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A Texas Roadhouse location was so packed for the Veteran's Day discount, that several veterans stayed without vouchers.
Most businesses offer veterans special discounts all year round to thank them for their service.
When Nov. 11 rolls around, some establishments take it up a notch by giving out special complimentary perks to former and active-duty members. This year, Texas Roadhouse returned again for its annual Veterans Day Celebration of handing out free meal vouchers to service members in person from 11am to 2pm.
From one man’s claim, this freebie was a massive hit at a Pennsylvania location to the point there was allegedly none left.
While sitting in his car, TikTok creator Xavier Keihl (@themixedprince) captures people exiting their cars at a Texas Roadhouse, presumably to snag this offer.
“Oh, they about to find out the Texas Roadhouse in Hanover is out of the Veterans Day vouchers,” he says, panning over the steakhouse building and back to the people. “It’s only 11:23.”
‘Took Me 10 minutes To Get in Through The Parking Lot’
Keihl’s video garnered over 25,000 views. Many people were stunned, scolding how fast the location allegedly ran out.
“Man they messed it up so bad lol,” one viewer commented.
“Y’all couldn’t even fully take care of the veterans. How the h— you run out of vouchers?” another remarked.
“They ran out??? Man, this is why ya’ll lost your Chili’s,” a third criticized.
But one particular veteran was livid. “Yep, the screwed HUNDREDS of veterans that came for them and then were told differently. They lost this [veteran’s] business!!”
However, a fourth claimed they scored one even after the hours of the promo. “They were still giving them out when we went last night. We literally walked in, asked and got one lol,” they said.
A fifth experienced how packed it was at their location. “Took me 10 minutes to get in through the parking lot at my [Texas Roadhouse],” they claimed.
What Did Texas Roadhouse Say?
A Texas Roadhouse spokesperson shared the following statement with BroBible:
“The guest’s account is accurate. Based on feedback from the previous year, this location adjusted its approach by distributing vouchers from 8–11 a.m. and offering a complimentary dine-in lunch for veterans beginning at 11 a.m. When guests expressed concerns, the restaurant resumed distributing vouchers.”
What Does Texas Roadhouse’s Meal Voucher Offer?
According to Veteran.com, service members can choose from 10 different entrees, such as the six-ounce sirloin steak, two sides, and a non-alcoholic beverage of choice, such as Coca-Cola products, sweet tea, or coffee. In order to receive one, the outlet explains customers had to present some type of acceptable proof of service, whether it be a military or veteran ID or discharge papers.
BroBible reached out to Keihl via TikTok comment and direct message.