And places with toddler-friendly outdoor fenced in seating
Hey, everyone!
I originally wrote this list in August 2024, and I just gave it a full refresh for fall 2026. I removed restaurants that have closed, updated several deals, and added a few new ones that readers shared with me. Thank you to everyone who sent tips!
This is a list of restaurants in Lake Charles, LA that have kids eat free/discounted programs. I also note which ones have outdoor seating where toddlers can play (e.g. a fenced-in area).
I’m not putting this behind the paywall because I want everyone to have access to it.
I hope this helps all the parents in the area.
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Disclaimer: This list was last updated in October 2026, and deals change often. Please call ahead to confirm. Also, some of the chain restaurants may advertise this on their site, but may not run the deal in the Lake Charles location.
Monday
Rikenjaks
Kids 12 and under eat free & Kids karaoke on Mondays 5–9p. They have a fenced in area outside with games and people say the kids love it. (1 adult entree = 1 kids meal only)
Rotolo’s Pizzeria (on Nelson)
Monday kids meals 99 cents (entree and drink) with purchase of adult entree, and there’s no limit on how many kids. Wednesdays $7.99 calzones. Sweet Frog frozen yogurt is right next door. The food takes about 15 minutes to come out, so bring something to keep the kids busy while you wait.
Jason’s Deli
Kids meals under $6. Monday 4–10p free kids meal with adult entree purchase.
Que Pasa Taqueria (Nelson Rd)
1/2 off kids meals on Monday. Outdoor fenced in patio.
Cici’s
$4.99 on Monday and Tuesdays. The school also give out punch cards and the kids with those eat free. Kids 3 and under eat free at some locations.
Outback Steakhouse (Derek Drive by Academy)
Joey Mondays — free kids meal (10 and under) with an adult entree, dine-in. This is a limited-time promotion at participating locations, so call to confirm.
Golden Corral
Mondays 5–9p two kids eat free with one adult entree purchase. Kids 3 and under always eat free.
Denny’s
Monday kids eat free with adult entree purchase.
Tuesday
Crust Pizza
Lake Charles (on Nelson by Chickfila), Sulphur (by Lowe’s) and Moss Bluff (by Rouse’s)
Outdoor fenced area with covered awning and kids games. Kids 12 and under eat free on Tuesdays with an adult entree.
The Terrace at Lake Area Adventures (1337 Country Club Rd)
Tuesday 5–9p kids eat free with purchase of an adult entree. One adult entree gets you three free kids meals and three free play passes. Kids can go play afterwards in the adventure zone. They also have toddler time on Tuesday and Thursday mornings (9–11?). $10 you and one child get a wristband for the bounce area and they get an ice cream cone. They also have balls & bubbles, play doh and a fenced toddler area by the bar in the back.
Laguna’s Mexican Restaurant (downtown)
Kids eat free Tuesday with purchase of an adult entree. Downstairs has a fenced in outdoor area (not baby-proof). They also have a beautiful upstairs outdoor patio. Pet friendly!
Wednesday
Maplewood Burgers
Lake Charles (on Nelson in the Market Basket parking lot), Sulphur (on Maplewood Dr by Circle K) & Moss Bluff (by Rouse’s and Crust)
Kids 12 and under eat free Wednesdays with the purchase of a stuffed burger.
Casa Mañana (2510 Ryan St)
Kids menu 1/2 off with free movies, popcorn and face painting.
Rotolo’s Pizzeria (on Nelson)
Monday kids meals 99 cents with purchase of adult entree. Wednesdays $7.99 calzones. Sweet Frog frozen yogurt is right next door.
Buffalo Wild Wings (Nelson by Sam’s)
$1.99 all day kids meals on Wednesdays
Casa Mañana
The link is an ad from 2019 which may not be accurate.
Wednesdays half price for kids. After 4pm movie night & face painting.
Mi Tierra Mexican Restaurant
Tuesday 2 for 1 tacos. Wednesday kids eat free (dine in only). Thursday $3 off quesadillas.
Thursday
Paul’s Rib Shack (on Nelson by Kroger)
Large, fenced outdoor area with picnic tables and some outdoor kids games. Kids eat free on Thursdays and kids meals include fries and a drink. Nightly live entertainment.
Friday
Buffi’s Peauxboys (345 Broad St)
Kids eat free Fridays 5–8p.
Pizza Artista
Friday & Saturday kids (10 and under) get a free 1-topping pizza with purchase of adult pizza, up to two kids. Call to confirm: (337) 602-6224.
Saturday
Buffi’s Peauxboys (345 Broad St)
Kids eat free Saturdays 5–8p.
Pizza Artista
Friday & Saturday kids (10 and under) get a free 1-topping pizza with purchase of adult pizza, up to two kids. Call to confirm: (337) 602-6224.
Maria’s Cocina Mexicana (Moss Bluff)
Free kids meal with the purchase of an adult entree every Saturday.
Sunday
Dickey’s BBQ Pit (W Prien Lake Rd in Lake Charles and Hwy 171 in Moss Bluff)
Kids eat free on Sunday with adult entree purchase. Dickey’s has had ownership changes, so call your location to confirm.
Multiple Days
McAlister’s
Kids always eat for 99 cents.
Texas Roadhouse (on Nelson by Walmart)
Texas Roadhouse passes around kids eat free cards. We get them from preschool.
Outdoor Fenced Areas
Kids eat free/discounted + fenced area
Rikenjaks (Monday)
Fenced in area outside with games (giant Jenga and more). People say the kids love it.
Que Pasa Taqueria (Nelson Rd, Monday)
Outdoor fenced in patio.
Crust Pizza (Tuesday)
Lake Charles, Sulphur and Moss Bluff. Outdoor fenced area with covered awning and kids games.
The Terrace at Lake Area Adventures (Tuesday)
Outdoor fenced area. Note: the openings have no gates, so kids can walk right out. People also smoke out there.
Laguna’s Mexican Restaurant (downtown, Tuesday)
Downstairs has a fenced in outdoor area (not baby-proof).
Paul’s Rib Shack (on Nelson by Kroger, Thursday)
Large, fenced outdoor area with picnic tables and some outdoor kids games.
Fenced areas, but no kids eat free deals
Torchy’s Tacos (on Nelson right next to the interstate)
Outdoor area with fence (not baby proof).
Crying Eagle
Fenced in patio that’s kid and dog friendly. It’s a huge area and our kids loved it.
MacFarlane’s Celtic Pub (downtown)
Technically you can bring kids if you sit outside. They have a large fenced in porch with tables.
It’s 21+ to enter the inside area. Pros: Amazing food, fenced in porch dog park right next door. Cons: It’s a 50/50 chance that people are smoking outside.
Indoor play places
Chick-fil-A
Play place (CLEAN) with slide.
McDonald’s (Lake Charles on Ryan Street, Moss Bluff by Market Basket)
Play place with slide.
Burger King (on McNeese)
Play place
Miscellaneous
Mr. Gatti’s Pizza (on Ryan Street near the Mall)
Magic Mondays — half price kids meals ($2.99 after 5–8p), a magician performs and they can play in Gattiland (game room).
Friday Night at the Movies (hosted by the city at various parks). They usually have popcorn, Kona ice and kids games or fun jumps.
Petro Bowl (Usually bowling places have food. I don’t know if this one does or not.)
Putt Putt (Cafe serves pizza, ice cream, drinks & snacks)
Chuck E. Cheese (serves pizza, drinks and snacks)
Let me know if there is anything else to add to the list. Thanks for reading!