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Where Can Veterans Get Free Meals for Veterans Day in Gwinnett?

Restaurants like Golden Corral, Chili's and Texas Roadhouse are offering free meals to veterans and active military members on November 11.

Veterans Day is Monday, November 11. And in honor of those who have served our nation, many chain restaurants are offering military members free meals or discounts. There are deals for free breakfast, lunch, dinner and donations and deals throughout the month.

Applebee’s – Military veterans and active service members can choose from one of 7 free entrees on Monday, Nov. 11. Military ID or proof of service is required. There is an Applebee’s located in Lawrenceville at 655 Duluth Highway. 

California Pizza Kitchen – Get a free pizza when you come in uniform or present proper identification. Offer only valid for dine-in on Monday, Nov. 11. The nearest location is at the Forum at Peachtree, 5173 Peachtree Parkway, Peachtree Corners. 

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Carraba’s – Enjoy a free appetizer on Veteran’s Day. Proof of service is required. Carraba’s in Gwinnett County is located at 2030 Sugarloaf Circle, Duluth.

Chili’s – On Monday, Nov. 11, vets and active service members can choose one of seven meals for dinner or any lunch combo during lunch hours for free. Proof of service is required. Offer only valid for dine-in. Chili’s in Lilburn is located at the corner of Killian Hill Road and Highway 78 at 4031 Hwy 78.

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Denny’s – Veterans and active military can eat all the pancakes they want on Monday, Nov. 11 between 6a.m. and 2p.m. The closest location is at 5534 Jimmy Carter Blvd in Norcross.

Einstein Bros. Bagels – Get a free Classic or Signature bagel and topping between 5:30a.m. and 5p.m. with proper ID.

Golden Corral – The buffet restaurant is hosting their annual “Military Appreciation Monday” with a “thank you” dinner from 4pm until 9pm on Nov. 11. Golden Corral in Lawrenceville is located at 2155 Riverside Parkway.

Hooter’s – Active military members and veterans can enjoy a free meal (up to $10.99 value) with the purchase of a beverage on Monday, Nov. 11.  There is a Hooter’s located at 860 Duluth Highway in Lawrenceville.

Krispy Kreme – Participating locations are giving away a free doughnut and small coffee to veterans and active duty military on Veteran’s Day. There is a location in Lilburn at 4129 Highway 78 in Lilburn.

Little Caesars – Veterans and active military can take home a free order of crazy bread on Monday. There are locations all across Gwinnett County

LongHorn Steakhouse – The steakhouse chain is giving those who have served a complimentary Texas Onion and non-alcoholic drink. This deal is good Monday Nov. 11-Thursday Nov. 14. You can find them in Lawrenceville at 800 Lawrenceville Suwanee Rd.

O’Charley’s – Active military and veterans can get a free entrée from the $9.99’er menu with proper ID on Monday. Their Lawrenceville location is at 830 Lawrenceville Suwanee Rd. 

Olive Garden – Get a free meal from a special menu on Veterans Day if you’re a vet or active military member. The Italian chain is also offering a 10% discount for current military members and their family throughout the month of November. There are locations in Duluth, Snellville and Buford.

On the Border – The Mexican chain will let veterans and active military members order a free entrée from the “Create Your Own Combo” menu on Veterans Day. They will also donate 15% of your purchase to “Carry the Load,” a non-profit military organization, if you bring in this flyer.

Red Lobster – Veterans and active military members can receive a free appetizer from a selected list on Veteran’s Day. There is a location in Snellville at 4001 Highway 78. 

Red Robin – The burger chain is offering a free Red’s Tavern Double and fries to military members and veterans on Monday, Nov. 11 with proper ID. The nearest restaurant is located at the Shoppes at Webb Gin at 1250 Scenic Highway.

Starbucks - Veterans, active military members as well as their spouses can enjoy a free tall brewed coffee at Starbucks nationwide.

Texas Roadhouse – Enjoy a free lunch on Veterans Day. Active military members and veterans can choose from 10 free meals, plus sides and a drink starting at 11am Monday. The nearest location is at 1069 Dogwood Road in Snellville.

T.G.I.Friday’s – Veterans and active military members can get a free lunch at Friday’s on Monday between 11a.m. and 2p.m. There are two locations in Gwinnett—1695 Pleasant Hill Rd in Duluth and 1795 Mall of Georgia Blvd in Buford.


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