Free Meals For Veterans

Applebee's House Sirloin

Several restaurants are offering free "thank you" meals on Veterans Day, including Applebee's and Texas Roadhouse.

For the third consecutive year nationwide, Applebee's expects to serve more than one million free thank you meals to veterans and active duty military on Nov. 11, from 11 a.m.-midnight.

Proof of service includes a U.S. Uniform Services Identification Card or retired ID card, current leave and earnings statement, Veterans organization card, photo in uniform or wearing your uniform, or a citation or commendation.

Veterans can choose from seven menu items, included a 7-ounce House Sirloin, Bacon Cheddar Cheeseburger, Double-Crunch Shrimp, Fiesta Lime Chicken, Three-Cheese Chicken Penne and Oriental Chicken Salad. Beverages and tips are not included in the offer.

TEXAS ROADHOUSES will offer a free lunch to veterans on Nov. 11, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. The meal includes a choice of ten entrees, and Coca-Cola beverage product, tea or coffee. Proof of service includes military or VA card, or discharge papers.