Going out to eat can be a fun and convenient way to spend time with the family- but it can be pricey. Check our guide to find places that offer kids eat free in Dayton or cheap kids meals so that a night out doesn’t break the bank.
bd’s Mongolian Grill
Description: Our “Stir It Up, Your Way!” philosophy gives guests ownership in choosing their own ingredients from a great variety of choice meats & seafood, fresh vegetables, crisp salads, and flavor-packed sauces and spices that are Always Market Fresh. The food is then prepared by expert grillers on a 500° 7-foot grill.
The Deal: Kids eat for three dollars.
Locations:
4488 Glengarry Drive Beavercreek OH 45440; 937-427-1900
Buffalo Wings and Rings
Description: We’re a club-level sports restaurant experience where everyone is a VIP, worthy of the ultimate sports dining experience. With bright, inviting dining rooms, 50+ TVs, elevated fan experiences, chef-inspired recipes and of course our signature wings, Buffalo Wings & Rings is the ideal experience for socializing with friends & family over sports.
The Deal: Kids eat free with purchase of an adult meal.
Locations:
894-C S. Main Street Centerville, OH 45458; 937-438-9464
5486 Dixie Highway Fairfield, OH 45014; 513-829-9464
6963 S. Liberty Drive Liberty Township, OH 45044; 513-779-9464
5517 Kings Center Dr. Mason, OH 45040; 513-336-6644
LaRosa’s Pizzeria
Description: LaRosa’s is your neighborhood family pizzeria serving up real Italian family recipes available for dine in, delivery or carry out.
The Deal: Kids can have all the spaghetti they want plus a meatball for just 99 cents.
Locations:
2801 Wilmington Pike Kettering, OH 45429; 888-LAROSAS
2453 Esquire Drive Beavercreek, OH 45432; 888-LAROSAS
291 E. Alex-Bell Rd. Centerville, OH 45459; 888-LAROSAS
7712 Hoke Road Englewood, OH 45315; 888-LAROSAS
4900 Roosevelt Blvd. Middletown, OH 45044; 888-LAROSAS
Spaghetti Warehouse
Description: Spaghetti Warehouse is a family-friendly chain eatery featuring traditional Italian entrees amid turn-of-the-century decor.
The Deal: Kids eat for $1.99.
Locations: 36 West 5th St. Dayton, OH 45402; (937) 461-3913
Texas Roadhouse
Description: Texas Roadhouse is a legendary steak restaurant serving American cuisine from the best steaks and ribs to made-from-scratch sides & fresh-baked rolls.
The Deal: Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult meal from 5pm-8pm.
Locations: 5611 Merily Way Huber Heights, OH 45424; 937-233-7427
J.D. Legends
Description: JD Legends is a large venue offering bowling, concerts, karaoke, a tiki bar & an eatery serving burgers & steaks.
The Deal: Kids eat free with purchase of an adult meal after 4:00 pm.
MCL
Description: The cafeteria themed restaurant and bakery have mouth-watering comfort food, American classics, and delicious pie.
The Deal: Kids eat free with the purchase of adult entree. (Monday- Wednesday)
Locations:4485 Far Hills Avenue Kettering, OH 45429; 937-299-6605
bd’s Mongolian Grill
Description: Our “Stir It Up, Your Way!” philosophy gives guests ownership in choosing their own ingredients from a great variety of choice meats & seafood, fresh vegetables, crisp salads, and flavor-packed sauces and spices that are Always Market Fresh. The food is then prepared by expert grillers on a 500° 7-foot grill.
The Deal: Kids eat for three dollars.
Locations: 4488 Glengarry Drive Beavercreek OH 45440; 937-427-1900
Bob Evans
Description: Bob Evans is a family friendly restaurant serving comfort food, breakfast food, and everything in between.
