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2025 DC Kids Eat Free Calendar + Map

We know where kids eat free, DC families!

Check our map and calendar to see local spots and chains where kids eat free near you today or any day of the week in the DC area.

Many kid-friendly restaurants offer deals for free kids meals or big discounts that make them almost free. So you can have an easy dinner option while saving money on a fun night out with the family.

These deals can change and might not apply to all locations, so call ahead to confirm the discount is still valid.


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    meridianpint.com

    Meridian Pint

    Meridian Pint is a great location to take the family out to have a casual yet tasty meal and perhaps watch a sports game on TV. Kids eat free Monday - Wednesday!

    Arlington, VA
    ikea.com

    IKEA College Park

    Ikea's food offerings are budget friendly to begin with, and even more so on Wednesdays, when kids eat free (two free kids meals with the purchase of one adult meal). Try the famous Swedish meatballs or stick with the familiar mac and cheese.

    College Park, MD
    Smashburger

    Smashburger

    Kids eat free every Wednesday at Smashburger with the purchase of an adult meal (entrée, side, & drink).

    Gainesville, VA
    eggspectation.com

    Eggspectation

    This restaurant will surpass your "Eggspectations" for a family dinner night out. Their menu is one to impress - it has egg dishes, a plethora of sandwich options, crepes, burgers, pasta dishes , fish n' chips, and various other mouthwatering American plates. Kids eat free on Saturdays at select locations.

    Owings Mills, MD
    dickeys.com

    Dickeys Barbecue Pit

    All of Dickey's signature meats are smoked overnight, every night in every Dickey's location. Their home-style sides are all family recipes passed down through generations. Kids eat free at select Dickey's locations on Sundays!

    Herndon, VA
    surfsidedc.com

    Surfside

    Surfside has established itself as one of DC’s favorite spots for the best tacos, burritos, and fresh-Mex in town. Kids eat free on Mondays with purchase of adult entrée.

    Washington, DC

    Picante!

    At Picante, kids can enjoy their traditional Mexican food for free on Monday nights. Picante's menu features tacos, quesadillas, enchiladas, burritos and more!

    Chantilly, VA

    Brookland Pint

    At Brookland Pint, a large percentage of their chef-driven, seasonal menu is sourced from local and regional farms. Kids eat free on Tuesdays. Up to two kids under 12 can enjoy a free kid's meal with the purchase of an adult entrée or burger.

    Washington, DC

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