What Stores Offer the Best Military Discounts?

As a small thank you to the men and women who serve or have served in the U.S. Military, many stores offer discounts. In fact, we found more than 200 stores, restaurants and services offering discounts to active, reserve, and retired members of the U.S. Military and their immediate family members. Veterans of Iraq or Afghanistan should check out IAVA. Members there are offered vouchers to many retail stores.

Not every store or company advertises their military discounts, so you should always ask. And some discounts vary by store or region. Some will require military ID, while others offer discounts for being in uniform. Shoe Carnival: 10% off with military ID.

Restaurant Discounts

  • 99 Restaurants: 10% discount with Military ID for retired and active military.

  • Acapulco: 20% off for military personnel in uniform or with valid ID.

  • A&W: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Arby’s: Discount varies per location, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Back Yard Burgers: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Boston Market: 20% off with military ID.

  • Captain D’s: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Carl’s Jr: – Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Chevy’s Fresh Mex: 20% off, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Cinnabon: 15% off at participating locations with a valid military ID.

  • Ci-Ci’s Pizza: Discount varies depending on location, must present military ID.

  • Chick-fil-A: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Chipotle: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Cold Stone Creamery: Discount varies, must present military ID.

  • Cracker Barrel: 20-30% off, at manager’s discretion.

  • Dairy Queen: 10% off, location dependent.

  • Denny’s: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Dunkin’ Donuts: 10% off at select locations when you present your military ID.

  • Famous Dave’s: 10% off, location dependent.

  • Friendly’s: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Golden Corral: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Hard Rock Cafe: 15% off. Varies for each location.

  • Hickory Farms: Free shipping to APO & FPO addresses.

  • KFC: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Long John Silver’s: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Longhorn Steakhouse: 10% military discount (this may not be honored at all locations).

  • Margaritaville: 10% off with valid military ID.

  • Mrs. Fields Cookies: 10% off with military ID.

  • Panchero’s Mexican Grill: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Pancho’s Mexican Buffet: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Panda Express: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Papa Murphy’s: Participating locations will take 50% off one pizza.

  • Pizza Hut: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Popeyes: 10% off with a valid military ID.

  • Quiznos: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Raising Cane’s Chicken: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Red Robin: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory: 10% military discount.

  • Sam’s Club: Get a $10 gift card when you become a member (active duty and retired only).

  • Schlotzky’s Deli: 10-30% off (depending on location) with military ID.

  • Sizzler: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Sonic: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Subway: 10% off (depending on location).

  • Taco Bell: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • The Melting Pot: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Texas Roadhouse: 10% military discount.

  • Wendy’s: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

Clothing Discounts

Shoe Discounts

Travel and Hotel Discounts

  • American Airlines: Discount varies, requires military ID. See our current AA coupons and deals.

  • Amtrak: Active duty U.S. military personnel, their spouses and their dependents, are eligible to receive a 10% discount off most Amtrak rail fares.

  • Avis: Up to 25% off with a Veterans Advantage card.

  • Auto Europe: 5% off for both active duty and veteran service members and their families.

  • Best Inns and Suites: Varies, must present military ID with check-in.

  • Best Western: Rates within allowable per diem, must present military ID with check in.

  • Budget: Up to 25% off with a Veterans Advantage card.

  • Budget Truck Rental: 20% discount, use promo code USMIO when booking.

  • Choice Hotels: Rates at or below per diem depending on location. Discounts may vary and depend on availability. Must present military ID.

  • Clarion Inn: Rates within allowable per diem while on travel orders. Must present valid military ID with check-in.

  • Comfort Inn: Rates within allowable per diem while on travel orders. Must Present valid military ID with check-in.

  • Days Inn: Rates within allowable per diem. Must present valid military ID with check-in.

  • Disney Resorts: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Disneyland: Military discounts are available only for tickets purchased at installation MWRs. Prices vary per date and length of visit

  • Great Wolf Lodge: Up to 33% off, but the discount varies. For online bookings the discount code is HEROES.

  • Greyhound Bus: 10% off with Veterans Advantage membership.