The Deal: Kids eat free with the purchase of a adult entree
Locations:
1285 Woodman Dr, Dayton, OH 45432; (937) 256-0040
7400 Miller Ln, Dayton, OH 45414; (937) 890-5333
1850 E Dorothy Ln, Dayton, OH 45429; (937) 293-3222
1202 S Main St, Englewood, OH 45322; (937) 832-2844
1901 W Dorothy Lane Moraine, OH 45439; 937-395-0962
3409 Seajay Dr. Beavercreek, OH 45430; 937-431-8028
2648 Colonel Glenn Hwy Beavercreek, OH 45324; 937-427-0442
7115 Far Hills Ave. Centerville, OH 45459; 937-434-1366
220 Byers Rd. Miamisburg, OH 45342; 937-866-4222
7670 Brandt Pike Huber Heights, OH 45424; 937-235-1857
Denny’s
Description: Denny’s is a full-service pancake house/coffee shop/fast casual family restaurant chain.
The Deal: Kids eat free from 4pm-8pm.
Locations: 9935 State Route 41 Jeffersonville, OH 43128; (740) 426-6246
Fazoli’s
Description: Fazoli’s is a casual Italian chain, serving pasta, breadsticks, and salad.
The Deal: Kids eat for $0.99 with purchase of an adult entree from 5:00- 8:00 pm.
Locations:
5230 Cobblegate Dr. Moraine, OH 45439; (937) 299-3457
6675 Miller Lane Dayton, OH 45414; (937) 280-4577
8341 Old Troy Pike Huber Heights, OH 45424; (937) 236-0410
6110 Wilmington Pike Dayton, OH 45459; (937) 848-6419
2419 Miamisburg-Centerville Road Dayton, OH 45459; (937) 439-4645
1887 W. Main Street Troy, OH 45373; (937) 335-4699
2534 E. Main St. Springfield, OH 45505; (937) 322-9697
Gold Star Chili
Description: Gold Star Chili is a restaurant chain based in Cincinnati, Ohio, that sells Cincinnati chili.
The Deal: Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult meal after 4:00 pm.
Locations:
3034 Harshman Rd., Dayton, OH 45424; 937-233-1450
2395 Beechwood Drive, Germantown, OH 45327; 937-855-2277
2930 Towne Boulevard, Middletown, OH 45044; 513-422-6920
OinkADoodleMoo
Description: At OinkADoodleMoo we’re famous for Authentic, Championship Style BBQ; Slow-Smoked, In-House over an Applewood fire! Our Pulled Pork, Pulled Chicken, Beef Brisket and Brisket Tip “SAMMICHES” are served on a sweet ‘n buttery, Premium Brioche Bun.
The Deal: Kids eat free with purchase of adult meal and drink.
Locations:
8383 N. Main St Clayton, Ohio 45315; 937.867.0284
10 W. Second St. Dayton, Ohio 45402; 937.938.1729
40 N Main St Miamisburg, OH; 937.247.5201
Texas Roadhouse
Description: Texas Roadhouse is a legendary steak restaurant serving American cuisine from the best steaks and ribs to made-from-scratch sides & fresh-baked rolls.
The Deal: Kids eat free from 4pm-10pm with the purchase of an adult meal.
Locations:
2600 Colonel Glenn Highway Fairborn, OH 45324; (937) 426-7422
1750 N. Bechtle Avenue Springfield, OH 45504; 937-322-6500 *** At this location kids eat for $1.99.
Skyline Chili
Description: Skyline Chili is a chain serving Cincinnati style chili on hotdogs, pasta, and much more.
The Deal: Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult meal from 5pm-9pm.
Locations: Visit their website for participating locations.
Gameday Grille and Patio
Description: Gameday Grille and Patio is a family friendly sports bar serving traditional bar food and subs.
The Deal: Kids eat free with purchase of an adult meal.
Locations: 7576 State Route 48 Waynesville, OH 45068; (937) 886-3572
Ruby Tuesday
Description: Casual chain with American fare, featuring burgers, a salad bar, cocktails & a convivial vibe.
The Deal: Kids eat free 5:00 pm to close with the purchase of an adult entree.
Locations:
6425 Miller Lane Dayton, OH 45414; 937-454-0535
6061 Far Hills Ave. Centerville, OH 45459; 937-432-9655
1780 W. Main St. Troy, OH 45373; 937-339-7175
Firehouse Subs
Description: Firehouse Subs is a sub shop serving gourment subs hot or cold.
