Get free food and discounts on Veterans Day in California here

The federal holiday invites Americans to thank those who have served in war and peacetime and to celebrate with parades and other festivities. Many businesses across the country also offer special offers and discounts as a thank you.

Here are some Veterans Day foodie deals you can find in California on Monday, as well as what's closed for the holiday.

Which restaurants near me offer Veterans Day discounts?

• Applebee's: Veterans and active military, reservists and National Guardsmen can get a free meal from an exclusive Veterans Day menu at Applebee's on Monday.
• BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse: All current and former military members with a valid military ID will receive a free Chocolate Chunk Pizookie with no minimum purchase.
• Broken Yolk Cafe: All veterans and active military members will receive a free small stack of pancakes on Monday. You must present an active or inactive military ID in store.
• Buffalo Wild Wings: Current and former military members with a valid ID can get 10 free boneless wings and fries at Buffalo Wild Wings on Monday. The deal is good when you dine in, dine in, or order at the counter when ordering at a Buffalo Wild Wings Go location.
• Californian pizza cuisine: Veterans and active-duty military members receive a free entree and drink from a prix-fixe menu when dining on Monday.
• Chilis: All veterans and active military receive free admission at Chili's on Monday.
• Dunkin': All active and retired military will receive a free donut at Dunkin' stores on Veterans Day. Limit is one per guest while supplies last. No ID is required. Offer not valid on orders placed via On-the-Go Mobile Ordering via the Dunkin' Mobile App.
• Farm boys: All veterans and active military receive a free Big Cheese Burger on Monday.
• Firehouse Subs: Veterans and active military receive a free combo meal on Monday that includes a medium sub, chips or a cookie and a drink.
• IHOP: IHOP is offering a free red, white and blueberry pancake combo to veterans and active military at participating locations for dine-in only on Monday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Restaurants for lazy dogs: All veterans and active military members receive free admission on Monday.
• On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina: Veterans and active military with valid ID or proof of service can receive a free “Choose 2 Combo” meal, valid for dinner only at participating restaurants.
• QDOBA: Veterans and active military members with a valid ID receive a 50% discount on all full-size tickets at participating locations.
• Red lobster: Show proof of service or a valid military ID and receive a free Veteran's Shrimp & Chips meal.
• Sonic Drive In: All customers can get shakes in any size and flavor for half price on Monday.
• Starbucks: Veterans, military members and military spouses will receive a free 12-ounce coffee at participating Starbucks locations on Monday.
• Yoghurtland: Veterans and active military receive 15% off on Monday at participating locations nationwide.