Hello, savvy parents and hungry children! As the Easter holidays approach, we understand the importance of keeping those tummies happy without breaking the bank. Luckily, there are fantastic options across the UK where kids can eat on a budget or, in some cases, for free. Let's embark on a culinary adventure and discover some wallet-friendly dining spots for the upcoming break! The below information has been sourced from Money Saving Central and Prima.
Family-Friendly Chains:
Major chains often run promotions during the school holidays, offering discounted or even free meals for children. Check out:
Bella Italia
Available Sunday to Thursday all year round, kids can enjoy three delicious courses & a drink for FREE with the purchase of an adult main at Bella Italia. Meals are suitable for children aged 2–11.
TGIFridays
At TGIFridays you can get a FREE kid's meal when you order an adult’s main, every day between 23rd March and 19th April.
Pizza Hut
Kids eat for £1 at Pizza Hut during all school holidays. Treat your little ones to a pizza feast with the Pizza Hut kids buffet, available everyday AFTER 3pm when you spend £9.99 on other food. You need to use code KEF (KEF2 to upgrade to bottomless drinks and dessert for £2).
Frankie & Benny's
Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult main. (1 adult main meal must be purchased for every 1 free kids’ meal)
Bill's
Up to two kids can eat free when one adult orders any main (breakfast, lunch or dinner) from Available Monday 30th March – Friday 10th April.
The Real Greek
Visit The Real Greek on a Sunday and you’ll get one free kids meal when each adult spends a minimum of £15 on their food.
Gordon Ramsey Restaurants
Kids under 10 eat FREE all day, every day at selected Gordon Ramsay restaurants with two purchases from the a la carte menu. More information on Gordon Ramsey Restaurants kids eat free offer can be found here.
Beefeater
Two kids under 16 eat for FREE with every adult breakfast purchased.
Coconut Tree
Kids Often Eat Free at the Coconut Tree! Check their website for the latest offers!
BrewersFayre
Two kids under 16 eat for FREE with every adult breakfast purchased.
Las Iguanas
Download the app and join 'My Las Iguanas' for free meals for mini Iguanas with every adult main purchased. More information here.
YoSushi
Kids eat free all day (monday – friday) during all school holidays at Yo Sushi!, when dining with a full-paying adult (minimum £10 spend).
Hungry Horse
With every adult main meal, kids can tuck into a full meal deal for just £1 – that’s a main, a drink, AND a pud. Breakfast, lunch and dinner! Available Monday-Friday
Sizzling Pubs
Every Monday from 12pm, the kids’ menu is great value as kids eat for £1 when you buy an adult main meal, during the school holidays, this offer is available Monday - Friday from 12pm!
Whitbread Inns
Two kids under 16 eat for FREE with every adult breakfast purchased.
Table Table
Two children under 16 years old can get a free breakfast every day with one paying adult.
Angus Steakhouse
Kids Eat Free from 12pm-5pm. One child aged 8 or under eats free with every full-paying adult ordering a main course from the Main Menu.
Ask Italian
Up to two kids can eat for FREE when an adult main is purchased when using the ASK App.
Brewdog
This February half term kids eat free when an adult is eating too.
Cafe Rouge
Kids Eat FREE from 12-4pm every day of the week with every adult main purchased.
Harvester
Kids eat for £1 monday to Friday at Harvester with the purchase of an adult main.
Las Iguanas
Download the app and join ‘My Las Iguanas’ for free meals for mini Iguanas ages 12 and under. One Niño gets free main, two sides and a dessert with every adult main (or three tapas dishes) purchased. Limited to one per table.
Preto
Kids eat free all day, every on weekends and from 4pm on weekdays with paying adults at Preto. This offer is open to children up to 10 years old – This is an ongoing offer that is only during summer holidays and half terms.
Prezzo
With the Prezzo Italian Kids Club Subscription, kids eat for just £1.99 a month or £19.99 for the year! Simple monthly price, unlimited visits!
Subway
One free kids’ meal (4” Sub, snack, and drink) available with the purchase of any Footlong Sub in participating restaurants nationwide. From Monday 25th March to Sunday 14th April.
Toby Carvery
Kids Eat carvery or breakfast for £1 will be back at Toby Carvery for the Easter holidays.
Turtle Bay
Kids eat free at Turtle Bay restaurants when an adult spends £15 or more. One child can enjoy a free meal from the kids’ menu.
Zizzi
Kids’ meals are free when you buy another adult main. Download the Zillionaires' Club App or Sign Up and show your code.
Banana Tree
Kids eat free in the school holidays when an adult buys a main meal.
Franco Manca
Little ones 12 years and under receive a free kids pizza for every full-priced adult main meal (in selected pizzerias*).
Supermarket Cafés:
When you need a quick and affordable bite, supermarket cafes and meal deals are a practical option:
TESCO
This half term, kids can enjoy a free meal with any adult purchase in The Café, when dining in Monday–Friday. See here for more information.
Morrisons
Kids eat free all day, every day in Morrisons cafes nationwide, daily with every adult meal over £5. This offer includes half terms. More information on Morrison Kids Eat Free offer can be found here.
Sainsbury’s
Sainsbury's Cafes offer one child hot meal or lunch bag for £1 with any adult main meal purchased over £5.20. This offer is on every day from 11:30am. More information about the offer can be found here.
ASDA
Kids eat for £1 All Day, Every Day at Asda cafes, with no adult spend required, for the entire year (including half terms).
IKEA
Kids can enjoy Kids Pasta with Tomato Sauce for 95p, served with a drink and a piece of fruit. Everyone can also enjoy a meatball sub for 95p or a full Swedish breakfast for £1 if you are an IKEA family member.
Pausa Café at Dunelm
During School Holidays, for every £4 spent by an adult in the cafe, kids can eat free at Pausa Cafes at Dunelm.
Dobbie Garden Centres
At Dobbies, enjoy a children’s breakfast for just £1 with any adult Traditional or Full Breakfast – or get a child’s hot meal or Pick ’n’ Mix lunch box for £1 with any adult main course.
Online Vouchers and Apps:
Maximize savings by checking out voucher websites and restaurant apps:
- Voucher Websites: Websites like VoucherCodes, Groupon, or HotUKDeals may have special offers and discounts for family dining during Easter.
- Restaurant Apps: Some restaurant chains have apps with exclusive offers and loyalty rewards, providing additional savings for families.
- KidsPass
- Voucher Codes
- Meerkat Meals
- My Mcdonalds App
- Groupon
Before You Go:
Make sure to check the the specific terms and conditions of the promotion or offer before you head out! Some deals may require advance booking, specific times, or the purchase of an adult meal.
Bon Appétit on a Budget:
Feeding the family during the School holidays doesn't have to be a financial headache. Kids can eat for less or even for free with planning and exploration. Enjoy delicious meals without breaking the bank, and make this half term memorable for both your little ones and your wallet!