Veterans Day falls on Wednesday, and Kent County is rolling out a generous slate of free meals and discounts for those who have served our nation. Local eateries and well‑known chains alike are offering complimentary dishes, special menu items and vouchers to honor veterans and their families.
Local restaurants offering free meals
- Russ’ Restaurant – Complimentary All‑American breakfast before 11:00 a.m.; classic burger and fries after 11:00 a.m.
- Redwater Restaurants – One free food item valued at $29 or less at any Redwater location.
- Boatwerks – Free meal from a Veterans Day menu.
- The Butler Cork Wine & Grille – Free meal from a Veterans Day menu.
- FireRock Grille – Free meal from a Veterans Day menu.
- Gravity Taphouse – Free meal from a Veterans Day menu.
- Lake Bluff Grille – Free meal from a Veterans Day menu.
- Redrock Grille – Free meal from a Veterans Day menu.
- Reds – Free meal from a Veterans Day menu.
- Rush Creek Bistro – Free meal from a Veterans Day menu.
- Restaurant Partners Management – Free meal at any RPM restaurant.
- Bagel Beanery – Free meal from a Veterans Day menu.
- Beltline Bar – Free meal from a Veterans Day menu.
- Grand Coney – Free meal from a Veterans Day menu.
- Noble Restaurant – Free meal from a Veterans Day menu.
- Pete’s Grill & Tavern – Free meal from a Veterans Day menu.
- Real Food Cafe – Free meal from a Veterans Day menu.
- Red Geranium – Free meal from a Veterans Day menu.
- The Omlette Shoppe – Free traditionalist breakfast.
- Anna’s House – Free traditionalist breakfast.
- Big E’s Sports Grill – Free meal and a free drink.
- Boulder Tap House – Free meal from a Veterans Day menu.
- Brann’s Steakhouse & Grille – Free 6‑oz. sizzler steak with a baked potato.
- Chick‑fil‑A (28th St SE & E Beltline Ave SE) – Free original Chick‑fil‑A sandwich.
- HopCat – Free signature double burger, Cosmik fries and a soft drink.
- Pit Stop Catering – Free two‑meat platter.
Chain restaurants joining the celebration
- Applebee’s – Free full‑size entrée.
- Biggby – Free 16‑oz. hot or iced coffee.
- Bonefish Grill – Free order of Bang Bang shrimp and a drink.
- Bob Evans – Free meal from a Veterans Day menu.
- Buffalo Wild Wings – Free order of ten boneless wings and fries.
- Casey’s – Free coffee or fountain drink plus a free car wash.
- Chili’s – Free meal from a Veterans Day menu.
- Chipotle – Free regular‑size order of chips with guacamole, Queso Blanco or salsa (minimum $5 purchase).
- Cracker Barrel – Free Sunrise Pancake Special.
- Dave & Buster’s – Free dessert with qualifying entrée and unlimited game play all day.
- Denny’s – Free Original Grand Slam.
- Freddy’s – Free combo meal.
- Golden Corral – Free buffet meal.
- IHOP – Free Red, White & Blueberry Pancake Combo.
- Logan’s Roadhouse – Free meal from a Veterans Day menu.
- Little Caesars – Free HOT‑N‑READY Lunch Combo.
- Main Event – Free double cheeseburger with fries and a 30‑minute game time‑card.
- Mission BBQ – Free sandwich.
- Olive Garden – Free entrée from a Veterans Day menu.
- Outback Steakhouse – Free Bloomin’ Onion and drink; future Hero’s meal also offered.
- Red Robin – Free Red’s Big Tavern Burger with bottomless steak fries.
- Starbucks – Free tall hot or iced coffee.
- Texas Roadhouse – Free meal voucher for a limited menu.
Veterans who wish to take advantage of these offers should bring a valid military ID to the participating location. If a favorite restaurant is missing from the list, readers are encouraged to email [email protected] with details of any additional discounts they are providing.
These promotions reflect Kent County’s deep appreciation for the men and women who have defended our freedoms. By supporting local businesses and national chains alike, the community ensures that veterans can enjoy a hearty meal on this special day without expense.
Original reporting: FOX 17 WXMI Grand Rapids (local) — read the source article.
