🍔 Veterans Day 2025: Free Meals and Local Love for Our Heroes
Hey neighbors — Veterans Day is here again, and I’ve got some news that’ll make your heart (and stomach) happy. 🇺🇸
Every November 11th, restaurants all across Northeast Florida say thank you to our veterans and active-duty military by serving up free meals, discounts, and a whole lot of appreciation. Whether you’re grabbing breakfast with a buddy, taking the family out for dinner, or just looking for a place to feel appreciated, there’s something for everyone this year.
🥩 National Favorites Showing the Love
Here are a few big names offering free meals for Veterans Day 2025:
Applebee’s – Free entrée from a special Veterans Day menu (dine-in only).
Denny’s – Free Original Grand Slam® from open until noon for veterans and active-duty.
Chili’s Grill & Bar – Free meal from a select Veterans Day menu.
Starbucks – Free tall hot or iced coffee for veterans, military service members, and spouses.
Texas Roadhouse – Free meal voucher (pick it up on Veterans Day and use later).
📌 Pro tip: Bring a valid military ID or proof of service — and maybe go early, because these spots get packed!
đź“Ť Local Deals Around Jacksonville & St. Augustine
Since we’re all about Northeast Florida, here are some local-friendly spots showing love to our veterans this year:
Texas Roadhouse (Jacksonville, Orange Park, St. Augustine) — Offering free meals to veterans and active-duty military members on Veterans Day.
Mission BBQ (St. Johns Town Center & St. Augustine) — Veterans receive a free sandwich on November 11.
Sonny’s BBQ (throughout Northeast Florida) — Veterans and active-duty military can grab a free Pork Big Deal on Veterans Day using the Sonny’s app.
Metro Diner (Jacksonville, St. Augustine, Palm Coast) — Veterans and active-duty get 50% off their meal on November 11.
Maple Street Biscuit Co. (multiple Jacksonville & St. Augustine locations) — Free coffee and a biscuit for veterans and active-duty military with ID (check your local store for participation).
Ann O’Malley’s Irish Pub & Deli (Downtown St. Augustine) — Known for honoring the military year-round with 50% off food & drinks on Mondays; many years they extend this deal to Veterans Day too.
The Hyppo (St. Augustine & Jacksonville Beach) — Free gourmet popsicle for veterans and active-duty military all day Nov. 11.
💡 Before you go: Call ahead to confirm hours and participation — some locations have limited menus or time windows for Veterans Day specials.
❤️ Thank You to Our Heroes
From one veteran to another — thank you for your service and sacrifice. Enjoy those well-deserved meals, connect with your community, and share this post so other veterans in Northeast Florida can celebrate too.
👋 I’m Neal Brown with iHeart Realty — your neighbor, your Realtor, and your go-to guy for everything Northeast Florida.
