BUFFALO - Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Dunkirk is thanking U.S. veterans and active duty military for their service to our country this Veterans Day. On Wednesday, November 11, current and former servicemen and servicewomen are invited to come to Applebee's for a great meal and heartfelt "thanks" absolutely free. With gratitude for their service and sacrifice, warm wishes and hot food will flow from lunchtime through the dinner hours for dine-in guests.

On Veterans Day only, veterans and those on active duty with proof of United States military service can choose one free entree from the following options: 7-ounce House Sirloin; Three-Cheese Chicken Penne; Fire Pit Bacon Burger; Chicken Tenders Platter or Oriental Chicken Salad.

"On Veterans Day and every day, it's important that we stop and appreciate those who serve or have served our country," said Stephanie Griffin, director of marketing and public relations, T.L. Cannon Companies. "For us at Applebee's, offering free meals to current and former servicemen and women is just one thing we can do to say 'thanks'. We look forward to serving our country's heroes this Veterans Day."

Veterans and active duty military can visit Applebee's in Dunkirk at 3908 Vineyard Drive. All Applebee's locations throughout New York State and Connecticut and across the U.S. are also taking part.

To learn more about how Applebee's restaurants in New York and Connecticut support and give back to local communities, visit www.tlcneighborhood.com.

T.L. Cannon Companies is the franchisee for Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar in Upstate NY and CT. It currently owns and operates 62 restaurant locations.