Schools are closed, you’re working from home, and, let’s face it, the store shelves are pretty bare. All you want is a hot meal you dodn’t have to cook and maybe a few minutes out of the house. Luckily, local eateries are pulling together just like the rest of us. Check out these six places that will feed your kids for free when you place your order for curbside pickup.
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Good Stuff Eatery
Delicious burgers and fries are the comfort foods we’re craving and Good Stuff Eatery is one of the best places to get a hand-crafted burger. Add a hand spun shake or a float to round out the meal for an at-home indulgence. ! Not in the mood for a burger? Make any burger a chicken sandwich or order one of their fresh salads instead. For each adult meal, you can get up to two kid meals for free! Their Capitol Hill location is open daily 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. Georgetown is open Mon. – Sat. 11:30 a.m. – 10 p.m. and Sun. 11:30 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Capitol Hill
303 Pennsylvania Ave SE
202-543-8222
Georgetown
3291 M St NW
202-337-4663
Online: www.goodstuffeatery.com
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We, The Pizza
We, The Pizza has you covered for hot, melty goodness. Add some knots, wings, and a soda or two, and you’ve got dinner in an instant. With pizza by the slice, or a whole medium or large pie, you can make sure everyone has exactly what they want. All pick-up orders are part of their “kids eat free” program during the crisis. They’re open daily 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.
305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE
202-544-4008
Online: www.wethepizza.com
photo: Jakub Kapusnak via Foodies Feed
Santa Rosa Taqueria
Nachos, tacos, burritos, just the thought makes your mouth water, doesn’t it? Sometimes Mexican food is the best comfort food, and Santa Rosa Taqueria offers up some of the best around. They’ve also got salads, quesadillas, and a variety of bowls. Try something different every day! With each adult meal purchased for pickup, you can get two kid meals for free. Their hours are Mon. – Sat. 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
315 Pennsylvania Ave. SE
202-450-4800
Online: www.santarosataqueria.com
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Brookland Pint
This restaurant takes curbside pickup to the next level: you can add one of 24 lines of beer to your takeout order! They offer quesadillas, salads, sandwiches and burgers, all done to order. Their kid’s menu is perfect for kids, with traditional kid favorites like hot dogs and mac & cheese. Got a kiddo or two with a small appetite? Order from the Everyday Sides & Small Appetites kid’s menu instead! You get one free kid meal with each adult meal purchased. Their hours are 5 p.m – 10 p.m.
Insider’s tip: they’ll also give you a free roll of toilet paper with your order!
716 Monroe St NE
202-758-2757
Online: www.brooklandpint.com
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Meridian Pint
Meridian Pint, like its sister restaurant Brookland Pint, takes takeout food to a whole new level with beer to-go. Their menu is hearty with lots of filling meals. From burgers to sandwiches, salads to pasta, you can find something for everyone. Don’t forget dessert! Their Avery’s Thin Mint Cheesecake is made with Girl Scout cookies bought from local troop 60076. You can get a free kid meal with each adult meal purchased. They are currently open 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. daily.
Insider’s tip: A free roll of toilet paper is included with all orders.
6035 Wilson Blvd
Arlington, VA 22205
703-300-9655
Online: www.meridianpint.com
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Sticky Rice
Sushi lovers can still indulge with curbside pickup at Sticky Rice. Their usual menu is available, including alcohol and the kid’s menu. Pick your favorites and let your mouth water as you imagine the delicious flavors and textures when you sink your teeth into them.
Sticky Rice is allowing kids to eat free every day from the kid’s menu with each adult order. Plus, if you order a sushi roll, you can get a free roll of toilet paper.
They’re open Sun. – Wed. 11:30 a.m. – 11 p.m., and Thurs. – Sat. 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 a.m. That makes them perfect for satisfying a late night craving!
1224 H St NE
202-397-7655
Online: www.stickyricedc.com
—Wendy Miller
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