On Veterans Day 2024, New Jersey businesses are showing their appreciation for veterans and active-duty military personnel by offering a range of discounts, freebies, and special deals. Whether you’re looking for a free meal, a cup of coffee, or a tasty dessert, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy a well-deserved treat. Veterans Day, observed on Monday, November 11th, is a perfect time for businesses to express gratitude for the sacrifices made by our military members.
Note: Most of these deals require a valid military ID or proof of military service, so be sure to bring your ID with you. And as always, it’s a good idea to call ahead to confirm that your local participating franchise is honoring these offers.
Veterans Day Deals in New Jersey (2024)
Here’s a detailed list of the best Veterans Day offers across the state:
Applebee’s
Veterans and active-duty military personnel can enjoy a free meal from a select menu on Veterans Day (Monday). This offer is available for dine-in only. A military ID or proof of service is required.
BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse
Veterans and active military members get a free Chocolate Chunk Pizookie on Monday, no purchase necessary. Additionally, a coupon for a free appetizer (valid Nov. 12–Dec. 31) will be provided, good for dine-in or take-out.
Bonefish Grill
Active-duty service members and veterans with valid ID can enjoy a complimentary order of Bang Bang Shrimp with a soft beverage on Monday, available for dine-in only.
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
Veterans receive a 20% discount on their meal when they dine in on Veterans Day (Monday), with proof of military service.
Buffalo Wild Wings
Veterans and active-duty military personnel get 10 free boneless wings and fries with valid ID on Monday. This deal is available for both dine-in and walk-in orders at the counter.
California Pizza Kitchen
Veterans and active-duty military members can select a free meal from a special menu on Veterans Day. Additionally, a buy one, get one free offer is available for pizza, pasta, or salad (valid Nov. 12–25).
Carrabba’s Italian Grill
From Friday to Sunday, veterans and active military members who show a valid ID can enjoy an entrée for free and take home another entrée of equal or lesser value. On Veterans Day itself, veterans can receive a complimentary appetizer or dessert and a non-alcoholic beverage with their dine-in meal.
Chili’s
Veterans and active-duty military members can enjoy a free meal from a select menu at participating Chili’s locations (dine-in only) on Monday. A military ID is required.
Dave & Buster’s
Veterans can enjoy a free entrée (up to $20) and a free $10 Power Card on Veterans Day with a valid veterans ID.
Denny’s
From 5 a.m. to noon on Monday, veterans and active-duty military personnel with a military ID or DD214 (certificate of discharge) can enjoy a free Original Grand Slam breakfast.
Dunkin’
Veterans and active-duty military personnel can grab a free doughnut on Monday (in-store only) while supplies last.
Einstein Bros. Bagels
Veterans and active-duty military personnel get a free hot or iced coffee of any size with an in-store purchase on Veterans Day.
Friendly’s
Veterans can enjoy a free All-American Burger with cheese and a beverage at Friendly’s from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday. A military ID or honorable discharge document is required for the offer.
Golden Corral
Golden Corral’s annual Military Appreciation Night allows veterans and active-duty military personnel to eat free from 5 p.m. to close on Monday (dine-in only).
Hooters
Veterans and active-duty military personnel who show proof of service or a military ID can get a free meal (with beverage purchase) on Veterans Day at participating locations (dine-in only).
IHOP
From 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday, veterans and active-duty military personnel can enjoy a free Red, White & Blueberry Pancake Combo.
Johnny Rockets
Veterans and active-duty military personnel can get a free single burger with the purchase of any drink or shake on Monday (dine-in only). Military ID or uniform required.
Legal Sea Foods
Veterans and active-duty military personnel can enjoy a free bowl of chowder on Veterans Day (dine-in only, except for airport locations).
Little Caesars
From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday, veterans and active-duty military personnel can receive a complimentary Lunch Combo, which includes four slices of Detroit-style pizza and a 20-ounce drink.
LongHorn Steakhouse
Veterans and active-duty military personnel get 10% off their meal, plus a free appetizer or dessert on Sunday and Monday (dine-in and call-in orders only).
McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurants
Active-duty military personnel, veterans, National Guard members, Gold Star Parents, and Gold Star Spouses can enjoy half-priced entrées on Veterans Day (dine-in only; reservations recommended).
Olive Garden
Veterans and active military personnel can enjoy a complimentary entrée from a special menu on Veterans Day (dine-in only).
Outback Steakhouse
Active-duty military personnel and veterans can enjoy a free Bloomin’ Onion and beverage with the purchase of an adult entrée on Veterans Day (dine-in only).
Peet’s Coffee
Veterans get one free drip coffee or tea of any size on Monday at participating retail coffee bar locations (airport, supermarket, and other licensed locations excluded).
Playa Bowls
Veterans with a military ID can get a free bowl (in-store only) on Veterans Day.
QDOBA Mexican Eats
Veterans and active-duty military members who show a valid military ID at checkout receive 50% off any full-size entrée (dine-in only at participating locations).
Raising Cane’s
Active and non-active military personnel and their spouses can receive 10% off their entire purchase on Veterans Day when they mention the Hero Discount Program at the register (valid ID required).
Red Lobster
Veterans, active-duty military personnel, and reservists can enjoy a free Veteran’s Shrimp & Chip meal on Veterans Day with a military ID or proof of service (dine-in only).
Red Robin
Veterans and active-duty military personnel can enjoy a complimentary Red’s Big Tavern Burger and Bottomless Side when dining in at participating restaurants on Veterans Day.
Sizzler
From opening until 4 p.m. on Monday, Sizzler locations offer a free lunch from a special menu to any active-duty military personnel and veterans.
Sonic Drive-In
On Veterans Day, all shakes (any size and flavor) are half price at participating Sonic Drive-In locations.
Starbucks
Veterans, military service members, and their spouses can enjoy a free 12-ounce hot or iced coffee on Veterans Day at participating stores and licensed locations.
TCBY
Veterans and active-duty military personnel can enjoy a free 6-ounce frozen yogurt at participating locations on Monday with a valid military ID.
Texas Roadhouse
Active-duty military personnel and veterans can receive a free meal (dine-in or meal voucher) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Veterans Day with a military ID. Meal vouchers are valid through May 30, 2025.
TGI Fridays
Veterans and active-duty military personnel can enjoy a free meal from a select menu from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Veterans Day.
Tim Hortons
Anyone in a U.S. military uniform or who presents a valid veteran’s ID can get a free classic doughnut on Monday (in-store only).
Whataburger
Veterans and active-duty military members in uniform or with a valid ID can enjoy a free 16-ounce hot or iced coffee on Veterans Day (in-store only at participating locations).
White Castle
Veterans, active-duty military personnel, and their spouses can claim a free individual meal combo or a breakfast combo on Veterans Day (dine-in only).
This list offers an extensive range of Veterans Day deals to make sure those who have served or are serving our country feel appreciated. Be sure to check out participating locations, bring proof of service, and enjoy the well-deserved discounts and freebies!
