💰 Veterans Day 2026: Free Food, Drinks & Restaurant Deals Across the Phoenix Valley

Today, Wednesday, November 11, is Veterans Day, and restaurants throughout the Phoenix metro area are showing their appreciation for the men and women who have served our country.

From Scottsdale and Phoenix to Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Glendale and Peoria, dozens of restaurants are offering complimentary meals, special discounts and other perks to veterans and active-duty military members.

Whether you're craving a juicy burger, a sizzling steak, a hearty breakfast or just a great cup of coffee, we've rounded up the specials worth knowing about.

Before you head out: Most promotions require military identification or another form of proof of service. Some are dine-in only, others require a purchase, and participation can vary by location. Contact the restaurant directly to confirm availability.

32 Shea — North Phoenix

Veterans and active-duty military members can start the day with a complimentary pastry and medium drip coffee. No purchase necessary.

Backyard Taco — Valley Locations

Veterans and active-duty service members can enjoy a complimentary meal valued at up to $15 with a valid military ID.

Brooklyn V's Pizza — Valley Locations

Veterans can purchase a 14-inch cheese pizza for just $5 with an additional purchase of at least $1. Toppings are extra, and proof of service is required.

Four Peaks 8th Street Pub — Tempe

Veterans can enjoy a barbecue platter featuring smoked pork, beef ribs, barbecue chicken, cowboy beans, coleslaw and cornbread with a purchase of at least $3.

Available from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. for dine-in guests with military ID, while supplies last.

Jocque Concepts — Old Town Scottsdale

Four Old Town Scottsdale favorites are offering veterans and active-duty military members 25% off food purchases: Diego Pops, The Hot Chick, El Camino and The Montauk. Alcohol is excluded.

Lakeside Bar & Grill — Peoria

Veterans and active-duty military members can enjoy a complimentary Lakeside Burger with classic toppings. No purchase necessary.

Ling & Louie's Asian Bar and Grill and Ling's Wok Shop — Valley Locations

Veterans and active-duty service members can take advantage of a buy-one-get-one-half-off entrée promotion. Dine-in only with valid military identification.

Macayo's Mexican Restaurants — Valley Locations

A complimentary à la carte chimichanga is available to veterans, with a choice of shredded beef, shredded chicken or beans. Available for dine-in or takeout with military ID.

Native Grill & Wings — Valley Locations

Veterans and active-duty military members can select a complimentary meal from a special menu featuring wings, a burger or a chicken sandwich with fries. Dine-in only at participating locations.

Red, White & Brew — Mesa

Veterans and active-duty military members can enjoy a complimentary All American Burger. No purchase necessary.

Roaring Fork — Scottsdale

Beginning at 4 p.m., veterans and active-duty military members receive 20% off their entire dine-in meal with valid military identification.

Rosewood — Downtown Gilbert

Veterans can enjoy a complimentary order of Rosewood's signature Gameballs, featuring bison, venison, boar, ricotta and herbs, finished with a bourbon-blueberry sauce.

Location: 366 N. Gilbert Road, Gilbert.

Rusty Spur Saloon — Old Town Scottsdale

Scottsdale's historic saloon is giving veterans and active-duty military members a complimentary T-shirt. No purchase required, while supplies last.

Someburros — Valley Locations

Veterans, active-duty military members and first responders receive 25% off qualifying orders up to $100.

Swizzle Inn — Phoenix

Veterans and active-duty military members can pick up a complimentary T-shirt while supplies last. No purchase necessary.

Thirsty Lion — Valley Locations

Veterans can enjoy a complimentary entrée from a special selection that includes a cheeseburger, spicy fried chicken sandwich, French dip, fish and chips, Tuscan Romano chicken and Southwest smoked chicken salad.

Westside Concepts — Valley Locations

Veterans and current military members can enjoy a complimentary handheld menu item at participating restaurants, including Haymaker, Four Corners Tap House, Copper & Sage and Cantina Gueros.

Zzeeks Pizza — Valley Locations

Veterans and service members can enjoy a complimentary slice of cheese pizza from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. with military identification.

Bar Louie

Veterans and active-duty military members receive a complimentary burger, excluding the Big Louie. Dine-in only with proof of service.

Buffalo Wild Wings

A complimentary order of 10 boneless wings and fries is available to current and former military members with proof of service. Participating locations offer dine-in and qualifying walk-in orders.

Bubba's 33

Veterans and active-duty military members can enjoy a complimentary lunch from a select menu until 4 p.m.

Capriotti's Sandwich Shop

A complimentary small sub with any qualifying purchase for veterans and active-duty military members with military ID. In-shop orders only.

Dickey's Barbecue Pit

Veterans and active-duty military members receive a complimentary pulled pork sandwich. Available for dine-in or carryout with military ID.

Dog Haus

Veterans can select any entrée at no charge when dining in. Proof of military service required. Limit one per veteran.

Eureka!

Veterans can enjoy a complimentary burger of their choice.

Farmer Boys

Veterans and active-duty service members can get a free Big Cheese cheeseburger when they present proof of service when ordering in-store.

