Be sure to check whether the locations nearest you participate in these kids eat free programs and the days for which they’re valid, because some may vary. Also, be kind to your servers: Tip as you would if you were charged for your little one’s lunch or dinner because your wait staff is still doing the work. For the most comprehensive list of kids eat free restaurants, (including where kids eat free Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday, and free kids meals you can get on Saturdays, here are the best kids eat free near you)! Save this list when you want a fun night out and are looking for a kids eat free Friday date option, or a birthday freebie meal!
Where do kids eat free on Mondays?
Kids eat free at Butcher & Brewwhen adults spend $20 or more from Monday through Thursday from 4 to 6 p.m.Cafe Braziloffers free kid’s meals for children 12 and under with the purchase of an adult entrée from Sunday through Thursday.On Mondays and Tuesdays, get a free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée atCody’s Original Steakhouse (limit two).Nab a free junior entree from Norm’s kid’s menu (for children 10 and under) with each adult entrée purchased from Monday through Friday. Check with your location to find out what hours for which the offer is valid, because they can vary.On Mondays and Tuesdays at Rock Bottom Cafe, kids 12 and under can eat free.You can qualify for a free kid’s meal at Steak ‘n’ Shake for every $9 you spend.On Mondays and Tuesdays, participatingTexas Roadhouselocations offer a free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult meal; certain locations offer kid’s meals for $0.99 with the purchase of an adult entree. Check with your local restaurant to be sure.At Woody’s BBQ, children 10 and under can eat for free every Monday from 3 p.m. until closing.
Where do kids eat free on Tuesdays?
Tuesdays across the U.S. are hands-down the best day for kids eat free deals—here’s a list of the best options for national chain restaurants, as well as some regional chains that also offer free kids meals with adult meal purchases.
Atlanta Breadoffers a free kid’s meal for each adult meal purchased on Tuesdays from 4 p.m. until closing time.On Tuesdays, purchase one adult combo and get a free kid’s meal at Back Yard Burgers.Beef O’Brady’soffers free kid’s meals with the purchase of an adult entrée after 4 p.m. on Tuesdays.When you purchase an adult entrée, children 12 and under can get a free kid’s meal at Bennigan’sfrom 5 p.m. to closing on Tuesdays.At the Blue Mesa Grill in Plano, Texas, kids eat free all day on Tuesdays.Kids eat free on Tuesdays after 4 p.m. at Bob Evans with the purchase of an adult entrée.Kids eat free at Butcher & Brewwhen adults spend $20 or more from Monday through Thursday from 4 to 6 p.m.Cafe Braziloffers free kid’s meals for children 12 and under with the purchase of an adult entrée from Sunday through Thursday.Chevys Fresh Mexoffers a free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée on Tuesdays.Participating Chick-fil-Alocations offer a free kid’s meal on Tuesdays between 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. with the purchase of an adult combo.On Mondays and Tuesdays, get a free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée atCody’s Original Steakhouse (limit two).Kids can eat free at Denny’sfrom 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Tuesdays.On Tuesdays at participating Famous Dave’slocations, kids can eat for free. Check with your nearest location to be sure, as some charge $0.99 (still a great deal, but technically not free).Freebirdslets you get a free quesadilla or burrito meal for your little one under 12 with the purchase of an adult entrée on Tuesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.AtGenghis Grill, buy a full-price adult meal on Tuesdays and get a free meal for kids 12 and under.On Tuesdays at Godfather’s Pizza, kids 10 and under can get a free buffet meal from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.Johnny Rocketsoffers a free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée and beverage on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m.Children 10 and under can get a free kid’s meal at Logan’s Roadhouseon Tuesdays with the purchase of an adult entrée.Lone Star Steakhouse offers free kid’s meals for children 12 and under with the purchase of an adult entrée on Tuesdays.Marie Callender’soffers a free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult meal on Tuesdays.Nab a free junior entrée from Norm’s kid’s menu (for children 10 and under) with each adult entrée purchased from Monday through Friday. Check with your location to find out what hours for which the offer is valid, because they can vary.On Tuesdays, participatingPizza Hutlocations offer a free kid’s buffet meal (for children 10 and under) with the purchase of an adult buffet.Pizza Street offers a free cheese pizza meal for kids 10 and under on Tuesdays.Ponderosa Steakhouse lets you get two free kids’ meals with the purchase of an adult entrée on Tuesdays from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.Red Brick Pizzaoffers a free kid’s meal (drink not included) with the purchase of an adult entrée on Tuesdays.On Mondays and Tuesdays at Rock Bottom Cafe, kids 12 and under can eat free.From 5 p.m. to closing on Tuesdays (of course!), Ruby Tuesdaylets you get a free kid’s meal when you buy an adult entrée.You can qualify for a free kid’s meal at Steak ‘n’ Shake for every $9 you spend.On Mondays and Tuesdays, participatingTexas Roadhouselocations offer a free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult meal; certain locations offer kid’s meals for $0.99 with the purchase of an adult entree. Check with your local restaurant to be sure.Buy an adult meal on Tuesdays at UNO Chicago Grilland get a kid’s meal free of charge.
