Veterans Day 2016 dining deals

Veterans Day 2016 dining deals
Veterans Day 2016 dining deals
We're all deeply grateful for the sacrifices that the men and women who serve in the military make on our behalf

Over the last several years, the restaurant industry has increasing come together on Veterans Day to honor those who've proudly spent time in uniform. Chain restaurants and individual operators alike have stepped forward to say "thank you

This year, for instance, Friendly's Restaurants are once again treating veterans and active military alike to a free breakfast, lunch, or dinner on Friday

The breakfast option will be Friendly's "Big-To-Do," a mix-and-match affair that features combinations of pancakes, French toast, and eggs. Coffee or tea is also included

At lunch and dinner honorees can enjoy a complimentary All-American Burger with fries and a beverage

A valid military ID or discharge card is required; participation may vary with location.

Meanwhile, Applebee's is offering veterans and active duty military a free meal from a limited menu, on Friday

Veterans get a complimentary slice of Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola Cake on Friday at Cracker Barrel, while active, inactive and retired military personnel get a free Build Your Own Grand Slam on Friday, 5 a.m. to noon, at Denny's

IHOP restaurants are saying thanks with a free order of Red, White, and Blue Pancakes on Friday. Available from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., the buttermilk pancakes are topped with glazed strawberries, blueberry compote, and whipped topping

Proof of military service is required, and more information is available at ihop.com. Participation may vary with location

On Monday, Nov. 14, Golden Corral Restaurants will observe their 16th Annual Military Appreciation Night, an occasion when Golden Corral honors active duty and retired military person with a free dinner buffet and beverage. The offer will be available from 5 until 9 p.m.; more details can be found at goldencorral.com/military

Ninety Nine Restaurant and Pub locations will be offering veterans and active-duty military a free lunch with the purchase of an entree, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., on Friday

Chain steakhouses are also offering deals

Outback promises a free Bloomin' Onion and beverage, as well as 15 percent discount on Friday. Rival Texas Roadhouse is offering a free lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Longhorn Steakhouse will give active duty military, veterans and their families a complimentary appetizer or dessert on Friday. Guests that dine with a veteran will also receive 10 percent off their meal