Honoring Our Heroes: Texas Restaurants Salute Veterans and Active-Duty MilitaryAs the nation celebrates Veterans Day, Texas restaurants are stepping up to show their appreciation for those who have served and continue to serve our country. From free meals to discounted offerings, these eateries are eager to fill the bellies of our American heroes and express their gratitude.

Savoring the Sacrifices: Texas Restaurants Offer Exclusive Deals for Veterans and Active-Duty Military

Patriotic Pancakes and Complimentary Caffeine

In a heartfelt gesture, Another Broken Egg is offering active or retired military members a free Patriot French toast combo, complete with a stack of strawberry and blueberry-topped toast and a complimentary Barista House Blend Coffee. This dine-in-only offer is available on Veterans Day, providing a delicious start to the day for those who have dedicated their lives to protecting our nation.Dunkin' Donuts is also getting in on the action, providing a complimentary donut to active and retired military members on November 11th. This in-store offer is a sweet way to honor their service and sacrifice.

Burgers, Brews, and Boundless Gratitude

Applebee's Grill & Bar is continuing its 17-year tradition of offering veterans and active-duty military members a free entrée from a special menu on Veterans Day. This dine-in-only offer is available during both lunch and dinner, allowing our heroes to enjoy a hearty meal on the house.BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse is taking it a step further, providing veterans with a free Chocolate Chunk Pizookie, no minimum purchase required. Additionally, they'll receive a bounce-back coupon for a free appetizer, valid from November 12th to December 31st, for dine-in or take-out.

Breakfast Bonanzas and Bountiful Bites

Bob Evans is serving up a free meal from a selection of 10 breakfast offerings to veterans and active-duty military members throughout the day on November 11th. This dine-in-only offer, which does not include beverages, is a delicious way to start the day for those who have served.Denny's is also offering a complimentary Original Grand Slam breakfast to active and retired military personnel during breakfast hours on Veterans Day. This dine-in-only offer is sure to satisfy the appetites of our nation's heroes.

Customized Cuisine and Commemorative Coupons

California Pizza Kitchen is offering veterans and active-duty military members a complimentary entrée and beverage from a prix fixe menu on November 11th. In addition, they'll receive a "Buy One Get One" coupon for any pizza, pasta, or salad, redeemable during a future visit from November 12th through November 25th.Carrabba's Italian Grill is also getting in on the action, providing veterans and active-duty military members with a complimentary dine-in appetizer or dessert paired with a free non-alcoholic beverage on Veterans Day. Additionally, Carrabba's offers a year-round Heroes Discount of 10% off to all service members, veterans, and first responders.

Savory Specials and Satisfying Sides

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen is offering veterans and active-duty military members a complimentary appetizer or dessert on Veterans Day, while Chicken Salad Chick is providing a free Chick Meal, complete with a scoop or sandwich, a fresh side, and a regular fountain drink, to those in uniform or with a military ID.Chili's Grill & Bar is offering a free meal from a limited menu of four entrees to veterans and active military members on November 11th, while Cici's Pizza is providing a free adult buffet to all veterans and active-duty personnel.

Hearty Helpings and Heartfelt Hospitality

Cracker Barrel is offering a free Sunrise Pancake Special to veterans and active-duty military members on Veterans Day, while Olive Garden is providing a complimentary entrée from a special menu, including favorites like Chicken Parmigiana and Fettuccine Alfredo, along with unlimited breadsticks and soup or salad.Outback Steakhouse is going above and beyond, offering a free Bloomin' Onion and Coca-Cola beverage or 16-ounce domestic draft from Saturday, November 9th, through Monday, November 11th, to honor those who have served or are serving.

Burgers, Bowls, and Boundless Gratitude

Red Robin is offering veterans and active-duty military a free Red's Big Tavern Burger and Bottomless Steak Fries on November 11th, while Smashburger is providing a free All-American single or double burger to military personnel with valid ID.Playa Bowls is also getting in on the action, offering a free bowl to all veterans and service members with valid military ID on Veterans Day.

Caffeinated Commendations and Gyro Gratitude

Starbucks is offering a free tall, 12-ounce, hot or iced brewed coffee for veterans, active-duty military, and military spouses on November 11th. Taziki's Mediterranean Café, on the other hand, is providing a complimentary grilled chicken gyro meal for veterans on Veterans Day, and will also be donating $1 from every gyro sold on that day to the Wounded Warrior Project.

Vouchers, Lunches, and Breakfast Bonuses

Texas Roadhouse is handing out free meal vouchers to veterans and active-duty military members from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Veterans Day, valid for dine-in or carry-out at a later time and good through May 30.Twin Peaks is offering a free lunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on November 11th for veterans and active-duty military members with a valid ID, while Wendy's will be serving free Breakfast Combos to any past and present military members during breakfast hours (6:30-10:30 a.m.) on Veterans Day.