Eating out and treating yourself can be expensive and stretch a family’s budget to its limit when you go out with the whole crew, but there’s good news. Many places in Asheville and the surrounding area offer free or low-cost meals for kids when accompanied by a paying adult. Please keep in mind that while all of these recurring offers listed have been verified, specials and promotions can change at any time with no notice, so please call ahead to verify that it is still being offered before packing up the kids and heading out.

THESE DEALS ARE THE RECURRING OFFERS THAT OCCUR WEEK TO WEEK. PLEASE ALSO REFER TO OUR EVENTS CALENDAR FOR THE MANY SPECIAL ONE TIME OFFERS. OFFERS SUBJECT TO BEING DISCONTINUED WITHOUT WARNING OR NOTICE. PLEASE CONFIRM BEFORE HEADING OUT.

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DAILY/MULTI DAY

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• EL REBOZO @ 2270 Hendersonville Rd, Arden … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Items on their menu range from here $2.50 to $4.95. A great value for kids 12 and under. 

• SAM’S CLUB @ all area locations (Asheville & Hendersonville) … WHAT’S THE DEAL: You don’t have to be a member of Sam’s Club to eat in their cafe, and their hot dogs are huge and big enough for kids to share, and at $1.50 for a hot dog and drink combo, it’s the best deal around! They also have pizza, jumbo soft pretzels, chicken nuggets, bacon cheeseburgers, and frozen yogurt, all in the oversized portions for low prices you’d expect from Sam’s Club

• SONIC DRIVE-IN @ all area Sonic locations … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Daily from 2:00pm-4:00pm, Drinks and Slushes are half price.

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MONDAYS

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• BARBERITOS SOUTHWESTERN GRILLE & CANTINA @ 1856 Hendersonville Rd, Ste C, Asheville, 28803 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Kids 12 and under eat free every Monday at Barberitos after 4:00. It includes a Kids meal for each kid with an adult that purchases an entree.

• CANTINA LOUIS @ 2 Gerber Rd Ste C101, Asheville … WHAT’S THE DEAL: All Kids Menu items are $2.99 on Mondays. Must be 12 and under. Dine-In Only.

• FRENCH FRYZ @ 2109 Hendersonville Rd, Arden, 28704-9742 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: It’s Hot Dog Monday! All plain hot dogs are just $.99. 

• TWISTED LAUREL @ 328 New Leicester Hwy #110, Asheville, 28801 (Twisted Laurel West) AND 10A South Main Street, Weaverville, 28787 (Twisted Laurel Weaverville) … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Kids under 12 eat FREE*! * free kids meal with the purchase of every full-priced entree. You must let your server know that you are aware of this deal, as it’s not advertised.

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TUESDAYS

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• THE CANTINA AT HISTORIC BILTMORE VILLAGE @ 10 Biltmore Plaza, Asheville 28803 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Kids eat FREE all day Tuesdays. 1 kids meal per each adult entree.

• LA TAPA @ 400 East State Street Black Mountain, NC … WHAT’S THE DEAL:  Kids it FREE every Tuesday night starting at 4pm! (Ages 10 & under with purchase of meal per child)

• MARY’S BURRITOS & BEER @ 1939 Brevard Rd, Arden … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Ages 9 yrs and under eat free with an adult meal purchase, 4pm to Close.

• RUBY TUESDAY @ 260 Underwood Rd, Fletcher 28732 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Every Tuesday starting at 5pm, get one free kid’s entrée per adult entrée purchase. Every Tuesday, 5pm-Close. Kids ages 14 and younger.

• TEXAS ROADHOUSE @ 230 Hendersonville Road, Asheville, 28803 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Tuesday 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Round up the lil’ Roadies and join us for our Legendary Kid’s Night: $1.99 Kid’s Meal*, Arts & Crafts, Coloring Contest, Fun Games, Ice Cream Sundae Bar, and Theme Night. Kid’s Night is a ton of fun for the whole family so mosey on down to Texas Roadhouse! *Ranger Meals Excluded. Limit 1 offer per 1 Adult Entree Purchased. Dine in only. Not valid with any other offer. Valid at this location only. Not valid on holidays.

• WICKED WEED BREWING @ 91 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Tuesdays after 5:00pm. FREE Kids meal with each purchase of an adult meal.

