Chevy’s Fresh Mex gives military, police and firefighters in uniform 50% off their meal – no spouses or friends included.

Fuddruckers, a restaurant chain that specializes in free range beef hamburgers, offers a 10% discount at many locations throughout the country.  We found a 15% discount at The Orleans in Las Vegas.  Beat that!

Hard Rock Cafe in Washington D.C. and Harley-Davidson, Washington D. C. offer a 15% discount to those with valid military ID in their Military Appreciation Nights on the 2^nd Wednesday of each month.  The party begins at 7 p.m. when the facility encourages past and present troops to eat, drink and slap each other on the back.  The discount includes all food and (non-alcoholic) beverages, as well as retail purchases.

GM offers military discounts on most cars as well as an additional $750 off the purchase of an eligible, new 2011 to USAA members.  Offer expires December 31, 2011.  You must go to the website, request your Go Code and take it with proof of USAA membership to a GM Dealership.   Dealerships do not have to participate, so  let the sales person know before you get too far down the purchasing road. 2012 vehicle discounts are not yet out, so stay tuned.

Fixing your kitchen or dining room for the holidays or need a new BBQ?  Lowes offers a 10% discount on all purchases to active duty service members, retired veterans and VA recipients, as well as to their immediate family members. You must be able to show a valid military ID or VIC card.   In addition, Lowe’s offers all veterans with a valid Form DD214 or other proof of service, a 10% discount on Memorial Day, 4^th of July and Veterans Day purchases.

Always check ahead to confirm that the discount is still valid and honored by the location you plan to grace with your presence.  Most discounts are offered at the discretion of management and may vary by location.