This year, on Veterans Day (November 11, 2025), a large number of restaurants across Oregon are honouring military veterans and active-duty service members by offering free meals, major discounts, and special deals.
These gestures of gratitude make it a great time for veterans and their families to dine out and enjoy recognition for their service.
What’s on Offer: Free Meals & Discounts
Across the board, participating restaurants in Oregon (and nationwide) are offering veterans and active-duty military members:
- A free entrée or meal from a special menu.
- Buy-one-get-one free (BOGO) entrées at certain hours.
- Free beverages or small items (coffee, dessert) at some locations.
- Discounts (for example 10%–20% off the total bill) for veterans and families.
Who qualifies?
To take advantage of these offers you usually need to present:
- A valid military ID, or
- A veteran ID or discharge document (such as DD-214) showing proof of service.
Most offers are for dine-in only and only on Tuesday, Nov 11, 2025 unless otherwise stated.
Why Oregon?
While many deals are nationwide, Oregon restaurants are participating alongside national chains—therefore veterans in Oregon can benefit from both local and national offers.
Key Deals You Should Know
Here are examples of specials available in Oregon on Veterans Day 2025:
- A major chain offers a free full-size entrée from a select menu when veterans dine in.
- Another gives a free one-topping pizza to veterans, active duty on Nov 11.
- Free coffee or doughnut deals at fast-casual chains for veterans and military spouses.
- Some restaurants offering free burger plus side or free meal voucher that can be redeemed later.
Major Restaurant Deals for Veterans Day 2025
| Restaurant Chain | Offer Description | Date & Time | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| Large national chain (e.g., casual dining) | Free entrée from select menu | Nov 11 2025 (dine-in) | Veterans, active duty, reserve, with ID |
| Pizza chain | Free one-topping pizza | Nov 11 2025 | Military ID required |
| Fast-casual coffee/doughnut chain | Free beverage/doughnut | Nov 11 2025 (in-store) | Veterans, active duty, spouse eligible |
| Free burger chain | Free burger + bottomless side | Nov 11 2025 | Valid military proof required |
| Discount offer chain | 10%-20% off entire meal | Nov 11 2025 | Veterans or active duty with ID |
Note: Participating locations may vary. Always confirm with the local restaurant.
How to Claim the Offers
- Check local location for participation and any regional differences.
- Bring your military ID or veteran proof when you arrive.
- Dine-in only, unless the offer explicitly states otherwise.
- Select from the special menu or item specified.
- Tip the staff fairly—even though the meal or item may be free, servers still rely on tips.
Why These Offers Matter
These promotions serve several purposes:
- They recognise and thank veterans and active-duty military for their service.
- They drive traffic to restaurants on what might be a slower weekday.
- They encourage veterans to dine out and enjoy themselves, often bringing family or friends.
- They provide genuine value to veterans and help spread goodwill in local communities.
This Veterans Day 2025, Oregon restaurants are stepping up with free meals, generous discounts, and special deals for veterans, active-duty, reserves, and their families.
Whether you’re eligible for a complimentary entrée, a free pizza, or a discounted meal, this is a moment to be appreciated—and to enjoy. Always confirm the local restaurant’s participation and terms, bring proof of service, and thank the staff by tipping.
Don’t miss out on these meaningful offers that honour your service and give you a great meal in return.