Veterans Day Free Meals in Texas 2026

Chili’s

Choose from the holiday menu

Veterans and active-duty military can choose a qualifying entrée. The published choices show Chicken Crispers, Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadillas, an Oldtimer with Cheese, or soup with a house salad.

• Dine in at a participating branch.
• Beverages and gratuity are extra.
• No substitutions or combining offers.

Ask which proof of service your branch accepts and when it serves the holiday menu.

Golden Corral

Dinner and a drink included

Military Appreciation Night covers a buffet meal and beverage for veterans, retirees, active-duty personnel, National Guard and Reserve members.

• Wednesday, November 11, from 4 p.m. until closing.
• Family and friends can join at regular dinner prices.
• No takeout meals or rain checks.

This is the evening option in the list with a stated start time. Check the local closing time before setting off.

Red Robin

A burger meal without a purchase requirement

The offer is a Red’s Big Tavern Burger with bottomless steak fries for veterans and active-duty military presenting valid military ID or proof of service.

• Dine-in only at participating restaurants.
• Substitutions, add-ons and premium sides may cost extra.
• No app, online, delivery or takeout redemption.
• Tax and gratuity are excluded; discounts cannot be combined.

Joe’s Crab Shack

A discount for a meal together

Veterans with valid military ID can use the dine-in offer for a party of up to four. Alcohol, retail purchases, tax and gratuity are excluded, and other discounts cannot be added.

The official Texas directory lists Corpus Christi, Fort Worth, Galveston and the San Antonio River Walk. This is a paid meal with a discount, rather than a free entrée.

For five or more: the published party limit is four. Ask the restaurant about your group before booking.

McCormick & Schmick’s

An early Sunday meal in Houston

Eligible guests include veterans, active military, National Guard members, Gold Star parents and Gold Star spouses. Bring valid ID. The Texas directory lists Downtown Houston and Uptown Park.

These are the listed promotional prices; do not halve them again. Dine-in only. Tax, gratuity and alcohol are excluded; other discounts cannot be combined.

Applebee’s

Free full-size entrée from a seven-item menu

Veterans, active-duty personnel, National Guard and Reserve members can choose from seven entrées, including a 6 oz top sirloin, Double Crunch Shrimp or Three-Cheese Chicken Penne.

• Participating restaurants only. Dine in and bring proof of service. Drinks and gratuity are separate.
• Accepted proof includes military ID, DD214, a current Leave and Earnings Statement or an eligible veterans organization card.
• The separate $5 return-visit card expires November 29 and cannot be used on the day it is issued.

Logan’s Roadhouse

Free entrée from a five-item lunch menu

LiveNOW from FOX reports a special lunch menu for veterans and active-duty military, with options such as steak tips, grilled pork chop and chicken tenders.

• Visit from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and show military ID or proof of service.
• The offer is dine-in at participating corporate-operated restaurants. Call your Texas location before making the trip.

Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar

Free selected entrée, personal dessert and soda

LiveNOW from FOX reports a Fireside Favorites meal for veterans, active-duty personnel, retirees, National Guard and Reserve members. Entrée options include grilled shrimp tacos and honey miso chicken.

• Lazy Dog’s official Addison location page also links to nearby Texas locations, including Plano.
• Call the branch to confirm participation, service hours and accepted proof of service.

Freddy’s

Pick up a free combo meal card

Veterans and active military can visit Freddy’s on November 11 to collect a free combo meal card. No purchase is required to receive it.

• Pick up the card on November 11 and use it by November 25.
• Ask your branch about accepted proof of service and check the printed redemption terms.

Texas Roadhouse

Free meal voucher listed by Visit Dallas

Visit Dallas lists a free meal voucher for a selection from the Veterans Day menu. Its guide lists validity into May 2027. The restaurant’s national community page confirms Veterans Day meals generally.

• This listing is based on Dallas-area reporting. Confirm participation and pickup hours with your specific restaurant.
• Bring military ID or ask what other proof the location accepts. Use the expiration date printed on your voucher.