Use this list to explore where kids eat free and cheaply on each day of the week. Each eatery listed offers free or cheap meals for children.
Dining out with the family in Cincinnati just got more affordable and enjoyable! Explore a variety of restaurants across the city where kids can eat for free. Families can savor delicious meals together without worrying about the extra cost.
Kids Eat Free & Cheap Deals
| Day | Restaurant | Age Limit | Deal details |
| Every day | Chili’s | 12 & Under | Enroll in the rewards program and get a free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée. |
| Every day | CiCi’s Pizza | Children 3 & Over | Buffet pizza combo for $5.49 |
| Every day | Fricker’s | 10 & Under | Get one free kid’s meal with each adult entrée. |
| Every day | Rusty Bucket | 12 & Under | Read five books to receive a voucher for a free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entree. |
| Monday | Buffalo Wings & Rings | 10 & Under | Kids eat for free with a minimum adult purchase of $10. |
| Monday | LaRosa’s | 12 & Under | Spaghetti a Plenty” for $4.39. |
| Tuesday | Gold Star Chili | 12 & Under | Kids eat free with an adult purchase of $8 or more after 4 p.m. |
| Tuesday | Bob Evans | 12 & Under | Get one free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entree on the Bob Evans app. |
| Tuesday | LaRosa’s | 12 & Under | Spaghetti a Plenty” for $4.39. |
| Tuesday | Ruby Tuesday | 12 & Under | Purchase an adult entrée from 5 p.m. to close and get one free kid’s meal |
| Tuesday | Moe’s Southwest Grill | 12 & Under | Purchase an adult entrée from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and get one free kid’s meal. |
| Tuesday | Spear Ridge Cafe | 13 & Under | Every adult meal comes with a free kids’ meal (dine-in only). |
| Wednesday | Smashburger | 12 & Under | Free kids’ meals all day by purchasing an adult entree |
| Wednesday | Red Robin | 11 & Under | 50% of kids’ meals all day with a minimum purchase. |
| Wednesday | LaRosa’s | 10 & Under | Receive a one-topping pizza with either a cookie or crackers and a drink for $5.99 |
| Wednesday | Quaker Steak & Lube | 12 & Under | Get one Lube Cruiser meal for $1.99 with the purchase of an adult entrée. |
| Wednesday | Roney’s | 12 & Under | Receive a kid’s meal for $0.99 with every adult purchase (dine-in). |
This article is as current as the publication date. Readers must confirm the information before acting and be prepared to dine in.
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Every Day Kids Eat Free and Cheap
Chili’s
Various Locations
When enrolled in the rewards program, get a free kid’s meal by purchasing an adult entree. Choices for kids’ entrees include cheeseburger bites, chicken fingers, a quesadilla, pizza, pasta, and mac and cheese. Source
CiCi’s Pizza
Various Locations
Children over 3 get the buffet pizza combo for $5.49 every day. This buffet pizzeria has every pizza imaginable. Source
Fricker’s
Various Locations
Get one free kid’s meal for children under 10 with each adult entrée. Kids’ entree choices include chicken wings, a hot dog, mini corn dogs, a quesadilla, and chicken strips. Source
Rusty Bucket
Various Locations
Read five books to receive a voucher for a free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entree. Kids’ entree choices include mac and cheese, chicken fingers, pizza, tacos, spaghetti, and sliders. Source
Kids Eat Free and Cheap on Mondays
Buffalo Wings & Rings
Various Locations
Kids 10 and under eat for free with a minimum adult purchase of $10. Kids’ entree choices include chicken wings, mac and cheese, a cheeseburger, mini corndogs, and chicken fingers. Source
LaRosa’s
Various Locations
Children 12 and under can enjoy “Spaghetti a Plenty” for $4.39. The only option is spaghetti. Dine-in locations only. Source
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Kids Eat Free and Cheap on Tuesdays
Bob Evans
Various Locations
Get one free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entree on the Bob Evans app. Kids’ entree choices include pancakes, chicken tenders, a cheeseburger, grilled cheese, chicken noodle soup, turkey, and other brunch foods. Source
Gold Star Chili
Various Locations
Children 12 and under eat free with an adult purchase of $8 or more after 4 p.m. Kids’ entree choices include a three-way, spaghetti, chicken fingers, a cheese coney, and a cheeseburger. Source
LaRosa’s
Various Locations
Children 12 and under can enjoy “Spaghetti a Plenty” for $4.39. Spaghetti is the only option. Dine-in locations only. Source
Ruby Tuesday
Various Locations
Purchase an adult entrée from 5 p.m. to close and get one free kid’s meal. Kid’s entree choices include chicken tenders, mac and cheese, grilled chicken, pasta, shrimp, a quesadilla, and a cheeseburger. Source
Moe’s Southwest Grill
Various Locations
Purchase an adult entrée from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and get one free kid’s meal. Kids’ entree choices include a burrito, a taco, and a quesadilla.
*Confirmed at all three locations in the Greater Cincinnati Area
Spear Ridge Cafe
Various Locations
From 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., every adult meal comes with a free kids’ meal (dine-in only). Kids’ entree choices include chicken fingers, grilled cheese, and a cheeseburger. Source
Kids Eat Free and Cheap on Wednesdays
Smashburger
Various Locations
Kids 12 and under get free kids’ meals all day by purchasing an adult entree. Kids’ entree choices include a cheeseburger and chicken fingers. Source
Red Robin
Various Locations
Kids under 11 get 50% of kids’ meals all day with a minimum purchase. Kids’ entree choices include mac and cheese, pizza, chicken fingers, a cheeseburger, corn dogs, and grilled chicken. Source
Larosa’s
Various Locations
Kids under 10 receive a one-topping pizza with either a cookie or crackers and a drink for $5.99. Dine-in locations only. Source
Quaker Steak & Lube
Various Locations
Get one Lube Cruiser meal for $1.99 with the purchase of an adult entrée. Kids’ entree choices include a cheeseburger, chicken wings, chicken tenders, and mac and cheese. Source
Roney’s
Various Locations
For just $0.99, kids receive a kid’s meal with every adult purchase (dine-in). Kids’ entree choices include a hamburger, cheeseburger, chicken tenders, chicken leg, and a roast beef sandwich. *Confirmed at both locations in the Greater Cincinnati Area
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Remember these fantastic spots for budget-friendly family dining in Cincinnati the next time you plan a family outing. If we missed any free food for kids or have an outdated deal, please contact The Voice of Black Cincinnati.
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