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WEDNESDAYS

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• ATLANTA BREAD COMPANY @ 484 Hendersonville Rd., Asheville, 28803 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Wednesday Nights and Sundays all day, kids 12 and under eat free at Atlanta Bread Company. 12 years and under. One kids meal per adult meal purchased.

• FARM BURGER @ 1831 Hendersonville Rd #100, Asheville, 28803 AND 10 Patton Ave, Asheville, 28801 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Bring the kids in from 5pm-9pm and receive a free kids meal with an adult meal. (Kids eat free valid for kids 10 years old or under. Receive a free kids meal with the purchase of an adult meal.) *** Every second Wednesday of the month we host a special event centered around kids!

• J & S CAFETERIA @ 800 Fairview Road, Asheville, 28803 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Family Night! Don’t think twice about dinner plans! Kids meals are only $.99 (with each paying adult). PLUS! On the 3rd Wednesday evenings each month, Mr. Twister adds colorful balloon twisting fun to your meal from 5:30-7:30 PM.

• MARY’S BURRITOS @ 2560 Asheville Highway Suite 10, Hendersonville … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Ages 9 yrs and under eat free with an adult meal purchase, 4pm to Close.

• ZAXBY’S … WHAT’S THE DEAL: The consensus seems to be that Wednesdays is deal day at Zaxby’s. What the deal is differs by each location. Some locations offer free kids meals all day, some offer free kids meals in the evenings, and some charge $.99 per kids meal. All require the purchase of an adult meal. Contact your closest Zaxby’s for their deal.

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THURSDAYS

• CULTIVATED COCKTAILS DISTILLARY TAVERN & VENUE @ 161 Charlotte Hwy, Asheville, NC … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Kids eat 1/2 off on Thursdays

FRIDAYS

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SATURDAYS

• DENNY’S @ 581 South Highway 9, Black Mountain, 28711 AND 1550 Four Seasons, Hendersonville, 28792 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: On Tuesdays and Saturdays from 4:00pm-10:00pm Kids Eat Free at Denny’s with an adult purchase (12 yrs and under in Black Mountain and 10 and yrs and under in Hendersonville). Drinks not included.

• NEO BURRITO @ 1341 Parkwood Rd Ste 106, Asheville, NC … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Kid’s Day every Saturday. For every adult item, get 1 kids menu item of equal or lesser value for FREE.

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SUNDAYS

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• ATLANTA BREAD COMPANY @ 484 Hendersonville Rd., Asheville, 28803 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Wednesday Nights and Sundays all day, kids 12 and under eat free at Atlanta Bread Company. One kids meal per adult meal purchased.

• COUNTRY PRIDE RESTAURANT @ 153 Wiggins Rd, Candler, 28715 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: One free kid’s meal from the kid’s menu with the purchase of an adult entree. For kids 10 and under. Dine In Only.

• DICKEY’S BARBECUE PIT @ 3 locations: 1636 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville, 28803 AND 66 New Clyde Hwy, Canton, 28716 AND 576 Upward Rd Flat Rock 28731 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Sunday’s are Kids Eat Free at Dickey’s Barbecue Pit! Weekends can sometimes be all about the kids with birthday parties, music practices and sports events. That’s one reason kids eat free* every Sunday at Dickey’s Barbecue Pit. We’ve smoked our quality meats low & slow all night so we can serve great Texas style barbecue with wholesome sides to families on the go. Dickey’s Texas style barbecue is something that both kids and parents can agree on. Stop in to your local Dickey’s this Sunday. *One Kids Meal with $10 purchase per adult. Available at participating Dickey’s locations only. Kids 12 and under. Not valid with any other coupons, offers, discounts or promotions. Dine-in only; offer not valid for online or app orders.

• FIREHOUSE SUBS @ 229 Airport Rd #5, Arden AND 1334 Patton Avenue, Asheville (THESE 2 LOCATIONS ONLY) … WHAT’S THE DEAL: All day Sunday, kids get a kids combo for $.99 with the purchase of an adult combo. 

• FIREHOUSE SUBS BROOKLYN VILLAGE @ 825 Spartanburg Hwy, Hendersonville, 28792 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: All day Sunday, kids get a FREE kids combo with the purchase of an adult combo.

• LENNYS GRILL & SUBS @ 645 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, 28803 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Free kids meal with chips and a drink for kids under 12, with the purchase of an adult combo.

