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Chains such as Applebee's, Chili's, and California Pizza Kitchen are serving free entrees, while other outlets offer specific items like wings, pizza, and coffee. Entertainment venues like Dave & Buster's are participating by granting complimentary desserts alongside free all-day gameplay. Additionally, certain companies like Aspen Creek Grill are issuing $15 promotional vouchers that remain valid for use through late December.

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  • Service members must generally provide valid military identification or acceptable proof…: Service members must generally provide valid military identification or acceptable proof of service to claim these promotional offers.
  • Several participating establishments extend discounts to accompanying family members or o…: Several participating establishments extend discounts to accompanying family members or offer vouchers that remain valid well beyond the holiday.
  • Promotional terms, operating hours, and menu restrictions differ across individual brand…: Promotional terms, operating hours, and menu restrictions differ across individual brand locations and regional venues.

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Veterans Day Free meals, offers and discounts

Applebee’s: Veterans and active-duty military members can get a free entree from a special menu on Veterans Day. The dine-in offer requires valid military identification.- Aroma Joe’s: Service members and veterans can get a free 24-ounce drink or AJ’s RUSH Energy Drink 24. Valid identification is required.

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- Aspen Creek Grill: Veterans and service members can receive a $15 voucher between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Veterans Day. The voucher is valid through December 24, 2026.

- Backyard Taco: All seven Arizona locations offer military members and veterans a free meal worth up to $15. Customers pay the difference if their order exceeds that amount.

- Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar: Veterans and military members can get a free cheeseburger and side between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. The offer is dine-in only.

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