KANSAS CITY, Mo., Nov. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- For the eighth
consecutive year, Applebee's Neighborhood Grill &
Bar® will honor current and former United States military personnel by providing
them with free meals at all of the nearly 2,000 Applebee's
restaurants in the United States
on Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2015.
This Veterans Day, Applebee's
expects to serve approximately 1 million free meals to veterans and
active-duty military personnel. Since 2008, Applebee's has served
approximately 8.5 million free meals to veterans and active-duty
military personnel. In addition, Applebee's supports the Thank You
Movement Web site (www.thankyoumovement.com), which offers everyone
the opportunity to send "Thank You" messages to veterans and
military personnel.
"What started as a simple way of saying 'thanks' has become a
standard for many in the restaurant industry," said Applebee's
President Julia Stewart. "As the
first major restaurant chain to provide free meals to veterans,
we're pleased to have set an example for what has become a
widespread trend across the industry. There are 24 million veterans
and active-duty military personnel, and we're excited to show our
gratitude again this year by serving free meals to the military
heroes in our communities on Veterans
Day."
Applebee's will offer a variety of its signature items on its
Veterans Day menu:
- 7 oz. House Sirloin – Our classic steakhouse cut, savory
to the last bite. Served with seasonal vegetables and your choice
of garlic mashed potatoes or baked potato.
- American Standard All-In Burger® -- Our signature
burger, with pickles, bacon and onion seared in and topped with
American cheese and grill sauce.
- Double Crunch Shrimp – A generous portion of succulent
shrimp, golden fried to crunchy perfection and served with fries,
cole slaw and cocktail sauce.
- Three-Cheese Chicken Penne – A blend of Italian cheeses
top a rich mix of penne pasta, grilled chicken, bruschetta
tomatoes, fresh basil and creamy Alfredo sauce.
- Fiesta Lime Chicken® -- Grilled chicken done fiesta
style, with zesty lime sauce, Mexi-ranch and Jack cheddar, served
with crisp tortilla strips, seasoned rice and freshly made pico de
gallo.
- Chicken Tenders Platter – Tender, juicy, breaded and
downright delicious, served with Honey Dijon mustard, fries and
cole slaw.
- Oriental Chicken Salad – Fresh Asian greens tossed in a
tasty Oriental vinaigrette and topped with crispy noodles, toasted
almonds and golden fried chicken.
In addition to the free meals, Applebee's will enable those
grateful to veterans and military personnel an opportunity to
express their thanks at www.thankyoumovement.com.
Since launching the Thank You Movement in 2011 as a way of
showing appreciation for the more than 24 million current and
former Armed Service members, Applebee's has enabled visitors to
show their appreciation for active and former service members by
writing personal "Thank You" messages in real time via
www.thankyoumovement.com.
The free meals will be available at the nearly 2,000 Applebee's
locations nationwide. In order to receive a free meal on
Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2015, guests just
need to provide proof of military service, which includes: U.S.
Uniform Services Identification Card, U.S. Uniform Services Retired
Identification Card, Current Leave and Earnings Statement, Veterans
Organization Card, photograph in uniform or wearing uniform, DD214,
Citation or Commendation.
Offer is valid for limited menu items only. Menu selection
and participation may vary. Dine-in only. Traditional sides are
included with free entrees; 2 for $20
appetizers, upgraded side items or extras, beverages, desserts and
gratuity are not included. Applebee's will offer free meals for
veterans and active-duty military during normal business hours on
Wednesday, Nov. 11. Hours vary by
location, so guests should call their local Applebee's restaurant
in advance to inquire about specific location hours. Applebee's
encourages guests to call their local Applebee's or visit
www.applebees.com for more information.
About Applebee's
Applebee's Grill & Bar offers a lively bar & grill
experience with an array of flavorful, handcrafted drinks,
appetizers and entrées that constantly evolve. Based in
Kansas City, Missouri, Applebee's
as of September 2015 had more than
2,000 locations in 49 states, 16 countries and Puerto Rico. Applebee's restaurants are
franchised DineEquity, Inc. (NYSE: DIN)
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