If you’ve ever stared down the barrel of a school holiday with a hungry child and a wallet thinner than a Neapolitan pizza crust, take heart: Frankie & Benny’s has your back again this summer.

The New York-Italian crowd-pleaser has officially brought back its wildly popular Kids Eat Free offer. That’s right—free, as in zero pounds, zero pence.

Starting Monday, 14th July and running until Sunday, 31st August 2025, little ones can tuck into everything from pasta and pizza to burgers and those chicken strips they’ll probably insist on, all without costing mum and dad a penny—as long as you’re ordering an adult main.

There’s no need for digital coupons, QR codes, secret handshakes or ancient Roman passwords. As Frankie & Benny’s puts it: “No vouchers, no fuss – just mention the offer when ordering and again when paying.” That’s it. Like walking into Nonna’s kitchen without having to do the washing up.

The offer is available all day, every day throughout the school holidays—perfect for a midweek bite, a post-museum meltdown meal, or a reward for simply surviving the soft play. And let’s be honest, it’s not just about the kids.

Frankie & Benny’s is rolling out a fresh menu stacked with crowd-pleasers for grown-ups too—think stacked burgers, loaded fries, creamy pastas, hand-stretched pizzas and enough vegan and gluten-free options to satisfy the entire WhatsApp parenting group.

The chain’s revamped menu even features a new burger lineup, with enough oomph to make even the most stoic dad weep with joy (or mustard).

“We know summer holidays can get expensive,” said a Frankie & Benny’s spokesperson. “So we’re proud to bring back Kids Eat Free to help families enjoy time together without worrying about the bill. It’s our way of saying thanks—helping guests create great memories over great food.”

Now, before you round up the kids and start the minivan, a quick word on the fine print. The deal applies to dine-in meals only—so no takeaways or deliveries.

You get one free kids’ meal per adult main purchased, and the offer’s live across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland from 14th July to 31st August.

In Scotland, they’re ahead of the curve—the offer launched 30th June and also runs through 31st August. There may be site exclusions or event day restrictions, so check before you chow at frankieandbennys.co.uk.

In a world where summer days can feel like marathons in flip-flops, Frankie & Benny’s just handed parents a welcome pit stop—one with air conditioning, decent coffee, and a kids’ menu that actually gets eaten.

It’s not just a meal out. It’s a moment of calm in the school holiday storm. And that, my friends, is worth celebrating—with fries on the side.