Young families need to bond and enjoy time together, but the cost of taking out the entire family may be a hurdle for many. Discover some restaurants in Pretoria that accommodate young families by allowing the kids to eat for free.

Hard Rock Café (Menlyn)

This everyday special allows one free children’s meal when you order an adult entrée. Enjoy the sunny terrace or the memorabilia-filled interior of this iconic restaurant with your little ones. This allows you to introduce them to good food and good music at the same time – without breaking the bank.

As Greek As It Gets (Menlo Park)

This relaxed, family restaurant is at the heart of the Greenlyn development. Here, kids eat free on “Freeby Tuesdays”. Kids under 12 years must order from the printed kids’ menu. No sharing or takeaways are allowed. This centre offers a play area, extensive lawns and established trees. This setting is like an oasis in the modern world.

 

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Die Bosvelder (Centurion)

Enjoy the rustic atmosphere, with a kid’s play area and hearty, traditional South African cuisine at the Bosvelder. Kids eat free on Sundays and the restaurant offers basic face painting. The kids can enjoy this while parents enjoy their meal and keep an eye on their children in the play area.

 

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The Barn (Irene Farm)

Make time to unwind on this beautiful working dairy farm, with the whole family. “Kids eat free Mondays” are a popular special at this venue. Choose between indoor or outdoor seating. Only two children per adult customer is allowed. An age restriction of 12 years and under also applies.

 

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Papachinos (Silverlakes)

Teddy Tuesdays allows kids under 12 years to order for free from the Bambino’s menu when accompanied by one adult who orders a meal. This special runs every Tuesday except on public holidays. No sharing of meals or takeaways are allowed. The kids’ menu offers a wide selection. And the little ones can even try their hand at making their own pizzas!

 

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