• MILLS RIVER BREWING CO. @ 336 Banner Farm Rd, Mills River 28704 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Stop into our Arden location on Sunday’s from 1- 3 for a FREE waffle! We’ve got some fancy things for you to throw on top and $3 mimosas to wash them down, too!

• MOE’S SOUTHWEST GRILL (Nationwide) … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Every Sunday, your child, 12 and under, gets their choice of kid’s burrito, taco, or quesadilla + chips & salsa, drink, and cookie come with every meal. One free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée of $6 or more. Kids must be 12 and under. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Valid in-store only at participating locations.

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BONUS SPOTS FOR A QUICK SNACK!

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• HARRIS TEETER has a stand with free sugar cookies for kids. Look for it by checkout.

• INGLES STORES have small bags of free buttered popcorn for the kids in the deli section, and kids can pick out a free cookie from the bakery case. Some stores have fruit stands where kids can choose a free piece of whole fruit to enjoy while you shop.

• TARGET typically keeps a basket of free fresh fruit (bananas and clementines) by their snack counter.

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The following also frequently announce Family Night events where kids eat FREE or offer coupons for free kids meals if you join their e-club or sign up for their app …

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• BRIXX WOOD FIRED PIZZA ASHEVILLE

• CHILI’S 

• OLE’S GUACAMOLES AVL

• ORCHARD BAR & GRILL (Hendersonville)

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FREE SUMMER MEALS AND OTHER FOOD RESOURCES AVAILABLE FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

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FREE SUMMER MEALS FOR KIDS!
Many children in North Carolina depend on school for their daily nutrition. When the traditional school year ends, the NC Summer Nutrition Programs make sure there are still meals available at NO COST for kids who need them. In addition to these sites for kids, we have several other food resources in our area available to your whole family to help you bridge the gap, this summer, and have created an easy list to help you find them all. LEARN MORE HERE

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PREVIOUS DEALS THAT HAVE BEEN DISCONTINUED DUE TO COVID, BUT MAY COME BACK IN THE FUTURE

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305 LOUNGE & EATERY (MIKES ON MAIN) @ 305 N Main Street, Hendersonville, 28792 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Kids Eat FREE every Thursday from 5 to 7 PM with the purchase of an adult meal

APPLEBEE’S GRILL + BAR @ 279 Smokey Park Hwy, Asheville 28806 AND 1635 4 Seasons Blvd, Hendersonville, 28792 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Kids 12 years and under eat for $1.99 or $2.99, depending on their entrée choice.

ASHEVILLE PIZZA @ All 3 Locations: 675 Merrimon Avenue AND 77 Coxe Avenue AND 1850 Hendersonville Road … WHAT’S THE DEAL: JUMBO one topping slices are only $2.99! This Monday special is available at all 3 of our locations!

AVENUE M @ 791 Merrimon Ave, Asheville, 28804 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Kids Eat Free Everyday at Avenue M from 5-6:30! Minimum entree purchase required. (Wednesdays through Sundays. Closed Mondays & Tuesdays).

BAKED PIE COMPANY @ 4 Long Shoals Road, Arden, 28704 (THIS LOCATION ONLY) … WHAT’S THE DEAL: After School Snack Time! Monday-Friday, 2:00 PM-4:00 PM. Hey Kids! Get your after school snack at Baked for just $5! Get one flight-sized piece of pie with a cup of milk or glass of lemonade. (Preschool-College). Children can also choose a free stuffed animal from their store collection.

BLUE SKY CAFE @ 3987 Hendersonville Rd, Fletcher, 28732 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Wednesdays, all day, one $.99 kids meal per adult entree purchased.

BUFFALO WILD WINGS @ 4 Tunnel Road, Asheville 28805 (THIS LOCATION ONLY) … WHAT’S THE DEAL: All Day Wednesday, Kids 12 and under eat free. Adult meal purchase required.

CLEAN JUICE @ 28 Schenck Parkway Suite 160, Asheville, 28803 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Free Kid’s Smoothie EVERY Monday. Guests 13 and under will get a free kid’s smoothie when an accompanying adults makes a purchase of $6.95 or more.

COPPER CROWN @ 1011 Tunnel Rd Ste 100, Asheville, 28805 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Every Wednesday night from 4:30pm-9:00pm, our kids’ menu is half-off the regular price. Treat yourself and your kids, it’s a win-win!

