BETHLEHEM, Pa. - According to the 2021 American Community Survey, there are an estimated 35,000 veterans living in Lehigh Valley and Northampton Counties. This Veterans Day, restaurants are celebrating them with free and discounted meals. If you’re a veteran who has served our country, check out these deals below. Don't forget to bring your proof of service (such as a DD214) with you!
Local Restaurants
Bar Louie, Free craft burger. Located at 2960 Center Valley Pkwy., Suite 700, Center Valley.
The Bayou, Free entree for those who’ve served. Reservations are strongly recommended. They also offer everyday Hometown Hero discounts. Located at 702 Hawthorne Road, Bethlehem, as well as 64 Centre Square, Easton.
Carl’s Corner, $7.00 Deli-Delight Meals, and 10% off the rest of the year. Located at 2 W. Elizabeth Ave., Bethlehem and 848 Nazareth Pike, Nazareth.
Jay’s Local, 15% off. Located at 2301 Liberty St, Allentown.
Menchie’s, Six ounces of frozen yogurt for free. Located at valley locations.
Copperhead Grille, Will give veterans 20% off all day, with certain restrictions. Located at 5737 Route 378, Bethlehem and 1731 Airport Road, Allentown.
Owowcow Creamery, Free ice cream for veterans and their loved ones. Three valley locations.
Playa Bowls, Free Bowls at participating locations.
PJ Whelihan’s, Free 5-piece order of wings. Three valley locations.
The Shelby, 10% off every day. Located at 707 N Krocks Rd, Allentown.
Springtown Inn, Free dinner. Reservations are required. Located at 3258 Main Street, Springtown.
Chains
7-Eleven, Free coffee or Big Gulp, through their app.
Applebee’s, Free meal from a limited menu.
BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse - Free entrée worth up to $14.95 and Dr. Pepper.
Bob Evans, Free choice of seven homestyle menu items, including country fried steak and crispy fried chicken.
Buffalo Wild Wings, Three free tenders and a drink.
Chili’s, Free meal from a select menu.
Cracker Barrell, Free slice of double fudge Coca-Cola cake with meal.
Denny’s, Free Build Your Own Grand Slam breakfast from 5 a.m. to noon.
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, Free pulled pork classic sandwich.
Dunkin’, Free donut, no purchase necessary.
Friendly’s, Free all-American burger, fries and drink for lunch or dinner.
Golden Corral, Free dinner from 5 to 9 p.m.
IHOP, Free Red, White and Blueberry pancakes.
Krispy Kreme, Free doughnut of choice and small coffee.
Mission BBQ, Free sandwich.
Olive Garden, Free entrée from a special menu, served with unlimited soup or house salad, as well as garlic breadsticks.
On the Border, Free Pick 2 Combo meal.
Outback Steakhouse, Free Bloomin’ Onion and choice of Coca-Cola product. There is also a “daily heroes discount” of 10% valid year-round.
Pilot Flying J, Free breakfast combo.
Red Lobster, Free Walt's Favorite Shrimp, Fries, and Coleslaw.
Red Robin, Free Red's Tavern Double, accompanied with Bottomless Steak Fries.
Ruby Tuesday, Free Garden Bar Entree.
Sheetz, Free half turkey or ham sub and a regular-size fountain drink. Sheetz will also provide a free car wash to veterans and active-duty military.
Smashburger, Free Single Classic Burger.
Smoothie King, Free 20 oz. smoothie.
Starbucks - Free 12 oz. hot brewed coffee. Military spouses included.
Wawa - Free hot coffee in any size. Families included.
White Castle - Free Combo Meal or Breakfast Combo Meal.