There are many places that offer free or greatly discounted kids’ meals, and the availability can vary by location and term. If you’re looking for current options, here are practical ways to find up-to-date deals and a general idea of where to look. What you’re likely looking for
- Restaurants and cafes often run “kids eat free” or “kids eat for £1/€1” promotions on specific days (e.g., certain weekdays or holidays) or with the purchase of an adult meal.
- Supermarket cafes and family-friendly venues (like bakery/café chains and some garden centres) frequently offer reduced-price kids’ meals or free options, especially during school holidays.
Common places that frequently appear on lists
- Large family restaurants and pub chains often run kids’ deals on certain days (for example, some offer free kids meals on Mondays, or during half-term periods).
- Café chains and supermarket cafés (e.g., Morrisons Café, IKEA Family/restaurant areas, Sainsbury’s Café, Asda Café) commonly feature reduced-price or free kids’ meals with adult purchases.
- Pizza and casual dining chains sometimes have kids’ menus that are heavily discounted or included with a larger family promotion.
- International chains sometimes run “free kids meal” promos on Sundays or during holidays when dining with an adult meal.
How to find current deals quickly
- Search terms to use: "kids eat free this half term," "kids eat free deals near me," "free kids meals October 2025," or "kids eat free promotions [your city]."
- Check local family or money-saving guides for the latest lists specific to your region and dates, as these promos change frequently.
- Call ahead or check the restaurant’s website or app: many promotions require app sign-up, meal validation, or a minimum adult purchase.
- If you’re visiting a shopping centre or a high street with multiple venues, pick a few and ask staff about current kids’ promotions.
Tips to maximize value
- Look for promotions that run all day for kids or apply every day during holidays, rather than only on limited windows.
- Some offers require an adult main meal; plan your order to meet the promotion’s conditions.
- Combine deals when possible (e.g., a discounted kids’ meal plus a kid-friendly dessert offer if available).
- Consider country/region differences: promotions and participating venues vary by location.
If you’d like, share your city or area and the dates you’re planning to dine, and I can tailor a current list of specifically available deals for you.