The Deal: Enjoy up to 2 free kids meals and free kids beverages with the purchase of each adult meal. Tuesday nights beginning at 4 pm
Locations:
4301 Far Hills Ave. Kettering, OH 45429; (937) 298-4444
5239 Cornerstone North Blvd. Centerville, OH 45440; (937) 310-1160
1128 S. Main Street Englewood, OH 45322; (937) 771-0806
8436 Old Troy Pike Dayton, OH 45424; (937) 938-9737
Logan’s Roadhouse
Description: Logan’s Roadhouse serves hand-cut steaks, juicy burgers, slow cooked BBQ ribs, and made from scratch sides, with an authentic Southern twist.
The Deal: Kids 10 and under eat free with the purchase of an adult meal.
Locations: 2148 Miamisburg Centerville Rd. Dayton, OH 45459; 937-433-1331; 1750 Main St. West Troy, OH 45373; 937-339-1590
Applebee’s
Description: Applebee’s Grill & Bar is a casual and family-friendly restaurant specializing in American cuisine.
The Deal: Kids eat for 99 cents.
Locations:
1795 Delco Park Dr Kettering, OH 45420; (937) 643-0698
105 Springboro Pike Dayton, OH 45449; (937) 436-3222
8331 Troy Pike Huber Heights, OH 45424; (937) 233-9973
6242 Wilmington Pike Dayton, OH 45459; (937) 848-6177
1991 Harner Dr Xenia, OH 45385; (937) 372-2600
881 W Central Ave Springboro, OH 45066; (937) 743-9420
3240 Towne Blvd Middletown, OH 45044; (513) 727-0058
1759 W Main St Troy, OH 45373; (937) 335-1550
Buffalo Wild Wings
Description: Buffalo Wild Wings is an American casual dining restaurant and sports bar which specializes in Buffalo wings and sauces.
The Deal: Kids eat for $1.99.
Locations:
2776 Centre Dr. Beavercreek Towne Center Fairborn, OH 45324-2668; 937-431-8555
7875 Wayne Town Blvd. Waynetowne Plaza Huber Heights, OH 45424-2063; 937-237-7771
774 N Main St. Marketplace at Settlerswalk Springboro, OH 45066-8944; 937-748-0401
Captain D’s
Description: Captain D’s serves a wide variety of seafood that includes freshly prepared entrees and the company’s signature hand batter-dipped fish, which is freshly prepared.
The Deal: Up to two kids can eat for 99 cents each with the purchase of adult entree.
Locations:
1401 East Dorothy Lane Kettering, Ohio 45429; (937) 299-4721
La Piñata
Sundays
Description: La Pinata is an authentic Mexican restaurant serving traditional cuisine in a family friendly and fun atmosphere.
The Deal: Kids eat free with the purchase of adult entree.
Locations:
1069 S Main ST. Centerville, OH 45458; 937-291-0227
The Melting Pot
Sundays
Description: The Melting Pot is the original fondue restaurant where guests can enjoy several fondue cooking styles and a variety of unique entrees, salads, and unforgettable desserts.
The Deal: Kids 12 and under can eat free fondue.
Locations:
453 Miamisburg -Centerville Rd Dayton, Ohio 45459; 937-567-8888
Qdoba
Fridays
Description: Qdoba Mexican Eats is a Mexican restaurant chain serving customizable burritos, rice bowls, and tacos.
The Deal: Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult meal after 4:00 pm.
Locations:
2781 Centre Drive, Beavercreek, OH; (937) 426-3790
2008 Miamisburg-Centerville Rd Dayton, OH; (937) 439-1033
7100 Foundry Row Liberty Township, OH; (513) 755-0486
Steak n Shake
Saturday and Sundays
Description: Steak ‘n Shake is a classic American brand famous for the original Steakburger and hand-dipped milkshakes. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late night.
The Deal: Kids eat free with adult meal purchase of $8 or more.