  • Hilton Hotels: State and federal employees and U.S. military service members are eligible for discounted bookings at Hilton hotel and resort properties. Discount amount may vary by property.

  • JetBlue: 5% off and baggage fee waiver with Veterans Advantage membership.

  • Lufthansa Airlines: Up to 5% with Veterans Advantage membership.

  • Marriott Hotels: It’s the Per Diem amount the government picks up, whatever that amount is. Just call and place the reservation over the phone and ask for that discount.

  • Marriott Vacation Club: U.S. active, retired, and reserve members of the military, National Guard, and first responders including police, firefighters and emergency medical personnel can enjoy a 15% discount on rooms at more than 50 domestic Marriott Vacation Club resorts. Use code XYD at checkout. (Must present valid military or first responder ID at check-in.)

  • Nickelodeon Hotels: Reduced rates and perks, online and in store. Call 877-NICK-111 and ask for the Military Family Package.

  • Ramada: Up to 20% discount with Veterans Advantage.

  • Southwest Airlines: A variable dollar amount, not a percentage. Not available on all flights, you’ll have to call Southwest and ask about a military discount.

  • Travelodge: 20% discount with VetRewards.

  • United Airlines: Up to 5% off with VetRewards membership.

  • Wyndham Hotels: Discounts vary by 140 locations. Also depends on availability. Must present military I.D. upon check-in.

Attractions Discounts

  • Anheuser – Busch Amusement Parks: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Azamara Cruises: Discounts vary, call 800-338-4962 for more details.

  • Busch Gardens: Verify status through ID.me and then you will have access to discounted tickets.

  • Carnival Cruises: Discounts and/or on-board credit with cruise, but must be booked over the phone and not online, as proof must be faxed in.

  • MLB Hall of Fame: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • My Cruise Club: 9% off on all cruises.

  • Professional Sports Teams: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Ripley’s Attractions and Museums: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Schlitterbahn Waterparks & Resorts: Active military can purchase Schlitterbahn tickets for up to 50% off the general admission price at participating military installations. Tickets must be purchased in advance.

  • Sea World: One day complimentary admission for members of the military and three direct dependents.

  • Shedd Aquarium in Chicago: Free general admission with military ID. On the Shedd Aquarium page that is linked here, scroll down to “Other Discounts” to find out more information.

  • Six Flags Magic Mountain: 40% discount with VetRewards through Veterans Advantage.

  • Walt Disney World Resort: Walt Disney World Resort offers U.S. military personnel 4-Day Military Promotional Tickets for just $241 each and up to 40% off select Disney Resorts Hotels

  • Wildlife Conservation Society’s Bronx Zoo: Free admission ticket for active duty or reserve members of the military. Also allows 50% discount in admission for up to three family members.

  • Wildlife Conservation Society’s New York Aquarium: Enrolled military get in for free, and up to three family members get 50% off.

  • World of Coca-Cola: Complimentary admission and a 10% discount on professional photo imaging packages.

Computer and Electronics Discounts

Automotive Discounts

  • Advance Auto Parts: 10% off with military ID.

  • Avis: 25% off with a Veterans Advantage account.

  • Dollar Car Rental: 5% off retail rates, free upgrade and other perks.

  • Firestone Auto Center: 10% off.

  • Ford: X-Plan pricing on a new Ford for VetRewards members.

  • Geico: 2-15% in select states. 

  • GM: Varies, always below MSRP. 

  • Hertz: Allowable per diem rates. Show valid military ID.

  • Jeep: $500 for active military, reserves and retired reserves or active after 20 years of service. Requires military ID.

  • Jiffy Lube: 15% off with valid Military ID.

  • Meineke: 10% off parts. In-store only. Simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Midas: 10% off.

  • NAPA Auto Parts: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • National: No fee for additional drivers, and special off duty rates per location. Service members receive full loss damage waivers.

  • O’Reilly Auto Parts: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Penske Truck Rental: 10% off when you book online, and another 10% off with a valid military ID.

  • Pep Boys: 10% off with valid military ID.

  • Suzuki: $500 off for you and immediate family. Requires military ID.

  • Toyota: $500 off + $500 for first time buyers. Requires military ID.

