Kids Eat Free: 25 Atlanta Restaurants for Every Day of the Week

Kids eat free Monday-Thursday evenings from 5-6:30pm at Osteria 832 with a free Karma Club membership. Photo courtesy of Virginia Highland District
Kids eat free Monday-Thursday evenings from 5-6:30pm at Osteria 832 with a free Karma Club membership. Photo courtesy of Virginia Highland District

Want to know what day kids eat free at IHOP? Or where your kids can eat free today? We've rounded up Atlanta restaurants where kids eat free, from iHOP and other chains to local faves and sorted them by every day of the week.  What parent doesn't love FREE food?! 

 Before dining out, call the restaurant as specials can vary by location. Many Atlanta restaurants require dine-in service and the purchase of an adult entrée. 

Make sure to check our Atlanta Kids Free Things To Do Guide to find all the free things to do around town. And sign up for our free Mommy Poppins newsletter so you never miss out on fun events and activities near you.

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Atlanta Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free – Monday

1. Tijuana Joe’s Cantina - Sandy Springs and Marietta

Kids eat free on Monday with the accompanying purchase of an adult meal. While parents enjoy tacos and margaritas, children can feast on the kids' plate that includes quesadillas, enchiladas and sides like rice, refried beans, corn, or fries.

2. Suburban Tap Tavern and Grille – Marietta

Located in Marietta for over 20 years, Suburban Tap is known for team trivia and Atlanta United watch parties. Offerings include hamburgers, quesadillas, tacos, wraps, and hot wings. Head over on Monday night when kids eat free with the purchase of a regular meal. 

3. The Big Ketch Saltwater Grill - Buckhead

Kids eat free with an adult purchase on Monday evenings at Big Ketch. Kids' choices, all served with a side, include grouper nuggets, mini shrimp, a cheeseburger, and chicken fingers (fried, grilled, or blackened).

Atlanta Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free– Tuesday

4. Atlanta Bread Company – Sandy Springs, Smyrna, Woodstock, Cumming

Fresh artisan bread is what makes Atlanta Bread Company so good. The local chain also serves delicious soups and salads. Every Tuesday, dine here after 5pm when the kids' meal is free with the purchase of an adult meal. 

5. Cherry Street Brewing - Alpharetta

When visiting Halcyon, stop by this popular brewpub featuring a variety of craft beers and a full restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. Kids can eat free on Tuesday evenings from 5-9pm with an accompanying adult purchase of $12. 

6. Denny’s – Norcross

Bring the family on Tuesday 4-10pm when kids eat free with the purchase of an adult entrée. Kids can select breakfast for dinner, chicken tenders, mac and cheese, and other items also on the kids’ menu. Bring grandparents too as the restaurant offers discounted meals for those 55 and up.

7. Miller's Ale House - Kennesaw, Alpharetta, McDonough, Snellville

This sports bar offers a bit of everything. Every Tuesday, kids eat free with an adult purchase of $10, excluding alcohol. Kids' choices include shrimp platter, mini burgers, and quesadillas.

8. Mojo Pizza n' Pub - Decatur

When visiting Decatur, stop by Mojo Pizza n' Pub where kids receive $5 off the kid's menu every Tuesday evening with an accompanying adult purchase. Choices include a slice of pizza, spaghetti, penne pasta, or a salad, which come with a beverage, small garlic twist, and cookie. Dine in only. 

9. Public House 28 - Westside

If you're tired of chain restaurants, visit this family-friendly neighborhood spot offering a variety of burgers, wings, sandwiches, and more. Kids eat free every Tuesday with an adult purchase. All kids' meals include a side of sliced apples or fries.

10. Alessio’s Restaurant and Pizzeria – Roswell, Johns Creek, Cumming

With a minimum purchase of $10, kids ages 10 and under eat free on Tuesday. Come for pizza or Italian specialties served with garlic knots. Youngsters have plenty of pasta options, as well as pizza and chicken tenders.

11. Taqueria Tsunami – Multiple Locations

Taqueria Tsunami is a blend of Asian and Mexican cuisine and offers fresh fare. Taqueria Tykes on Tuesday allows kids 10 and under to eat free with each adult entrée purchase.

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Atlanta Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free – Wednesday

12. Paradise South of the Border – Marietta

Paradise South allows kids to eat free every Wednesday with an adult entrée purchase. Kids' meals include a taco, enchilada, chicken tenders, and more. Located under the same roof as Paradise Grill, you can order from its menu of American food if you prefer. 

Varner’s Restaurant and TavernL Atlanta Kids eat free
Varner's is a great Friday night spot for adults to gather while the kids eat for free. Photo courtesy of the restaurant

Atlanta Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free– Friday

13. Varner’s Restaurant and Tavern – Smyrna

In addition to providing free shuttle service to see the Atlanta Braves at nearby Truist Park, Varner's is a fun place to watch sports games, shoot pool, and play trivia. Kids eat free every Friday with an adult meal purchase. 

