How do I love thee, kids-eat-free nights? Let me count the ways. First, there’s the free food. Second, I don’t have to cook. Third, lots of other people will probably be there for the kids’ night specials, too, so no one will care if your kids aren’t on their best behavior.
Below are some locally owned and chain establishments that offer freebie deals on select nights. Note: There were plenty of others that were suggested by people and/or appeared on other online lists, but if I couldn’t get confirmation that they offered FREE meals (not discounted) for kids on a weekly basis via website, social media, or phone before press time, I left them off our list.
Also, be sure to double-check before you load up the kids and go — there’s no guarantee that they won’t randomly cancel or change the dates and details!
MONDAY
Bistro Byronz (Mandeville)
Dine in only. One free kid meal with the purchase of adult entree. (985) 951-7595; http://www.bistrobyronzmandeville.com/
Mugshots (Covington)
All day, every Monday, when you purchase an adult entree at Mugshots Covington you get one meal off the mini mugs menu for free. (985) 893-2422; Mugshotsgrillandbar.com
Los Tres Amigos (Slidell)
After 3pm, kids eat free with purchase of an adult meal. (985) 643-2789; http://www.lostresamigosmexicangrill.com/
TUESDAY
Applebee’s (Both Shores)
Each franchise determines the details of its kids’ night. Some offering free kids meals with the purchase of an entree by an adult, while others offer kids menu items for under $1.99. Check your local listings for details. https://www.applebees.com
Creole Tomateaux (Mandeville)
Kids (13 & under) get a free kid’s meal (includes fries & a drink) with every adult entree purchase. (985) 951-2650; creoletomateaux.com
Denny’s (Metairie)
A few of the free menu items available to kids 10 and under with the purchase of an adult entrée priced at $2.50 or more every Tuesday from 4-10 pm. (504) 454-8840; https://www.dennys.com/
Hooter’s (Both Shores)
All day Tuesday, kids eat free off the kids’ menu. https://hootersoflouisiana.com/events/kids-eat-free/
Ruby Tuesday (Slidell)
From 5pm to close, Ruby Tuesday offers free kids meals with the purchase of an adult entree. (985) 639-3466; http://burgers.rubytuesday.com/menu/kids
Sicily’s Italian Buffet (Harvey)
Two kids eat free per adult entree. (985) 643-2789; https://m.facebook.com/Sicilys-Italian-Buffet-130585242877/
Sombrero’s (Covington)
Two kids eat free per adult entree. (985) 892-5950; http://www.mysombreros.com/specials.html
TGI Fridays
Kids eat free on Tuesdays from 3 to 9 p.m. at participating locations. https://www.fridays.gr/en/
WEDNESDAY
Mi Mamacitas (Mandeville)
One free kids meal per adult meal, plus kids get a free cupcake. (985) 674-1400; https://www.facebook.com/mimamacitas/
Times Bar and Grill (Mandeville & Slidell)
Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult entree. http://www.timesgrill.com
THURSDAY
The Beach House (Mandeville)
One child meal free per adult entree purchased. (985) 624-9331; http://www.beachhousemandeville.com/
FRIDAY
Couldn’t find any Friday freebies!
SATURDAY
Steak ‘n Shake (Covington)
A free kids meal with every $9 purchase on Saturdays & Sundays. https://www.steaknshake.com/menu_specials/kids-eat-free/
SUNDAY
Steak ‘n Shake (Covington)
A free kids meal with every $9 purchase on Saturdays & Sundays. https://www.steaknshake.com/menu_specials/kids-eat-free/
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit (Both Shores)
The famous BBQ restaurant lets kids eat free on Sundays with a $10 purchase from an adult. The offer is only good for dine-in only and children must be age 12 and under. And always free soft serve ice cream. https://www.dickeys.com/
