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20+ UK restaurants where kids eat free this half term - February 2026

Stela Wade
Written by Stela Wade
Copywriter at thinkmoney
11th Feb 2026
2 minute read

Many UK chain restaurants are running kids‑eat‑free or £1 meal deals this February half term, making it easier to take the kids out for a treat without breaking the bank.

20+ kids eat free & £1 deals for half term

We’ve rounded up some of the best kids eat free deals below. Always check your local branch before you travel, as deals can vary.

Angus Steakhouse 

Based in London, Angus Steakhouse is a classic British steakhouse known for grills, burgers and family‑friendly menus. 

  • Deal: One child aged 8 or under can eat free from the Kids Menu with a paying adult.  

  • When: Daily, 12pm–5pm, except for Saturdays in Bond Street and Oxford Circus branches.  

ASK Italian

ASK Italian is a modern Italian chain loved for pizza, pasta and kid‑friendly options with branches all over the UK.

Deal: Up to two free kids’ meals with any adult main when you download the ASK Perks app; this offer works well if you have two kids and you’re a single parent, for example.

  • When: 8–22 February 2026 (not valid after 5pm on 14 Feb).

Asda Café

Asda Café is a supermarket café offering simple, budget‑friendly meals, but it’s a good option if you’re doing your food shop anyway, and you want to treat the kids.

  • Deal: Kids eat for £1 all day, every day; no adult spend is required.

  • When: Ongoing; this offer is available all year round.

Banana Tree

Banana Tree is a Southeast Asian restaurant serving Thai, Vietnamese and Malaysian dishes.

  • Deal: One child eats free when an adult buys a main.

  • When: 15-20 February, 2026.

Beefeater & Brewers Fayre

Beefeaters & Brewers Fayre are well‑known British pub‑restaurant chains serving grills and big breakfasts. If you want to treat the kids to breakfast, their kids eat free deal is a great option.

  • Deal: Two kids under 16 eat breakfast free with every paying adult breakfast.

  • When: This deal is ongoing.

Bella Italia

Bella Italia is relaxed Italian chain with colouring sheets and plenty of kid‑friendly choices, plus a generous kids eat free offer.

  • Deal: Kids aged 2–11 eat get one free meal (starter + main + dessert + drink) with an adult main.

  • When: 16–20 February 2026.

Bill’s

A cosy café‑restaurant serving British classics, breakfasts and comfort food.

  • Deal: Up to two kids aged 10 or under eat free on weekdays with an adult main.

  • When: 16–20 February 2026.

Big Easy

Big Easy is an American BBQ and seafood chain known for ribs and generous portions.

  • Deal: Two kids under 10 eat free per adult main.

  • When: 16–22 February 2026.

BrewDog

A craft‑beer pub chain that becomes very family‑friendly during school holidays.

  • Deal: Kids 13 and under eat free with an adult main; don’t forget to choose “KIDS EAT FREE” when booking.

  • When: 8–13 February (in Scotland) and then 15-20 February (England, Wales, Glasgow & Edinburgh)

Côte Brasserie 

Côte Brasserie is a French bistro chain offering steak frites, croques and classic comfort dishes. 

  • Deal: Two kids’ main coursers for £1 with every adult main course ordered or a kid’s breakfast for £1 with every adult hot breakfast of Brasserie Breakfast ordered; must be redeemed via the app, but you can use it as many times as you like.  

  • When: 16-20 February 2026.  

Dobbies Garden Centre Café 

Dobbies is great for simple kids’ meals during a slower, quieter day out; a good day out with the grandparents.  

  • Deal: Kids get a children’s breakfast with every adult breakfast ordered, or a child’s hot meal or pick n mix lunch box with any adult main course for just £1.  

  • When: Throughout February  

Frankie & Benny’s 

Frankie & Benny’s is a US‑Italian diner with burgers, pasta and colourful kids’ menus. 

  • Deal: Kids eat free (main, two sides, drink + dessert) with an adult main. 

When:

  • England & Wales: 16–20 February, 2026

  • Scotland: 10–19 February, 2026

Greene King 

Greene King is a large pub chain serving British classics and Sunday roasts. 

  • Deal: Kids eat free with an adult main at selected Greene King pubs.  

  • When: Offer runs at various times during the year; families must check their local pub for details.  

Harvester 

Harvester is a chain known for carveries, rotisserie chicken and its tasty unlimited salad bar. 

  • Deal: Kids eat for £1 with an adult main; one child gets any main from the Smaller Bites, Bigger Bites and Kids’ Breakfast Menu.  

  • When: 9–20 February 2026.  

IKEA Restaurant 

No trip to IKEA is complete without a stop at the restaurant for their iconic meatballs.   