DAPHNE AT TWISTED LAUREL @ 130 College Street, Asheville, 28801 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Kids under 12 eat FREE*! *free kids meal with the purchase of every full-priced entree. Mondays AND Tuesdays. 

DENNY’S @ 581 South Highway 9, Black Mountain, 28711 AND 1550 Four Seasons, Hendersonville, 28792 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: On Tuesdays and Saturdays from 4:00pm-10:00pm Kids Eat Free at Denny’s with an adult purchase (12 yrs and under in Black Mountain and 10 and yrs and under in Hendersonville). Drinks not included.

DUCK DONUTS @ 182 Merrimon Ave, 2, Asheville, 28801 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Happy Hour Tuesdays! Tuesdays 7-9am: BOGO Breakfast Sandwiches

GOLDEN CORRAL @ 2530 Chimney Rock Road, Hendersonville, 28792 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: $1.99/Kids 10 and under, FREE/Kids 3 and under, after 5pm every Tuesday.

HUDDLE HOUSE @ all area locations … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Hungry kids? Bring ’em to Huddle House on Monday or Tuesday! When you purchase an adult entree, they get a FREE Kid’s Meal! Sure, there are a lot of restaurants where kids eat free one day per week. Huddle House doubles the deal with free kid’s meals on Monday and Tuesday. Bring the whole family and enjoy a great meal at a great price. Not valid in conjunction with any other coupon or special promotional discount. Most Huddle House restaurants are open holiday hours. Many are open 24 hours.

IHOP @ 2 locations in Asheville, 1 in Arden, and 1 in Weaverville … WHAT’S THE DEAL: “For a limited time, kids 12 and under eat free from 4-10pm with the purchase of an adult entree!” Although it says for a limited time only, this promotion has been honored for years. Call ahead to be sure. 

MELLOW MUSHROOM @ 50 Broadway St, Asheville, 28801 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Loyal Local Tuesday! 25% off your meal with us if you live in Western North Carolina (alcoholic beverages not included, dine in or takeout, must present that local license at checkout)

MOE’S ORIGINAL BAR B QUE WOODFIN @ 72 Weaverville Rd, Woodfin, 28804 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Kids Eat Free after 4pm. *12yrs and under, one meal per adult purchase, dine-in only.

MONTE’S SUB SHOP @ 2024 Asheville Hwy, Hendersonville, 28791 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: EVERY Wednesday night, from 4pm to close at 8pm, kids 12 and under eat FREE! Bring the kiddos over and dine in the Sub Shop, the Taproom, or at our outdoor dining area in the back, and with every adult meal purchased, one kid’s meal is on us. We have kids and we know the struggle, so we decided to do a solid for all you guys out there with little ones. Who loves you?!

OLE GUACAMOLE’S @ 90 South Tunnel Rd, Ste A, Asheville … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Free kid’s Quesadilla Wednesday! With purchase of adult meal. Includes ( Cheese Quesadilla, side of rice and soft drink )

PAPA’S & BEER @ 1821 Asheville Hwy (THIS LOCATION ONLY) … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Kids eat free all day Sunday. One kids meal per adult entree purchased ($9.99 and up). The adult meal cannot be shared.

PIAZZANATION @ 4 Eastwood Village Blvd, Asheville, 28803 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: All of the items from the kids are menu 50% OFF on Sundays (DINE IN ONLY). Kids ages 10 and younger

THE SWEET ESCAPE @ 27 Schenck Parkway, Suite 130, Asheville, 28803 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Tasty Time Tuesday! Come in between noon and 4pm and take 40% off smoothies, frozen yogurt, or dippin’ dots!

VINNIE’S NEIGHBORHOOD ITALIAN @ 641 Merrimon Ave, Asheville, 28804 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Vinnie loves kids! That’s why every Sunday is Bambino Night – when kids 10 and under eat FREE with the purchase of an adult meal!

WILD WING CAFE @ 65 Long Shoals Road Asheville, 28704 … WHAT’S THE DEAL: Hey parents! Did you know?! Kids eat FREE every Monday! *5-8 pm, 1 per adult entree purchased* Pizza, corndogs, sliders … MORE than wings! Go ahead, be the hero of dinner.

 

*** IF WE HAVE LEFT OFF A FAVORITE SPOT OF YOURS, OR YOU KNOW OF A DEAL WE’RE MISSING, LET US KNOW SO THAT WE CAN ADD IT!