Kids Eat Free This Summer in Newport Beach
School’s out, summer is here, and both Newport Beach locals and visitors are looking for ways to enjoy the season without breaking the bank. If you’ve got little ones in tow and a love for good food, this summer just got a whole lot tastier.
Thanks to the return of Culinary Adventures: Where Kids Eat Free, dining out with the family is easier—and more affordable—than ever. From May 31st to August 27, 2026, families can explore global flavors while enjoying free meals for kids (12 and under) at select family-friendly restaurants in Newport Beach. Just purchase an adult entree Sunday through Thursday, and your kiddo’s meal is on the house.
From tacos and sushi bowls to pizza and pastries, here are the best “kids eat free” restaurants in town.
Bloomingdale’s 59th & Lex Cafe
Kids Eat Free Offer: One free kids’ meal with every adult entree purchased. Ages 10 and under.
When: Sunday through Thursday only.
Located on the first level of Bloomingdale’s, 59th & Lex Cafe is a chic yet casual restaurant serving salads, sandwiches, and pasta. You can also enjoy al fresco dining in the patio.
Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
Kids Eat Free Offer: Free kids’ meal with every adult entree purchased
When: Sunday-Thursday
The whole family can enjoy a nice piece of steak at Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar. For the adults, they also have over 100 wines to select from.
P.F. Chang’s
Kids Eat Free Offer: One free kids meal with the purchase of an adult entree
When: Sunday-Thursday
Step into a world of bold, shareable Asian cuisine at this iconic spot in Fashion Island. P.F. Chang’s offers a full kids menu with dishes like chicken lo mein and kid-friendly teriyaki, while parents can enjoy signature lettuce wraps, Mongolian beef and hand-folded dumplings. The sleek interior and outdoor seating at this family-friendly restaurant in Newport Beach make it a great place to relax after a day of shopping.
CUCINA enoteca
Kids Eat Free Offer: One free kids meal with the purchase of an adult entree
When: Sunday-Thursday
CUCINA enoteca brings your favorite Italian dishes to the table. Kids can enjoy a classic like spaghetti and parents can bask in the dishes made with fresh ingredients and a glass of wine to go with it.
Mariposa at Neiman Marcus
Kids Eat Free Offer: One free kids’ meal with the purchase of an adult entree
When: Monday – Thursday
Tucked inside Fashion Island’s Neiman Marcus, Mariposa offers a refined-yet-relaxed lunch experience perfect for a summer day out with your mini-me. With fresh salads, signature popovers and sweeping ocean views, this restaurant is a hidden gem for fashion-forward families. Bonus: the “kids eat free near me” offer is good all week long!
Taco Rosa Mexico City Cuisine
Kids Eat Free Offer: One free kids’ meal with the purchase of an adult entree
When: Sunday-Thursday
Taco Rosa offers a genuine taste of Mexico, using the freshest and finest ingredients available. Your family can pick anything from carne asada tacos to more elaborate options like the Jidori chicken with mole poblano, and the little ones can indulge in quesadillas or a bean and cheese burrito.
How to Join the Culinary Fun
All participating offers for Culinary Adventures: Where Kids Eat Free will be available on the Retail Therapy app and website now through August 27, 2026. Be sure to check the app before you go, as offers may change or vary by location.
Bon appétit, little foodies!