Firehouse Subs

Purchase a sub of any size and receive a second sub free with valid military identification.

Hopdoddy Burger Bar

Veterans and active-duty military members can enjoy a complimentary classic burger. Dine-in only.

In-N-Out Burger

Veterans, active-duty military members, reservists and National Guard members can enjoy a complimentary burger, fries and beverage. Eligible guests also receive a commemorative Veterans Day decal. Proof of service required.

Mission BBQ

Veterans can enjoy a complimentary sandwich in appreciation of their military service.

Red Robin

Veterans and active-duty military members can enjoy a complimentary Red's Big Tavern Burger with Bottomless Fries at participating locations. Dine-in only.

Shake Shack

Veterans and active-duty military members with valid proof of service receive a complimentary single ShackBurger.

Smashburger

Veterans and active-duty military members can enjoy a complimentary All-American Smashburger at participating locations.

Wendy's

Veterans and active-duty military members receive a complimentary Dave's Single at participating restaurants.

Applebee's

Veterans, active-duty military members, reservists and National Guard members can select a complimentary full-size entrée from a special Veterans Day menu. Dine-in only; beverages and gratuity are not included.

Benihana — Additional 2026 Offer

From November 9–11, eligible veterans, service members, first responders and Gold Star Families can receive a complimentary five-course hibachi entrée with the purchase of an appetizer. Dine-in only at participating locations.

Black Angus Steakhouse

Veterans can enjoy a complimentary six-ounce Top Sirloin meal with mashed potatoes and broccoli. Family members dining alongside them receive 15% off the check.

Bonefish Grill — Additional 2026 Offer

Eligible military guests and other qualifying groups can enjoy a complimentary Bang Bang Shrimp appetizer and nonalcoholic beverage at participating locations.

Buca di Beppo

Veterans and active-duty military members receive a complimentary lunch entrée. Dine-in only; limit one per guest.

California Pizza Kitchen

Veterans and active-duty military members can choose a complimentary entrée from a special menu, along with a nonalcoholic beverage. Dine-in only.

Carrabba's Italian Grill

Veterans and active-duty military members receive a complimentary appetizer or dessert.

Chili's

Veterans and active-duty military members can enjoy a complimentary meal from a special Veterans Day menu at participating locations. Dine-in only.

Fazoli's

A complimentary spaghetti entrée with marinara or meat sauce is available to veterans and military members with proof of service. Use promotional code VET26.

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

Veterans and active-duty military members can receive a complimentary entrée when dining with a companion who purchases an entrée of equal or greater value.

Golden Corral

Veterans, retired military members and active-duty service members can enjoy a complimentary buffet and beverage from 4 p.m. until closing.

Hooters

Eligible military guests can enjoy a complimentary meal from a special Veterans Day menu with the purchase of a beverage. Dine-in only.

Kona Grill

Veterans, active-duty military members and Gold Star Families can enjoy a complimentary entrée with the purchase of a starter. Dine-in only.

Lazy Dog Restaurants — Additional 2026 Offer

Eligible military guests can enjoy a complimentary Fireside Favorites entrée, personal-size dessert and soda at participating locations.

Lucille's Smokehouse Bar-B-Que

Veterans can choose a complimentary pulled pork sandwich or personal-size fried chicken plate when dining in. Guests also receive a $10 Thank You Bonus Card for a future visit from November 27 through December 6.

Old Chicago Pizza & Taproom

Veterans and active-duty military members can enjoy a complimentary meal from a special Veterans Day menu. Dine-in only with proof of service.

Olive Garden

Veterans and active-duty military members can select a complimentary entrée from a limited menu, including unlimited breadsticks and a choice of soup or salad.

Outback Steakhouse

Eligible veterans and active-duty military members receive a complimentary Bloomin' Onion and beverage. A separate Hero's Meal offer is available for a future visit through Dine Rewards.

Perry's Steakhouse & Grille

Beginning at 4 p.m., veterans can enjoy a complimentary 32-ounce Dinner-Cut Pork Chop when accompanied by a guest purchasing a full-priced dinner entrée.

A separate three-course Military Menu is available for $39. Reservations and proof of service required. Offers cannot be combined.

Red Lobster

Veterans, active-duty military members and reservists can enjoy a complimentary Shrimp & Chips meal, served with fries and coleslaw. Dine-in only at participating locations.

STK Steakhouse

Veterans, active-duty military members, reservists, first responders and Gold Star Families can receive a complimentary entrée with the purchase of a starter.

Texas Roadhouse

Veterans and active-duty military members can collect a complimentary meal voucher between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

The voucher is valid through May 31, 2027, for a meal from a selection of 10 entrées, two sides, and a nonalcoholic beverage.

TGI Fridays

Veterans and active-duty military members can enjoy a complimentary meal from a select menu between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Dine-in only at participating locations.

Twin Peaks

Veterans and active-duty military members can choose a complimentary meal from a limited menu with the purchase of a beverage. Dine-in only.

