Applebees Free Food for AD and Vets ?
 

Snopes didn't have a response to this. Got it from a vet friend. Sounds too good to be true.

http://www.applebees.com/vetsday/

Can anyone confirm/deny? :munchin

We got an email about it from our front office yesterday. I hope they did some digging before they sent it out to the entire Headquarters Staff.

YES...From the Applebees Corporate Website
 

http://www.applebees.com/vetsDay/def...identification


Valid Veteran and Active Duty Identification to Obtain Free Entree:
U.S. Uniform Services Identification Card
U.S. Uniform Services Retired Identification Card
Current Leave and Earnings Statement (LES)
Veterans Organization Card (i.e., American Legion and VFW)
Photograph in uniform
Wearing uniform
Burger patties are grilled to your choice of pink or no-pink.

*NOTICE: Items marked with an * may be cooked to order. Consuming raw or undercooked meat may increase your risk of foodborne illness. To our guests with food sensitivities or allergies: Applebee’s® cannot ensure that menu items do not contain ingredients that might cause an allergic reaction. Please consider this when ordering.

Available during business hours on November 11, 2009 at participating Applebee’s only. Dine-in from limited menu only. Beverages and gratuity not included. Veterans and active duty military simply show proof of military service.

I think I'll go to Applebee's this November 11th, after I park my rear on the curb along Central Avenue to watch the Phoenix Veteran's Day Parade near its stopping point. I will not take advantage of the "free" offer - but buy the most expensive entree and pay - gladly.

They did this last year and I went with a few buddies. There is a dark side to the deal though...drinks are not included :mad: we still ended up with a respectable tab despite the free food.

I'm sorry but, this is BAD because ????

I don't see any other major food corp. stepping up to the plate and honoring our Vets and AD this way.

If a restaurant such as Applebee's is honoring our Vets and AD with a Free Sandwich or Burger I say....MORE POWER TO 'EM !!!!!

:lifter :lifter :lifter

IIRC, Golden Corral also serves vets for free on Vet's Day, and has for several years.

I do not consider paying for my drinks with a free meal a catch. It says so in the instructions.

TR

Applebee's is new this year; Golden Corral has been doing it for years. I've no problem paying drinks and gratuity. GC's support of the Vet is one of the reasons I frequent them throughout the year. Maybe Applebee's deserves similar consideration (depends on how limited the selection is ;) ).

Now I need to find a locale that isn't inundated with veterans! :D In the past it's been nearly impossible to get in the door at GC. Being at FBNC might have something to do with it.

My remarks were meant to be an attempt at humor. Sort of like complaining that you got a new car for free but had to pay for the gas.

Of course it's a great deal and we appreciate companies that do this sort of thing. I suppose I forgot to properly color code my sarcasm :D

Toby Keith
 

If you're ever in Vegas, go to Toby Keith's and get a full meal and a large beer for 5 Bucks if you served, or are serving.