Home Indoor Fun Kids Eat Free at These San Diego Restaurants By Nikki WalshAugust 14, 2019 Search more like this dine infree mealscomfort foodmac and cheesearcade gameschicken nuggetschicken pot pieclam chowderfree foodfresh bakedgrilled cheesehigh chairice creammusic Read next Indoor Fun Is Disney Really the Happiest Place on Earth? Indoor Fun My Journey with Type 1 Diabetes & 5 Must-Knows Indoor Fun Add a Dreidel to Your Waffles, Just in Time for Hanukkah Indoor Fun Barbie Can Be Our Wingman Anytime with This New Collection Indoor Fun The Best New Store-Bought Snacks You Haven’t Tried Yet Can’t take the heat? Then get out of the kitchen! Hang up your apron because there are plenty of great restaurants near you where kids eat free. We’re dishing about eateries where delicious kids meals are on the house. Treat your hungry crew to pizza and pasta, burgers, kebabs and more. Scroll through our list of San Diego restaurants where kids eat free and then turn off the stove and grab the car keys, because it’s time to chow down! photo: iStock Daily/Multiple Days Per Week Bucca di BeppoKids eat free every day at Bucca di Beppo this summer! The deets: Dine in only, receive a free kids meal for each purchase of a Buca Small® Pizza, pasta, entrée or lunch item. Receive two free kids meals for each purchase of a Buca Large® Pizza, pasta or entrée. Your kiddo must be present to receive the discount.10749 Westview PkwyMira Mesa, CA 92126858-536-2822Online: bucadibeppo.comBruski Burgers & BrewOn Tuesdays and Sundays, kids get one free meal per adult entree purchased. They'll love dining on this restaurant's comfort food and you'll dig that it's on the house.9844 Hibert St.San Diego, CA 92131858-530-2739Online: bruskiburgersandbrew.comAl's Cafe in the VillagePancakes anyone? Get a free kids meal with each adult entree purchased any day of the week (kids 10 and under). Al's is open for breakfast or lunch daily.795 Carlsbad Village Dr.Carlsbad, CA 92008760-729-5448The Cheesecake FactoryIf you like a menu with lots of choices, then this is your place. Bring the baby or toddler (those still in high chairs) and receive a free banana and bread plate upon arrival at your table.789 W Harbor Dr.San Diego, CA 92101619-231-0036Online: thecheesecakefactory.comClaim JumperGet a free baby-toddler plate for kids age 3 and under any time when you go to this dinner spot. The toddler plate has applesauce, mandarin orange slices, two cheese sticks and oyster crackers.5500 Grossmont Center Dr.La Mesa, CA 91942619-469-3927Online: claimjumper.com12384 Carmel Mountain Rd.San Diego, CA 92128858-485-83701355 North Harbor Dr.San Diego, CA 92101619-469-3927Denny’sBasic kid-food from chicken nuggets to macaroni and cheese. Two kids 12 and under eat free off the kid's menu per adult entree and drink ordered. Dine-in only.Many locations throughout San DiegoOnline: dennys.comBarra Barra SaloonYou'll gobble up chips and salsa, enchiladas and quesadillas at this Mexican eatery in the middle of Old Town San Diego. Come anytime and kids 10 and under eat free with a paying adult.4016 Wallace St.San Diego, CA 92110619-291-3200Online: barrabarrasaloon.com photo: iStock Sundays BIGAVoted best Italian restaurant by several different local magazines and foodie blogs, this hot spot serves up free food for little eaters on Sunday. Kids eat free Sunday evening after 5 p.m. Littles have a choice of a kid Margherita pizza or buttered pasta when an adult meal is served.950 6th Avenue.San Diego, CA 92101619-794-0444Online: bigasandiego.comDickey's BarbequeWhether it's slow-cooked meat or the beef brisket, classic bbq for lunch or dinner always hits the spot for the fam. Receive one kid’s meal (12 and under) with $10 purchase per adult. Dine-in only.Several locations throughout San Diegodickeys.comTin Leaf Fresh KitchenFrom salads with salmon to salads with tri-tip steak, you'll eat healthy and hearty at this spot behind La Costa Cinepolis. Kids eat free after 