We’d like to take a moment to recognize the men and women of the United States Military who risk their lives in their service to our country.

There is no way we can ever properly thank them for all they have done, as the many sacrifices military members have made throughout history are too innumerable to count.

What Stores Offer the Best Military Discounts?

We found more than 230 stores, restaurants and services doing their part to make life easier for these brave men and women by offering discounts to active, reserve, and retired members of the U.S. Military and their immediate family members. Please help spread the word via Facebook, Twitter and Email to those you know in the military about this resource. If you have additional suggestions please comment below and they’ll be added on an ongoing basis. Veterans of Iraq or Afghanistan, should check out IAVA. Members there are offered vouchers to many retail stores, such as JCPenney.

Two important caveats. First, some stores offer discounts only at the owner’s discretion and other discounts vary by state. Second, many stores that give a military discount don’t advertise it. It is always worth asking a store whether they have one or not and to have your military ID on you.

Jump ahead to find military discounts for:

Restaurant Discounts

  • 99 Restaurants: 10 percent discount with Military ID for retired and active veterans.
  • Acapulco: 20 percent 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 percent 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 percent off, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  • Cinnabon: 15 percent off at participating locations with a valid military ID.
  • Ci-Ci’s Pizza: Discount varies, dependent 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 percent off, at manager’s discretion.
  • Dairy Queen: 10 percent off, location dependent.
  • Denny’s; Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  • Dunkin’ Donuts: 10 percent off at select locations when you present your military ID.
  • Famous Dave’s: 10 percent 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 percent off. Varies for each location.
  • Hickory Farms : Free shipping to APO & FPO addresses.
  • Java Cafe: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  • 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 percent military discount (this may not be honored at all locations).
  • Margaritaville: 10 percent off with valid military ID.
  • Mrs. Fields Cookies: 10 percent 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 percent off one pizza
  • Pizza Hut: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  • Popeyes: 10 percent 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 percent 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 percent 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 percent off, if not in a military town.
  • 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 percent military discount.
  • Wendy’s: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.

Clothing Discounts

Shoe Discounts

  • DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse: 10 percent military discount (may vary by location).
  • Eastbay: 15 percent off online and by phone with a verification.
  • Finish Line: 20 percent military discount off select items at special locations.
  • Foot Action: 20 percent off with military ID.
  • Foot Locker: 20 percent off with military ID.
  • Kid’s Foot Locker: 20 percent off with Military ID.
  • Nike: 10 percent off, in-store. Varies by location.
  • Rack Room Shoes: 10 percent discount on Tuesdays, Memorial Day, Independence Day and Vereran’s Day. In-store with valid military ID.
  • Shoe Carnival: 10 percent off with military ID.

Travel and Hotel Discounts

  • American Airlines: Discount varies, requires military ID. See our current AA coupons and deals.
  • Amtrak: Active duty US military personnel, their spouses and their dependents, are eligible to receive a 10 percent discount off most Amtrak rail fares.
  • Avis: Up to 25% off with a Veterans Advantage card.
  • Auto Europe: 5 percent 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 percent off with a Veterans Advantage card.
  • Budget Truck Rental: 20 percent 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 percent off, but 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.
  • OrlandoEmployeeDiscounts.com: Enroll in VetRewards at Veterans Advantage to access military discounts on Orlando vacation packages and theme park admission.
  • Ramada: Up to 20 percent discount with Veterans Advantage.
  • Southwest Airlines; Varies, it’s a dollar amount, not a percentage. Not available on all flights, you’ll have to call Southwest and simply just ask.
  • Travelodge: 20 percent discount with VetRewards.
  • United Airlines: Up to 5% off with VetRewards membership.
  • Wyndham Hotels: Discounts vary by 140 locations. Also depend on availability. Must present military I.D. upon check in.

Attractions Discounts

Computer and Electronics Discounts

  • Apple Store: The discount varies, you need to sign up here
  • AT&T: 25% off Unlimited&More wireless line, $15 monthly discount on TV and Internet.
  • B&H Photo: Discounts vary product to product.
  • Dell Computers: 10 percent off when you email militarydiscount@dell.com.
  • Hewlett-Packard: Log on to website and click on New User Registration: Enter first and last name, user name, password and email address. Use company code: 2727. Discounts vary. Online only.
  • Lenovo: 7% off virtually all products.
  • Microsoft: 10 percent off select products.
  • Samsung: Up to 30% off with a valid military email address.
  • T-Mobile Business: 15 to 20 percent discount, call 1-888-788-4727 for more information.
  • T-Mobile: The T-Mobile Magenta Military Plans offer discounted rates.
  • Verizon: 15 percent discount on monthly bills and 25% off accessories with VetRewards membership.

Automotive Discounts

  • Advance Auto Parts: 10 percent off with military ID.
  • Avis: 25 percent off with a Veterans Advantage account.
  • Dollar Car Rental: 5 percent off retail rates, free upgrade and other perks.
  • Firestone Auto Center: 10 percent off.
  • Ford: X-Plan pricing on a new Ford for VetRewards members.
  • Geico: 2 to 15 percent in all states except Georgia, Indiana, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, New Jersey, New Mexico, Tennessee and Texas.
  • GM: Varies, always well below MSRP. You can sign in online at https://www.exclusivegmoffer.com/ip-gmpop/initPop.do?program=mpp
  • 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 percent off with valid Military ID.
  • Meineke: 10 percent off parts. In store only. Simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  • Midas: 10 percent 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 percent off when you book online, and another 10 percent off with a valid military ID.
  • Pep Boys: 10 percent 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 percent on online orders. Reference your service affiliation and status, and ask for additional free gift and bigger discounts by contacting 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 percent 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 percent discount with possibility of full scholarship.
  • Discovery Channel Store: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  • Rosetta Stone: 10 percent off.

Jewelry Discounts

  • Facets Collection: 10 percent off jewelry and 5 percent 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 show times. 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.
  • Haber Vision: 50 percent discount on all sunglasses.
  • MilitaryOptical.com: Up to 30 percent off contact lenses and free shipping on orders over $50.
  • Oakley: There is a website you register with that offers Oakleys at a discounted price. It doesn’t say how much that price is though. Check it out at https://secure.usstandardissue.com/

Home and Garden Discounts

  • Bellhop: 5% off moving services with code “Vet5”
  • Brooklyn Bedding: 25% off all sleep products, including mattresses when verified through ID.me.
  • CubeSmart: Additional 10 percent off with valid Military ID.
  • Leslie Pool Supplies: 10 percent off with military ID.
  • Lowe’s: 10 percent 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 percent off in stores with valid ID.
  • Tuft & Needle: 15 percent 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 percent military discount on custom made products as long as the custom items are more than 60 percent military related
  • FromYouFlowers.com: 20 percent discount and free shipping.
  • Holt’s Cigar Company: 10 percent 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.
  • Jackson Hewitt: $25 off at tax preparation stores, or 10% off at JacksonHewitt.com for VetRewards members.
  • Silent Professionals: Free access to ther 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.
  • Spencer’s Gifts: Discount varies, simply ask and have a valid military ID with you.
  • TurboTax: Active duty military are eligible to file federal tax returns for free through the Intuit Tax Freedom Project
  • Walgreens: 10 percent with military ID every Tuesday