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Why do police officers get free coffee at diners?

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recognizing that your cafe/diner, as a unique social meet-up and connection point for a community, should also encourage the frequent interaction by law enforcement officers. The free-coffee policy facilitates that interaction. read more

An officer should not show favoritism toward the merchant who provides the discount. Similarly, the merchant should not expect any special treatment from an officer because he gave him a cup of coffee. It would be outrageous to think a police department could be bought for a box of doughnuts or a pizza. read more

Some restaurants give police officers, firefighters, EMS personnel, and other "public safety" employees discounts for their food. Sometimes, the food is regular price, but soft drinks and coffee are free. A lot of convenience stores will offer free coffee and soft drinks to public safety personnel. read more

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