Kids eat free at Long Island restaurants: 2025 budget-friendly guide
Patrons dine at Hurricane Grill and Wings restaurant in Syosset. Credit: Newsday/Jin Lee
Parents looking for budget-friendly dining as the costs of feeding a family grow can say goodbye to mealtime meltdowns and hello to affordable experiences that leave kids with smiles as wide as the Island.
From the North to South shores, there are plenty of food options catering to children's palates — and if you're willing to head out to eat on a certain night of the week, their meal may be free.
American Beauty in Massapequa has offered a children's meal at no charge to diners on Sundays for the past six years. Owner Maria Cassano says, "In our family, we have four children and two working parents, so I understand that it’s important after a crazy week for families to have a place to come together and eat great food. It’s really a treat for everyone."
Depending on the day of the week, you can find a restaurant to fit your family’s schedule. While many of the restaurants provide kid classics like sliders and mac and cheese, you can take a chance on expanding their tastes with meals like fried flounder and ribs — and do it with the peace of mind that you won’t be breaking the bank in the process.
Whether your family enjoys American classics, ethnic cuisines, or the trendiest foodie spots, there's something for every taste bud. Be sure to check with the establishments for any updated terms and conditions.
The Tap Room
Various locations, taproomofny.com
Dine at Tap Room at Station Yards in Ronkonkoma on Tuesdays for free kids' meals. Credit: Newsday/Alejandra Villa Loarca
Deal: On Tuesdays, kids ages 13 and younger get a free meal all day with a purchase of $15 or more food item. Limit two per table. Kids’ menu highlights include mozzarella sticks, chicken tenders, mac and cheese and cheeseburger, all come with a side of fries or mandarin orange and a beverage, typically $12.40. This offer is available at all locations: Patchogue, Massapequa Park, Bay Shore, Rockville Centre, Farmingdale, Jericho, Huntington Village, Garden City, Ronkonkoma
American Beauty
24 Central Ave., Massapequa; 516-541-1075, americanbeautyrestaurants.com
American Beauty Bistro offers tapas and craft beer in Massapequa. Credit: Daniel Brennan
Deal: On Sundays from 4 to 9 p.m., enjoy a free kids meal, typically $10-$14, with each adult entree when eating in the dining room. Deal is for kids ages 12 and younger.
Corner Galley
5411 Merrick Rd., Massapequa; 516-798-9018, cornergalley.net
Deal: Free kids meal with the purchase of an adult entree on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for children ages 12 and younger. Kids’ menu highlights include fried flounder, wings, baked ravioli and more. Comes with fries, soda and ice cream. Meals for children are regularly $12 each.
Hurricane Grill & Wings
127 E. Montauk Hwy., Lindenhurst; 631-225-9464, hurricanewings.com
Deal: In Lindenhurst, kids ages 12 and younger dine free on Saturdays with the purchase of an adult meal.
J&R's Steak House
116 Main St., Islip; 631-277-5677, jandrsislip.com
Deal: Sundays through Thursdays, children ages 10 and younger can enjoy free meals, typically $5.99 to $10.99 with an adult entrée of $17.99 or more. Kids’ menu highlights include BBQ ribs, hot dogs, grilled cheese, chicken and more.
Miller's Ale House
Commack, Deer Park, Lake Grove and Levittown, millersalehouse.com
Macaroni and cheese with apple slices from the kid's menu at Miller's Ale House in Deer Park. Credit: Daniel Brennan
Deal: On Tuesdays, kids get one free meal when you purchase a $10 food item; limited to two kids per table. Kids' menu highlights, typically $7.99, include chicken zingers, cheese quesadillas and mac and cheese.
Moe's Southwest Grill
Various locations, moes.com
Deal: On Sundays, kids’ meals are free when you buy an adult meal. Kids’ menu highlights include tacos, burritos and quesadillas, typically $6.69. This offer is available at most Moe’s locations in Nassau and Suffolk counties.
Sal's Place
1495 Hicksville Rd., North Massapequa; 516-731-3417, salsplace.net
Deal: Get one free kids meal for each purchase of an adult dinner entree Mondays through Thursdays. Kids' menu highlights, typically $10, include ravioli, mozzarella sticks, cheeseburgers and more.
The Village Idiot Pub
Oakdale and Patchogue; 631-573-6633, 631-289-8471, villageidiotpubs.com
Deal: Kids younger than 12 eat free Mondays through Thursdays in Oakdale and Patchogue. All locations offer the deal from 3 to 7 p.m. with the purchase of a full-priced adult entree. Kids’ menu highlights, normally $10.25 each, include hot dogs, burgers, penne and more.
