Veterans Day 2022 – Lake Charles Deals, Discounts, And Freebies

Happy Veterans Day! Around the country, businesses are giving back to the men and women who've given their lives to defend this land and its citizens. Thank you for your service. Today is your day. Enjoy!

To take advantage of hundreds of deals, discounts, and freebies all locations below will require proof of service. This may vary depending on what type of service, but for the most part current and retired service men and women can use a State Issue ID Card, Veterans ID, or a DD-214 card. Also, acceptable is a VA benefits photo ID card.

All of the discounts have been confirmed, and for more locations and updates click here. Below is the short list of restaurants, via military.com, in the area of giving back to SWLA's veterans:

Chicken Salad Chick -- On November 11, veterans and active-duty military will receive a free meal at all locations.
Chili's -- Veterans and active-duty service members get a free meal from a select menu on November 11. Available for in-restaurant only.
Chuck E. Cheese -- On November 11, active-duty military, National Guard, and veterans get a free personal 1-topping pizza with valid military ID or proof of military service. Not available for delivery.
Cicis Pizza -- Active and retired military personnel get a free adult buffet on November 11. The offer is valid for dine-in only and it does not include a drink.
Circle K -- Veterans and active-duty service members get a free medium coffee all day on November 11 at every location that serves coffee.
Cracker Barrel -- Veterans get a complimentary slice of Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola Cake in-store or online on November 11.
Denny's -- On November 11, Denny's offers a complimentary Grand Slam to all active, non-active, and retired military personnel. The offer is valid for dine-in only at participating locations from 5 am to noon with a valid military ID or DD 214.
Dunkin' Donuts -- Veterans and active-duty military get a free donut of their choice on November 11 at participating locations. Offer available in-store only. Not available for orders placed using On-the-Go Mobile Ordering through the Dunkin’ Mobile App.
IHOP -- Veterans and active-duty military get free Red, White & Blueberry Pancakes at participating locations on November 11. Dine-in only.
Little Caesars -- Veterans and active-duty military get a free Lunch Combo at participating stores on November 11, from 11 am to 2 pm. In-store only.
Logan's Roadhouse -- Veterans and active-duty military personnel can enjoy a free meal between 3 and 6 p.m. from a special menu at participating locations on November 11.
O'Charley's – Veterans and active-duty military get a free meal when you dine in on November 11 at participating locations.
Outback Steakhouse -- Veterans, active-duty service members, and spouses get a free Bloomin' Onion with any Coca-Cola beverage for dine-in on November 11.
Red Lobster -- Veterans, active-duty military, and reservists get a free Walt's Favorite Shrimp, Fries, and Coleslaw on November 11. The offer is available for dine-in and Go orders placed in-restaurant between 11:00 am and 4:00 pm local time.
Schlotzsky's -- Veterans and active-duty service members with a valid military ID get free chips and a small drink with an entree purchase November 11 through 30 at participating locations, in-store only.
Starbucks -- As with previous years, Starbucks will offer a free tall (12-oz) hot brewed coffee for veterans, military service members, and military spouses on November 11. As a new addition in 2022, Starbucks is expanding this offer to include a free tall (12-oz) iced coffee.
Texas Roadhouse -- Veterans and active-duty military receive a meal voucher on November 11, from 11 am to 2 pm. These vouchers are good for dine-in or carry-out and can be used until May 30, 2023. There will be a specific menu to select from.
Torchy's Tacos -- On November 11, veterans and active-duty military get a free taco and beverage. Offer available in-person only. Must present military ID or proof of service.
Wendy’s -- Active-duty military and veterans get a free breakfast combo on November 11 at participating locations from 6:30 to 10:30 am.