FREE MEALS FOR VETERANS & ACTIVE-DUTY MILITARY
NOVEMBER 11, 2026 • NYC, LONG ISLAND & NEARBY
Thank you for your service. These Veterans Day offers are for eligible veterans and military members at participating NY-area restaurants. Bring military ID or accepted proof of service and confirm local participation before traveling. Restaurant presence in the area does not guarantee every branch participates.
Applebee’s
Free full-size entrée from the Veterans Day menu. Dine-in only; proof of service required. Beverages and gratuity are not included. Offer details
Chili’s
Free meal from a select Veterans Day menu. Dine-in only at participating locations; beverages and gratuity are extra. Offer details
Wendy’s
Free Dave’s Single for veterans and active-duty military. Identify yourself when ordering inside or at the drive-thru. No purchase necessary; app, kiosk and delivery orders are excluded. Offer details
Shake Shack
Free single ShackBurger. Order in-Shack with a team member and show proof of service. App, online, delivery and drive-thru orders are excluded, along with airport, stadium, arena, travel-plaza and museum locations. Add-ons cost extra. Offer details
White Castle
Free eligible individual combo or breakfast combo for veterans and active-duty military who dine in. Bring valid military ID; confirm eligible combos locally. Offer details
Golden Corral — Bronx
Free thank-you buffet and beverage from 4 p.m. until close, local time. Dine-in only for those who have served in the U.S. military. The Bronx location is listed at 2375 E. Tremont Avenue; confirm participation before visiting. Offer details
Buffalo Wild Wings
Free 10 boneless wings and fries for veterans and active-duty military with proof of service at participating traditional sports bars, dine-in only. BWW GO has different terms, including a $5 minimum purchase for its walk-in offer. Offer details
Prince St. Pizza
Free slice for veterans and active-duty military on November 11. Show valid military ID or proof of service at the counter. One slice per eligible guest. Offer details
Denny’s
Free Original Grand Slam from 5 a.m. to noon local time. Dine-in only; valid military ID or DD-214 required. Beverage not included. Check the official locator for current New York locations, including Jackson Heights and Centereach. Offer details
Red Robin
Free Red’s Big Tavern Burger with Bottomless Steak Fries. Dine-in only with valid military ID or proof of service at participating locations. No purchase necessary; modifications and other burger styles are excluded. Offer details
California Pizza Kitchen
Free entrée and beverage from a special menu for veterans and active-duty service members. Dine-in only at participating company-owned restaurants; valid military ID required. No purchase necessary. Call your NY-area location to confirm participation. Offer details
Hard Rock Cafe — Times Square
Free Classic Smash Burger for eligible active and retired military guests with valid ID, dine-in only on November 11. Confirm hours and eligibility with the Times Square restaurant. Offer details
Offers are valid Wednesday, November 11, 2026 unless stated otherwise. Selection, eligibility, hours and participation vary. Taxes, gratuity, substitutions and premium add-ons may be extra. Food pictures are illustrative. Sources reviewed November 8: restaurant announcements, VA News, The American Legion and creator roundups including The Freebie Guy.