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Kids Eat Free & Cheap This Half Term (16–20 February 2026)
Budget-Friendly Family Meals Across the UK
Half term doesn’t have to mean high food bills! Many restaurants and cafés across the UK run special promotions over half term where children can eat free or for £1 (or close) when dining with adults or meeting simple spend requirements. Below is a curated list of the best offers confirmed or likely running over 16th–20th February 2026. Always check with your local branch for exact dates and T&Cs before visiting.
Classic UK Chains with Kids Deals
Bella Italia – £1 Kids Meals
Children can eat for £1 at Bella Italia on selected days during half term (typically Sundays–Wednesdays until early evening). https://www.bellaitalia.co.uk/kids
Bill’s – Kids Eat Free
Up to two children eat free on weekdays when an adult orders any main dish. https://bills-website.co.uk/family/
Las Iguanas – Free Kids Meals with App
Download the My Las Iguanas app for one free kids meal with a qualifying adult main. https://www.iguanas.co.uk/kids/
Big Easy – Free Kids Meals with App
- 2 kids eat FREE (age 10 & under) When 1 adult orders a main from our à la carte menu
- Kids enjoy meals from our special Kid’s Menu, including a jumbo-size luxury thick shake!
- Available 16th to 22nd of February.
https://www.bigeasy.co.uk/special-offers/kids-eat-free
Other Affordable Options
Asda Café – £1 Kids Meals (No Adult Spend Required)
Kids eat for £1 all day at Asda cafés, with no adult purchase needed. https://corporate.asda.com/newsroom/2024/20/03/asdas-popular-1-kids-cafe-meal-deal-extends-all-year-round-as-it-hits-over-3-million-meals-ahead-of-easter
IKEA – 95p Kids Meals
Budget-friendly kids’ meals from just 95p, available every day. https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/food/salesareas/restaurant/?categories=SC017
YO! Sushi – Free Kids Meal (Holiday Promo)
During school holidays, kids can get a free Kiddo Bento Box when an adult spends a minimum amount (check your local branch) https://yosushi.com/kids-eat-free
The Real Greek – Free Sunday Kids Meal
One child can eat free on Sundays when an adult spends a set minimum (ideal for extended weekends). https://www.therealgreek.com/offers/
Dunelm Pausa Café – Free Kids’ Mini Meal
Kids can enjoy a free mini main, two snacks and a drink when an adult spends around £4 in store. https://www.dunelm.com/info/about/pausa-coffee-shops
Zizzi – Free Bambini Meal (Zillionaires’ Club)
As part of the Zizzi half term offer, one child can get a free Bambini meal when an adult purchases a main (must be a club member). https://www.zizzi.co.uk/kids-eat-free
Barbican Kitchen – Free Kids Meal
Children under 10 eat free with qualifying adult main meals at this family-friendly spot.
Quick Tips Before You Go
✅ Book ahead where possible—many deals require reservations or app codes.
✅ Check specific times/days of promotions (some are mid-week only).
✅ Bring proof of age for kids to qualify.
Summary: Best Half Term Deals
| Restaurant | Kids Eat Free | £1 Meals | App/Spend Required |
| Bella Italia | – | ✅ | Adult main |
| Burger King | ✅ | – | Adult main |
| Bill’s | ✅ | – | Adult main |
| Harvester | – | ✅ | Adult main / App |
| Hungry Horse | – | ✅ | Adult main |
| Asda Café | – | ✅ | None |
| IKEA | – | ✅ | None |
| YO! Sushi | ✅ | – | Adult spend |
| Dunelm Pausa Café | ✅ | – | Adult spend |
| Zizzi | ✅ | – | Club membership |
| The Real Greek | ✅ (Sundays) | – | Adult spend |
| Barbican Kitchen | ✅ | – | Adult spend |
