Applebee’s is showing gratitude and appreciation to veterans and active-duty military personnel by offering them a free entrée on Veteran’s Day.

There is a participating Applebee’s s in Katy located at 19625 Restaurant Row off the Katy Freeway. The phone number is 281-579-3580.

All U.S. veterans and active-duty military with proof of current or former military service will eat free at all Applebee's nationwide. Proof of service includes: U.S. Uniform Services Identification Card, U.S. Uniform Services Retired Identification Card, Current Leave and Earnings Statement, Veterans Organization Card, photograph in uniform or wearing uniform.

Applebee's is honored to serve those who serve our country," Applebee's Services President Mike Archer said in a prepared statement. "It's our way of saying thank you to the men and women who keep our 'neighborhoods' safe. They are America's real heroes."

Even if you don't know a veteran or anyone else in active military service, pass this on - someone you know may!

For more information about Veterans Day at Applebee's, visit Applebee’s A complete listing of all Applebee's locations is available at Applebee’s.

Have any of you heard of any other places that are recognizing our veterans and active-duty military on Veteran’s Day? How will you recognize our veterans?