{"id":10639,"date":"2024-09-10T16:40:08","date_gmt":"2024-09-10T16:40:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/publicaffairs-sme.com\/ExchangePost\/?p=10639"},"modified":"2024-09-10T16:40:08","modified_gmt":"2024-09-10T16:40:08","slug":"army-air-force-exchange-service-restaurants-and-expresses-are-open-to-all-military-installation-visitors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/publicaffairs-sme.com\/ExchangePost\/2024\/09\/10\/army-air-force-exchange-service-restaurants-and-expresses-are-open-to-all-military-installation-visitors\/","title":{"rendered":"Army & Air Force Exchange Service Restaurants and Expresses are Open to All Military Installation Visitors"},"content":{"rendered":"

DALLAS<\/strong> \u2013 Authorized civilian visitors on Army & Air Force Exchange Service installations worldwide can access the Exchange\u2019s full range of dining options<\/a>, tax-free, while directly supporting military communities.<\/p>\n

Civilians can dine at more than 1,400 restaurants, including national brands, and more than 300 Expresses at nearly 120 Exchanges worldwide.<\/p>\n

Restaurants include more than 150 quick-serve locations such as Hunt Brothers Pizza, Hot Stuff Kitchen and Chopz for on-the-go convenience. Additionally, more than 500 unattended retail units provide better-for-you options including salads, fruits and vegetables, protein bars, popular beverages and more with 24\/7 access.<\/p>\n

\"Dining<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Exchange is always excited to share our dining options with all installation visitors,\u201d said Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Rich Martinez, the Exchange\u2019s senior enlisted advisor. \u201cDining at the Exchange directly supports military communities, as 100% of Exchange earnings are invested in critical Quality-of-Life programs.\u201d<\/p>\n

All Exchange restaurants offer better-for-you options as part of the Exchange\u2019s BE FIT 360<\/a> initiative. Every Wednesday, Exchange restaurants including Charleys Philly Steaks, Subway and Qdoba and offer $2 off entr\u00e9e salads priced at $4 or higher. Visitors can also find BE FIT-approved items at Expresses with \u201cHealthier Choices, Healthier Lifestyle\u201d tags.<\/p>\n

In OCONUS locations, visiting shopper privileges vary and are controlled by overseas commanders in accordance with the host country\u2019s\/U.S. international agreements. For more information, visit the Exchange\u2019s Overseas Customers page here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Since 1895, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service (Exchange) has gone where Soldiers, Airmen, Guardians and their families go to improve the quality of their lives by providing valued goods and services at exclusive military pricing. The Exchange is the 52nd<\/sup>-largest retailer in the United States. 100% of Exchange earnings support military communities. In the last 10 years, your Exchange benefit has provided $3.7 billion in earnings that support the military community, including through contributions to critical military Quality-of-Life programs. The Exchange is a non-appropriated fund entity of the Department of Defense and is directed by a Board of Directors. The Exchange is a 50th Anniversary Vietnam War Commemorative Partner, planning and conducting events and activities that recognize the service, valor and sacrifice of Vietnam Veterans and their families in conjunction with the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration. To find out more about the Exchange history and mission or to view recent press releases please visit our website at http:\/\/www.shopmyexchange.com<\/a> or follow us on X at https:\/\/x.com\/ExchangePAO<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Media Notes:<\/p>\n

For more information or to schedule an interview with an Exchange representative please contact Travis Day, 214-312-3534 or daytra@aafes.com.<\/a><\/p>\n

Follow the Exchange:<\/p>\n

Facebook:\u202f https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/shopmyexchange<\/a><\/p>\n

Twitter:\u202f https:\/\/x.com\/shopmyexchange<\/a><\/p>\n

Instagram: @shopmyexchange<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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