Red Robin offers a complimentary meal program for veterans and active-duty military personnel on Veterans Day. According to multiple sources, participating Red Robin locations provide a free Red's Big Tavern Burger with a choice of Bottomless Side to veterans and active-duty military members on November 11, 2025. To redeem this offer, customers must show a valid military ID. The offer is valid for dine-in only at participating locations. Specific details regarding the offer's availability can be found on the Red Robin website.
In addition to the Veterans Day offer, Red Robin operates a separate promotional program for birthdays. Consumers can join the free Red Robin Royalty program to receive a coupon for a free burger during their birthday month. This birthday offer allows customers to choose from any of the restaurant's burgers. The coupon is valid once during the month of the member's birthday at participating locations.
Other restaurants offering Veterans Day freebies and discounts in 2025 include:
- Chipotle: A buy-one-get-one-free offer on a second entree with the purchase of another, valid between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. local time on Nov. 11 for those with a valid military ID.
- Cracker Barrel: Free Sunrise Pancake specials for veterans and active military dining in.
- Dave & Buster's: A free entree (up to $20) and a $10 Power Card for gameplay on Nov. 11 with a valid military ID.
- Fazoli's: Free Spaghetti with Marinara or Meat Sauce for those presenting a valid military ID or wearing a military uniform, using code VET25.
- Firehouse Subs: A buy one, get one free offer on subs for military personnel and veterans on Nov. 11 with a valid ID, valid in stores only.
- IHOP: A free Red, White and Blueberry Pancake Combo for those showing proof of military service at participating locations on Nov. 11.
- In-N-Out Burger: A free meal for veterans, active military, Reserves, and National Guard members with a valid ID on Nov. 11.
- Krispy Kreme: A free donut and small coffee with a valid military ID on Nov. 11, valid in stores only.
- Red Lobster: A free Shrimp & Chips entree for those dining in on Nov. 11 and showing proof of service.
- Round Table Pizza: A 15% discount off the order for veterans and active-duty military members with code RTP321 at participating locations through Nov. 14. Valid for dine-in, carryout, and delivery.
- Ruby Tuesday: A free Garden Bar Entrée or Garden Bar Add-On for veterans and active-duty military members showing a valid ID.
- Salad and Go: A free salad or wrap for veterans and active-duty military members showing a valid ID on Nov. 11. Starting Nov. 12, an ongoing 10% discount is available for veterans and active-duty service members who show an ID.
- Savvy Sliders: One free Original or Fried Chicken Slider with proof of military service on Nov. 11 at participating locations. No purchase necessary. In-store only; not valid on drive-thru or online orders.
- Scooter’s Coffee: A free drink for anyone presenting a military ID on Nov. 11, limited to one drink per customer.
- Shake Shack: A free Big Shack for active and retired military personnel on the holiday when they show a military ID, valid while supplies last.
- Sheetz: A free half turkey sub and a regular size fountain drink for veterans and active duty military personnel with proof of service. Sheetz also provides free car washes to vets and active military on Nov. 11.
- Smokey Bones: A free entrée with one regular side for veterans and active-duty military members on Nov. 11 while dining in.
- Starbucks: Free tall coffees for veterans, active military, and military spouses on Nov. 11.
- Texas Roadhouse: Free meal vouchers for veterans and active military members between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. local time on Nov. 11 with military ID. Vouchers are valid for redemption through May 2026.
- Tim Hortons: A free classic doughnut for veterans for dine-in only at participating U.S. restaurants on Nov. 11.
- Wienerschnitzel: Free Original Chili Dog, fries, and soda.
- White Castle: Free combo or breakfast meal.
Several retailers also offer Veterans Day promotions. Great Clips provides a free haircut or a haircut card for military personnel; civilians can receive a “thank a veteran” card to pass along. Staples offers a 25% discount in-store with military ID. Target provides a 10% discount on two purchases through the Circle app, requiring status verification. Walgreens and Duane Reade offer a 20% discount on regularly priced items with military ID and a myWalgreens account.
Pilot Flying J offers a free breakfast/lunch combo through ID.me in the app. LongHorn Steakhouse offers 10% off plus a free appetizer or dessert. Olive Garden offers a free meal with soup/salad and breadsticks. Outback Steakhouse offers a free 3-Course Aussie Meal on Nov 10–11. Playa Bowls offers a free bowl. The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf offers a free drink for military and spouses.
Consumers can check SheerID and ID.me for more verified military discounts, including travel and wireless deals.
Conclusion
Red Robin provides a specific free meal offer for veterans and active-duty military on Veterans Day and a separate burger offer for members of its Royalty program during their birthday month. Numerous other restaurant and retail brands offer Veterans Day discounts and freebies, typically requiring proof of service such as a valid military ID. Consumers should verify participation and details at specific locations before visiting.