Veterans Day deals: Free meals and discounts at these restaurants ...

Some restaurants and businesses are offering deals to veterans as a way to say thank you to the men and women who have served our country.

Applebee's is offering veterans and active-duty military a free meal on Saturday where they can select from 8 entrées at Applebee’s across the country (Dine-in only).

Aroma Joe's is offering a free 24-ounce drink for all veterans.

Buffalo Wild Wings will offer a free order of 10 boneless wings and Fries for veterans and active-duty service members with valid ID on Saturday. Only available for dine-in.

Chili’s will give all veterans and active military personnel a free entrée on Saturday.

Veterans can get a free Grand Slam breakfast at Denny’s until noon on Friday.

Dunkin’ is offering a free doughnut to veterans and active military at participating restaurants nationwide.

Veterans get a free cheeseburger and fries at Friendly's on Saturday with a military ID.

IHOP is offering free Red, White, & Blueberry Pancakes for vets and active-duty military from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday.

On Saturday, Lotus Restaurant in Auburn will be offering free meals to veterans. For the past 10 years, Lotus has opened their doors giving back to the men and women who fought for their country and this year the tradition continues.

Any veteran or person currently in the military is welcome to drop in for a free all you can eat buffet for lunch and dinner.

Lotus opens on Saturday at 11 a.m. and closes at 10 p.m.

Lowe’s Home Improvement is offering a 10% military discount and will be giving out free collectible pins.

Starbucks will be giving out a free tall (12-ounce) hot or cold brewed coffee to veterans, military service members and military spouses who visit participating U.S. Starbucks stores on Saturday.

Texas Roadhouse will give veterans and active military a free meal voucher on Saturday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. The vouchers are good for dine-in or carry out at a later time. The voucher is good until May 30, 2024. If you choose to dine in on November 11, there will be a specific menu to select from.