As Veterans Day approaches, businesses across Northeast Ohio are rolling out special offers to honor the region’s veterans and active-duty service members.
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From free meals to discounted retail, here’s a roundup of what to keep an eye on for Tuesday, Nov. 11:
Akron Zoo
The Veterans’ Appreciation Days at the Akron Zoo will be from Nov. 7 to 11. Veterans get free admission with a valid ID and their families will get 50% off admission.
Humane Society of Summit County
All veterans, active-duty military members and their families can receive 50% off adoption fees from now through Nov. 30.
Applebee’s
Veteran and active-duty military receive a free meal from a select menu on Nov. 11.
Chili’s
Veterans and active-duty military members get a free meal on Nov. 11 at all participating restaurants.
Circle K
Free hot or iced medium coffee on Nov. 11.
Chipotle
Veterans who present a valid military ID can order one entree and receive the second one for free on Nov. 11 from 4 to 8 p.m.
Cracker Barrel
Free sunrise pancake breakfast on Nov. 11.
Dave & Buster’s
All veterans and active-duty military are invited to enjoy a free entrée (up to $20) as well as a $10 Power Card for gameplay at any Dave & Buster’s nationwide. The deal will be available in-store only on Nov. 11.
Denny’s
Veterans and active-duty military personnel can receive a free Original Grand Slam on Nov. 11 from 5 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Einsten Bros Bagel
Veterans and active-duty military can receive a free hot or iced coffee (any size) on Nov. 11, in-store or online using promo code FREECOFFEE.
Firehouse Subs
Buy any size sub and receive a second sub free on Nov. 11.
Golden Corral
Free dinner buffet & beverage on Nov. 11 from 4 PM to close.
Olive Garden
Free entree from a special menu for any veteran or active duty military with an ID on Nov. 11.
Outback Steakhouse
Get a free Aussie 3-Course Meal with valid military ID when dining in (select entrées only), Nov. 10-11.
Red Robin
Free Red’s Big Tavern Burger and Bottomless Side for veterans and active duty military on Nov. 11.
Red Roof Inn
From Oct. 13 through Nov. 13, government and military guests can receive a 15% discount at all Red Roof Inn locations.
Sheetz
Veterans and active duty military personnel can enjoy a free half turkey sub and a regular size fountain drink at any location. Sheetz will also provide a free car wash, but offer only applies to the $9 car wash option and is only available at Sheetz stores that have a car wash.
Starbucks
Free tall (12 oz.) hot or iced coffee for veterans, active duty military or military spouses onNov. 11.
Target
Verified veterans with Target Circle can receive 10% off two storewide purchases, both in-store and online from now through Nov. 11…