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Kids eat FREE Restaurants in Newcastle!

Hello tasty! Summer is here and we are excited to invite you to enjoy unbeatable offers including kids eat free in a variety of restaurants in the centre of the city.

Whether you’re craving Italian classics like pizza and pasta, sizzling fajitas or dishes to share – we have you covered (even the picky eaters!) Enjoy a day of shopping, free activities and free meals for kids at some of the best restaurants in Newcastle. Make this Summer one to remember by planning your next visit to Eldon Square.

We’ve curated the top family restaurants who offer kids eat free deals, see below:

Bella Italia

Transport your family to the heart of Italy with a visit to Bella Italia, Eldon Square! This authentic family-friendly restaurant is offering kids eat for £1 Sunday to Wednesday, 4-6pm and kids eat FREE all day on Thursdays, including three delicious courses plus a drink with the purchase of an adult main.

At Bella Italia, you’ll find a range of mouth-watering dishes made with fresh, top-quality ingredients. From full-of-flavour bowls of pasta to pizzas prepared with love and care, there’s something to satisfy every mood and craving!

Kids menu options include:

  • Pasta – Bolognese, Tomato, Three Cheese, Mushroom
  • Pizza – Margherita
  • Chicken Crunchies
  • Vegan Nuggets

Gluten free and vegan options also available. Offer valid for one child per each adult main meal purchased, suitable for kids aged 2 – 11 years. Click here to explore the menu plus T&Cs.

Frankie & Benny’s

Tuck into a delicious meal at Frankie & Benny’s with kids eat FREE from 29th July – 30th Aug*! Little ones get to indulge in a main, side, dessert & drink for FREE! 

That’s saucy meatballs with garlic bread or pizza with all their favourite toppings, plus skin-on fries. And to top it off, a gooey warm brownie that’ll have them grinning from ear to ear.

What are you waiting for? Make the most of this summer and enjoy quality time with your family at Frankie & Benny’s!

*Offer validity: Kids Eat Free at Frankie & Benny’s with the purchase of an adult main between Monday 29th July until Friday 30th August. This offer is valid for up to 6 guests per table. Offer entitles you to: One free kids’ meal with the purchase of an adult main. Our Breakfast, Lunch and Evening. Set menus are excluded from this offer. Click here for full T&Cs or see in store for more details. 

Smashburger

As a proud family-friendly restaurant, Smashburger are excited to welcome you to enjoy their diverse menu options for the whole family.

Whilst you enjoy your go-to meal, take advantage of their free kids’ meal offer available for a child up to the age of 12. This fantastic offer is available when you order a full paying dine-in adult meal consisting of a burger, side and a drink. Not valid with any other deals or promotions.

Get creative with your little ones and let them show off their colouring skills with Smashburger’s activity sheets!

Kid’s menu options include:

  • Kids Beef Burger
  • Kids Chicken Strips
  • Kids Vegan Burger

Visit their website here for the full menu and T&Cs. 

Please note, offers may vary and T&Cs apply, please check online or in-store with individual restaurants for specific details and availability.

Eldon Square is more than just a shopping destination, it’s a hub for family fun and delicious dining this Summer! Make a day of it and explore our FREE family activities every weekend throughout August, here.

Family Friendly Restaurants & Offers

Treat yourself and your little ones at our fantastic range of restaurants all under one roof at Eldon Square! Keep meals exciting with our fantastic range of family-friendly restaurants for all – even the fussy eaters.

From favourites such as pizzas and burgers to delicious pasta and nutritious veggie options, we have rounded up the top child-friendly menus found here, at Eldon Square.

Pizza Express

Roll out the red carpet, because the American Hottest and Double American Cheese is back in action! What’s more, the popular Soho ’65 is making its comeback as a Calabrese. Treat your little ones to three courses of delicious fresh food including dough balls, pizza, pasta or salad and dessert all for £7.95.

Bringing fresh energy to the menu for spring: colourful new cocktails like the Raspberry Cosmo Spritz for adults to enjoy.

To book a table, visit the Pizza Express page here. Walk-ins are also welcome.

Chaophraya

Indulge in the authentic flavours of Thailand, as you take the kids on a fun-filled day out to Newcastle! Discover Chaophraya’s wide range of kids’ dishes including Pad Thai; the national dish of Thailand, to Stir-fried egg noodles for only £8.95 each for a main and ice-cream!

 

Ask Italian

Make your kids Hap-Pea with Ask Italian’s tasty kids’ menu, with fresh starters, delicious mains like ‘happy face pizza’ and the brand new ‘dip and dunk pasta’ to make meal-times even more fun! They even cater for tiny-tums too so there’s something for everyone.

