CHULA VISTA, Calif. (FOX 5/KUSI) -- While hearing about the challenges military families are facing during the government shutdown, CiCi Chen and her husband, who own Ming’s Revolving Sushi and Bar in Chula Vista, decided to offer a free meal to active duty military members and their families.

“We just want to show our appreciation to their service, we are honoring their contribution to the country,” said CiCi Chen, owner of Ming’s Revolving Sushi & Bar.

“Well, the owners, James and CiCi -- they have a big heart," said Ivan Munoz, Ming’s Revolving Sushi & Bar Head Chef. "They like to show their support to the community.”

After posting about the deal on social media, the customers started coming in.

“Since last Saturday, we’ve given out over 6,000 plates,” said Chen.

And in return, the

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