As wildfires continue to impact communities in Southern California, numerous restaurants are stepping up to provide support to first responders and those affected by the blazes. Several establishments, both local favorites and national chains, are offering free meals and other assistance. It's always recommended to verify with the specific restaurant location, as offers can differ.

Restaurants Providing Support

Here's a roundup of some of the restaurants offering aid:

Blaze Pizza

Multiple Blaze Pizza locations in Southern California are providing first responders with a complimentary 11-inch pizza (one topping or simple) as a gesture of gratitude for their tireless efforts.

Fat Sal's Deli

This California-based sandwich shop is offering free meals to first responders at various locations across the region.

In-N-Out Burger

In-N-Out Burger is showing its support by providing free meals to firefighters at select Southern California locations. They have also deployed their cookout trucks to areas near the fires to provide on-site meals.

KFC

Participating KFC restaurants in the affected area are giving free KFC bowls to first responders, including law enforcement, EMS, firefighters, and military personnel involved in relief work. Be sure to check their website for participating locations.

Norm's

This Southern California diner chain is offering a free entrée to firefighters and police officers at most of its locations (excluding Las Vegas). Additionally, Norm's is donating a portion of the proceeds from a specific breakfast item to the LAFD Foundation Emergency Fund.

Shake Shack

Shake Shack locations in Los Angeles County are offering a free ShackBurger to first responders as a token of appreciation.

Sizzler

Several Sizzler locations in Southern California are providing complimentary meals to both firefighters and individuals displaced by the fires. Affected individuals can choose from several meal options.