Locally-owned restaurants throughout San Diego County offer discounts on a delicious meals as a small gesture of thanks for those who’ve served our country.
Here we've rounded up the best deals in the county.
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20% Discount at Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza & Grill
Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza & Grill shows its support for active duty and veterans with a year-round 20% discount for anyone who presents a valid military I.D.
Try: The Thai Chicken Pizza with julienned vegetables, cilantro, scallions, peanuts, lime juice, fresh mint, and spicy Thai peanut sauce.
20% Discount at Wood Ranch
For those barbecue-loving service members, Wood Ranch in Mission Valley always offers a 20% discount for those who show a valid military I.D.
Try: Order a plate of tender baby back ribs or try The Ultimate – a monster sandwich layered with Carolina pulled pork, slaw, brisket, Swiss cheese, grilled kielbasa, jalapeño, and shredded onions on a toasted brioche bun.
15% Discount at Woodstock’s Pizza
With locations in Pacific Beach and near SDSU, Woodstock’s Pizza offers a 15% discount every day with a valid military ID.
Try: The Garlic Bird pizza with creamy garlic sauce, grilled chicken, mushrooms, red onions and Roma tomatoes.
15% Discount at The Owl Drug Co. Social Eating House
Housed in a historic building once home to its namesake pharmacy, soda fountain and cafe, The Owl Drug Co. Social Eating House offers military a 15% discount everyday with a valid military ID.
Try: The Short Rib Pizza, featuring slow-cooked short rib atop Gouda cheese, tomatillo sauce, pickled onion, and cilantro.
10% Discount at Barrel Republic
Barrel Republic has locations in Oceanside, Carlsbad and Pacific Beach, and offers a 10% discount with a valid military ID all year round.
Try: The Cheese Crisp Tacos with avocado, shredded lettuce, queso fresco, lime-pickled jalapenos and a jalapeno lime vinaigrette.
10% Discount at Fig Tree Café
Fig Tree Café’s three locations in Pacific Beach, Hillcrest and Liberty Station all show their appreciation for military personnel year-round with a 10% discount for those who show a valid military I.D.
Try: The French Toast Sampler with a trio of Stuffed French Toast, Bananas Foster French Toast and Berry Sweet French Toast.
10% Discount at Jalisco Cantina
Raise a glass at the Oceanside tequila bar and Mexican eatery to military past and present at Jalisco Cantina with a 10% discount with a military ID.
Try: The Coriander Garlic Chile Crusted Ahi Tuna with chipotle potato puree, pepper salad, lemon vinaigrette and lemon aioli.
10% Discount at The Patio
The Patio locations on Lamont and on Goldfinch both offer 10% off for military and first responders every day of the year. Just mention the offer to your server and present your military ID to receive the discount.
Try: Crispy Brussels Sprouts with bacon, maple syrup, and sriracha.
10% Discount at Osetra Seafood & Steaks
Osetra Seafood & Steaks offers a 10% military discount year round and 15% off on Memorial Day weekend.
Try: An 8 ounce prime Filet Mignon with herbed butter with a side of lobster mashed potatoes.
20% Discount at Gravity Heights
Gravity Heights, a brewery and beer garden, offers 20% off every Monday for active military and veterans.
Try: The GH Dirty Fries topped with bbq pulled pork, pickled and spicy peppers, cheese sauce and bbq sauce.
15% Discount at Liberty Public Market
Liberty Public has a diverse fare of offerings from over 30 carefully selected artisan vendors, from Thai cuisine to French pastries, and every Monday, the market offers a 15% discount for uniformed and valid military ID guests.
Try: The Boom Burger, an american cheese stuffed patty topped with spicy mac n' cheese, peppered smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, pickles and Stuffed! sauce.
10% Off Entire Check at The Morning After
The Morning After (TMA) is a breakfast, brunch and bar restaurant now open in San Diego’s historic Gaslamp Quarter offering sweet and savory breakfast dishes starting at 8am daily. Every Monday, TMA offers a 10% off of the entire check for active military and veterans with ID.
Try: The TMA flight, featuring Cinnamon Toast Crunch French toast, a Fruity Pebbles pancake, and an Oreo waffle.
20% Discount at Bali Hai Restaurant
Veteran-owned Bali Hai Restaurant offers all uniformed or active military a 20% off discount on all food purchased during the month of May.
Try: Pan-Seared Salmon with Chinese long bean, macadamia nut romesco and spicy macadamia nut brittle.
20% Discount at Tom Ham's Lighthouse
Tom Ham's Lighthouse offers a 20% off discount on all food purchased during the month of May for active military with valid ID or those dining in uniform.
Try: Paella with saffron rice, fish, shrimp, chicken, chorizo, mussels, clams, peas and peppers.
20% Discount at The Duck Dive
The Duck Dive in Pacific Beach offers 20% off for guests with military ID on Memorial Day.
Try: During brunch, try the Duck Dive Burger, a half-pound all-natural beef patty topped with pimento cheese, tomato relish, caramelized onions and garlic aioli, served on a toasted brioche bun.
15% Discount at Osetra Seafood & Steaks
Osetra Seafood & Steaks offers a 10% military discount year round and 15% off on Memorial Day weekend.
Try: An 8 ounce prime Filet Mignon with herbed butter with a side of lobster mashed potatoes.