Happy Veterans Day!
The Ellen K Morning Show honors all veterans and military members today, thank you for your service.
Here is a list of deals you need to know about if you are a veteran or active military member.
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Starbucks: Free hot or iced coffee
Starbucks is adding a twist to its annual Veterans Day special, offering a free tall (12-ounce) hot or iced coffee, valid one per customer for veterans, military service members and military spouses at participating U.S. Starbucks stores.
Dunkin': Free doughnut
Dunkin’ is offering veterans and active military a free doughnut, no purchase or proof of ID required, and for in-store redemption only.
Krispy Kreme: Free doughnut and coffee
Krispy Kreme is offering a free doughnut and a small hot or iced brewed coffee. The freebies don't require a separate purchase and the offer is available in-store only.
Olive Garden: Free meal
Olive Garden is offering veterans and active-duty military personnel with a free entrée from a special menu. Meals offered include: never-ending soup, salad and breadsticks, cheese ravioli, spaghetti and meatballs, fettuccini alfredo and chicken parmigiana.
Outback: Free Bloomin' Onion and drink
Outback Steakhouse is offering all active and retired military personnel a free Bloomin' Onion and a Coca-Cola product in restaurant. The chain is also still applying its "daily heroes discount" with 10% off entire checks for nurses, doctors, medical staff, military veterans, police, firefighters and first responders.
Applebee's: Free meal and coupon
Applebee's will be offering veterans and active-duty military personnel a free meal from a select menu, including:
- 6 oz. top sirloin
- Double crunch shrimp
- Fiesta lime chicken
- Chicken tenders platter
- Classic bacon cheeseburger
- Oriental chicken salad
- Three-cheese chicken penne
IHOP: Free pancakes
IHOP is offering free red, white and blue pancakes – three buttermilk pancakes topped with glazed strawberries, blueberry compote and whipped topping – at participating locations from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. for dine-in only.
Denny's: Free Grand Slam
Denny's is giving a complimentary Grand Slam – two buttermilk pancakes, bacon, sausage and eggs – to all active, non-active and retired military personnel at participating locations from 5 a.m. to 12 p.m. for dine-in only.
Buffalo Wild Wings: Free wings and fries
Buffalo Wild Wings is giving veterans and active-duty service members with valid ID 10 free boneless wings and fries for dine-in only.
BJ's: Free meal and drink
BJ’s is offering a free meal from a select menu and a free Dr. Pepper beverage at all locations to current and former military personnel. Menu items include:
- Bacon-guacamole deluxe burger
- Deep dish ziti
- Jumbo spaghetti and meatballs
- Parmesan-crusted chicken
- Grilled chicken alfredo
- Enlightened Mediterranean chicken pita tacos
- BJ’s classic crispy chicken sandwich
Red Robin: Free burger and fries
Red Robin is giving veterans and active-duty service members a free Red's Tavern Double Burger and bottomless steak fries at participating restaurants for dine-in only.
Texas Roadhouse: Free meal voucher
From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Texas Roadhouse is giving veterans and active-duty military personnel meal vouchers valid through May 30, 2023 with proof of service, no purchase necessary.
Wendy's: Free breakfast
Wendy's is giving those with valid military ID or Veterans Advantage card a free breakfast combo during participating location's breakfast hours. Valid in-store or at drive-thru.
Hooters: Free meal with drink purchase
Hooters is offering veterans or active-duty military who present proof of service a free meal from a select menu with purchase of a beverage at any location nationwide. The menu includes:
- Ten piece boneless wings
- Hooters burger
- Grilled chicken sandwich
- Buffalo chicken sandwich
- Buffalo chicken salad
Red Lobster: Free shrimp
Red Lobster is giving veterans, active-duty military and reservists free Walt's Favorite Shrimp, fries and coleslaw with valid ID for dine-in and to go from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
California Pizza Kitchen: Free meal and meal voucher
California Pizza Kitchen is offering a complimentary entrée and drink to veteran and active military members for dine-in only with proof of service. All veterans who dine-in will also get a BOGO voucher valid from Nov. 12-21.
Cracker Barrel: Free dessert
Cracker Barrel is giving any veteran or active-duty military a complimentary slice of double chocolate fudge Coca-Cola cake with any purchase in-store and online. To redeem the offer online, guests must add cake to order and enter code "VETSDAY22" at checkout.
Little Caesars: Free lunch combo
Little Caesars is offering veterans and military personnel free HOT-N-READY lunch combo at participating locations from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. The combo features for slices of the chain's Detroit-style deep dish pizza and a 20-ounce Pepsi product.
Peet's Coffee: Free coffee
Peet's Coffee is giving current and former members of military, as well as military spouses, a small drip coffee or tea, one per customer. Must mention military status when ordering.
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