  • Deal: Kids’ meals from 95p every day in the Swedish Restaurants; the 95p meal includes pasta, a soft drink and a piece of fruit. Offer valid for IKEA Family members.  

  • When: This one’s ongoing.  

Las Iguanas 

Las Iguanas is a colourful Latin American chain great for families. 

  • Deal: Kids eat free (main + dessert + drink) with an adult main but make sure you download the Las Iguanas app to claim this offer.  

  • When: 15–20 February 2026.  

Morrisons Café 

Morrisons Café offers a reliable stop for simple, low‑cost meals and it’s a great option if you’re looking for a little treat after doing the weekly food shop.  

  • Deal: One free kid meal when an adult buys a main meal that costs at least £5.  

  • When: Every day, seven days a week  

PizzaExpress 

Pizza Express is a popular Italian chain known for pizza, salads and its Piccolo menu for kids. 

  • Deal: One free Piccolo meal with any full-price adult menu; the Piccolo meal includes baked dough balls to start, a pizza, pasta or salas as mine, and dessert or a Piccolo Bambinoccino.  

  • When: Valid all day, Monday to Sunday (16-22 February, 2026).   

Preto 

Preto is a Brazilian rodizio restaurant offering endless grilled meats. 

  • Deal: Kids up to age 10 eat free with an adult rodizio. 

  • When: Weekdays from 4pm + all weekend. 

The Real Greek 

The Real Greek is a Mediterranean chain serving souvlaki, mezze and fresh Greek dishes. 

  • Deal: Kids eat free on Sundays with a £15 adult spend; this includes a kid's menu, drink and ice cream.  

  • When: This one’s ongoing, but limited to Sundays.  

TGI Fridays 

TGI Fridays is a lively American diner known for burgers, ribs and fun kids’ menus. 

  • Deal: Kids eat every day with an adult main ordered through the Stripes Rewards app.  

  • When: This one’s ongoing.   

Toby Carvery 

Toby Carvery is a family favourite serving roast dinners, Yorkshire puds and veg piled high on the plate. 

  • Deal: Kids eat a main meal or breakfast for £1 with any adult main; you’ll need to show your voucher in the Toby Carvery app.  

  • When: Monday–Friday, 9–20 February 2026.  

YO! Sushi 

YO! Sushi is a popular Japanese chain known for sushi belts and colourful bento meals. 

  • Deal: Kids get the “kiddo bento box” for free during school holidays with a qualifying adult spend (this is currently £10)  

  • When: Whenever your local school holiday dates are (so this one’s available anytime your kids are off school for the holidays).  

Zizzi 

Zizzi is a friendly Italian restaurant serving pizza, pasta and salads. 

  • Deal: Kids eat free with an adult main for Zillionaires Club members. You can download the app or sign up today if you haven’t already.  

  • When: Live this February half-term, your offer code should land in your Zillionaires’ Club account on Monday 16th of February.  

Use PlusSave to save even more on eating out  

If you’re a thinkmoney SmartPlus account holder, you get PlusSave as part of your subscription. This gives you discounted gift cards at hundreds of restaurants, retailers and entertainment venues across the UK.   

Lots of the chains offering free kids meals also come with PlusSave discounts. Here’s what you could get right now:  

  • Ask Italian – 9% off your total bill  

  • Bella Italia – 12% off your total bill  

  • Cote Brasserie – 10% off your total bill  

  • Greene King UK – 10% off your total bill  

  • Harvester – 12% off your total bill  

  • Pizza Express – 10% off your total bill  

  • Toby Carvery – 12% off your total bill  

  • Zizzi – 9% off your total bill  

It’s always worth checking terms and conditions at your specific branch, but because PlusSave savings come in the form of discounted gift cards rather than offer codes, they can often be stacked on top of other offers to give you an extra saving.  

Key takeaways

  • 20+ UK restaurants are offering kids‑eat‑free or £1 deals this February half term helping families cut the cost of eating out.

  • Some of the best kids eat free offers include ASK Italian, Bella Italia, Bill’s, BrewDog, Big Easy, Banana Tree, Frankie & Benny’s and Las Iguanas.

  • Strong £1 meal deals come from Toby Carvery, Harvester, Côte Brasserie (via app), and Dobbies.

  • Supermarket cafés such as Asda, Morrisons and IKEA offer cheap or free kids’ meals every day, making them reliable low‑spend options.

  • Many offers need an app or code, including ASK Italian, Toby Carvery, Côte Brasserie and Las Iguanas, so download before you visit.

  • Always check your local branch, as dates, availability and participation vary across the UK.

Stela Wade
Written by Stela Wade

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