GLENDALE, Calif., Nov. 3, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- For the ninth
consecutive year, Applebee's Neighborhood Grill &
Bar® will honor veterans and active members of the United States military by offering each a
free meal at any of the nearly 1,900 Applebee's restaurants in
the United States on Veterans Day, Friday,
November 11, 2016.
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Since 2008, Applebee's restaurants across the country have
served almost eight million free meals to veterans and active duty
military personnel on Veterans Day.
This year all current and former military personnel will also
receive a $5 coupon that can be
redeemed between November 12 and November
27, 2016.
"Applebee's was one of the first restaurant chains in the
country to honor our veterans and active service men and women by
welcoming them into our restaurants across the country for a free
meal on Veterans Day," said
Julia Stewart, chairman and CEO of
Applebee's parent company DineEquity, Inc. [NYSE: DIN] and
president of Applebee's. "This is a day our Applebee's family looks
forward to year in and year out. We are proud to be able to serve
and honor the heroes in our neighborhoods who have sacrificed so
much to protect the freedom of our great country."
Applebee's will offer seven of its signature menu items on its
Veterans Day menu:
- Butcher's Meat and Potatoes – The classic steakhouse
cut, savory to the last bite. Served with seasonal vegetables and a
choice of garlic mashed potatoes or baked potato.
- Oriental Chicken Salad – Fresh Asian greens tossed in a
tasty Oriental vinaigrette and topped with crispy noodles, toasted
almonds and golden fried chicken.
- 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.
- 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
tops a rich mix of penne pasta, grilled chicken, bruschetta
tomatoes, fresh basil and creamy Alfredo sauce.
- American Standard All-In Burger® -- The Applebee's
signature burger, with pickles, bacon and onion seared in and
topped with American cheese and grill sauce.
Free meals will be available at all of the nearly 1,900
Applebee's locations nationwide. In order to receive a free meal on
Friday, November 11, 2016, guests
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.
In addition, Applebee's will again invite everyone to join the
Thank You Movement by sending personal messages of gratitude to
current and former Armed Service members at ThankYouMovement.com.
Over the past five years, more than nine million messages have been
sent through the Thank You Movement to those who have defended and
continue to defend the nation. Guests can also visit the site to
find their local Applebee's.
Friday, November 11, 2016, is also
Remembrance Day in Canada. Applebee's restaurants in Canada will be offering free meals to all
Canadian active and retired armed forces personnel on this day.
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
Friday, 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 Neighborhood Grill &
Bar offers a lively bar and grill experience combining hand-crafted
drinks and simple, craveable American fare with flair. All
Applebee's restaurants are owned and operated by entrepreneurs
dedicated to serving their communities and offering the best in
food and drinks with genuine, neighborly service. With 1,900
locations now in all 50 states, Guam, Puerto
Rico and 15 countries, Applebee's is one of the world's
largest casual dining brands. Applebee's is franchised by
subsidiaries of DineEquity, Inc. [NYSE: DIN], which is among the
world's largest full-service restaurant companies.
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