Several Twin Cities restaurants are offering free meals or drinks to veterans on Veterans Day, Nov. 11. Deals range from a 5-8 Club burger or Tavern Grill entrée to limited-menu meals at Kendall’s and Tria. National chains including Applebee’s, Chili’s, Golden Corral, Old Chicago, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit and Starbucks also have offers, though eligibility, proof-of-service rules and dine-in requirements vary.
Local Burger and Tavern Offers Span Several Twin Cities Suburbs
For a straightforward burger stop, the 5-8 Club is offering veterans a free classic burger or Juicy Lucy, served with a choice of fries, carrot sticks or coleslaw. The deal is available at its Champlin, Maplewood, Minneapolis and West St. Paul locations. Tavern Grill is offering veterans a free meal, with choices that include a burger, chicken wrap or spicy chicken sandwich, at its Apple Valley, Arden Hills, Blaine, Edina, Minnetonka and Woodbury locations. The offers are for Veterans Day, Nov. 11. The local listing does not spell out proof-of-service or dine-in rules for either restaurant, so check with the location before heading over.
Kendall’s and Tria Serve Free Meals From Limited Menus
At Kendall’s Tavern and Chophouse in Coon Rapids, veterans and active-duty personnel can choose a free meal from a limited menu between 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. Tria Restaurant in North Oaks is also offering a free limited-menu meal to veterans and active-duty personnel, from 4 to 9 p.m. Because each deal applies to a set menu, diners should ask the restaurant what choices are available that day. The local listing does not specify what proof of service is required or whether the offers are dine-in only, so contacting the restaurants first can help avoid surprises.
Applebee’s, Chili’s and Golden Corral Have Different Terms
Applebee’s is offering veterans and active-duty personnel a free full-sized entrée from a special Veterans Day menu. The offer is dine-in only, requires proof of service, and does not include beverages or gratuity. Chili’s is offering a free entrée from a select menu at participating locations; its listing also specifies dine-in and ID requirements. Golden Corral is offering veterans and retired service members a free buffet and beverage. That offer is dine-in only, and the Minnesota roundup identifies the Maplewood restaurant as the state location. Menus and participation can vary, so confirm the details with the restaurant before visiting.
Old Chicago, Dickey’s and Starbucks Offer a Meal, Sandwich or Coffee
Old Chicago is offering veterans and active-duty personnel a free meal from its Veterans Day menu. Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is offering veterans a free pulled pork sandwich, with both dine-in and carryout available. At participating Starbucks stores, veterans, service members and spouses can get a free 12-ounce brewed coffee. The local roundup does not specify proof-of-service rules for these three offers, and participation may vary by location. Check with the restaurant or store about availability and acceptable identification before placing an order.
