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2023 Veteran's Day deals and freebies: Food, drinks and things to do in the Valley

Free meals, drinks, car washes, dental care, event admission, and more
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Posted at 9:49 AM, Nov 02, 2023
and last updated 2023-11-09 08:38:15-05

PHOENIX — To celebrate and honor our service members, businesses around the Valley are offering special deals and freebies on Veterans Day, which falls on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023.

Here are some of the best deals we found around the Phoenix area for active members and veterans:

  • From Nov. 10-17, there will be a week-long open house at all Planet Fitness clubs for veterans, active-duty military, and their friends and family to work out and take advantage of PF Black Card amenities like the HydroMassage and Massage Chairs for free. Veterans and current military members will also receive free gear and a cooler drink to thank them for their service.
  • Bashas', AJ's Fine Foods and Food City supermarkets throughout Arizona and New Mexico will offer a 10% discount for all active duty, reserve, discharged, and retired military customers on Saturday, Nov. 11.
  • Associated Dental Care Providers is offering free dental services for veterans from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Nov. 10. The services include cleanings, fillings, and extractions, and will be done on a first-come, first-served basis. Veterans will be asked to bring a valid form of veteran ID. The office is located in Sun City at 14650 N. Del Webb Blvd., Ste. 4.
  • Scooter’s Coffee is offering veterans a free handcrafted drink of any size on Nov. 11. Veterans and military members simply need to present their valid military identification at a participating Scooter’s Coffee location.
  • Kasai Japanese Steakhouse is offering veterans, first responders, and active military 20% off their entrée with valid ID on Nov. 11. The entrée can be chosen from the teppan table or the main dining room.

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  • Dave & Buster’s at Tempe Marketplace is offering 15% off all food items for first responders this Veteran’s Day.
  • Grimaldi’s Pizzeria is offering 25% off for all active and off-duty military this Veteran’s Day.
  • Veterans can get free admission to the Museum of Illusions throughout the entire Veteran’s Day Weekend - Nov. 10-12.
  • Cider Corps: Active military and veterans get a 30% discount on all beverage purchases made at the cidery’s taproom in Downtown Mesa.
  • Myke’s Pizza: All year long, there's a 10% discount for active military and veterans.
  • Morning Squeeze: All year long, there is a 10% discount for active military and veterans at its three locations in Phoenix, Scottsdale and Tempe.
  • Macayo’s Mexican Food: On Saturday, Nov. 11, all active and non-active military personnel can get a free entree at all locations around the Valley.
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  • White Castle is offering a free Castle Combo or Breakfast Combo for all veterans on Nov. 11.
  • Roaring Fork: All retired and active military member can enjoy 15% off their entire meal with ID. The deal is valid for dine-in only beginning at 4 p.m.
  • Thirsty Lion is offering veterans a free entree from a special holiday menu and non-alcoholic beverages for people with proof of military ID. The offer will be valid on November 11 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. at Desert Ridge, Santan Village, and Chandler Viridian and 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. at the Tempe location.
  • Kona Grill: 50% off food for veterans & active-duty military from Friday, Nov. 10 to Monday, Nov. 13.
  • STK Steakhouse: 50% off food for veterans & active-duty military from Friday, Nov. 10 to Monday, Nov. 13.
  • Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers: Veterans and current military personnel can get a free Freddy’s Original Double combo meal card on Nov. 11. No purchase is necessary to receive this special offer. Cards may be redeemed through Nov. 30, 2023.
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  • Veterans, active duty military, and National Guard members are invited to enjoy a fee-free day at any Arizona state park this Veterans Day.
  • Cobblestone Auto Spa is offering veterans and active-duty United States military personnel a complimentary Polish & Shine express car wash and oil change at Cobblestone locations in Arizona. (Free car wash at every Arizona location, with full-service Arizona locations also offering a complimentary oil change.)
  • Starbucks: On Nov. 11, veterans, military members and military spouses can get a free tall hot or brewed coffee.
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  • Phoenix City Grille: Veterans can get a complimentary lunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 10.
  • Main Event: On Nov. 11, veterans can enjoy a free double cheeseburger, fries, and a free 30-minute Game Play!
  • Dave & Buster's: On Nov. 11, veterans can get a free entree (up to $20) AND a free $10 Power Card with a valid Veterans card.
  • Rainbow Ryders – Their ongoing military discount for hot air balloon flights offers a discounted rate of $175 per person (including their party). Valid for active and retired military. To redeem a discount, passengers can call to book at 480-299-0154.
  • Hash Kitchen will be offering a discount of 10% off the total bill on Veterans Day.
  • The Mexicano and The Sicilian Butcher will both be offering a 20% discount for veterans. Promotions are valid for dine-in only. Discount not valid on alcohol.
  • Koibito Poké is honoring veterans with $5 off in-store orders on Veterans Day at all four of its Valley locations in Scottsdale, Arcadia and Chandler.
  • Over Easy – Over Easy offers a year-round discount for veterans with 10% off their bill every time they visit.
  • Potbelly Sandwich Shop is offering veterans a free drink or cookie with the price of an entree on Nov. 11. Valid military ID is required.
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  • Streets of New York – Streets of New York Pizza will be offering a 20% discount for veterans on Veterans Day. Offer valid at participating locations only. Discount not valid on alcohol.
  • Jocque Concepts – The restaurant group Jocque Concepts will be offering a discount of 25% off food purchases for veterans and active military on Veterans Day at ALL of its concepts in Old Town Scottsdale and Arcadia which include Diego Pops, Eat Up Drive In, The Hot Chick and The Montauk. Discount not valid on alcohol.
  • Queen Creek Olive Mill – On Veterans Day, veterans can get 2 Pizzas + 2 Pints for $44 ($10 in savings). Wine and non-alcoholic options can be substituted. The Mill will also be offering Veterans $1 scoops of gelato and 10% off all other purchases excluding sale items and alcohol.
  • Salt & Lime Modern Mexican Grill – Salt & Lime in Scottsdale offers a year-round discount for veterans and first responders with a 20% discount every time you visit.
  • 18 Degrees – The Scottsdale bar & grill will be offering veterans 50% off any single food item on Veterans Day.
  • La Madeleine: 30% off the entire purchase for veterans with valid ID.
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MORE DEALS: These national chain restaurants are offering free Veterans Day meals

  • Peter Piper Pizza: 10% off the entire purchase for veterans all year long with valid ID.
  • Food Truck Throwdown at Peoria Sports Complex: From 4-10 p.m. on Nov. 11, military members and veterans with ID will get free entry to the event.
  • Kohl’s is offering a 30% discount in stores from Nov. 10 - Nov. 12 with a valid military ID. Every Monday all year long, the store offers a 15% discount for active and former military personnel, veterans, and their immediate families.
  • MOD Pizza is recognizing veterans with a buy one, get one free pizza or salad deal on Nov. 11 with proof of military service. The deal is valid in-store only.
  • West Alley BBQ in Chandler is offering a complimentary pork or chicken sandwich with a side for all veterans and active-duty military members. The deal is valid from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Nov. 11.
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