Our family loves to eat out for special occasions, and when we do we use coupons and/or seek a restaurant where kids eat free or cheap with the purchase of an adult meal!
This is a list of restaurants in the Twin Cities area where kids eat free, that I was able to verify.
Please note that these deals are only valid at participating locations and may vary so check before you go! ALL LISTINGS HERE ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE!
Also most places do require the purchase of an adult meal for kids to eat free, even if they do not list it on their website. Check with each location.
These deals were last verified on September 1, 2025.
Twin Cities area restaurants:
Bennett’s Chop & Railhouse (St. Paul & Hudson, WI): Kids 10 and under eat free on Sundays.
Boulevard Bar & Grill (Coon Rapids): Kids 12 and under eat free Sundays 4-9pm from kids menu. One child per paid adult.
Broadway Bar & Pizza (various locations): Kids eat free on Family Night at participating locations (usually Mondays). Call in advance.
Celts Craft House (Apple Valley): Kids eat free on Sundays (One free kid’s meal per adult entree purchased).
Gabe’s Bar & Kitchen (St. Paul): Kids eat free on Sundays from 10:00am – 2:00pm.
Jersey’s Bar & Grill (Inver Grove Heights): Kids eat free on Thursdays with the purchase of an adult meal.
McHugh’s Public House/Irish Sports Bar (Savage): Kids Eat Free Sundays with the purchase of an adult meal.
The Melting Pot (Minneapolis): Kids eat free on Sundays with each purchase of an adult 4 course dinner: “For each adult 4 course dinner we will offer one complimentary $9.95 child’s entrée plate for free.” Note: I’ve heard great things about this unique place!
Mill Valley Kitchen (3906 Excelsior Blvd, St Louis Park, and 150 Broadway Ave S, Rochester): Every Sunday 4-8pm, kids eat free! Up to 2 kids free per adult. This is not widely advertised but we enjoyed this on a Sunday in May 2025 (see kids meals above)! On their website they say on Sundays 3pm-close, kids eat for $5. Limit one discounted meal per child age 12 and under. But be sure to ask about our the free kids meals. Read about our experience!
The Nook (St. Paul): Kids eat free from the kids menu on Sundays from 4-9pm. One child per paying adult.
The Patty Wagon (6042 Nicollet Avenue, Minneapolis) – Kids eat free every Sunday! One kid meal per adult entree ordered.
Patrick’s Cafe (Edina) – Kids eat free every Tuesday 5:30pm – close with an entree purchase. Kid’s meal must be of equal or lesser value.
Shamrocks (St. Paul): Kids eat free from the kids menu on Sundays from 4-9pm. One child per paying adult.
Space Aliens Grill & Bar (Albertville): On Tuesdays, kids 10 & under can get a special pizza deal (this changes so check website). Dine-in only.
Sunshine Factory (Plymouth): Kids eat free Sundays (1 meal per paid adult entree).
Tailgate Sports Cafe (6050 Nicollet Avenue, Minneapolis) – Kids eat free all day on Saturdays from 11:00am – 9:00pm with purchase of an adult meal (one child per adult).
Willy McCoy’s (various locations): Kids eat free Sundays from 5:00 – 8:00pm. One free kids meal with the purchase of one adult entree. Specials cannot be combined.
Mall of America Toddler Tuesday Deals:
These restaurants offer free kids meals for younger kids on Tuesdays as part of the Mall’s Toddler Tuesday promotion.
Cantina Laredo (Mall of America): Kids eat free on Tuesdays. One adult meal must be purchased for every child’s free meal. Valid for lunch or dinner every Tuesday. Children must be six years or under, unless otherwise specified by the restaurant. Not valid with any other offer. Other exclusions may apply. See restaurant for details.
Cedar & Stone, Urban Table (Mall of America): Kids eat free on Tuesdays. One adult meal must be purchased for every child’s free meal. Valid for lunch or dinner every Tuesday. Children must be six years or under, unless otherwise specified by the restaurant. Not valid with any other offer. Other exclusions may apply. See restaurant for details.
Margaritavilla (Mall of America): On Toddler Tuesdays, get one free kid’s meal per adult entrée purchased. One adult meal must be purchased for every child’s free meal. Valid for lunch or dinner every Tuesday. Children must be six years or under, unless otherwise specified by the restaurant. Not valid with any other offer. Other exclusions may apply. See restaurant for details.
Twin City Grill (Mall of America): Kids eat free on Tuesdays. One adult meal must be purchased for every child’s free meal. Valid for lunch or dinner every Tuesday. Children must be six years or under, unless otherwise specified by the restaurant. Not valid with any other offer. Other exclusions may apply. See restaurant for details.
Also, check out my list:
15 Free Things to Do with Kids at the Mall of America (& FREE Printable Scavenger Hunt)!
National Chains:
Culver’s: Kids 12 and under get a free frozen custard with the purchase of a kids meal (valid daily).
Denny’s: Kids Eat Free with adult entrée purchase of $6 or more. Days and participation vary by location. Restrictions may apply. See store for details.
Green Mill: On Tuesdays, kids 12 and under eat free with a paid adult entree. Limit 1 kids meals per adult entree.
Pizza Ranch: Kids eat free on Tuesday nights. Most Pizza Ranch locations offer a free kid’s buffet with each purchase of an Adult Buffet at regular price. Availability and hours vary by location. Check your Pizza Ranch for details.
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