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Applebee's® Invites Veterans and Active Duty Military to Enjoy a Complimentary Meal on Veterans Day for the 10th Consecutive Year


GLENDALE, Calif., Nov. 1, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- For the tenth 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 1,800 Applebee's restaurants in the United States on Veterans Day, Saturday, November 11, 2017. Applebee's is one of the first casual dining brands to honor America's heroes with a free meal on Veterans Day and has donated more than 8.3 million free meals to veterans and active-duty military since beginning the program in 2008. Applebee's restaurants nationwide expect to serve nearly one million more free meals this Veterans Day.

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"Veterans Day is deeply rooted in our Applebee's DNA and our commitment to giving back to the neighborhoods we serve. Our franchisees and their restaurants truly go above and beyond the annual free meal, opening their doors and their hearts to the communities in which they operate. Each day the team members in Applebee's restaurants ensure that our heroes feel welcomed, honored and a part of the neighborhood when they visit us," said John Cywinski, president of Applebee's. "We are thankful for the sacrifices our veterans and active duty military personnel have made to protect our country, and it is with pleasure that Applebee's restaurants serve them on Veterans Day and every day."

Applebee's special Veterans Day menu includes seven of its signature dishes, including:

This event is only one of the many ways that franchisees around the country honor and support our American heroes. Other initiatives supported by local franchisees include participating in veteran employment recruiting programs, sending much-needed items to active military service members in Iraq and Afghanistan, delighting hometown heroes with surprise parties and Applebee's gift cards, and partnering with organizations to repair or build homes for veterans in need.

Complimentary meals from the Veterans Day menu will be available for dine-in only at the nearly 1,800 Applebee's locations nationwide. In order to receive a free meal on Saturday, November 11, 2017, 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.

For more information, please visit www.applebees.com/veterans-day-free-meals. Hours vary by location, and guests are encouraged to call their local Applebee's restaurant in advance to inquire about specific location hours.

Offer valid on Saturday, November 11, 2017 at participating Applebee's restaurants. Item selection and participation may vary. Dine-in or carry out only from limited selections. Not valid with other coupons or discounts. Beverages and gratuity not included. Veterans and active-duty military simply show proof of military services. Limit one (1) meal per veteran or active-duty military. Hours vary by location, so guests should call their local Applebee's restaurant in advance to inquire about specific location hours.

About Applebee's®
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar offers a lively casual dining experience combining simple, craveable American fare, classic drinks and local drafts. All Applebee's restaurants are owned and operated by entrepreneurs dedicated to serving their communities and offering quality food and drinks with genuine, neighborly service. Applebee's is one of the world's largest casual dining brands; as of June 30, 2017, there are nearly 2,000 Applebee's franchise restaurants in the United States, Puerto Rico, Guam and 14 other countries. Applebee's is franchised by subsidiaries of DineEquity, Inc. [NYSE: DIN], which is one of the world's largest full-service restaurant companies.

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Darrell Kilburn, a World War II Veteran, smiles with his grandson, Chad, a manager at the Applebee's Fairport, New York location. On Saturday, November 11, Applebee's will honor veterans and active duty military members with a complimentary meal at any of the nearly 1,800 locations nationwide.

 

World War II Army Veteran, Ralph McIntyre, stands below an American flag at an Applebee's in his hometown of Roseville, Michigan. On Saturday, November 11, Applebee's will honor veterans and active duty military members with a complimentary meal at any of the nearly 1,800 locations nationwide.

 

Korean and Vietnam War Veteran, Sandy Graves, shares a photo from his time serving in the Airforce while dining at Applebee's in Celebration, Florida. On Saturday, November 11, Applebee's will honor veterans and active duty military members with a complimentary meal at any of the nearly 1,800 locations nationwide.

 

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