Veterans Day · Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Veterans, come hungry.
This Veterans Day, we’re saying thank you to those who have served with a meal on us. Join us on Wednesday, November 11, and enjoy a free Everyday Fresh Meal.
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Every U.S. Veteran, Retired, Active Duty, or Reserve service member gets a free Everyday Fresh Meal from any price tier by showing proof of military service. That’s your choice of entrée, The Garden Bar and a bottomless drink, worth up to $17.99. Valid Wednesday, November 11, 2026, for dine-in only at participating locations.
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The details
| When | Wednesday, November 11, 2026, all day during regular business hours |
|---|---|
| Who | Every U.S. Veteran, Retired, Active Duty, or Reserve service member with proof of military service |
| What | One free Everyday Fresh Meal from any price tier: your choice of entrée, The Garden Bar and a bottomless drink, worth up to $17.99 |
| Where | Participating locations, dine-in only. Not valid for TueGo. Excludes Guam, Hawaii and airport locations. |
| How to redeem | Dine in, show your server proof of military service, and order any Everyday Fresh Meal. Ruby Rewards membership is not required. |
| Proof of service | U.S. Uniformed Services ID Card, U.S. Uniformed Services Retired ID Card, current Leave and Earnings Statement (LES), veterans organization card (such as American Legion or VFW), photograph of yourself in uniform, DD214, or a citation or commendation |
How it works
Find your restaurant
Dine in at any participating Ruby Tuesday, during regular business hours.Bring proof of service
A Uniformed Services ID or Retired ID card, current LES, American Legion or VFW card, DD214, a citation, or a photo of yourself in uniform.Order any meal
Pick any Everyday Fresh Meal. Your server takes care of the rest.Join Ruby Rewards
Not required for the free meal, but it is free to join, and you earn Rubies on every visit after.
Bring the whole table
Family and friends can join you with Everyday Fresh Meals starting at $9.99, every day. Each one comes with The Garden Bar and a bottomless drink. Real food. Real value. Real hard to beat.
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Veterans Day questions
Does Ruby Tuesday have a free meal for veterans on Veterans Day 2026?
Yes. On Wednesday, November 11, 2026, every U.S. Veteran, Retired, Active Duty, or Reserve service member gets a free Everyday Fresh Meal from any price tier by showing proof of military service: your choice of entrée, The Garden Bar and a bottomless drink, worth up to $17.99. Dine-in only at participating locations.
What is included in the free Veterans Day meal?
Your choice of any entrée on the Everyday Fresh Meals menu, from the Single American Smashed Burger to the 6 oz Rib Eye, Half-Rack of Baby-Back Ribs and Shrimp Scampi, plus The Garden Bar and a bottomless drink, worth up to $17.99.
Who is eligible for the free meal?
Every U.S. Veteran, Retired, Active Duty, or Reserve service member who shows proof of military service. One free meal per eligible guest.
What proof of service do I need?
Any one of these: U.S. Uniformed Services ID Card, U.S. Uniformed Services Retired ID Card, current Leave and Earnings Statement (LES), veterans organization card (such as American Legion or VFW), photograph of yourself in uniform, DD214, or a citation or commendation.
Is the Veterans Day free meal available for to-go or delivery?
No. The free meal is dine-in only on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, and is not valid for TueGo orders.
What time is the Veterans Day offer available?
All day on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, during regular business hours at participating locations.
Do I need to be a Ruby Rewards member?
No. The free meal is for every eligible guest, member or not. Joining Ruby Rewards is free, though, and members earn Rubies on every visit.
Can my family and friends eat with me?
Of course. Bring the whole table. Everyday Fresh Meals start at $9.99 and come with The Garden Bar and a bottomless drink.
Do I have to buy anything to get the free Veterans Day meal?
No. No purchase is required. Every U.S. Veteran, Retired, Active Duty, or Reserve service member gets one free Everyday Fresh Meal from any price tier by showing proof of military service.
Can I get the free Veterans Day meal at the bar?
Yes. The free meal is available whether you sit at a table or at the bar, as long as you dine in at a participating Ruby Tuesday location on November 11, 2026.
Is The Garden Bar included with the free Veterans Day meal?
Yes. Every free Everyday Fresh Meal includes The Garden Bar and a bottomless drink with your choice of entrée, worth up to $17.99.
Is the offer at every Ruby Tuesday?
The offer is valid only at participating locations and excludes Guam, Hawaii and airport locations. Use the location finder to check the one near you.
Offer terms. Valid Wednesday, November 11, 2026, for dine-in only. Valid only at participating locations. Excludes Guam, Hawaii, and airport locations. One free Everyday Fresh Meal from any price tier (choice of entrée, The Garden Bar and a bottomless drink, worth up to $17.99) per U.S. Veteran, Retired, Active Duty, or Reserve service member with proof of military service. Not valid for TueGo or delivery, or on any 3rd party delivery marketplaces. Extras, add-ons, or premium sides are additional. While supplies last. Cannot be combined with other offers. Tax and gratuity not included.