Veterans Day, Denny’s, Golden Corral, Lucille’s Smokehouse, and Hof’s Hut lead RestaurantNews.com’s Top 20 stories for the week ending November 9, 2025.
1) Veterans Day Free Restaurant Meals and Deals
This Veterans Day (November 11th), numerous restaurant chains are showing their deep appreciation for veterans and active military by offering generous discounts and free meals. Check out RestaurantNews.com’s essential, up-to-date guide.
2) Denny’s Corporation to be Acquired by TriArtisan Capital Advisors, Treville Capital Group and Yadav Enterprises in $620 Million Transaction
America’s Diner is getting new ownership – and a big financial boost – as Denny’s Corporation is being acquired for approximately $620 million by a powerhouse group including private equity firms and one of its largest franchisees.
3) Golden Corral Makes the Holidays Easy with Holiday Buffet, Holiday Meals To Go, and Limited-Time Specials
Golden Corral is making holiday dining easy and delicious with the return of its classic Holiday Buffet, featuring hand-carved turkey and ham, new Peel & Eat Shrimp, and convenient Holiday Meals To Go.
4) Lucille’s Smokehouse Bar-B-Que Honors Veterans with Complimentary Meal and $10 Bonus Card on Veterans Day
Lucille’s Smokehouse Bar-B-Que is showing its gratitude to U.S. active-duty military and veterans on Veterans Day (November 11th) with a complimentary meal of authentic Southern comfort food and a $10 Bonus Card.
5) Hof’s Hut Honors Veterans and Active-Duty Military with Free Meal and Bonus Card on Veterans Day
Hof’s Hut, the Southern California comfort food icon, is honoring U.S. active-duty military and veterans on Veterans Day (November 11th) with a complimentary meal and a special $10 Bonus Card.
6) Experienced Graze Craze Owners Reopen Ontario, CA Location, Bringing the Growing Charcuterie Concept Back to the Community
Graze Craze is bringing its gorgeous, high-quality charcuterie boards back to Ontario, CA, with the reopening of its 4th Street shop run by experienced owners who promise to elevate all your celebrations.
7) Cracker Barrel Old Country Store and Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Foundation Unite Together to Support Our Nation’s Heroes This November
On Veterans Day, Cracker Barrel is proudly honoring military heroes by offering all veterans and active-duty personnel a complimentary Sunrise Pancake Special, a scratch-made breakfast favorite.
8) Paris Baguette Expands With Over 225 New Cafés Awarded, Almost 60 New Openings at Q3 Close
Paris Baguette, the fast-growing global bakery, is ending the year strong after awarding over 225 new cafes and opening nearly 70 locations, all while maintaining its incredible streak of positive sales growth.
9) The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill Opens a New Restaurant in Summerville
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill just expanded its South Carolina footprint by opening a third location in Summerville, bringing its deliciously fresh gyros, souvlaki, and authentic family recipes to Dorchester County.
10) Subway’s New Festive Feast Collection Brings Stuffing, Cranberry Sauce and Thanksgiving Comfort to Restaurants Nationwide
Subway is kicking off the holiday season early with the Festive Feast Collection, serving up Thanksgiving comfort in three new subs featuring savory stuffing and sweet cranberry sauce.
11) Off The Hook Set to Make Lafayette Debut This December
Off The Hook Restaurants is landing in Lafayette this December, bringing its popular quick-casual Cajun seafood concept – featuring exclusively Gulf-sourced fish and authentic, family-friendly recipes – to 101 Liberty Ave.
12) TGI Fridays Embraces the Holidays with TGI Elf Days
TGI Fridays is embracing the holiday season with the immersive, nationwide TGI Elf Days takeover, featuring festive food, holiday movie nights, elf-themed zones, and limited-edition seasonal cocktails.
13) Del Taco Introduces New “Micro Meal” – Small Size, Big Flavor, Just $2.99
Del Taco just solved your small-craving dilemma with the Micro Meal, a limited-time deal featuring a Micro Beef & Cheddar Burrito, Crinkle-Cut Fries, and a Donut Bite, all for just $2.99.
14) VIVA CHICKEN To Honor Veterans and Active-Duty Military With a Free Meal on Veterans Day
This Veterans Day, treat a hero: Viva Chicken is offering a free Peruvian rotisserie chicken meal to all veterans and active-duty military with a guest purchase!
15) California Fish Grill Introduces Globally Inspired Protein Bowls
California Fish Grill just rolled out Sustainable Protein Bowls – packed with up to 56g of protein and globally-inspired flavors like Wasabi Salmon and Dynamite Shrimp!
16) Panera Brings the Cozy This Holiday Season With New Sips, Sweet Treats and a $1 Soup Deal
Panera is getting cozy for the holidays with a tempting new menu featuring the debut of a Frozen Signature Hot Chocolate, the adorable new Crème Brûlée Bite, and a limited-time $1 cup of soup deal.
17) Mountain Mike’s Pizza Scales New Heights With Vancouver Debut, Expanding Into Greater Portland Market
Mountain Mike’s Pizza, known for its legendary curly pepperonis and massive Mountain-sized pizzas, has finally opened in Vancouver, Washington, officially bringing its famous family-style experience to the greater Portland market.
18) Konala Announces Partnership with National Developer to Fund and Build Locations for Franchisees
Konala, the healthy drive-thru concept, is fueling its national growth by partnering with Omni Capital Development to fund and build new locations, making it easier for franchisees to open faster.
19) The Sweetest Season: BIGGBY COFFEE Rings in the Holidays With Cookie-Themed Drinks and the Return of Peppermint Favorites
Get ready for the sugar rush: BIGGBY COFFEE just dropped its festive holiday menu featuring the new Frosted Sugar Cookie Latte, the returning Peppermint Stick Mocha, and fun seasonal promotions!
20) Angry Chickz Lights Up Victorville with Its Signature Spice
Victorville’s food scene is heating up because the California-born Angry Chickz is opening its 33rd location, promising flavor-packed hot chicken and that famous Angry Mac Bowl by the end of the year.