Locations:
1925 Dorothy Lane Moraine, OH 45439; 937-299-9140
6549 Miller Lane Dayton, OH 45414; 937-454-5913
2856 Center Drive Fairborn, OH 45324; 937-320-0621
9150 N. Main Street Dayton, OH 45415; 937-832-0294
8311 Old Troy Pike Huber Heights, OH 45424; 937-235-3118
8420 Springboro Road Miamisburg, OH 45342; 937-436-1949
6380 Wilmington Pike Dayton, OH 45459; 937-848-9846
3170 Towne Boulevard Middletown, OH 45044; 513-422-0206
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Sundays
Description: At Tropical Smoothie Cafe we are guided by the belief that when you eat better, you feel better. Which is why we use real, better-for-you ingredients in our smoothies and food.
The Deal: Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult meal.
Locations:
6241 Far Hills Avenue Centerville, OH 45459: (937) 434-8699
Steak Thyme
Sundays
Description: Philly cheesesteaks, baklava & other Greek & American eats top the menu at this counter serve.
The Deal: Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult meal.
Locations:
4040 Wilmington Pike Kettering, OH 05440; 937-610-1600
Frickers
Description: Stop in and try some of our famous wings! If wings aren’t your thing, our menu boasts many other delicious entrees that will keep you coming back for more. We are proud to offer many specials throughout the week so stop in and try some Frickin’ food!
The Deal: Kids eat all day with any adult meal purchase.
Locations:
6834 Miller Ln. Dayton, OH 45414; 937-890-0020
1818 Woodman Dr. Dayton, OH 45420; 937-252-9007
6280 Chambersburg Rd. Huber Heights, OH 45424; 937-233-9464
1383 Miamisburg-Centerville Rd Centerville, OH 45459; 937-434-1000
251 N. Springboro Pike Miamisburg, OH 45449; 937-866-9464
22 Foley Dr Vandalia, OH 45377; 937-454-9464
W.G. Grinders
Description: W.G. Grinders is a casual Italian-inspired dining experience with pizza, stromboli, subs, and pasta as fan favorite dishes.
The Deal: Kids eat free with any adult meal combo purchase.
Locations: 10 West Stroop Road Kettering, OH 45429; 937-294-3663
Submarine House
Description: Submarine House, or Sub House as many refer to it today, still has their famous Cheesesteak as its trademark sub. It has been so successful, that they started offering more. More cheese. More steak. More sub.
The Deal: Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult meal.
Locations:
3195 Dayton Xenia Rd, Beavercreek, OH 45434; 937.429.8650
2459 Hilliard Rome Rd, Hilliard, OH 43026; 614.541.9411
14 N Market St, Troy, OH 45373; 937.335.6479
8807 N Dixie Dr, Dayton, OH 45414; 937.387.0388
5376 Taylorsville Rd, Dayton, OH 45424; 937.723.7827
503 Miamisburg-Centerville RoadNormandy Square Center Centerville, OH 45459; 937.434.6888
1137 Brown St, Dayton, OH 45409; 937.222.7939
3598 Salem Ave, Dayton, OH 45406; 937.274.1755
7850 N Main St, Dayton, OH 45415; 937.898.9117
Super Subby’s
Description: Super Subby’s prides itself on fresh buns, premium meats, cheeses and vegetables, superior service and it’s award winning chili.
The Deal: Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult meal.
Locations:
2233 N Fairfield Rd Dayton, Ohio 45430-1727; (937) 427-1100
1242 E Central Ave Miamisburg, Ohio 45342-3573; (937) 866-6080
4814 N Main St Dayton, Ohio 45405-5017; (937) 276-4644
276 W Central Ave Springboro, Ohio 45066-1104; (937) 748-0484
5558 Springboro Pike Dayton, Ohio 45449-2804; (937) 293-6933
7760 Waynetowne Blvd Huber Heights, Ohio 45424-2063; (937) 233-7599
690 W National Rd Vandalia, Ohio 45377-1032; (937) 898-7827
1831 E Stroop Rd Kettering, Ohio 45429-5056; (937) 298-1048
513 W 2nd St Xenia, Ohio 45385-3611; (937) 376-8111
IHOP
Description: International House of Pancakes is a casual breakfast chain known for their stacks of pancakes.
The Deal: Kids eat free with purchase of an adult meal after 4:00 pm.
Locations:
2460 North Fairfield Rd Beavercreek, OH 45431-1787; 937-426-2020
