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Veterans Day 2024: Food Discounts & Freebies in Tucson

(Photo courtesy of Mountain Mike's Pizza)

Veterans Day 2024: Food Discounts & Freebies in Tucson

Nov 8, 20243 min read

Here are a few honorable ways to salute veterans and active-duty military personnel on Monday, November 11. 

In honor of Veterans Day, local restaurants and beverage shops are offering discounts or freebies to those who have served or are still in the military. Also, this is only a handful of local restaurants saluting troops on Monday, November 11.

Adventure idea: All National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will have free admission to everyone on Veterans Day.

Tandem American Eatery

8864 E. Tanque Verde Rd.

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Bashful Bandit Barbecue

3686 E. Speedway Blvd.

“We will be open this Monday for Veterans Day and are smoking lots of extra prime briskets and pork butts!! Veterans and active duty personnel get a complimentary (that means Free!) prime chopped brisket or green chile pulled pork sandwich and a fountain drink (Dine in only, while the meats last). Thanks all y’all’s for your bravery, courage, and service – protecting us from the bad guys! Serious – Thanks so much!”

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Gourmet Girls Gluten Free Bakery/Bistro

5845 N. Oracle Rd. 
Gourmet Girls (Photo by Hannah Hernandez)

The Gourmet Girls will be offering complimentary meals for veterans on November 11.  It also happens to be their Lucky Thirteen Anniversary. They’ll be celebrating all weekend with Pink Champagne Cupcakes for all guests, and some surprise specials for $13. Plus, new menu items like the Banana-Rama breakfast, Lemon Curd Poppyseed Waffle, and a Sourdough Bread Patty Melt is on the menu.

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Tumbleweed Lounge

13915 N. Sandario Rd.

The bar in Marana is hosting a special Happy Hour from 4 – 6 p.m. on Veterans Day.

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Veterans Day BBQ

4165 W. Ina Rd.

This is a family-friendly event with plenty of activities and they are also giving away a Harley-Davidson motorcycle.

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Free Breakfast for Veterans

15850 W. El Tiro Rd.

“Celebrate Veterans Day with breakfast cooked by Auxiliary 5990. Free for Veterans. $6 for all other guests.”

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Mountain Mike’s Pizza

4362 N. Oracle Rd. · 6601 E. Grant Rd. #101
(Photo courtesy of Mountain Mike’s Pizza)

On November 11, Mountain Mike’s Pizza is offering free Garlic Sticks with a minimum purchase of $25. Mountain Rewards members will receive the offer in-app. For non-members, use code FREESTIX online.

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BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse

5510 E. Broadway Blvd. · 4270 N. Oracle Rd.
(Photo courtesy of BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse)

“We are offering a sweet treat and free appetizers for all current and former military personnel with a valid military ID.”

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Hawaiian Bros Island Grill

203 S. Wilmot Rd.
a plate of food and a cup of coffee
Hawaiian Bros Island Grill (Photo by Hannah Hernandez)

“In recognition of Veterans Day, Hawaiian Bros Island Grill is offering veterans and active duty personnel a complimentary classic plate lunch as a heartfelt thank you for your service. Please present valid proof of service to redeem this offer. Dine-in, drive-thru, and carry-out options are available, except ghost kitchens.”

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Native Grill & Wings

10255 E. Old Vail Rd. · 8225 N. Courtney Page Way · 5421 S. Calle Santa Cruz

“Veterans and active-duty military get a free meal from the following choices: ½ lb Stripper Combo, a ½ lb Boneless Combo, or a #MyNative Burger with fries on November 11. The offer is valid for dine-in only at participating locations and an ID must be shown, or you need to wear a military uniform.”

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More Veterans Day Deals at National Chains

All of the discounts have been confirmed, either through a press release or direct communication with the company. Check out all the other discounts being offered this Veterans Day.

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Article written by:

Matt Sterner

Matt Sterner

More about Matt

At a very young age, Matt Sterner was gifted with the artistic ability to masterfully roll a burrito to the highest of standards, but the wrapped medley of delicious innards wasn’t his first love. Matt’s first true love was a combination of reading, writing, and creating. He grew up reading comics, the ingredients list of his shampoo and conditioner bottles, choose-your-own-adventure books, and the Scrabble dictionary — something he found useful when challenging his grandmother to a game.

He attended college at New Mexico State University and graduated with a degree in Digital Filmmaking. One of his favorite classes was screenwriting because he became responsible for the story’s birth before it came to life on-screen. After school, Matt took on numerous positions at a local television station in Tucson. From dealing out stories about heartbreak to producing “fluffier” content for a lifestyle broadcast, he learned what it takes to adapt to the many emotions the world of media can stir. Since 2017, Matt has dabbled in the culinary world of Tucson as well as San Diego, California from time to time.

If you’re in the mood for strange stories, head over to his pride and joy, wonkytimes.com. And in case you’re curious — yes, after all of this time, he still manages to roll a killer burrito.

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