They say the best things in life are free—and these San Diego restaurants would agree. They offer free meals to kids on certain days, often with an adult meal purchase, which is great for families who want to eat out together.
Offers may vary by location and season or days and are subject to change; be sure to verify information before planning your outing.
Alejandra’s Fine Mexican Food and Cantina
858-500-5150
Carlsbad: 6996 El Camino Real
Every Monday, children 12 and under enjoy a complimentary meal from the kids menu with the purchase of an accompanying adult entrée. Kids menu includes cheese quesadilla, chicken tenders, and grilled flat-iron steak – each served with a choice of fries or rice & beans.
Barra Barra Saloon
619-291-3200
Old Town: 4016 Wallace St.
Kids 10 and under eat free every day with a paying adult - includes any kid's menu item, milk or water, and a healthy side dish!
Batch & Box
UTC: 4577 La Jolla Village Dr., #1211
Del Mar: 12843 El Camino Real, #107
Head to Batch & Box for Tot Tuesday where every child under age 10 can get a free 2 oz cookie and a Batch & Box balloon.
Burger Lounge
Multiple locations
Every Tuesday, kids get one free Kid's Lounge Meal with the purchase of any entree. Available for dine-in, takeout and delivery.
Coaster Saloon
858-488-4438
Mission Beach: 744 Ventura Pl.
Kids eat free all day every Wednesday with the purchase of a full-price adult entree of $14 or more.
Del's Hideout
619-255-8175
Allied Gardens/Del Cerro: 5351 Adobe Falls Rd.
Complimentary kid’s meal (12 and under) with purchase of an adult entrée valued at $14 or more every Wednesday.
Denny's
Kids eat free with adult entree purchase of $6 or more. Days and participation vary by location. Restrictions may apply.
Dickey's Barbecue Pit
Multiple Locations
Kids under 12 eat free all day every Sunday. Includes one kid's meal per check with a $12 purchase. Valid for dine-in only.
El Torito
619-698-7404
La Mesa: 5024 Baltimore Dr.
While not completely free, all kid's menu items are just $1 on Wednesdays with each adult entrée.
Giaola Italian Kitchen
858-400-4555
Carlsbad (Bressi Ranch): 2668 Gateway Rd., Ste 180
Every Monday, children 12 and under enjoy a complimentary meal from the kids menu with the purchase of an accompanying adult entrée. Kids menu includes spaghetti & meatballs, pizza (cheese or pepperoni), and chicken tenders with fries.
Hamburger Factory
858-486-4575
Poway: 14122 Midland Rd.
Kids (10 and under) eat free with each paid adult entree all day, every Tuesday.
The Kebab Shop
858-879-0433
Carmel Mountain: 11122 Rancho Carmel Dr. #2
Get one free kids meal with a regular menu item plus fountain drink purchased every Saturday and Sunday.
Luna Grill
Kids ages 10 and under eat free every Mon.-Thurs. with the purchase of an adult entree. Dine in only.
Max's Kitchen Cocina Mexicana
619-303-6314
Spring Valley: 9142 Campo Rd.
Kids ages 8 and under eat for free on weekends with the purchase of an adult entree.
Mendocino Farms
858-731-8130
Del Mar: 12873 El Camino Real; 858-436-0000
La Jolla: 8795 Villa La Jolla Dr.; 858-731-8130
Kids eat free every Thursday with the purchase of an adult entree. Not available for online ordering. Del Mar and La Jolla locations only.
Pesto Italian Craft Kitchen (College)
619-393-8359
6011 El Cajon Blvd.
Kids eat free and make their own pizza every Wednesday. Not to be combined with any other discount or special. College Area location only.
Pioneer BBQ
619-825-7787
San Carlos: 8622 Lake Murray Blvd.
Complimentary kid’s meal (12 and under) with purchase of an adult entrée valued at $14 or more every Wednesday.
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Updated: Sept 2023
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