4 p.m. on Sundays. The ten and under crowd can choose one little chef’s meal with each adult entrée purchased.6985 El Camino RealCarlsbad, CA 92009760-431-5323Online: tinleafkitchen.comDaphne'sHave you ever had a street gyros? They're delish! Kiddos 10 and under get a free meal on Sundays per adult entree purchased. The kid's meal comes with entree choice plus rice and a drink.Several locations throughout San DiegoOnline: daphnes.bizRockin Baja LobsterWhile you have the lobster you half-pint ten-and-under can chow down a burger or mac n cheese with orange wedges (or fries) for free! One free kid's meal with the purchase of adult entree and beverage. Two kids meal per table and dine-in only. Mira Mesa location only. (Kids eat free special is offered on Sundays and Mondays)!8223 Mira Mesa Blvd.Mira Mesa, CA 92126Online: rockinbaja.com/mira-mesaThe Weevil BurgerPlenty to entertain little burger eaters with an arcade, jukebox and large screen TV. Sundays, one kid meal per paying adult and little drinks are about a buck.9104 Fletcher Pkwy.La Mesa, CA 91942619-644-1010Online: restaurantji.com/ca/la-mesa/the-weevil-burger-restaurantThe Kebab ShopVeggie skewers, a lamb doner, and saffron rice will get eaten up at this local hot spot. Kids 12 and under eat free Sundays (and Saturdays!) with the purchase of an adult entree and drink.9450 Mira Mesa Blvd.San Diego, CA 92126858-586-0499Online: thekebabshop.com photo: iStock Mondays FuddruckersYou can customize your burger on a fresh-baked bun at this self-serve restaurant. After 4 p.m. on Mondays, this joint gets packed with little ones with the buy one adult meal, get a kid’s meal for $1.99 deal. Kid’s meal includes an entrée, side, kid’s drink and a cookie for dessert.Mira Mesa Shopping Center8285 Mira Mesa Blvd.San Diego, CA 92126858-693-3916Online: fuddruckers.comMission Valley891 Camino de la ReinaSan Diego, CA 92108619-299-2270La Mesa5500 Grossmont Center Dr.La Mesa, CA 91942619-589-6144Chula Vista340 3rd Ave.Chula Vista, CA 91910619-420-4881Borelli’s Pizza & Italian RestaurantGot a spaghetti-loving crew? This local’s spot serves up a good-sized free kid’s meal with each adult entrée all day on Mondays. Good to know that drinks are additional, and run about $2 each.285 N. El Camino RealSte. 106Encinitas, CA 92024760-436-1501Online: borrellispizza.netHacienda Casa BlancaLittle eaters will enjoy the colorful decor, music and free meal on Mondays for kids 10 and under with paying adult.700 North Johnson Ave.El Cajon, CA 92020619-442-9827Online: haciendacasablanca.biz photo: iStock Tuesdays DiMille'sOn Tuesdays, kids eat free after 4 p.m. with purchase of an entree.3492 Adams Ave.San Diego, CA619-283-3153Online: dimilles.com/specialsPei WeiPolish of an adult order of chow mein noodles (or another entree) and receive a free kid's meal that includes a drink. This offer is good after 4 p.m. on Tuesdays.Several locations throughout San Diego.Online: peiwei.comSouplantationFill-up on clam chowder, make-your-own salad, muffins and more at this local eatery. All day on Tuesdays, kids eat free (12 and under) with each adult meal purchased. Head over for lunch today!Several locations throughout San Diego1860 Marron Rd.Carlsbad, CA 92008760-434-9100Online: souplantation.comIgnite BistroPlenty of choices from a lobster roll and poke tacos to seared salmon and sweet and spicy bacon. On Tuesdays, kids can make their own pizza at the table for free. (Promotion days can change, we recommend calling before going).6996 El Camino RealCarlsbad, CA 92009760-438-7800Online: ignitecarlsbad.comIkeaWho doesn't love Ikea's Swedish meatballs with gravy, cranberry sauce and mashed potatoes? (Or you can substitute fresh veggies). You can satisfy that craving any Tuesday and get two kids meals per adult entree.Fenton Marketplace2149 Fenton Pkwy.San Diego, CA 92108888-888-4532Online: ikea.com/sandiegoRuby's DinerShake up Tuesdays (after 4 p.m.) with a free kid's meal that includes