BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) – Veterans and active-duty military members can take advantage of free meals at participating restaurants on Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11.
Local McDonald’s restaurants, Shoney’s, White Castle, Outback Steakhouse and Applebee’s have announced offers to thank those who have served. Participation and requirements vary by restaurant.
McDonald’s
Participating McDonald’s restaurants in the Greater Tennessee Valley, including local Bowling Green locations, are offering veterans and active-duty military members a free breakfast combo on Nov. 11.
The combo includes a hash brown and a medium soft drink, iced tea or premium roast coffee. Eligible customers must show a valid military ID or arrive in uniform. The offer is available in the restaurant or at the drive-thru, where available.
Shoney’s
Shoney’s is offering veterans and active-duty military personnel a free, all-you-care-to-eat Breakfast Fresh Food Bar at participating restaurants on Nov. 11. The offer is available from opening until 11 a.m.
Breakfast selections may include scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, biscuits and gravy, and pancakes. Options vary by location.
White Castle
Participating White Castle restaurants are offering veterans and active-duty service members a free individual combo meal or breakfast combo on Nov. 11. A valid military ID is required, and no purchase is necessary.
Eligible options include combos with up to four Sliders, a small fry and a small soft drink, as well as the Single Slider Breakfast Combo. Combo No. 1 with six Sliders, Combo No. 2 with three Double Cheese Sliders and Share-a-Meals are excluded.
Outback Steakhouse
Outback Steakhouse is offering active and retired U.S. military personnel and veterans a free Bloomin’ Onion and beverage at participating locations on Nov. 10 and 11. Guests should identify themselves as eligible to their server, according to the restaurant.
The offer is available for dine-in and to-go orders placed by phone. The beverage is a Coca-Cola product or, where available and permitted by law, a domestic draft beer for guests 21 and older. Online orders and third-party delivery are excluded.
Eligible guests who dine in and use a Dine Rewards account at checkout can also receive a free Hero’s Meal reward for a future visit. The reward can be redeemed from Nov. 16, 2026, through May 2, 2027, at participating locations. Outback has a restaurant in Bowling Green.
Applebee’s
Veterans and active-duty military members can receive a free entrée from a special menu at participating Applebee’s restaurants on Nov. 11. The offer is dine-in only and requires proof of military service. Beverages and gratuity are not included.
Applebee’s has a restaurant at 100 Max Wagner Drive in Glasgow. Customers should call ahead to confirm that the location is participating.
Customers should check with their local restaurant to confirm participation and offer details before visiting.
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