NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Veterans and active-duty military can find free food and other promotions at restaurants nationwide on Veterans Day, Nov. 11. Some deals also give customers a reason to come back for another deal later. About 30 restaurant brands are included in Dinova’s 2026 Veterans Day Dining Guide, according to Alison Quinn, president of the Florida-based company. The guide is in its fifth year and includes national and regional chains such as Bonefish Grill, Carrabba’s Italian Grill, Hooters, Outback Steakhouse and Red Lobster. A 102-YEAR-OLD NAVY VETERAN STILL WANTS SPICY WINGS AFTER 102 COMBAT MISSIONS IN KOREA: ‘I COULD GET TO 115.’ What we’re starting to see now is going beyond Veterans Day to try. to give back to veterans in a way that’s more meaningful,” Quinn told Fox News Digital. “Just not in a day, but come back and we’ll give you something again.” Quinn pointed to California-based Hofman Hospitality Group, which offers select meals to veterans and a $10 bonus card toward a future visit. Lucille’s Smokehouse Bar-B-Que is among the group’s brands. The Veterans Day Dining Guide is a compilation of restaurants offering free meals and discounts to veterans and active duty military. (iStock) Outback Steakhouse is offering a complimentary Bloomin’ Onion and soft drink, along with a meal deal for a return visit, he said CLICK HERE TO SUBSCRIBE TO OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Other deals listed in the guide include 10 free boneless wings and fries at Buffalo Wild Wings, a complimentary Red’s Big Tavern Burger at Red Robin, free shrimp at Red. Lobster and a free All-American Smash at Smashburger. Lucille’s Smokehouse Bar-B-Que is among the restaurants offering certain free meals to veterans on Nov. 11. (Noah Graham/NBAE via Getty Images) Dinova started the guide to share deals with veterans and, in some cases, active-duty military personnel, Quinn said the company’s restaurant business network includes about 25,000 restaurants and 600 corporate partners, he said. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS Downloads of the guide have increased over the years, Quinn said, and the promotions can be helpful for veterans or active-duty personnel who are struggling or “living on a tight budget.” OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE REVIEW When asked which deal he would choose, Quinn highlighted the complimentary Eddie Merlot cheeseburger. His father is an 85-year-old veteran, he said, and he plans to tell him CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FOX NEWS APP Veterans and active-duty military members should bring identification and check with their local restaurant before visiting, Quinn said Participation and ID requirements may vary by location and location. offer. Peter Burke is lifestyle editor at Fox News Digital. He covers various lifestyle topics, with an emphasis on food and drink.
