Planning a family outing doesn't have to break the bank. Restaurants across the country offer incredible "Kids Eat Free" promotions throughout the week, making it easier than ever to enjoy quality family time while keeping your budget intact. Whether you prefer dining in or ordering online, these deals can significantly reduce your food costs when feeding the little ones.
Featured Limited-Time Deals
🐨 Outback Steakhouse - Mondays Through September 1
Kids eat FREE every Monday with the purchase of an adult entrée. For online orders, use promo code JOEYFREE, or simply mention the "Free Joey Meal" when dining in-restaurant. This promotion runs through September 1, with a limit of one free kid's meal per table or to-go order.
🌮 Tijuana Flats - Every Sunday in June
Enjoy one free kids' meal every Sunday throughout June with the purchase of a full-price adult entrée. Use promo code KEFSSUN25 for online orders, in-app purchases, dine-in, carryout, or direct delivery. Remember, it's one free kids' meal per adult entrée.
🌯 Freebirds World Burrito - Weekend Special
Kids 12 and under eat FREE on both Saturdays and Sundays when you purchase an adult entrée. Use promo code KIDSEATFREE for online orders or mention it in-store. This offer is available for dine-in or online orders only, with one free kids' meal per adult entrée.
Kids Eat Free by Day of the Week
Monday Deals
Cody's Original Roadhouse offers one free kids' meal per adult entrée for ages 10 and under. Frisch's Big Boy provides free meals for kids 12 and under with any adult meal purchase of $6.98 or more. Huddle House includes a free kids' meal with any adult entrée, while King's Family Restaurant honors this deal with dine-in adult entrée purchases.
MCL Restaurant & Bakery goes above and beyond, offering up to two free kids' meals per adult meal. For a nearly free option, Genghis Grill serves kids' meals for just $1.99 after 4 p.m. with an adult entrée purchase during dine-in service.
Tuesday Promotions
Bob Evans provides free kids' meals through their app with adult entrée purchases, allowing up to three kids' meals per three adult entrees. Chick-fil-A offers free kids' meals on select Tuesday nights from 5-7 p.m. (some locations extend until 8 p.m.) with adult meal purchases. However, availability varies by location, so it's best to check with your local Chick-fil-A to confirm participation.
Denny's serves free meals to kids 12 and under from 4-10 p.m. with a $6 minimum adult meal purchase, though participation may vary by location. Miller's Ale House offers one free kids' meal per $10 adult entrée with a limit of two free meals. Pizza Ranch includes a free kids' buffet with adult buffet purchases.
Ruby Tuesday provides free kids' meals after 5 p.m. with dine-in adult purchases, while Shari's offers free meals for kids under 10 with adult entrée orders.
Nearly free options include Carolina Ale House with $0.99 kids' meals after 5 p.m. with adult entrées, and Beef 'O' Brady's offering $3.49 kids' meals all day.
Wednesday Options
Carvel features BOGO sundaes with their buy-one-get-one-free promotion. IKEA Family members receive two free kids' meals per adult entrée. Luby's Cafeteria provides free kids' meals for children 12 and under with adult meal purchases.
Smashburger offers one free kids' meal with dine-in adult entrée, side, and drink combinations. Smokey Bones serves free meals to kids 12 and under with adult entrée purchases.
Budget-friendly alternatives include Chevy's Fresh Mex with $1 kids' meals per adult entrée, Rainforest Cafe offering $0.99 kids' meals on the first Wednesday of each month after 5 p.m., and Red Robin providing 50% off kids' meals with promo code KIDSMEAL50 (limit of four meals).
Thursday Through Sunday Deals
Thursday brings the same Denny's deal as Tuesday, running from 4-10 p.m. with a $6 minimum adult purchase. Piccadilly offers $1.99 kids' meals all day with adult entrée purchases, limiting two kids per adult.
Friday features Ruby Tuesday's free kids' meal promotion all day with adult dine-in purchases.
Saturday includes Luby's Cafeteria continuing their Wednesday offer, Which Wich providing one free kids' meal with adult meal purchases, and Freebirds World Burrito maintaining their limited-time weekend deal.
Sunday rounds out the week with Freebirds World Burrito and Which Wich offering their standard free kids' meal promotions, plus Tijuana Flats during June.
Year-Round Kids Eat Free Restaurants
Everyday Savings
Several restaurants offer ongoing kids' deals regardless of the day. Bruster's Ice Cream provides free baby cones for kids under 40 inches tall. Chick-fil-A allows exchanges of unopened kids' meal toys for free ice cream. Chili's My Chili's Rewards members receive regular kids' meal offers.
Cici's Pizza always serves kids 3 and under for free. Culver's includes a free custard scoop with all kids' meals. Fogo De Chao offers free dining for kids 6 and under.
Fricker's provides free kids' meals with adult meal and kids' drink purchases for children 10 and under. Golden Corral serves kids 3 and under for free, allowing two children per adult buffet purchase.
Hotel and Chain Restaurant Programs
Holiday Inn locations offer kids eat free promotions at on-site restaurants with paying registered adults. IHOP provides free kids' meals from 4-10 p.m. with adult entrée purchases, though participating days vary by location.
Tony Roma's offers one free kids' meal per adult entrée with a limit of two per family for ages 12 and under. Tucanos Brazilian Grill serves kids 6 and under for free with paying adults. Wendy's provides free kids' meals with premium combo purchases via their app or online ordering, limited to one per customer.
Important Terms and Conditions
Key Restrictions
Most offers apply to dine-in service only unless specifically noted otherwise. Many promotions require promo codes or app-based ordering to access the deals. Participation and operating hours can vary significantly by location, so it's always wise to call ahead and confirm availability.
Age restrictions typically range from 3 to 12 years old, depending on the restaurant. Meal limits often apply, with most establishments restricting the number of free kids' meals per adult entrée or per family visit.
Maximizing Your Savings
To get the most value from these promotions, consider signing up for restaurant loyalty programs and mobile apps, which often provide exclusive access to deals and advance notice of promotions. Many restaurants also send targeted offers to app users and email subscribers.
Planning your dining schedule around these weekly promotions can lead to substantial savings over time. Families dining out twice per week using these deals could potentially save hundreds of dollars annually on their food expenses.
The landscape of kids eat free promotions continues to evolve, with restaurants regularly updating their offerings to attract families. Staying informed about both limited-time and ongoing promotions ensures you never miss an opportunity to save while creating memorable family dining experiences.
