Feed your kids for free at locally-owned restaurants around Indy

Eating out not in your budget? Make family night more affordable by visiting these local restaurants where kids eat free.

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If your little one loves noodles, they’ll be in heaven at Michaelangelo’s.

The best things in life are free — and that includes feeding your kids at your favorite local restaurant.

Here’s a rundown of restaurants where your little ones can dine for free.

Note: Deals are subject to change — we recommend calling ahead.

Monday

Oasis Diner | Free kids meal from 5 to 9 p.m.

Flamme Burger | Free burger, fries, and drink with purchase of an adult meal.

Tuesday

Big Woods | Free kids meal with purchase of an entree.

Roots Burger Bar | Free kids meal with purchase of an adult entree — options include wings, sloppy joes, and hot dogs, plus bottomless drink refills and a small cup of ice cream that little ones get to make themselves.

Rush on Main | Free kids meal.

C.R. Heroes Family Pub | Free kids meal with purchase of an adult entree of $10 or more, plus face painting and balloon animals.

Chiba | Free kids meal with every adult purchase of $20+ — entrees include grilled chicken + shrimp tempura, plus sides and a drink.

Wednesday

Fishers Test Kitchen | Free kids meal with purchase of an adult meal — options include a cheeseburger with fries, chicken fingers with fries, and a cheese quesadilla.

Books & Brews | Free kids meal. Bonus: Kids also eat free on Sundays.

Michaelangelo’s Italian Bistro | Free kids meal with purchase of an adult entree — options include lasagna, pizza, and more, plus a drink.

Saturday

Amazing Joe’s Grill | Free kids meal — options include mac and cheese, chicken tenders, mini corn dogs, and more. Pro tip: Kids also eat free during Monday dinner hours at both the Columbus and Muncie locations.

Sunday

Grindstone Charley’s | Free kids meal with purchase of an adult entree — options include grilled cheese, mini corn dogs, cheeseburgers, and more.

Victory Field | Free hot dog, bag of chips, and Prairie Farms milk with price of admission for kids 14 and under.

Know of a deal we missed, or something we got wrong? We’re hungry to know more.

Additionally, if you’re looking for a list of chain restaurants in the Indy area with free kids meal deals, check out this comprehensive list.

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