Grand Slam on Nov. 11 at participating locations from store opening to noon. Valid ID is required.
Dunkin’ - All active and retired military get a free donut on Veterans Day, Nov. 11, while supplies last.
Ford’s Garage - Eligible U.S. military veterans and active-duty service members will have a choice of one free American Standard Burger or $16 off any other entrée on Nov. 11.
Golden Corral - Military Appreciation Night will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 11 from 4 p.m. until close. They will once again honor our military heroes with a free “thank you” buffet and beverage.
Great Clips - On Nov. 11, veterans and active service members can go into any U.S. Great Clips salon and get a free haircut or a free haircut card for a future visit. In addition, non-military customers who get a haircut on Veterans Day at Great Clips salons will also have the opportunity to pay it forward. They can receive a free haircut card to give to an active service member or veteran they know as a way of saying thank you.
Home Depot - All active military personnel, veterans and their spouses are eligible for a 10% discount at all Home Depot store locations.
IHOP - Veterans and active-duty military can get a free Red, White & Blueberry pancake combo in-store on Nov. 11 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Kohl’s - The retailer is offering active and former military personnel, veterans and their immediate families 30% off in stores through Veterans Day.
Lowe’s - The retailer offers a 10% everyday military discount on most full-price items to extend their gratitude to those who have served or are currently serving our country in the U.S. armed forces.
Mattress Firm - Veterans and active-duty military receive 10-20% off purchases with valid ID at participating locations.
National Parks - Over 100 national parks will waive admission fees on Nov. 11, in honor of Veterans Day.
Ocean State Job Lot - Military personnel, veterans and their immediate family members can get a Crazy Deal Gift Card equal to 40% of qualifying purchases of $20 or more through Nov. 11.
Red Lobster - Veterans and active-duty service members are eligible to receive a free Walt's Favorite Shrimp & Chips all day Nov. 11. Dine-in only.
Red Robin - Veterans and active-duty military members are invited to dine-in for a complimentary Red's Big Tavern Burger and Bottomless Steak Fries on Nov. 11.
Ruby Tuesday - The restaurant chain is offering veterans and active-duty service members a free Everyday Fresh Meal from any price tier worth up to $17.99 with proof of military service.
Shake Shack - All active-duty military personnel and veterans can get a free ShackBurger on Nov. 11 with valid military ID.
Smashburger - All veterans and military personnel with valid ID are eligible to get a free All-American Smash single, or a free Americana Big Dog. No purchase necessary, but the offer is only available in-store.
Sport Clips - The veteran-founded chain of haircutters is offering free haircuts to veterans and active-duty service members on Nov. 11. Clients also have the opportunity to donate to help veterans and service members pursue education and career goals after military service.
Starbucks - Veterans, active-duty service members and military spouses can enjoy a free tall hot or iced coffee of their choice.
Target - Active-duty military, veterans and their families receive a 20% discount on a purchase made in store or online through Veterans Day as a coupon in Target Circle.
Walgreens - Get 20% off eligible regular price items with myWalgreens in store only.
LONG ISLAND
Farmer’s Choice Deli & Grill - Veterans will have a choice between Halal platters, the Farmer’s Signature Sandwich and any Boar’s Head Meat Sandwich between 3 p.m. and 9 p.m. In addition, all customers will get a 20% discount on their bills Nov. 11.
Hair Force One - The Holbrook-based barber is offering free haircuts to all veterans from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. as a show of thanks for their service.
Long Island Game Farm - All veterans, active U.S. military and first responders are eligible for free general admission for them and up to three members of their families.
Town Bagel - Veterans on Long Island can get a free breakfast of their choice at the Plainview location before 1:30 p.m.
NEW JERSEY
Six Flags Great Adventure - The New Jersey theme park is offering a free single-day admission ticket to active-duty and retired U.S. military members and veterans during its Veterans Day Military Appreciation Weekend on Nov. 14 and 15.
NJ Transit - All active and retired military personnel are being honored Nov. 11 with free rides on all buses and trains. All that's needed is a veterans organization membership card, Veterans Administration ID, a military ID or U.S. military uniform.
Some discounts are not available at all locations - check before you head out!