Where do kids eat free on Wednesdays?
Kids eat free at Butcher & Brewwhen adults spend $20 or more from Monday through Thursday from 4 to 6 p.m.Cafe Braziloffers free kid’s meals for children 12 and under with the purchase of an adult entrée from Sunday through Thursday.Kids can eat free with the purchase of an adult meal at Duffy’s Sports Grill locations on Wednesdays.East Coast Wingsoffers free kids meals from 3:30 p.m. to closing on Wednesdays.Firehouse Subsoffers two free kid’s meals (complete with dessert and drink!) for every adult meal purchased on Wednesdays from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.Jason’s Delioffers a free kid’s meal for every adult meal purchased on Wednesdays.Kids eat free all day every Wednesday at Jeffrey’s Sports Grill.Get two free kids’ meals for children under 10 with the purchase of one adult meal on Wednesdays at Little Bitty Burger Barn.Luby’soffers one free kid’s meal for every adult meal purchased on Wednesdays after 4 p.m.Mr. Gatti’s Pizza offers free buffet meals to kids 10 and under on Wednesdays with the purchase of an adult buffet.Nab a free junior entree from Norm’s kid’s menu (for children 10 and under) with each adult entrée purchased from Monday through Friday. Check with your location to find out what hours for which the offer is valid, because they can vary.You can qualify for a free kid’s meal at Steak ‘n’ Shake for every $9 you spend.
Where do kids eat free on Thursdays?
Kids eat free at Butcher & Brewwhen adults spend $20 or more from Monday through Thursday from 4 to 6 p.m.Cafe Braziloffers free kid’s meals for children 12 and under with the purchase of an adult entrée from Sunday through Thursday.Johnny Rocketsoffers a free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée and beverage on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m.Captain D’s Seafood Kitchenlets you have up to two free kids’ meals with the purchase of an adult entrée on Thursdays.C.B. & Pottsoffers free kid’s meals on Thursdays.Chartroose Caboosewill give you a free kid’s meal with the purchase of an $8 adult meal on Thursdays.Salsarita’soffers a free kid’s meal on Thursdays with the purchase of an adult entrée.You can qualify for a free kid’s meal at Steak ‘n’ Shake for every $9 you spend.
Where do kids eat free on Fridays?
Chicken Out Rotisserieoffers a free kid’s meal with the purchase of a full-price adult meal every Friday.Nab a free junior entree from Norm’s kid’s menu (for children 10 and under) with each adult entrée purchased from Monday through Friday. Check with your location to find out what hours for which the offer is valid, because they can vary.Shoney’sgives free meals to kids under 4 on Fridays when you buy an adult meal. The chain also runs seasonal promotions that run on other days of the week—check their social media channels for those deals.You can qualify for a free kid’s meal at Steak ‘n’ Shake for every $9 you spend.
Where do kids eat free on Saturday and Sunday?
