Courtesy of Coupon Sherpa
On this palindrome Veterans Day - 11/11/11 -- there's a thrice-fold reason to thank active military and veterans for their service. Many merchants, restaurants and entertainment facilities have stepped up to the plate with freebies that demonstrate their appreciation.
Here are 11 of the best, some of which you may not have found elsewhere. Keep in mind you'll usually need to show some form of military identification and should call ahead to make sure your local franchise is participating.
1. Cabela's Outdoor Store
Employee discount of 5% to 50% - Nov. 11 to 12
Applies to: Veterans, active-duty military and reserves, law enforcement, fire and EMS personnel
2. Chili's
Free meal - Nov. 11
Applies to: Active duty and veterans
Chili's is offering a choice of one of six meals on a dine-in-only basis. Beverages and gratuity not included.
3. Denny's
Free Grand Slam breakfast - Nov. 11
Applies to: Active military or veterans
Available only at participating locations.
4. McCormick & Schmick's Seafood Restaurants
Free lunch or dinner entrée - Nov 13
Applies to: Veterans
This is the 13th Annual Veteran's Appreciation Event at McCormick & Schmick's.
5. Grace For Vets
Free car wash - Nov. 11
Applies to: Active duty, veterans and service personnel
Since 2004, thousands of car-wash businesses have participated in this national event, sponsored by Grace For Vets.
6. Hy-Vee
Free breakfast buffet - Nov. 11
Applies to: Active military and veterans
Available at participating Hy-Vee grocery store with in-store dining.
7. Macy's
Use promo code VET15 and receive 10% to 15% off - through Nov. 13
Applies to: Everyone
8. Spaghetti Warehouse
11-cents meal with coupon - Nov. 11
Applies to: Everyone
Like Spaghetti Warehouse on Facebook and get a serving of lasagna, spaghetti and meatballs, or any original recipe spaghetti entree for just 11 cents.
9. SUBWAY
Free six-inch sub - Nov. 11
Applies to: Veterans
SUBWAY restaurants are franchises, so this offer may not be available everywhere.
10. Bed & Breakfasts
Free night's stay - Nov. 11.
Applies to: Active military and veterans and one guest
B&B for Vets is offering veterans a free night's stay at more than 485 participating bed and breakfasts across the US and Canada.
11. Texas Roadhouse
Free lunch - 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Nov. 11
Applies to: Veterans and active duty military
Dine-in only
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