Veteran's Day Dining Deals

These Houston restaurants are honoring heroes with Veteran's Day deals

Veterans will receive a pork chop at Perry's on Veteran's Day.

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Veteran’s Day (Wednesday, November 11) reminds Americans to celebrate people who have served in the military. Several Houston restaurants will celebrate the occasion with special dining deals.

Proof of veteran status, such as a military ID or veteran designation on a driver’s license, is typically required to claim the offers. While this list includes many tempting possibilities, here’s one suggestion for a veteran looking for maximum dining enjoyment for the least possible cost: lunch at Feges BBQ followed by a Blizzard at Dairy Queen with a Perry’s pork chop for dinner. That’s a fine day of eating (please tip generously).

Berg Hospitality
The group’s restaurants — B.B. Italia, B.B. Lemon, B&B Butchers, and The Annie Café — will take 20 percent off a veteran’s meal for either dine-in or to-go. In addition, the butcher shop at B&B Butchers will offer veterans a free sandwich, chips, and non-alcoholic drink.

Bombshells
The military-themed sports bar and restaurant with eight Houston-area locations will offer veterans a free meal and family members will receive a 20-percent discount on their meals

Bowl & Barrel/The General Public
CityCentre’s fancy bowling concept and its companion comfort food restaurant will give veterans a free burger.

Dairy Queen
Veterans and active duty military personnel can receive a free medium Blizzard.

Feges BBQ
Thanks to a generous donor, the veteran-owned barbecue joint will offer all veterans a free meal on Veteran’s Day. Offer is only available in person (can’t be ordered online).

Grimaldi’s Pizzeria
The restaurant extends a 15-percent discount to veterans every day; for Veteran's Day it jumps up to 25-percent.

Peli Peli South African Kitchen
Both the Galleria and Woodlands locations offer a 15-percent discount to veterans and first responders every day. On Veteran’s Day, the restaurant will also offer veterans a free dessert.

Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille
The popular steakhouse will provide veterans and active military with its signature “seven-finger high” pork chop for free when accompanied by a companion who purchases a dinner entree. Reservations recommended.

The Rustic
Both locations of the restaurant and live music venue will offer veterans a free burger.

Tarka Indian Kitchen
Military service members, including both active duty personnel and veterans, receive a free entree on Veteran’s Day.

Torchy’s Tacos
Veterans will receive a complimentary taco and non-alcoholic beverage from the Veteran’s Day menu. Choices include chicken fajitas, beef fajitas, Trailer Park (trashy or regular), and fried avocado.

Upper Kirby Bistro
Veterans may head to this restaurant from 12-3 pm for a free "Yardbird" chicken sandwich from chef Keenan Williams.

Whiskey Cake
All four Houston-area locations of the comfort food restaurant are offering veterans a free whiskey cake on Wednesday.

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Drop it like it's hot

Houston farmers market adds new indoor pickleball court with food and cocktails

Photo by Abante Photography

Drop Shots HTX celebrates its grand opening this Saturday, June 21.

Pickleball isn’t going anywhere — the racquet sport continues to score with Houstonians. The newest player on the city’s crowded court, Drop Shots HTX, stands out for one big reason: it’s entirely indoors.

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Drop Shots HTX celebrates its grand opening this Saturday, June 21.

Opening June 21, Drop Shots HTX is the brainchild of hospitality veterans Roveen Abante (Conservatory Galleria, Duchess), Chase Lovullo (Conservatory Galleria), and Shawn Outlaw.

“We didn’t just want to open a bar,” co-founder Roveen Abante said in a statement. “We built a space where people connect, whether they’re playing or not. There’s something for everyone here.”

Drop Shots HTX is marking its grand opening on June 21 from 12-11 pm, offering all-day open play for $5 along with $5 food and drink specials. Live DJs and giveaways will add to the experience.

Patrons can soak up the A/C while slapping balls across one of the six professional-grade indoor courts. Off the court, guests can engage in friendly competitions of skee-ball, ping pong, arcade basketball, and cornhole in the second-floor lounge. Nine screens make up one wall in the mezzanine, ideal for catching the latest game, or can be expanded into one 195-inch television.

Clutch City Kitchen will keep the players' appetite at bay with pizzas, sandwiches, and acai bowls. For hydration, an indoor/outdoor full bar will have 10 signature pickleball-themed cocktails, mocktails, and fresh juices crafted from local fruits and veggies.

“Some venues lean into serious competition, we lean into fun,” added co-founder Shawn Outlaw. “We’re the only indoor pickleball facility inside the Loop with a full bar, kitchen, lounge, and patio. But more than that, we’re the only one that feels like your new favorite neighborhood hangout, even if you never touch a paddle.”

Events like Glow-in-the-Dark Fridays, Tacos and Tequila Saturdays, and Pancakes and Pickball mornings add a twist to the typical pickleball match. Bring the kids—the venue is family-friendly until 10pm.

“We created Drop Shots HTX because we fell in love with a game that brings generations together,” Outlaw said. “From our 10-year-olds to our 65-year-old parents, pickleball is for everyone. And so is this space.”

Drop Shots HTX is located at 2520 Airline Drive, Building A, Suite 100. It’s open Monday through Thursday from 12-11pm, Friday from 12 pm-12 am, and Saturday and Sunday from 11 am-11 pm.

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