Arriba Mexican Grilloffers a free kids’ meal for each adult meal purchased every Sunday.Buy one adult meal and get a kids’ meal free on Sundays at Baja Fresh.Enjoy an affordable Sunday brunch at Blue Mesa Grill: For each adult brunch meal purchased on Sundays (between 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.), get a free meal for kids 5 and under.Cafe Braziloffers free kid’s meals for children 12 and under with the purchase of an adult entrée from Sunday through Thursday.Dickey’soffers a free kids’ meal for children under 12 with the purchase of an adult entrée of $10 or more on Sundays.If you’re comfortable going with your kids, Hootersoffers free kids’ meals on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.Kids eat free on Sundays at Jose Pepper’s.Kids 5 and under eat free atMaggiano’son Saturdays.Margaritas Mexican Restaurantoffers two free kids’ meals per adult entrée on Saturdays at participating locations.On Sundays, get a free kid’s meal for each adult meal purchased at Planet Sub.Kids eat free on Saturdays at Shari’s from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.On Sundays, Slim Chicken’soffers free meals for kids 10 and under.Kids 4 and under can eat for free on Sundays at Souper Salad.You can qualify for a free kid’s meal at Steak ‘n’ Shake for every $9 you spend.Get an affordable weekend lunch at Texas Land and Cattle: Get up to two free kids’ meals on Saturdays between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m with the purchase of an adult entrée.Get a free kid’s meal for children 12 and under for every adult meal purchased at Tony Roma’son Sundays.White Castleoffers free kids’ meals when you buy an adult meal for $4 or more on Sundays from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where kids eat free everyday
Participating Applebee’s locations offer a free kids meal with the purchase of an adult entrée on certain days of the week.Buy one adult entrée at Arooga’s and get a free kid’s meal for children 12 or under.Get a free dessert from Boston Market on your and/or your kids’ birthdays when you sign up for their Rotisserie Rewards program.Get a free baby cone at Bruster’s Real Ice Creamfor kids under 40 inches tall.Children ages six and under can get a free Nino Quesadilla with the purchase of an adult entrée at Cafe Rio.At Carrows, kids 10 and under can eat for free with the purchase of an adult entrée after 4 p.m.At Chili’s, sign up for My Chili’s to receive email and text deals for a free kid’s meal (for children 12 and under) with the purchase of any regular entree.Buy any adult meal and get a free kid’s meal at Chompie’s.At certain Cicis Pizza locations, kids under three can eat free with the purchase of a full-price adult entrée. Check with your location to be sure they’re participating (and when, as some locations have this offer only on certain days of the week).CoreLife Eatery offers free kids’ meals for children 12 and under with the purchase of an adult meal.Children 12 and younger can get a free custard at Culver’swith the purchase of a kid’s meal.Participating Double Dave’s Pizza locations offer a kid’s buffet free with the purchase of an adult buffet.Kids eat free at Fricker’swhen adults dine in. You must purchase an adult entrée and a child beverage.Participating Golden Corrallocations offer free buffet meals for kids 3 and under with the purchase of an adult buffet meal, though the scheduling and availability may vary.Holiday Inn lets up to four children, ages 12 and under, eat for free at their on-site restaurants.At IHOP, kids can eat free with purchase for each adult entrée for dine-in between 4 and 9 p.m. daily.Participating Moe’s Southwest Grilllocations offer a free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée; timing varies by location.O’Charley’s gives one free kid’s meal when you purchase one adult entrée, all day every day. Your kids need to be 10 or younger to qualify for the promo.Get a free sundae for your child with the purchase of a kid’s meal at On the Border.Participating Qdoba locations offer free kid’s meals with adult meal purchases, though dates may vary.Kids eat free during their birthday month at Red Robinwhen you join their rewards program.Smashburger offers a free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult burger or entrée after 4 p.m. on certain days (varying by location).You can qualify for a free kid’s meal at Steak ‘n’ Shake for every $9 you spend.
Every kids eat free restaurant in the U.S.
Applebee’s
Participating Applebee’s locations offer a free kids meal with the purchase of an adult entrée on certain days of the week.
Arooga’s
Buy one adult entrée at Arooga’s and get a free kid’s meal for children 12 or under.
Arriba Mexican Grill
Arriba Mexican Grilloffers a free kids’ meal for each adult meal purchased every Sunday.
Atlanta Bread
Atlanta Breadoffers a free kid’s meal for each adult meal purchased on Tuesdays from 4 p.m. until closing time.
Back Yard Burgers
On Tuesdays, purchase one adult combo and get a free kid’s meal at Back Yard Burgers.
Baja Fresh
Buy one adult meal and get a kids’ meal free on Sundays at Baja Fresh.
Beef O’Brady’s
Beef O’Brady’soffers free kid’s meals with the purchase of an adult entrée after 4 p.m. on Tuesdays.
Bennigan’s
When you purchase an adult entrée, children 12 and under can get a free kid’s meal at Bennigan’sfrom 5 p.m. to closing on Tuesdays.
Black-eyed Pea
TheBlack-eyed Peaoffers a free kid’s meal for children 12 and under with the purchase of an adult meal on Tuesdays from 5 p.m. to close.
Blue Mesa Grill
Enjoy an affordable Sunday brunch at Blue Mesa Grill: For each adult brunch meal purchased on Sundays (between 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.), get a free meal for kids 5 and under. At the Blue Mesa Grill in Plano, Texas, kids eat free all day on Tuesdays.
Bob Evans
Kids eat free on Tuesdays after 4 p.m. at Bob Evans with the purchase of an adult entrée.
Boston Market
Get a free dessert from Boston Market on your and/or your kids’ birthdays when you sign up for their Rotisserie Rewards program.
