Businesses across Amarillo and Lubbock are showing their gratitude this Veterans Day with free meals, discounts and special offers for active-duty military, veterans and their families. From comfort food and coffee to car washes and sporting goods, dozens of local restaurants and retailers are taking part in the Nov. 11 celebration of service.
Veterans Day honors all who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces, marking the anniversary of the armistice that ended World War I. While many residents plan to attend parades and ceremonies — including the Texas Panhandle War Memorial Center’s annual event in Amarillo, a joint ceremony by the city of Canyon and WT in Canyon, and the city of Lubbock’s ceremony at Silent Wings Museum — others will gather with family and friends to share a meal or gesture of thanks.
Editor’s note: Offers are subject to participation and may vary by location. Most are valid for dine-in customers only, and not all locations participate. Times may vary by location — guests should confirm local hours before visiting.
Restaurants serving those who served
Applebee’s is offering a complimentary full-size entrée from an exclusive Veterans Day menu, along with a $5 “Bounce Back Card” for a future visit, for all veterans and active-duty military on Nov. 11. Options include a 6-ounce Top Sirloin, Classic Bacon Cheeseburger, Chicken Tenders Platter, Double Crunch Shrimp, Fiesta Lime Chicken, Oriental Chicken Salad and Three-Cheese Chicken Penne. The offer is dine-in only with proof of military ID…