Beauty Discounts

  • Mary Kay Cosmetics: Military personnel and dependents receive 10% on online orders. Reference your service affiliation and status, and ask for an additional free gift and bigger discounts by contacting the website. Note: Mary Kay Cosmetics are sold by independent consultants who can choose to honor discounts or not and can also choose whether or not to offer free gifts with purchase. Most consultants do honor these requests, but are not required to.

  • Pure Beauty: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Sally Beauty Supply: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

Sporting Goods Discounts

  • Champs Sports: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Play It Again Sports: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

Health and Wellness Discounts

  • AvaCare Medical: All active, reserve, retired or disabled U.S. veterans and immediate family members (including parents, siblings, and children) with a valid military ID are eligible for a 5% discount on any order placed on AvaCare Medical. No application necessary; simply fill out your U.S. military ID number at checkout to receive 5% off your entire order.

  • CVS: 20% off sitewide at CVS.com for VetRewards members.

  • GNC: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

Education Discounts

  • Ashford University: Discounted tuition at $250 a credit, books are covered for all required courses, waived application fee, waived technology fee and more! Benefits apply to all Active Duty, National Guard, Reservists and spouses, dependents eligible for survivor benefits, plus civilian DOD employees & separated vets/retirees still using their GI Bill.

  • Brain Sensei: 10% discount with possibility of full scholarship.

  • Discovery Channel Store: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Rosetta Stone: 10% off.

Jewelry Discounts

  • Facets Collection: 10% off jewelry and 5% off all engagement rings and loose diamonds.

  • Szul: Discount varies, follow link for details.

Movie Discounts

  • Cinemark: Discount on tickets when you show a valid military ID.

  • IMAX: $1 off movie tickets with Military ID.

  • AMC Theaters: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

  • Marcus Theaters: Active and retired military can see a movie any time for just $7.50.

  • Regal Movie Theaters: Matinee prices for all showtimes. Requires Military ID.

Eyewear Discounts

  • Boston Bill Sunglasses: $5 off per pair.

  • AFE Eyewear: Discount varies, get the discount online. (This site offers military discounts for a wide range of eyeglass companies.)

  • GlassesUSA: Active duty military can use our exclusive promo code “bradmil55” to take 55% off full-priced frames with basic RX. Some exclusions apply.

  • MilitaryOptical.com: Up to 30% off contact lenses and free shipping on orders over $50.

Home and Garden Discounts

  • Bellhop: 5% off moving services with code “Vet5”

  • CubeSmart: Additional 10% off with valid Military ID.

  • Leslie Pool Supplies: 10% off with military ID.

  • Lowe’s: 10% off year-round to active duty, active reserve, retired military, and immediate family. Just bring in a valid military ID. The military discount, however, cannot be combined with other coupons they may be offering.

  • Michaels: 15% off in stores with valid ID.

  • Tuft & Needle: 15% off their website for Military, First Responders, and Medical Professionals (+ free shipping + free returns).

Miscellaneous Discounts

  • 1-800-Flowers: Up to 30% off for VetRewards members.

  • 7-Eleven: Extra 1,000 points for free items for VetRewards members.

  • ASMBA: Armed Services Mutual Benefit Association – Membership in the non-profit association is free, and, when you join, you’ll get $3,000 of free AD&D coverage.

  • Build a Sign: Free banner and cards to support the troops.

  • CoinsAndPins.com: 10% military discount on custom-made products as long as the custom items are more than 60% military-related

  • Holt’s Cigar Company: 10% discount for military as well as all active and non-active First Responders.

  • IAVA: IAVA, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, is a veterans organization that looks to help take care of the newest generation of American veterans. They also are working with companies, such as JCPenney, to provide up to $200 in vouchers to certain retail stores.

  • Silent Professionals: Free access to their Veteran’s Job Board, helping veterans find work using the skills gained through military service. Visit their job board and indicate veteran status during registration.

  • SMARTBOX Portable Storage & Moving: Active duty military members can take $20 off their order with promo code MILOFF20.

  • TurboTax: Active duty military are eligible to file federal tax returns for free through the Intuit Tax Freedom Project.

  • Walgreens: 10% with military ID every Tuesday.