This year, Veterans Day on November 11, 2025, will feature numerous free meals and discounts at restaurants across Oregon and nationwide, honoring military service members and veterans. Major chains such as Applebee's, Chipotle, Krispy Kreme, Red Lobster, Starbucks, Cracker Barrel, and many others will offer special deals including free entrees, beverages, desserts, and discounts. For example, Applebee's provides a free full-sized entrée from a select menu, while Chipotle offers a free second entrée for military members ordering between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. Proof of military service is generally required for these offers. Other participating restaurants include Red Lobster, Starbucks, Cracker Barrel, Buffalo Wild Wings, IHOP, Olive Garden, Outback Steakhouse, and Wendy’s, among many others, with deals such as free meals, buy-one-get-one offers, and discounts. In Oregon specifically, restaurants like Applebee's, BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse, Buffalo Wild Wings, Chipotle, Denny’s, and Starbucks will participate in Veterans Day celebrations. Additionally, a new Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers location is opening in Oak Grove near Fort Campbell on November 11, providing high-quality steakburgers and frozen custard treats, with options for drive-thru and mobile ordering. The restaurant aims to serve the local community and military personnel stationed at Fort Campbell.