Bruster’s Real Ice Cream
Get a free baby cone at Bruster’s Real Ice Creamfor kids under 40 inches tall.
Butcher & Brew
Kids eat free at Butcher & Brewwhen adults spend $20 or more from Monday through Thursday from 4 to 6 p.m.
Cafe Brazil
Cafe Braziloffers free kid’s meals for children 12 and under with the purchase of an adult entrée from Sunday through Thursday.
Cafe Rio
Children ages six and under can get a free Nino Quesadilla with the purchase of an adult entrée at Cafe Rio.
Captain D’s Seafood Kitchen
Captain D’s Seafood Kitchenlets you have up to two free kids’ meals with the purchase of an adult entrée on Thursdays.
Carrows
At Carrows, kids 10 and under can eat for free with the purchase of an adult entrée after 4 p.m.
C.B. & Potts
C.B. & Pottsoffers free kid’s meals on Thursdays.
Chartroose Caboose
Chartroose Caboosewill give you a free kid’s meal with the purchase of an $8 adult meal on Thursdays.
Chevys Fresh Mex
Chevys Fresh Mexoffers a free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée on Tuesdays.
Chick-fil-A
Participating Chick-fil-Alocations offer a free kid’s meal on Tuesdays between 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. with the purchase of an adult combo.
Chicken Out Rotisserie
Chicken Out Rotisserieoffers a free kid’s meal with the purchase of a full-price adult meal every Friday.
Chili’s
At Chili’s, sign up for My Chili’s to receive email and text deals for a free kid’s meal (for children 12 and under) with the purchase of any regular entrée.
Chompie’s
Buy any adult meal and get a free kid’s meal at Chompie’s.
Cicis Pizza
At certain Cicis Pizza locations, kids under three can eat free with the purchase of a full-price adult entrée. Check with your location to be sure they’re participating (and when, as some locations have this offer only on certain days of the week).
Cody’s Original Steakhouse
On Mondays and Tuesdays, get a free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée atCody’s Original Steakhouse (limit two).
CoreLife Eatery
CoreLife Eatery offers free kids’ meals for children 12 and under with the purchase of an adult meal.
Culver’s
Children 12 and younger can get a free custard at Culver’swith the purchase of a kid’s meal.
Denny’s
Kids can eat free at Denny’sfrom 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Tuesdays.
Dickey’s
Dickey’soffers a free kids’ meal for children under 12 with the purchase of an adult entrée of $10 or more on Sundays.
Double Dave’s Pizza
Participating Double Dave’s Pizza locations offer a kid’s buffet free with the purchase of an adult buffet.
Duffy’s Sports Grill
Kids can eat free with the purchase of an adult meal at Duffy’s Sports Grill locations on Wednesdays.
East Coast Wings
East Coast Wingsoffers free kids meals from 3:30 p.m. to closing on Wednesdays.
Famous Dave’s
On Tuesdays at participating Famous Dave’slocations, kids can eat for free. Check with your nearest location to be sure, as some charge $0.99 (still a great deal, but technically not free).
Firehouse Subs
Firehouse Subsoffers two free kid’s meals (complete with dessert and drink!) for every adult meal purchased on Wednesdays from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Freebirds
Freebirdslets you get a free quesadilla or burrito meal for your little one under 12 with the purchase of an adult entrée on Tuesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Fricker’s
Kids eat free at Fricker’swhen adults dine in. You must purchase an adult entrée and a child beverage.
Genghis Grill
AtGenghis Grill, buy a full-price adult meal on Tuesdays and get a free meal for kids 12 and under.
Golden Corral
Participating Golden Corrallocations offer free buffet meals for kids 3 and under with the purchase of an adult buffet meal, though the scheduling and availability may vary.
Godfather’s Pizza
On Tuesdays at Godfather’s Pizza, kids 10 and under can get a free buffet meal from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn lets up to four children, ages 12 and under, eat for free at their on-site restaurants.
Hooters
If you’re comfortable going with your kids, Hootersoffers free kids’ meals on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
IHOP
At IHOP, kids can eat free with purchase for each adult entrée for dine-in between 4 and 9 p.m. daily.
Jason’s Deli
Jason’s Delioffers a free kid’s meal for every adult meal purchased on Wednesdays.
Jeffrey’s Sports Grill
Kids eat free all day every Wednesday at Jeffrey’s Sports Grill.
Johnny Rockets
Johnny Rocketsoffers a free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée and beverage on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Jose Pepper’s
Kids eat free on Sundays at Jose Pepper’s.
