I can’t think of a parent on this planet who doesn’t love saving money, especially when it comes to eating out. Which is why I hounded the seacoast’s restaurant scene and local mom’s groups to find ways that as a family of five, we could enjoy a meal out…without breaking the bank. I know that I’m not alone in quests like this. So, after discovering this surprisingly-lengthy list, I knew I just had to share it with our SMB community.
Broken down by day, I give you our guide to affordable and kid-friendly dining in the seacoast. Please keep in mind that most restaurants expect the purchase of at least one adult entree to validate these discounts and nearly all establishments cap their kids menu at 12 years old. In addition, I always recommend calling the restaurant before arriving to confirm that they are still participating in these specials.
Mondays
Cornerstone Artisanal Pizza
110 Brewery Lane, Portsmouth, NH (603) 294-0965
British Beer Company:
103 Hanover Street, Portsmouth NH (603) 501-0515
All day long, kids eat free, with the purchase of one adult entree.
The Rusty Hammer:
49 Pleasant Street, Portsmouth NH (603) 319-6981
Monday and Tuesday, kids eat free with purchase of adult entree.
The Farm Bar & Grille:
25 Portland Avenue, Dover NH (603) 516-3276
All day long, for every one adult entree ($15 and over) two kids eat free.
Ikko:
879 Central Avenue, Dover NH (603) 343-1777
From 11am to 3pm, any one Hibachi entree buys one free kids Hibachi special.
Ruby’s Wood Grill:
433 US-1, York ME (207) 363-7980
Kids eat free on Mondays with a $10 adult purchase.
IHOP:
2028 Woodbury Avenue, Newington NH (603) 430-4981
160 Washington Street Rochester NH (603) 948-1238
Kids eat free Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday from 3pm-10pm with purchase of an entree.
Jonathan’s:
92 Bourne Lane, Ogunquit ME (207) 646-4777
One child eats free per one adult entree 7 days a week 4:30pm-5:30pm (when open for the season).
Tuesdays

The Union Bluff:
8 Beach Street, York ME (207) 363-1333
Kids eat from 11:30am-9pm with the purchase of one adult entree.
The Rusty Hammer:
49 Pleasant Street, Portsmouth NH (603) 319-6981
Monday and Tuesday, kids eat free with purchase of adult entree.
Texas Roadhouse:
47 Fox Run Road, Newington NH (603) 433-7427
Kids eat for $1.99 with the purchase of one adult entree.
IHOP:
2028 Woodbury Avenue, Newington NH (603) 430-4981
160 Washington Street, Rochester NH (603) 948-1238
Kids eat free Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday from 3pm-10pm with purchase of an entree.
Jonathan’s:
92 Bourne Lane, Ogunquit ME (207) 646-4777
One child eats free per one adult entree 7 days a week 4:30pm-5:30pm (when open for the season).
Denny’s:
92 Cluff Crossing Road, Salem NH (603) 893-5455
From 4pm-10pm two kids eat free with the purchase of one adult entree on Tuesdays and Saturdays (beverages not included).
Wednesdays
Cafe Nostimo:
72 Mirona Road #21, Portsmouth NH (603) 436-3100
From 4pm-8pm customers can get one free kids meal with an entree purchase.
Bob’s Clam Hut:
315 US-1, Kittery Maine (207) 439-4233
Bob’s offers $2.00 kids meals from 4pm-close during the school year.
The Weathervane:
306 US-Route 1, Kittery Maine (207) 439-0330
2 Dover Point Road, Dover NH (603) 749-2341
Kids meals are $1.99, except for the kid’s Claw Meal.
Tailgate Tavern:
28 Portsmouth Avenue, Stratham NH (603) 580-2294
Kids can eat free after 4pm with the purchase of one adult entree.
Buffalo Wild Wings:
50 Fox Run Road, Newington NH (603) 433-3022
Kids can eat for $1.99 on Wednesdays.
Governor’s Inn:
78 Wakefield Street, Rochester NH (603) 332-0107
Two kids can eat free per one adult entree during restaurant hours.
IHOP:
2028 Woodbury Avenue, Newington NH (603) 430-4981
160 Washington Street Rochester NH (603) 948-1238
Kids eat free Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday from 3pm-10pm with purchase of an entree.
Jonathan’s:
92 Bourne Lane, Ogunquit ME (207) 646-4777
One child eats free per one adult entree 7 days a week 4:30pm-5:30pm (when open for the season).
Thursdays
Jonathan’s:
92 Bourne Lane, Ogunquit ME (207) 646-4777
One child eats free per one adult entree 7 days a week 4:30pm-5:30pm (when open for the season).
Fridays
Jonathan’s:
92 Bourne Lane, Ogunquit ME (207) 646-4777
One child eats free per one adult entree 7 days a week 4:30pm-5:30pm (when open for the season).
Saturdays
Jonathan’s:
92 Bourne Lane, Ogunquit ME (207) 646-4777
One child eats free per one adult entree 7 days a week 4:30pm-5:30pm (when open for the season).
Denny’s:
92 Cluff Crossing Road, Salem NH (603) 893-5455
From 4pm-10pm two kids eat free with the purchase of one adult entree on Tuesdays and Saturdays (beverages not included).
Sundays
Las Palmas:
475 High Street, Somersworth NH (603) 842-4863
Enjoy one free kids meal per adult entree.
Roundabout Diner & Lounge:
580 Portsmouth Traffic Circle, Portsmouth NH (603) 431-1440
From 4pm to close the purchase of one adult entree gets you one free kids meal.
Margarita’s Mexican Restaurant:
23 Members Way, Dover NH (603) 743-6363
93 Portsmouth Avenue, Exeter NH (603) 772-2274
Enjoy two free kids meals with the purchase of one adult entree (participating locations only).
Dos Amigos Burritos:
107 State Street, Portsmouth NH (603) 373-6001
286 Central Avenue, Dover NH (603) 834-6494
Kids eat free every Sunday.
Cinco De Mayo Bar & Grill:
446 Central Avenue, Dover NH (603) 343-4729
One child eats free with the purchase of one adult entree.
Other Deals & Steals:
The Ninety Nine Restaurant & Pub:
8 Hotel Drive, Dover NH (603) 749-9992
2454 Lafayette Road, Portsmouth NH (603) 422-9989
One free kids meal the day after a Red Sox win.
Friendly’s:
871 Central Avenue, Dover NH (603) 742-3772
111 Macy Street, RT 110, Amesbury MA (978) 388-0378
77 South Main Street, Rochester NH (603) 332-6055
Monday through Friday, kids breakfast is 50% off. Monday through Wednesday kids meals are 50% off from 4pm-10pm. Friendly’s offers a free medium ice cream sundae with the purchase of any adult entree after each Patriots win.
The Goat Portsmouth
142 Congress St., Portsmouth, NH (603) 590-GOAT
All kids’ menu items are $5!
A special thank you to all the mamas who gave me the inside scoop on these discounts!
Sea Dog in Exeter, offers “Kids Eat Free” every Monday.
Thanks Pat!
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