Veterans Day is Wednesday, November 11, and a lot of St. Joe spots are saying thank you with free meals, coffee, and haircuts. We rounded up every deal we could confirm at a local location so you have one place to look. Share it with the veterans in your life!
A few tips before you go: bring proof of service (military ID, VA card, DD-214, or a Missouri ID with the veteran designation), plan on dining in, and call ahead if a deal says “participating locations.” And please tip on the full value of the meal. Your server is working just as hard on a free plate.
St. Joseph Veterans Day Parade
When: Wednesday, November 11 at 10 a.m.
Route: Starts at 22nd Street and Frederick Avenue, heads down Frederick, south on N. 10th, east on Francis, and ends at Civic Center Park.
Good to know: Catch the parade, then head to lunch on someone else.
Hy-Vee
The deal: Free breakfast for veterans, military members, and their families.
When: 6 to 10 a.m. (times can vary, so check with your store)
Good to know: Veterans and active duty also get 15% off groceries on November 11 with code VETS2026, in-store or online.
IHOP
The deal: Free Red, White & Blueberry Pancake Combo.
When: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Good to know: Dine-in only at participating locations. Bring military ID or proof of service.
Denny’s
The deal: Free Original Grand Slam.
When: 5 a.m. to noon
Good to know: Dine-in only. Military ID or DD-214 required.
Cracker Barrel
The deal: Free Sunrise Pancake Special.
When: November 11
Good to know: Valid ID required.
Starbucks
The deal: Free tall hot or iced brewed coffee.
When: November 11
Good to know: Open to veterans, service members, and military spouses at participating stores.
Scooter’s Coffee
The deal: Free medium drink.
When: All day November 11
Good to know: In-store only, one per guest, with valid military ID.
Dunkin’
The deal: Free donut of your choice.
When: November 11, while supplies last
Good to know: For active duty and veterans. In-store only, one per guest. Not valid on mobile orders.
Casey’s
The deal: Free coffee or fountain drink, plus a free car wash.
When: November 11
Good to know: Any store with military ID or proof of service. Car wash where available.
Texas Roadhouse
The deal: Free meal voucher to use later.
When: Vouchers handed out 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Good to know: Good through May 31, 2027 for one of 10 entrées. Bring military ID, VA card, or discharge papers.
Little Caesars
The deal: Free HOT-N-READY Lunch Combo.
When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Good to know: In-store at participating locations.
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
The deal: Free combo meal card.
When: Pick it up November 11, use it through November 25
Good to know: No purchase needed. Bring military ID.
Wendy’s
The deal: Free Dave’s Single.
When: November 11
Good to know: Dine-in or drive-thru at participating locations.
Fazoli’s
The deal: Free spaghetti with marinara or meat sauce.
When: November 11
Good to know: No purchase needed. Use code VET26 with proof of status at participating locations.
Chipotle
The deal: Free chips plus guac, queso blanco, or salsa.
When: All day November 11
Good to know: With a $5 in-restaurant purchase at participating locations. Show proof of service at checkout.
Sonic
The deal: Half-price shakes in any size and flavor.
When: November 11
Chili’s
The deal: Free meal from a select Veterans Day menu.
When: November 11
Good to know: Dine-in only at participating locations.
Olive Garden
The deal: Free entrée from a special menu.
When: November 11
Good to know: Dine-in only. Proof of service required.
Red Lobster
The deal: Free Shrimp & Chips.
When: November 11
Good to know: Dine-in only for veterans, active duty, and reservists. Military ID or proof of service required.
Buffalo Wild Wings
The deal: 10 free boneless wings and fries.
When: November 11 only
Good to know: Dine-in at participating locations with proof of service.
54th Street Grill & Bar
The deal: Up to $10 off any entrée.
When: November 11
Good to know: Dine-in only.
Great Clips
The deal: Free haircut, or a card for a free haircut later.
When: November 11 (cards are good through December 4)
Good to know: Getting your own haircut that day? Ask for a free haircut card to pass along to a veteran you know.
Sport Clips
The deal: Free or discounted haircut.
When: November 11
Good to know: Participating locations with proof of service. Call the North Village store to confirm.
Final Thoughts
Offers are set by each business and can change, so it’s always smart to call ahead. If your St. Joe business is honoring veterans this week, or you spotted a deal we missed, email me at danielledalton@stjregroup.com or text (913) 707-1705 and I’ll add it. And thank you to every veteran in our community for your service. 
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