fries and a drink with each adult meal purchased.Good to know: In the summer, you'll need to request this sweet deal!5630 Paseo Del Norte#130 DCarlsbad, CA 92008760-931-7829Online: rubys.com1640 Camino Del Rio N.San Diego, CA 92108619-294-7829Hamburger FactoryStep into the Old West for some burgers and tater tots. There's plenty to enjoy at this cute diner. Head out on Tuesdays after 4 p.m. and kids 10 and under eat free with paying adult.14122 Midland Rd.Poway, CA 92064858-486-4575Online: hamburgerfactory.comAchiotesBrunch it out. Down an order of Huevos Rancheros with a little hot sauce and your little sidekick can eat their eggs for free. One free kid's meal (10 and under) with adult entree purchased on Tuesdays from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.4419 Camino de la PlazaSan Diego, CA 92173619-690-1494Online: achiotes.comMarie Callender’sIf you're craving comfort food from chicken pot pie to grilled cheese and delicious apple pie, hit up this local spot Tuesday (or Saturday) where kids 12 and under eat free with paying adult.Escondido515 W. 13th Ave.Escondido, CA 92025760-741-3636Online: mariecallenders.comLa Mesa Area6950 Alvarado Rd.San Diego, CA 92120619-465-1910Chula Vista330 F St.Chula Vista, CA 91910619-420-0751O's American KitchenWhile Pat and Oscar's changed its name to O's American Kitchen, they still have the best breadsticks. Hit them up anytime Tuesdays from 4-6 p.m. when an adult spends five dollars or more, the littles get one free kid's meal.Several locations throughout San DiegoOnline: osamericankitchen.com photo: iStock Wednesdays Del's HideoutWednesdays at Del’s Hideout invites adults to bring in their kids for a complimentary kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée. More perks: free mini ice-cream cones and an array of retro arcade games, a dedicated children’s activity zone complete with stationary iPads for educational gaming, alongside a dozen TVs for game day entertainment.5351 Adobe Falls Rd.San Diego, CA 92120619-255-8175Online: cohnrestaurants.com/delshideoutRed RobinRock over to this eatery all day Wednesday and with the order of one adult entree you can get up to three $1.99 kids meals. Note: This is a summer promotion.4373 La Jolla Village Dr.San Diego, CA 92122858-450-0343Online: redrobin.comOggi's Pizza Liberty StationDig into pizza or pasta after walking around Liberty Public Market. On Wednesday, receive one free kid's meal per adult entree purchased after 6 p.m.2562 Laning Rd.San Diego, CA619-876-5000Online: oggis.comEl ToritoKid-sized fajitas and cheese quesadillas are on this kids eat free menu. One kid's meal for one dollar (12 and under) for each adult entree purchased. Dine-in only.5024 Baltimore Dr.La Mesa, CA 91942619-698-7404Online: eltorito.com2693 Vista WayOceanside, CA 92054760-439-5407Hooley's Irish PubPull up a chair for good bar grub like fish and chips for you and mac n' cheese for the littles. Kids 12 and under eat free on Wednesdays with a paying adult.5500 Grossmont Center Dr.#277La Mesa, CA 91942619-713-6900Online: www.hooleys.com2955 Jamacha Rd.El Cajon, CA 92019619-670-7468 photo: Kate Loweth Thursdays Mendocino FarmsNot only do little ones get a free kid's meal when you buy an adult meal all day on Thursdays. But there's also a chalkboard to do artwork, a bean bag toss and foosball, so kids stay busy while you get to eat. You can also take your food to-go.Del Mar Highlands Town Center12873 El Camino RealCarmel Valley, CA 92130858-436-0000Online: mendocinofarms.com8795 Villa La Jolla Dr.La Jolla, CA 92037858-731-8130 -–Nikki Walsh & Beth Shea featured photo: iStock RELATED STORIES: You’ll Flip for the Best Pancakes in San Diego 11 Restaurants with Pre-Meal Distractions to Keep Kiddos Happy 8 Super Family Date Spots in San Diego Search more like this dine infree mealscomfort foodmac and cheesearcade gameschicken nuggetschicken pot pieclam chowderfree foodfresh bakedgrilled cheesehigh chairice creammusic