Little Bitty Burger Barn
Get two free kids’ meals for children under 10 with the purchase of one adult meal on Wednesdays at Little Bitty Burger Barn.
Logan’s Roadhouse
Children 10 and under can get a free kid’s meal at Logan’s Roadhouseon Tuesdays with the purchase of an adult entrée.
Lone Star Steakhouse
Lone Star Steakhouse offers free kid’s meals for children 12 and under with the purchase of an adult entrée on Tuesdays.
Luby’s
Luby’soffers one free kid’s meal for every adult meal purchased on Wednesdays after 4 p.m.
Maggiano’s
Kids 5 and under eat free atMaggiano’son Saturdays.
Margaritas Mexican Restaurant
Margaritas Mexican Restaurantoffers two free kids’ meals per adult entrée on Saturdays at participating locations.
Marie Callender’s
Marie Callender’soffers a free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult meal on Tuesdays.
Moe’s Southwest Grill
Participating Moe’s Southwest Grilllocations offer a free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée; timing varies by location.
Mr. Gatti’s Pizza
Mr. Gatti’s Pizza offers free buffet meals to kids 10 and under on Wednesdays with the purchase of an adult buffet.
Norm’s
Nab a free junior entree from Norm’s kid’s menu (for children 10 and under) with each adult entrée purchased from Monday through Friday. Check with your location to find out what hours for which the offer is valid, because they can vary.
O’Charley’s
O’Charley’s gives one free kid’s meal when you purchase one adult entrée, all day every day. Your kids need to be 10 or younger to qualify for the promo.
On the Border
Get a free sundae for your child with the purchase of a kid’s meal at On the Border.
Pizza Hut
On Tuesdays, participatingPizza Hutlocations offer a free kid’s buffet meal (for children 10 and under) with the purchase of an adult buffet.
Pizza Street
Pizza Street offers a free cheese pizza meal for kids 10 and under on Tuesdays.
Planet Sub
On Sundays, get a free kid’s meal for each adult meal purchased at Planet Sub.
Ponderosa Steakhouse
Ponderosa Steakhouse lets you get two free kids’ meals with the purchase of an adult entrée on Tuesdays from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Qdoba
Participating Qdoba locations offer free kid’s meals with adult meal purchases, though dates may vary.
Quaker Steak and Lube
On certain days of the week (varying by location), Quaker Steak and Lubeoffers free a kid’s meal with an adult purchase from 5 to 10 p.m.
Red Brick Pizza
Red Brick Pizzaoffers a free kid’s meal (drink not included) with the purchase of an adult entrée on Tuesdays.
Red Robin
Kids eat free during their birthday month at Red Robinwhen you join their rewards program.
Rock Bottom Cafe
On Mondays and Tuesdays at Rock Bottom Cafe, kids 12 and under can eat free.
Ruby Tuesday
From 5 p.m. to closing on Tuesdays (of course!), Ruby Tuesdaylets you get a free kid’s meal when you buy an adult entrée.
Salsarita’s
Salsarita’soffers a free kid’s meal on Thursdays with the purchase of an adult entrée.
Shari’s
Kids eat free on Saturdays at Shari’s from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Shoney’s
Shoney’sgives free meals to kids under 4 on Fridays when you buy an adult meal.
Slim Chicken’s
On Sundays, Slim Chicken’soffers free meals for kids 10 and under.
Smashburger
Smashburger offers a free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult burger or entree after 4 p.m. on certain days (varying by location).
Souper Salad
Kids 4 and under can eat for free on Sundays at Souper Salad.
Steak n’ Shake
You can qualify for a free kid’s meal at Steak ‘n’ Shake for every $9 you spend.
Texas Land and Cattle
Get an affordable weekend lunch at Texas Land and Cattle: Get up to two free kids’ meals on Saturdays between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m with the purchase of an adult entrée.
Texas Roadhouse
On Mondays and Tuesdays, participatingTexas Roadhouselocations offer a free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult meal; certain locations offer kid’s meals for $0.99 with the purchase of an adult entrée. Check with your local restaurant to be sure.
Tony Roma’s
Get a free kid’s meal for children 12 and under for every adult meal purchased at Tony Roma’s on Sundays.
UNO Chicago Grill
Buy an adult meal on Tuesdays at UNO Chicago Grilland get a kid’s meal free of charge.
White Castle
White Castleoffers free kids’ meals when you buy an adult meal for $4 or more on Sundays from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Woody’s BBQ
At Woody’s BBQ, children 10 and under can eat for free every Monday from 3 p.m. until closing. Next, check out the best free movie and TV streaming services to make it a dinner and a movie night!
