The Easter holidays can be one of the most expensive times of year for families, with two weeks to fill, rising food costs and the added pressure of keeping children entertained.
Eating out, even occasionally, can quickly add up – turning what should be a simple lunch into a significant expense.
But across the UK, major restaurant chains, pubs and supermarket cafés are rolling out “kids eat free” and £1 meal deals, helping families enjoy meals out without stretching the budget.
These offers are becoming increasingly important as households continue to feel the squeeze.
Zoe Morris, savings expert at VoucherCodes, says: “The school holidays can put extra pressure on family finances, especially when it comes to food.
“Eating out can feel like a luxury, but these deals make it far more accessible.
“Whether it’s a quick lunch while shopping or a family dinner, planning around kids eat free offers can make a real difference. In some cases, families can cut the cost of a meal out by nearly half.”
The deals are available across breakfast, lunch and dinner, and while many require the purchase of an adult meal, the savings can still be substantial – particularly for larger families.
Below is the full list of where kids can eat free or for less this Easter 2026.
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Supermarket cafés and casual stops
Asda Café Kids eat for £1 all day, every day (no adult spend required)https://storelocator.asda.com
Dobbies Garden Centres Kids eat for £1 with adult meal (breakfast or lunch)https://www.dobbies.com
Dunelm Pausa Café Kids eat free with £4 adult spendhttps://www.dunelm.com
Morrisons Café Free kids meal with £5 adult spendhttps://my.morrisons.com
IKEA Restaurant Kids meals from 95phttps://www.ikea.com
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Restaurant chains
ASK Italian Kids eat free (27 March–19 April)https://www.askitalian.co.uk
Bella Italia Kids eat free Sunday to Thursday with adult mealhttps://www.bellaitalia.co.uk
Bill’s Up to two kids eat free (weekdays, 30 March–10 April)https://bills-website.co.uk
Burger King Free kids meal via app (selected sites)https://www.burgerking.co.uk
BrewDog Kids eat free (28 March–22 April)https://www.brewdog.com
Café Rouge Kids eat free daily from 12pm to 4pmhttps://www.caferouge.com
Franco Manca Free kids pizza Monday to Thursdayhttps://www.francomanca.co.uk
Frankie & Benny’s Kids eat free during the holidayshttps://www.frankieandbennys.com
Las Iguanas Free kids meal with adult mainhttps://www.iguanas.co.uk
Marco Pierre White Restaurants Kids eat free with adult mealhttps://www.mpwrestaurants.co.uk
OK Diners Kids eat free with adult mainhttps://www.okdiners.com
Preto Kids eat free evenings and weekendshttps://www.preto.co.uk
Purezza Kids eat free with adult mealhttps://www.purezza.co.uk
Slug & Lettuce Kids eat for £1 (30 March–10 April)https://www.slugandlettuce.co.uk
The Real Greek Free kids meal with £15 spend on Sundayshttps://www.therealgreek.com
YO! Sushi Kids eat free Monday to Friday with £10 spendhttps://yosushi.com
Zizzi Kids eat free via app offerhttps://www.zizzi.co.uk
Turtle Bay Free kids meal with £15 adult spendhttps://www.turtlebay.co.uk
Pubs and family dining
Farmhouse Inns Two kids eat free Monday to Fridayhttps://www.farmhouseinns.co.uk
Sizzling Pubs Kids eat for £1 weekday afternoonshttps://www.sizzlingpubs.co.uk
Gordon Ramsay Restaurants Kids eat free with adult dininghttps://www.gordonramsayrestaurants.com
Breakfast deals
Beefeater Two kids eat free with adult breakfasthttps://www.beefeater.co.uk
Brewers Fayre Two kids eat free breakfasthttps://www.brewersfayre.co.uk
Premier Inn Kids eat free breakfasthttps://www.premierinn.com
Table Table Two kids eat free breakfasthttps://www.tabletable.co.uk
Travelodge Kids breakfast from £1https://www.travelodge.co.uk
Whitbread Inns Two kids eat free breakfasthttps://www.whitbreadinns.co.uk
The Lounges Free kids breakfast at selected locationshttps://thelounges.co.uk
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The Easter school holidays in most parts of the UK run from late March into mid-April, although dates can vary by region.
With demand likely to be high, it’s worth checking terms and booking ahead where possible.
Most offers require an adult meal purchase and may be limited to specific days, times or locations. It’s always worth checking details in advance.