Ask Italian will serve up smiles for adults and children with their mini-size cutlery for small hands, fun activity sheets and colouring menus and they operate a ‘kids eat first’ policy and offer a wide range of desserts to finish their experience the right way, with ice cream! High chairs and baby changing facilities are also available within their family-friendly restaurants.

To book a table, visit the Ask Italian website here. Walk-ins are also welcome.

Chiquito

Bring your children out for a mini-Mexican treat. The menu is packed-full of all your Mexican favourites, from messy burritos to tasty tacos, so whether you’re after a traditional feast or a lively fiesta, you’re always guaranteed a good time. Chiquito’s have something for even the pickiest amigo, from grilled chicken tortilla wraps to fresh fish cakes, enchiladas, paella and more. Treat your family to their exclusive kids offer including a delicious main, side, dessert and drink for £7.30 – plus free veggie sticks with every meal!

Chiquito’s activity packs and Mexican hats can really keep the little ones entertained while they wait for their food.

To book a table, visit Chiquito’s website here. Walk-ins are also welcome.

Frankie & Benny’s

Make yourself at home with a visit to Frankie & Benny’s in Eldon Square. Kids are no second thought at Frankie & Benny’s. Treat the little ones to deliciously crispy Omega-3 rich fish fingers, hidden veg pizza, or Frankie’s classic pasta & meatballs from £6.80! Serving up the classics as well as gluten-free and vegan options, there’s sure to be something for the whole family to enjoy.

To make a reservation, visit their website here or stop by for a walk-in table.

Wagamama

Wagamama can’t wait to see their little noodlers! Offering a kids’ menu full of options including, Mini Grilled Chicken Noodles, Yasai Ramen, Chicken Katsu and more so your kids can explore all the flavours of Asia in one dish. Treat your kids to something sweet with vanilla pod ice-cream or little Ko Pops.

To book, visit the Wagamama website here. Alternatively, stop by for a walk-in table.

Bella Italia

Enjoy an Italian-themed day at Bella Italia, with their fantastic kids’ menu full of flavour and all-time favourites, including pizza, pasta, Chicken Crunchies, fish fingers and vegan nuggets!

Plus, kids can order a 3 course meal including a starter, smaller main + dessert and drink for £6.49 or for those with a larger appetite a kids 3-course meal with a starter, larger main dessert and drink is £8.49. Meals are suitable for 2-11 year-olds.

To book, visit the Bella Italia website here or stop by for a walk-in table.

Smashburger

As a proud family-friendly restaurant, Smashburger is excited to welcome you to enjoy their diverse menu options for the whole family. Whilst you enjoy your go-to meal, your little ones can choose from delicious kids’ dishes including kids beef burgers, crispy chicken strips, vegan burger and more! All kids’ meals are served with fries and your choice of Apple & Blackcurrant or Orange CapriSun.

For dine in only, you can take advantage of their free kids’ meal for a child up to the age of 12, when your order a full paying adult meal consisting of a burger, side and a drink. Not valid with any other deals or promotions. Dine in only, see terms and conditions apply.

Kids can also show off their colouring skills with Smashburger’s activity sheets.

Walk-ins welcome or visit their website here.

Nando’s

Enjoy your favourite Nando’s dish with the little ones. With new spices and lots of options for Nando’s kids including Nando’s chicken burger, beanie burger, chicken breast fillet, spicy rice, corn on a cob and more, you will have a lot to choose from. Plus, kids under 10 can enjoy a main with two sides and a drink or desert for only £5.95.

All sides and sauces come separately, which is great for the picky eaters. Highchairs are available at Nando’s Eldon Square.

To book, visit Nando’s website here or stop by for a walk-in table.

George’s Fish Shack

Bring the joy of the seaside with a delicious meal at George’s Fish Shack.

Located in Grey’s Quarter, dishes include battered haddock and house chips, chip shop sausage and house chips and light bites for all your family to enjoy.

Pre-booking and walk-ins are available. Check out George’s Fish Shack opening times here.

Pizza Express

Pizza Express children’s menu is too good to miss out on! Kiddies can indulge in three courses of delicious grown-up food: Dough Balls, pizza, pasta or salad, dessert and Bambinoccino, all for 7.95.

Baby changing facilities and highchairs are available upon request at Pizza Express Eldon Square.

To book, visit the Pizza Express website here or stop by for a walk-in table.

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Ori Caffe

Ori Caffe have the best people watching spot in the centre, made even better with their kid’s menu selection. Choose from classic sandwiches, toasties, meatballs or even cod and chips. And for those on-the-go kids that cannot sit still – you can order their meal to takeaway and enjoy when it suits best!

There’s no need to book at Ori Caffe.

Remember, we’re open ’til 8pm every Thursday and restaurants open even later. Find out more here.