Editor’s note: This list includes details for Veterans Day 2021, and we’re adding even more. Check back regularly for new additions.
If you served, or are serving, in the military, these Dallas-Fort Worth restaurants and businesses want to say “thank you” with a free meal, discount deals and free admission to area attractions. The specials are offered to veterans and active-duty military, so be prepared to show proof of military service. Click on the name of the restaurant or venue to find location details. Most meal deals are dine-in only.
2021 restaurant deals
Applebee’s Choose a free entree from a special menu when you dine-in and receive a $5 gift card to use on a return visit within three weeks. Nov. 11.
Barbecue at Home by Dickey’s Barbecue Receive a 15% discount when you have your Dickey’s order shipped nationwide and use the code VETERAN15. Nov. 11-Dec. 31.
Vets who dine-in or order online for pick-up at Dickey’s locations can enjoy a free Pulled Pork Sandwich by using the code VETFREE on Veterans Day. Nov. 11.
BJ’s Choose a complimentary meal from a special Veterans Day menu. The special includes a Dr Pepper. Dine-in only. Nov. 11.
Bombshells Veterans eat free on Veterans Day; active service members and accompanying family members will receive a 20% discount. Dine-in only. Veterans are invited to bring a photo of themselves in uniform which will be displayed on the restaurant’s Wall of Honor. On every other day, veterans and active-duty receive a 20% discount on their meal. Nov. 11.
Bowl & Barrel Enjoy a free burger. Nov. 11.
Buffalo Wild Wings Complimentary “Wings for Heroes” meal of 10 boneless wings and fries. Nov. 11.
California Pizza Kitchen Choose a complimentary entree including pizzas, full-size salads and pasta dishes. Nov. 11.
Cantina Laredo Free entree up to $20 value. Nov. 11.
Chili’s Grill & Bar Order a free meal from a special menu at participating Chili’s. Dine-in only. Nov. 11.
Cicis Pizza Free adult buffet. Dine-in only. Offer does not include drink. Must present proof of service and the Veterans Day coupon. Nov. 11.
Cotton Patch Cafe Free Chicken Fried Steak or Chicken Fried Chicken entree. Good at all locations. Nov. 11.
Cracker Barrel Enjoy a free Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola Cake dessert when dining in the restaurant. Nov. 11.
Denny’s Free Build Your Own Grand Slam breakfast at participating Denny’s. Nov. 11, from 5 a.m. to noon.
Desperados Mexican Restaurant Create your own complimentary Tex-Mex meal with your choice of two items: enchiladas, tamale, tacos or tostado. Nov. 11.
Dunkin’ Free doughnut of your choice, no purchase required. Nov. 11.
El Chico Free entree up to $20 value. Nov. 11.
El Chignon The Fort Worth restaurant offers a year-round 10% discount on food and drinks to active-duty and former military. Every day.
El Fenix Complimentary taco plate (beef or chicken, crispy or soft taco) or enchilada plate (cheese, chicken or beef). Both plates served with rice and beans. Nov. 11.
Fish City Grill and Half Shells Seafood Grill Free entree valued up to $20.99. Dine-in and to-go. Nov. 11.
Freebirds World Burrito Free chips and dips including your choice of salsa, guacamole or queso blanco. Nov. 11.
Golden Corral Complimentary buffet dinner and drink served from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Nov. 11.
Hooters Free entrée from a Veterans Day menu with the purchase of a beverage. Choices include a buffalo chicken sandwich, buffalo chicken salad, grilled chicken sandwich, Hooters burger, 10-piece boneless wings. Nov. 11.
Hopdoddy Burger Bar Free Classic Burger with or without cheese. Offer good for dine-in or to go orders ordered by phone. Nov. 11.
IHOP Free stack of red, white & blueberry pancakes from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 11.
Logan’s Roadhouse Complimentary meal served from 3 to 6 p.m. Nov. 11.
Lucky’s Free entree up to $20 value. Nov. 11.
Luna Grill Buy a meal and get one free. Nov. 11-13.
McDonald’s Complimentary breakfast, lunch or dinner combo meal includes sandwich, drink and side. Offer good at the drive-through or inside pick-up. Nov. 11.
Norma’s Cafe Order a complimentary meal from a Veterans Day Breakfast menu. Nov. 11.
Old Chicago Pizza & Taproom Free starter with your order of an entree. This offer is for dine-in only and a value of up to $11.99. It excludes Old Chicago’s Keg of Wings. Nov. 11.
Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille Perry’s dinner pork chop is complimentary to veterans and active-duty when accompanied by a guest who purchases a dinner entree. Offer good for dine-in dinner only. Nov. 11.
Plucker’s Wing Bar The Texas-based chain know for its wings and fried pickles offers a free meal at all Plucker’s locations. Nov. 11.
The Rustic Free Chicken & Cheese sandwich - spicy fried chicken, dill pickles, mayo, American cheese on Texas toast. Nov. 11.
Silver Fox Free entree from the menu, up to $45 value. Nov. 11.
Snuffer’s Enjoy a free burger or sandwich. Nov. 11.
Terry Black’s Barbecue Veterans receive 30% off their entire order, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Nov. 11.
Texas de Brazil Receive 25% off dinner for up to six guests (with reservations) and does not include alcoholic beverages. Dinner only. Nov. 8-11.
Thirsty Lion Gastropub Complimentary entree and a non-alcoholic beverage at locations in Irving and Euless. Nov. 11.
III Forks Free entree up to $50 value. Nov. 11.
Torchy’s Tacos Complimentary taco (from the menu) along with iced tea or a fountain drink. Good for dine-in and pick-up orders. Nov. 11.
Trinity Groves Restaurants Service members can enjoy these offers. Discounts do not include alcohol. Nov. 11.
- Art Park 50% discount on your order. Nov. 11.
- Sum Dang Good, Holy Crust and Babb Brothers BBQ 20% discount on food. Nov. 11.
Twin Peaks Choose a meal from the free menu which includes chicken tenders, pulled pork sandwich, cheeseburger or Caesar salad. Nov. 11.
Twisted Root Burger Co. Buy a burger or sandwich and get the second one free. Nov. 11.
Walk-On’s Enjoy a complimentary Scholarship Burger and fries. Nov. 11.
Most restaurant chains offer Veterans Day specials at all their locations, but you might want to call and verify before you go. Click on the name of the restaurant to find location and contact details.
More deals
Free Gas Fill-Ups The Helpful Honda crew from the North Texas Honda Dealers will be filling up the gas tank for veterans and military members at various locations across the area. Check the Facebook page for a schedule of locations, dates and times. Honda owners can also get free gas fill-ups. Nov. 9-11.
Dallas Arboretum Free admission to the gardens and 10% off membership for veterans and active-duty military. Nov. 11.
The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza $11 admission to all military, past and present. Nov. 11.
Brakes To Go Receive 10% discount on your brake repair service during the month of November.
Great Clips Military members or vets can get a free haircut on Veterans Day. If you are not military, stop in for a haircut on Veterans Day and ask for a free haircut card to give to a veteran or active-duty military personnel good from Nov. 12 through Dec. 10, 2021. Nov. 11 from open to close.
Caliber Auto Glass Free auto glass chip repair service for veterans and active-duty military at the Flower Mound and Saginaw locations. Nov. 11.
Movie Tavern by Marcus Free popcorn for veterans and active-duty at the Bedford, Denton and Fort Worth movie theaters on Veterans Day. Show your military ID at the box office and purchase a discounted ticket for $7.50 every day. Nov. 11.
For everyone
Entrance fees to all National Parks are waived for everyone on Nov. 11, in honor of Veterans Day.