Atlanta Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free– Sunday

14. Dickey's Barbecue Pit - Douglasville

Every Sunday, kids 12 and under eat free with an adult purchase of $12 at select locations only. The kids meal includes a choice of meat, side, and drink. If you want to eat at home, order the meal to go and enter the code KEFOLO to get free kids meal as carryout for a limited time. 

15. Genki Noodles and Sushi - Sandy Springs

At Genki Noodles in Sandy Springs, kids ages 10 and under receive a free kids' meal with the purchase of an adult meal after 5pm on Sundays. Kids' choices are served with fruit, rice or noodles, beverage, and ice cream.  

Mo's Southwest Grill Atlanta Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free
"Welcome to Moe's" and let kids chow down at Moe's Southwest Grill every Sunday for free!

16. Moe’s Southwest Grill – Multiple Locations

Moe's allows kids to choose a kids meal, including chips and salsa, a drink, and cookie. Dine here on Sunday evening, when the kids’ meal is free with an accompanying $6 purchase. While most Moe's locations offer this promotion on Sundays, some locations offer it on other days. 

17. Sushi Matsuya – Toco Hills

Head to Sushi Matsuya where little ones eat free every Sunday from the kids menu. Kids' choices include potstickers, fried rice, noodles, and a shrimp and tempura vegetable combo.

Hobnob Neighborhood Tavern: Atlanta Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free
Hobnob Neighborhood Tavern offers delicious options on its kid's menu. 

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18. Butcher and Brew - Alpharetta

Another Halcyon brewpub, Butcher & Brew, offers free kids meals every Monday through Thursday evening from 4-6pm with a $20 adult purchase. The kids' burger, cheeseburger, and chicken tenders come with a side of fries. 

19. Hobnob Neighborhood Tavern – Multiple Locations

Every Sunday through Thursday, 5-7pm, kids 12 and under eat free with purchase of an adult entrée at Hobnob. To receive this benefit, sign up for the free loyalty card. Perks also include a free appetizer or dessert when you sign up and a free entrée during your birthday month. 

Flying Biscuit Cafe: Atlanta Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free
The angelic biscuits at Flying Biscuit are free for kids Monday through Friday at certain locations. 

20. Flying Biscuit Cafe – Multiple Locations

At select Flying Biscuit Cafes, kids eat free every Monday through Friday. In addition to serving breakfast all day, menu offerings include burgers, sandwiches, bowls, and some vegan options. Make sure to order the fluffy Flying Biscuit served with cranberry-apple butter. 

21. Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse - Buckhead and Dunwoody

Brazilian steakhouse Fogo de Chao features the prix fixe Churrasco Experience with all-you-can-eat cuts of meat, salad, and Brazilian side dishes. Kids ages 6 and under eat free every day of the week, while kids ages 7-12 eat at half price. 

22. IHOP – Multiple Locations

At select IHOP locations, kids 12 and under eat free every day from 4-10pm for a limited time. Brighten your child's day and get the buttermilk pancakes with sprinkles or chocolate chip pancakes with a smiley face.

23. Osteria 832 – Virginia-Highland

Kids eat free every Monday through Thursday evening from 5-6:30pm at Osteria 832 with a free Karma Club membership. While the kids dive into spaghetti, mac and cheese, or pizza; parents can relax with a glass of wine. Park behind American Roadhouse where you’ll get two hours of free validated parking.

24. Ruby Tuesday – Marietta, College Park, Lithonia, East Point

After 5pm every Tuesday and all day every Friday, kids 12 and under eat free with the purchase of an adult entrée at Ruby Tuesday. The kids' menu includes cheeseburger sliders, pizza, and chicken tenders, all served with fruit, vegetables, or fries.

Bruster's Ice Cream Atlanta Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free
Bruster's Ice Cream is a sweet treat for kids and adults alike!

25. Bruster’s Ice Cream – Multiple Locations

After your family dinner, head to Bruster’s where kids under 40 inches tall receive a free Baby Cone. It’s also a great place to celebrate a good report card, birthday, or team win. And if you bring Fido, you’ll receive a free doggie sundae (complete with dog bone!) at participating locations.

Unless noted, photos by the author

Places featured in this article:


Tijuana Joe's Cantina - Sandy Springs

Atlanta Bread Company - Smyrna

Alessio's Restaurant and Pizzeria - Johns Creek

Alessio's Restaurant and Pizzeria - Roswell

Alessio's Restaurant and Pizzeria - Cumming

Hobnob Neighborhood Tavern - Town Brookhaven

Hobnob Neighborhood Tavern - Perimeter

Hobnob Neighborhood Tavern - Atlantic Station

Flying Biscuit Cafe - Town Brookhaven

Hobnob Neighborhood Tavern - Halcyon

Cherry Street Brewpub at Halcyon

Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse - Atlanta