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Chick-fil-A Veterans Day

Quick answer

Yes — Chick-fil-A is open on Veterans Day with normal hours. There is no single national free-meal program, but many locations offer military appreciation (a free entrée for veterans and active-duty with ID). Offers vary by store — call ahead.

Veterans Day hours

Most locations keep regular hours on November 11 — typically 6:30 AM to 9–10 PM, with breakfast until 10:30 AM. Military appreciation offers, when available, usually run during lunch and dinner. Confirm at your local restaurant.

Free food for veterans — what to know

  • Not national: each Operator decides whether to participate.
  • Typical offer: a free entrée or sandwich for veterans and active-duty service members.
  • Bring ID: military ID, VA card, or proof of service.
  • In-store only: offers usually require a visit with ID, not delivery.
  • Call ahead: confirm participation before you drive over.

Veterans Day FAQs

Is Chick-fil-A open on Veterans Day? +

Yes. Chick-fil-A is open on Veterans Day (November 11) at most U.S. locations with normal hours. Veterans Day is not a Sunday and is not a national closure day, so most restaurants operate on their regular schedule.

Does Chick-fil-A give free food on Veterans Day? +

Chick-fil-A does not run one national free-meal program on Veterans Day. However, many individual locations offer military appreciation gestures — such as a free entrée or sandwich for veterans and active-duty service members. Offers vary by Operator, so check with your local restaurant and bring military ID.

What does Chick-fil-A give veterans on Veterans Day? +

Where offered, it is typically a free entrée (like a Chicken Sandwich) or a free meal for veterans and active-duty military with valid ID. Because each Operator decides independently, the offer and its terms differ from store to store.

Do I need ID for the Chick-fil-A Veterans Day offer? +

Yes. Participating locations that offer a Veterans Day freebie generally ask for a military ID, VA card, or proof of service. Call ahead to confirm your store participates and what ID is accepted.

Is the Chick-fil-A Veterans Day free meal for active duty too? +

At participating locations, yes — active-duty service members and veterans are often both included, but this is set by each Operator. Confirm the details at your local restaurant.

What time does Chick-fil-A open on Veterans Day? +

Most restaurants open at their normal time, often around 6:30 AM, with breakfast until 10:30 AM and the lunch menu after. Military appreciation offers, when available, usually apply during lunch and dinner hours.

Does Chick-fil-A deliver on Veterans Day? +

Yes, delivery is usually available on Veterans Day, though demand can add wait times. The free-offer promotions, where they exist, typically require an in-store or drive-thru visit with ID rather than delivery.

Does every Chick-fil-A participate in Veterans Day offers? +

No. Participation is decided by each local Operator, so not every restaurant offers a Veterans Day freebie. The safest move is to call your location ahead of time to ask whether they are participating.

Does Chick-fil-A offer military discounts year-round? +

Some locations offer a small military discount year-round at the Operator's discretion, but it is not a national policy. Veterans Day is simply when the most locations choose to honor service members.

When is Veterans Day? +

Veterans Day is November 11 every year. When November 11 falls on a weekend, some locations may observe it differently, but Chick-fil-A is open either way unless it lands on a Sunday closure.

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