America’s leading buffet continues its tradition of honoring military members and veterans with free meals and fundraising for Disabled American Veterans
Raleigh, NC (RestaurantNews.com) Golden Corral invites all active-duty military, retirees, reservists, guardsmen and veterans to enjoy a complimentary dinner buffet and beverage at their nearest location on Monday, Nov. 11 — Veterans Day — from 4 p.m. until close for its 23rd annual Military Appreciation Night.
In addition to serving free meals to those who have bravely served, Golden Corral is continuing its partnership with Disabled American Veterans. Local DAV chapters will be stationed at restaurants beginning Monday, Oct. 28, where guests can contribute through direct donations or by rounding up their checks at the register. All proceeds will go toward providing essential services to disabled veterans and their families.
“We have been honored to stand alongside DAV for more than 20 years, ensuring that our nation’s heroes receive the appreciation and support they truly deserve,” said Lance Trenary, CEO of Golden Corral. “As we celebrate our 23rd Military Appreciation Night, we remain steadfast in our mission to give back to those who have so selflessly served our country.”
In 2023, Golden Corral served nearly 190,000 complimentary “Thank You” meals and raised more than $1 million for local DAV chapters on Military Appreciation Night. Since the inception of Military Appreciation Night in 2001, Golden Corral has raised over $19.5 million and provided nearly 6.5 million free meals.
In addition to its annual appreciation night, Golden Corral continues its strong support of military families through Camp Corral — a nonprofit that provides summer camp experiences for children of wounded, ill, and fallen military heroes at no cost to the families. Since 2011, Golden Corral and DAV have helped raise over $16 million for Camp Corral, giving thousands of children the chance to experience this life-changing opportunity.
“Golden Corral’s partnership with DAV has been an integral part of our brand’s mission to serve those who have served us,” said Trenary. “Our veteran guests are not only able to enjoy a free, delicious meal but also support a cause that profoundly influences the lives of veterans and their families. It’s a privilege to see the impact they make every year.”
The Military Appreciation Night offer is valid at all Golden Corral locations for dine-in only and does not extend to spouses, friends, or other family members. Military identification is not required to receive the complimentary meal.
Golden Corral’s legendary, endless buffet features an abundant variety of quality, scratch-made dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can choose from over 150 items, including USDA grilled-to-order steaks, pork, seafood, and shrimp, alongside traditional favorites like pot roast, fried chicken, meatloaf, mac and cheese, fresh salads, and more. In addition to its long-time favorites, Golden Corral regularly introduces new recipes, making it a restaurant destination with something for everyone.
About Golden Corral
Founded in 1973 and based in Raleigh, N.C., Golden Corral is the nation’s largest grill-buffet restaurant chain. Golden Corral strives to make pleasurable dining affordable for all families. While its commitment begins each day with preparing delicious food, Golden Corral also believes in providing outstanding hospitality and giving back. Service to others is a hallmark of the Golden Corral brand. In 2023, Golden Corral was recognized as one of the nation’s top 50 “Most Loved Brands” by Yelp. They were also recognized for valuing their customers and providing excellent customer service by Newsweek, “America’s Best Customer Service 2024.” Golden Corral restaurants nationwide have long been strong supporters of the U.S. Military and DAV (Disabled American Veterans). Golden Corral is also the founding partner of Camp Corral, a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, nonprofit corporation, which provides free, one-of-a-kind summer camp experiences for children of wounded, ill, and fallen service members. For more information, visit GoldenCorral.com and follow Golden Corral on Facebook, Instagram,and X, formerly known as Twitter.
About DAV (Disabled American Veterans)
DAV empowers veterans to lead high-quality lives with respect and dignity. It is dedicated to a single purpose: keeping our promise to America’s veterans. DAV does this by ensuring that veterans and their families can access the full range of benefits available to them, fighting for the interests of America’s injured heroes on Capitol Hill, providing employment resources to veterans and their families, and educating the public about the great sacrifices and needs of veterans transitioning back to civilian life. DAV, a nonprofit organization with more than 1 million members, was founded in 1920 and chartered by the U.S. Congress in 1932. In 2022, DAV honored Golden Corral with the National Adjutant’s Circle award. Learn more at DAV.org.
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