Chuck-A-Rama is offering veterans a 10% discount on regular buffet meals at all its Utah and Idaho locations this Veterans Day, Nov. 11, 2026. The restaurant chain's initiative coincides with a broad range of statewide and national honors, including free meals and various retail discounts intended to recognize the service and sacrifice of military members and their families.
Buffet Traditions and Locations
The Chuck-A-Rama buffet discount is available at all participating locations across Utah and Idaho. The restaurant chain has been serving homemade comfort food, such as slow-roasted meats, scratch-made soups, and salads, for more than five decades. According to the company, the buffet experience includes a variety of food options for one price, with drinks included.
Regional Presence and History
Chuck-A-Rama operates several locations throughout the state, including branches in St. George, Murray, Orem, Provo, Bountiful, Logan, Lehi, and Draper. The St. George location has operated at 127 N. Red Cliffs Drive since moving from its original 350 East St. George Blvd. location prior to December 2003. The Murray location is situated at the Fashion Place Mall and offers breakfast, lunch, or dinner with a variety of menu items for different appetites.
A Legacy of Service
The company's history began in Salt Lake City, where the first Chuck-A-Rama restaurant opened on Sept. 26, 1966. Founded by Alva Greene, Don Moss, and Wayne Chamberlain, the venture initially involved the founders performing all tasks, including cooking, cleaning, and accounting. By 1971, Don Moss and Wayne Chamberlain had purchased the business from Alva Greene, and Moss eventually became the sole owner in 1976 after Chamberlain left to serve as a mission president in Calgary, Canada.
Statewide Military Honors
The Veterans Day discount at Chuck-A-Rama is part of a larger landscape of military appreciation offers scheduled for Nov. 11, 2026. According to the Utah Department of Veterans and Military Affairs, various community events and dining offers are available throughout the state. For example, the Utah Valley University MASH program is hosting a free breakfast and panel discussion titled "One Team, Many Perspectives: Finding Belonging Through a Shared Purpose" at the UVU Grand Ballroom in Orem on Nov. 11, 2026.
National and Retail Discounts
In addition to local dining, the National Park Service will provide free park entrance for everyone on Veterans Day. Other food-related discounts include free meals at Applebee's, Chili's, and In-N-Out Burger, while Starbucks is offering a free 12-oz hot or iced brewed coffee to veterans, service members, and spouses. Other national retailers like Kohl's and Walgreens are also providing discounts to military families and veterans on Nov. 11, 2026.
Verification Requirements
While many businesses offer discounts, most require proof of military service, such as a military ID card, a VA-issued Veterans ID card, or a DD214. Some establishments may operate on an honor system, but the Utah Department of Veterans and Military Affairs recommends verifying specific offers with individual organizations before visiting.
Loyalty Program Terms
Chuck-A-Rama's loyalty program allows members to earn one point for every dollar spent, with 200 points redeemable for one free buffet meal. However, the company notes that rewards earned through the program are subject to specific terms and conditions, and they may be modified or suspended at the company's discretion.