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

Veterans and active-duty service members dining in can enjoy a complimentary Chocolate Chunk Pizookie. A separate free-appetizer coupon is also available for a future visit; confirm its expiration date and purchase requirements with BJ's.

Chipotle

Veterans and active-duty military members can receive complimentary chips with guacamole, queso, or salsa with a qualifying $5 purchase at participating locations. Proof of service required.

Circle K — Additional 2026 Offer

Veterans and current military service members can enjoy a complimentary medium hot or iced coffee with military identification at participating locations.

Cracker Barrel

Veterans and active-duty military members can enjoy a complimentary Sunrise Pancake Special at participating restaurants. Dine-in only.

Dave & Buster's

Veterans and active-duty military members can enjoy complimentary unlimited game play and/or a free dessert with an entrée purchase, subject to the restaurant's promotional conditions.

Denny's

Veterans, retired military members, and active-duty service members can enjoy a complimentary Original Grand Slam breakfast from 5 a.m. until noon. Military ID or DD-214 required.

Dunkin'

Active and retired military members can enjoy a complimentary doughnut in-store while supplies last. Mobile orders are excluded.

Einstein Bros. Bagels — Additional 2026 Offer

Veterans and active-duty military members can enjoy a complimentary bagel with schmear and a hot or iced coffee at participating locations.

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers

Veterans and active-duty military members can pick up a complimentary Freddy's Combo meal card, redeemable through November 25. No purchase necessary.

IHOP

Veterans and active-duty military members can enjoy a complimentary Red, White & Blueberry Pancake Combo from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at participating locations.

Krispy Kreme

Veterans and active-duty military members can enjoy a complimentary doughnut of their choice and a small hot or iced coffee. No purchase or proof of service required.

Little Caesars

Veterans and active-duty military members can receive a complimentary Hot-N-Ready Lunch Combo featuring four slices of Detroit-style pepperoni pizza and a 20-ounce Pepsi.

Available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at participating locations with proof of service.

Prince St. Pizza

Veterans and active-duty military members can enjoy a complimentary slice of pizza at participating locations.

Starbucks

Veterans, active-duty military members and military spouses can enjoy a complimentary 12-ounce hot or iced brewed coffee at participating locations.

Teriyaki Madness

Veterans and active-duty military members can enjoy a complimentary bowl at participating locations. Military ID or uniform required. In-store orders only.

Torchy's Tacos

Veterans and active-duty military members can enjoy a complimentary taco and beverage with proof of service at participating locations.

Whataburger

Veterans and active-duty military members can enjoy a complimentary breakfast taquito until 11 a.m. at participating restaurants. In-store only with valid military ID.

White Castle

Veterans and active-duty military members can enjoy a complimentary individual combo or breakfast combo at participating locations with military identification.

Yard House

Veterans and active-duty military members receive a complimentary appetizer at participating locations.

Fogo de Chão

Veterans and active-duty military members receive 50% off qualifying Full Churrasco or Indulgent Churrasco experiences. Other guests in their party receive 10% off those same experiences.

Grimaldi's Pizzeria

Veterans and active-duty military members can save 25% on their meal at participating Valley locations with valid military identification.

HTeaO

Participating locations are offering veterans $2 off large or larger iced teas.

LongHorn Steakhouse

Veterans and active-duty military members receive 10% off their meal, plus a complimentary appetizer or dessert for the table with a qualifying adult entrée purchase.

MOD Pizza

Veterans and active-duty military members receive 50% off a regular-size pizza or salad at participating locations. In-restaurant orders only with military identification.

Rubio's Coastal Grill

Veterans can purchase one entrée and receive a second entrée free using promotional code VETS26. Military identification required for in-store orders.

Tocaya

Veterans and active-duty military members receive 50% off qualifying dine-in orders with valid military identification.

Veterans Day may be just one day, but these restaurants offer military appreciation discounts throughout the year.

Belmont Kitchen & Cocktails

Military members, veterans and first responders receive 10% off their bill year-round, subject to restrictions.

Chef Joey Maggiore's Restaurants

Veterans can receive 10% off at Hash Kitchen, The Sicilian Butcher, The Mexicano, The Italiano and The Delicatessen.

Over Easy

Veterans receive 10% off their bill at participating Arizona locations throughout the year.

Whataburger

Veterans and active-duty military members can enjoy a complimentary 16-ounce hot or iced coffee in participating dining rooms year-round.

At Forking Scottsdale, we spend a lot of time celebrating the Valley's incredible restaurants, chefs and dining experiences.

But today is about celebrating something much more important.

To every veteran, active-duty service member and military family across Arizona and beyond, thank you for your courage, your sacrifice and your service to our country.

And to the restaurants and businesses taking the time to recognize our military community, thank you for giving back.

Whether it's a free cup of coffee, a burger or an entire steakhouse dinner, it's a meaningful way to show appreciation.

Happy Veterans Day from Forking Scottsdale! 🇺🇸

Editor's note: These promotions are listed for Wednesday, November 11, 2026, unless otherwise specified. Offers may vary by location and are subject to availability, eligibility requirements and restaurant-specific restrictions. Please confirm directly with the restaurant before visiting.

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