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Have you ever planned to eat out and wondered whether the restaurant you were interested in visiting offers free Kid’s Meals or discounts? We’re excited to have put together The Master List of Kids Eat for Free Place for the Capital District (Upstate), New York.
Kids Eat Free Places – Capital District, New York
Everybody’s trying to save a buck these days and trying to meal plan at home. But hey, sometimes you want to treat yourself to a decent meal at a restaurant.
Kids Eat for Free specials have been around for years, traditionally used by sit-down type restaurants to bring in customers. Lately, we are seeing more deals in some untraditional areas.
Consider these restaurants a win-win for the entire family: From Monday through Sunday, visit these popular chain restaurants like Ruby Tuesday, Chili’s, and Denny’s to get breakfast, lunch, or dinner for kids without even breaking out your wallet.
If you know of any local restaurants that take part in a program like this, please let us know and I will update you accordingly.
Note: Restaurants may change these specials at any time, so please contact them before your visit to ensure their promotion is still current.
This list has been cultivated for Upstate New York. This list was updated last on 1/24/2022.
Every Day Meal Deals
| Cici’s Pizza | At participating locations, kids under the age of 3 eat free when you purchase a full-price adult entrée. Some locations choose to this a specific day every week instead of every day, so call ahead! Otherwise, the kid’s buffet is $1.49 with the purchase of an adult buffet. |
| Chili’s | My Chili’s Rewards members can receive Free Kids Meal rewards offers that can be redeemed in-restaurant or online. |
| Denny’s Restaurants | Kids eat for free on their birthday, and restaurant participation may vary by location. Offer is valid for up to two free kid’s entrées from the kid’s menu. One adult entrée purchase of $6.00 or more is required. Offer valid for dine-in only. |
| IHOP | Everyday kids eat free at IHOP if they are 12 and under. Kids can get 1 free kids’ menu item per adult entrée purchased from 4 pm to Close. The drink is not included. – The only catch is that the “kids eat free” promotion seems to come and go at different times of the year. Check the IHOP Facebook page for the latest. |
| Golden Corral | Children ages 3 and under eat for free. (Because of COVID limited restaurants are open – see locations) |
| Red Robin | When you join Red Robin Royalty, kids will get a FREE burger or entrée during their birthday month. Sign up for their emails for notifications of Kids’ meal offers (typically $1.99). Usually offered with the purchase of an adult entrée. |
Monday
Tuesday
| Casa Real Mexican | Not Free. Kids’ meals are $1.99. |
| Denny’s Restaurants | From 4 pm-10 pm Kids 10 And Under eat for FREE. Up To Two Free Kids’ Entrees From Kids’ Menu Per One Regularly Priced Adult Entrée Purchase. Selection & Prices May Vary. |
| Johnny Rockets | Kids ages 12 & under eat free. Kids can get 1 free kids’ menu item per adult entrée purchased – All Day. (Crossgates Mall) |
| Pancho’s | Kids eat for free all day with the purchase of an adult meal. |
| Miller’s Ale House | Kid’s eat for Free every Tuesday for dine-in or delivery! Use code KEF24 when ordering from our website or mobile app. *One free kid’s meal with the purchase of a $10+ meal, limit 2 per table. Must log in or register for an account. |
| Uno’s Pizza | All day; kids who order off the kid’s menu with an adult entrée purchase will be free. (Albany, NY Location) |
| Ruby Tuesday | Get One free kid’s meal with each adult entrée purchased. |
Wednesday
| Friendly’s | Kids ages 12 & under eat free. Kids can get 1 free kids’ menu item per adult entrée purchased – All Day. |
| Red Robin | Get 50% OFF Kids’ Meals every single Wednesday. Use Promo Code: KIDSMEAL50. Limit 4 kids’ meals per adult entrée order. Valid for kids under 11 years old. |
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
| Denny’s Restaurants | From 4 pm-10 pm Kids 10 And under eat for free. Up To Two Free Kids’ Entrees From the Kids’ Menu per one adult entrée purchase. Selection & Prices May Vary. |
Sunday
| Casa Real Mexican | Not Free. Kids’ meals are $1.99. |
| Moe’s Southwest Grill | Every Sunday, your child, 12 and under, gets their choice of kid’s burrito, taco, or quesadilla + chips & salsa, drink, and cookie comes with every meal. One free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée of $6 or more. |
| Firehouse Subs | If it’s your kid’s birthday, head to Firehouse Subs for a free kids combo when you buy a medium or large sub, chips, and drink. |
| Mexican Connection | For children aged 12 and under. One kids’ menu meal per regular menu entrée purchased. Not to be combined with any other discount, coupon, or promotion. (Temporary Discontinued) |
Other Kids Eat Free Opportunities
| 99 Restaurants | Kids will eat for free when the Red Sox win. Must join REWARDS to get a free Kids Meal with any adult entrée purchase. |
| Halloween | Kids Eat for Free Offers on Halloween, Plus Other Meal Discounts |
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