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Freebies, deals that veterans, active-duty military can enjoy this Veterans Day

These San Antonio businesses are honoring veterans on Wednesday

Veterans Day deals (KSAT)

SAN ANTONIO – Restaurants around San Antonio are offering veterans and active-duty military some freebies and deals in honor of Veterans Day on Wednesday.

From doughnuts to steaks, current and former military members can cash in on a variety of appetizers, meals and desserts from a wide range of business.

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Military IDs must be presented in order to take advantage of the deals, and the majority of the deals are offered for dine-in only.

Here are food deals for military members and veterans:

  • 54th Street: Veterans and active-duty military can eat free for up to $12 while dining in.
  • Bar Louie: On Wednesday, active-duty military and veterans can receive a free burger or flatbread of their choice. Participants must show a valid ID, and the offer is valid for dine-in only.
  • BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse: Current military members and veterans can receive a free entree up to $14.95 and a free Dr Pepper. It is valid for dine-in on Wednesday only.
  • Boiler House: Veterans can get a free burger on Wednesday.
  • Bowl and Barrel: Military members can receive a free burger with a valid ID on Wednesday.
  • Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.: Military members and their families can receive 20% off on Wednesday.
  • Chicken N Pickle: A flag-raising ceremony to honor military service members will be held at 11:11 a.m. Throughout the day, Chicken N Pickle will provide veterans with a small gift.
  • Chili’s: Veterans and active-duty military can receive a meal from a fixed menu. The deal is for dine-in only at participating restaurants. For a list of free menu items, click here.
  • Cici’s Pizza: Veterans and active-duty military can receive a free adult buffet when they dine-in. Proof of service is required. To view the coupon, click here.
  • Dairy Queen: Veterans and active-duty military can get a free medium Blizzard on Wednesday. Proof of service is required.
  • Denny’s: Veterans and military personnel can get a free build-your-own grand slam from 5 a.m. to noon on Wednesday. The offer is for dine-in only, and hours can vary by location.
  • Dunkin': Veterans and active-duty military can get a free doughnut of their choice for in-store only.
  • The General Public: Military members can receive a free burger with a valid ID on Wednesday.
  • Golden Corral: Active-duty military or veterans can pick up a promotional card at a restaurant throughout November to receive a free meal. The cards can be redeemed from now until May 31 for dine-in only, Monday to Thursday.
  • Hopdoddy’s: On Wednesday, Hopdoddy Burger Bar at The Rim and The Vineyard will offer a free classic burger to veterans and active-duty service members who show up in uniform or show their military ID. The offer is available for to-go and dining in.
  • Logan’s Roadhouse: Veterans and active-duty military can eat a free meal from the American Roadhouse Meals menu from 3-6 p.m. on Wednesday. An ID is required and the offer is for dine-in only. To see the fixed menu, click here.
  • McDonald’s: All San Antonio locations will be giving away a free breakfast combo meal of choice to all veterans and active-duty servicemen and women showing proper military ID on Veterans Day from 6-10:30 a.m.
  • MAX’s Wine Dive: Veterans can get a free burger on Wednesday.
  • Plucker’s: Veterans and active-duty military can receive a free meal when dining-in on Wednesday.
  • QT: Veterans and active-duty military members can receive a free self-serve coffee or fountain drink on Wednesday. They must show a military ID.
  • Red Lobster: Veterans, active-duty military and reservists can receive a free appetizer or dessert from a fixed menu. Guests must show a valid military ID.
  • Red Robin: Military Royalty members can receive a free tavern burger with bottomless steak fries from Nov. 12 to Nov. 30. This offer is available for to-go or dine-in.
  • The Rustic: Veterans and active-duty military can get a free Rustic burger from 3-11 p.m. on Wednesday.
  • Taco Cabana: Veterans and active-duty military can receive 50% off a two-enchilada or three-enchilada plate. The offer is available for dine-in and drive-thru, but not through the MYTC! app.
  • TravelCenters of America: Active-duty military and veterans can receive a free meal at Country Pride Iron Skillet or participating quick-serve restaurants on Wednesday. Proof of service is required.
  • Twin Peaks: Military members can receive a free meal from a fixed menu on Wednesday.
  • Yard House: Active-duty military and veterans can receive a free appetizer on Wednesday.

Here are non-food deals for military members and veterans:

  • Bubble Bath Car Wash: Veterans and military personnel can receive a free car wash from 8 a.m.-7 p.m. on Wednesday.
  • Santikos: Military personnel and veterans can receive a free movie ticket on Wednesday. Proof of service is required.
  • Staples: Active-duty personnel, reservists and veterans can receive 25% off in-store purchases from Nov. 8-14. A military ID must be presented.

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Rebecca Salinas is the Digital Executive Producer at KSAT 12 News. A San Antonio native, Rebecca is an award-winning journalist who joined KSAT in 2019.

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