Houston families have plenty of ways to save on dining out thanks to restaurants offering a free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée. From Free Mondays at Del Pueblo Restaurant to family favorites like Mendocino Farms, it’s a great idea to plan a fun night out without spending extra. Many Houston restaurants offer family meal deals and free children’s meals for a limited time.
Kids Eat Free – Monday
The Union Kitchen
Every Monday, kids eat free with the purchase of an adult entrée. This offer is available at all locations.
Abe’s Cajun Market (Clear Lake)
On Monday evenings, kids can enjoy a free meal with an adult entrée purchase. A great family-friendly dinner spot in Clear Lake.
Alicia’s Mexican Grille
Kids eat free all day Monday at various locations. Must purchase an adult entrée to qualify.
Del Pueblo Mexican Restaurant
Start the week with a family dinner! Kids 10 and under eat free every Monday after 4 p.m. with the purchase of an adult entrée. Dine-in only, drinks not included.
Teotihuacán Mexican Café
Monday means kids eat free and happy hour lasts all day! Head to Teotihuacán Mexican Café on W Bellfort for tasty Tex-Mex dishes, great cocktails, and a kids’ menu everyone can enjoy.
Kids Eat Free – Tuesday
Del Pueblo Mexican Restaurant
The deal continues on Tuesdays! Kids 10 and under eat free after 4 p.m. with an adult entrée purchase. Dine-in only, and drinks aren’t included.
Dish Society (6/1–7/31 Summer Promo)
Kids 12 and under eat free Tuesday with purchase of an adult entrée, salad, or sandwich. You must be a loyalty member and redeem the reward in the Dish Society app.
Pluckers
Kids eat free all day on Tuesdays at Pluckers. With the purchase of one adult entrée, get up to two free kids meals for children 10 and under. Dine in only.
KP’s Kitchen & Market
Kids eat free on Tuesdays at KP’s Kitchen & Market with the purchase of an adult entrée. This neighborhood café has locations in Spring Valley, Bellaire, and Bering Drive. Restrictions may apply, so check with your local spot.
Crust Pizza Co.
Kids eat free all day every Tuesday at Crust Pizza Co. Just purchase any full-size entrée and enjoy a free kids meal.
Main Event
Kids 12 and under eat free all day every Tuesday at Main Event with the purchase of a menu item priced at $11.99 or more.
Kids Eat Free – Wednesday
Backyard Grill
Kids eat free from 4 p.m. to close every Wednesday. One free kids meal with every adult entrée.
Feges BBQ
Every Wednesday from 5–8 p.m., kids 12 and under eat free. All kids’ meals come with a side and a cookie.
Red Robin
Get 50% off kids meals every Wednesday when dining in or ordering online with code KIDSMEAL50. Includes an entrée, side, drink, and bottomless refills when dining in.
Smashburger
Every Wednesday in 2025, kids 12 and under eat free with the purchase of an adult meal (entrée, side, and drink) at participating Smashburger locations. This deal is dine-in only and good during regular business hours. You’ll find participating spots in Kirby, Eldridge, Sugar Land, Cypress, Pearland, Houston Heights, Katy, and Spring.
Jason’s Deli
At most Houston-area locations, kids eat free every Wednesday with the purchase of an adult entrée. This offer is valid for dine-in or pickup, but be sure to check with your local deli for exact times and participation.
Barnaby’s Cafe
Kids eat free every Wednesday from 4 to 9 p.m. with the purchase of an adult meal.
Logan’s Roadhouse
Make it a family night at Logan’s Roadhouse every Wednesday. Kids 12 and under eat free with the purchase of an adult entrée.
Orleans Seafood Kitchen
Kids 12 and under eat free every Wednesday at Orleans Seafood Kitchen with the purchase of an entrée priced at $8.99 or more. Dine-in only, and seasonal items are excluded.
Creekwood Grill
It’s Family Friendly Wednesday at Creekwood Grill! Kids 12 and under eat free with the purchase of an adult entrée. A laid-back local spot with outdoor seating and plenty of kid-friendly options.
Kids Eat Free – Thursday
iT’Z Family Food & Fun (All Houston Locations)
Kids 3 and under eat free every day with a paid adult buffet. Plus, on Thursdays, all kids eat free, limit two free child buffets per paid adult. It’s a great spot for affordable family fun, especially if you’re pairing dinner with arcade games or bowling.
Catfish Willy’s
Every Thursday, kids eat free with the purchase of a combo meal at Catfish Willy’s on Texas Parkway.
Mendocino Farms
Every Thursday, kids eat free from the Mendo Kids Menu at Mendocino Farms with the purchase of a regular price entrée. This offer is available for dine-in only at their Houston Heights, Rice Village, and Uptown Park locations.
Kids Eat Free – Friday
Golden Corral
At Golden Corral’s buffet, children aged 3 and under eat free with a paying adult, every day of the week.
Kids Eat Free – Saturday
KP’s Kitchen & Market
Enjoy a relaxed Saturday brunch where kids eat free at KP’s Kitchen & Market. With three Houston-area locations, it’s a great place for family-friendly weekend dining. Restrictions may apply.
Kids Eat Free – Sunday
Goose’s Acre Bistro
Kids 12 and under eat free from the kids menu on Sundays with the purchase of an adult entrée. Valid for dine-in only.
Freebirds World Burrito
Kids eat free on Sundays with code KIDSEATFREE at checkout (online only). One free kids meal per adult entrée; limit two per order.
Moe’s Southwest Grill
Kids eat free every Sunday with the purchase of an adult entrée. Dine-in only, so bring the family and enjoy a tasty meal together.
Any Day / Varies by Location
Jax Grill
Make family dinners easy at Jax Grill. Kids eat free every Sunday through Tuesday with the purchase of an adult entrée. Available at both the Shepherd and Bellaire locations.
Black Walnut Cafe (Conroe location)
This summer, kids 12 and under eat free at Black Walnut Cafe in Conroe with the purchase of a full-priced adult entrée. The deal is good Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dine-in only at their Conroe North Houston Regional Airport location.
IHOP
Many IHOP locations offer Kids Eat Free from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., typically on weekdays (most often Tuesdays). One free kids meal per adult entrée; availability may vary by location.
Denny’s
Kids eat free on select days at participating Denny’s restaurants. Usually available one day a week, with one free kids meal for every $6+ adult entrée purchase.
Chili’s
Chili’s offers Kids Eat Free deals to My Chili’s Rewards® members. Offers are sent by email or text and include free meals for kids 12 and under with an adult entrée.
Golden Corral
At Golden Corral’s buffet, children aged 3 and under eat free with a paying adult, every day of the week
IKEA
Treat the whole family to a meal at IKEA’s Swedish Restaurant. From May 27 through August 5, 2025, you’ll get up to two free kids’ entrées with the purchase of any adult entrée, Monday through Friday. A great excuse to grab some meatballs and let the kids eat free while you shop.
Bruster’s Ice Cream
At Bruster’s, even the tiniest guests get a special treat. Kids under 40 inches tall receive a free Baby Cone.
For a great list of kids eat free deals in North Houston, from Spring to The Woodlands, check out this helpful guide from Mothers of Montgomery:
