Military members can cash in on these Veterans Day freebies, deals

Veterans and active-duty service members across Maryland will find a wide range of free meals and discounts available for Veterans Day on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026, according to WBFF. Offers range from free breakfasts and burgers to restaurant entrées, appetizers and even a free car wash, though deals vary by location and many require proof of service such as a military ID, VA card, discharge papers or other documentation. Some offers are dine-in only and may not be combined with other discounts.

Specific deals listed by WBFF include: Another Broken Egg Café in Elkridge offering up to $10 off any entrée for dine-in only; Benihana in Bethesda providing a complimentary 5-course hibachi entrée with purchase of an appetizer from Nov. 9 through 11 for active military, veterans and Gold Star Families; Bonefish Grill locations in Glen Burnie, Owings Mills, Bel Air and others giving a complimentary order of Bang Bang Shrimp and a nonalcoholic beverage; Bubba's 33 in Glen Burnie offering a free lunch from a select menu until 4 p.m.; California Pizza Kitchen locations providing a complimentary non-alcoholic beverage and one free entrée from a special menu; Buffalo Wild Wings offering 10 free boneless wings and fries with valid ID or WeSalute+ ID Card; Capriotti's Sandwich Shop locations in Bel Air, Annapolis and others giving a free small sub with any purchase; Carrabba's Italian Grill in Baltimore, Hunt Valley, Ellicott City and other areas offering a free appetizer or dessert; Charlie's Cheesesteaks throughout Maryland providing a free regular-sized order of fries; Cracker Barrel offering a free sunrise pancake special; Dave & Buster's locations in White Marsh, Hanover and others giving free unlimited game play all day and/or a free dessert with entrée purchase; Denny's locations offering a free Original Grand Slam breakfast from 5 a.m. until noon; Dunkin' offering a free donut to active and retired military, in-store only, one per guest while supplies last; Einstein Bros. Bagels giving a free hot or iced coffee any size with any purchase; Firebirds Wood Fired Grill in Annapolis, Frederick and Gaithersburg offering a free lunch or dinner to veterans or active-duty service members you dine in with; Firehouse Subs locations offering any size sub and a second sub for free; Friendly's in Nottingham, Glen Burnie and Pasadena providing a free Veterans Burger with Cheese, Fries and a Beverage from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., dine-in only, one offer per guest; Golden Corral hosting a military appreciation night from 4 p.m. to close with a free "thank you" meal for dine-in guests; Hard Rock Café at the Inner Harbor inviting all military service members to enjoy a complimentary Classic Smash Burger all day, with veterans able to combine this with the 15% military discount; Kona Grill at the Inner Harbor offering a complimentary entrée with purchase of any starter all day from Nov. 9 through Nov. 11, dine-in only; Little Caesars locations offering a complimentary lunch combo in-store only on Nov. 11 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; Main Event in Columbia giving a free double cheeseburger with fries and a 30-minute game card; Menchie's in Bel Air offering veterans and active military members their first 6 oz of froyo free; Mission BBQ locations throughout Maryland offering a free sandwich; Olive Garden providing a free entrée from a special menu for each veteran and current military member with proof of service; Outback Steakhouse locations offering a free Bloomin' Onion and a beverage on Nov. 10 through 11, plus a free Hero's Meal on a future visit through Dine Rewards; Paisano's Pizza in College Park and other locations offering a free large 1-Topping pizza; Red Lobster locations offering a free Veteran's Shrimp and Chips, dine-in only, requiring valid military ID, WeSalute+ ID Card or proof of service; Sheetz inviting all veterans and active-duty military to a free half turkey sub and regular-size fountain drink including extras and add-ons, plus a free car wash; Sonic offering a half-priced shake in any size and flavor including Classic and Master Shakes; Ted's Bulletin in Gaithersburg offering a free Ted's Tart; Texas Roadhouse distributing free meal vouchers from 11 a.m. through 2 p.m., redeemable through May 31 for a choice of 10 entrees, with proof of service required; and TGI Fridays offering a free meal from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. from a select menu. Other popular chains including Chili's, Starbucks, Chick-fil-A, Red Robin, Ruby Tuesday and IHOP also offer deals, though availability depends on participating locations. Customers are encouraged to contact their local restaurant to confirm details before heading out.