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Kids can Eat for Free in Tampa Bay

July 21, 2009

Going out to dinner as a family these days can cost more than most parents want to pay. But thanks to Savvy Source, there is no need to eat in for every meal. After doing some research, we’ve pulled together a list of Tampa Bay area restaurants that offer kids eat free nights.

However, please be aware that many restaurants won’t list kids eat free nights on their websites and so many of these specials are found out through word of mouth. Therefore, they are subject to change at any time or between locations. We would suggest that you always call your closest restaurant location first to confirm.

Mondays

  • Moes:  Kids eat free with an adult purchase

Tuesdays

Wednesdays

Multiple Nights

  • IHOP: Monday – Thursday between 4 and 8pm, children 12 and under.
  • Perkins: Monday – Friday, all day

Weekends

Note: Chik-Fil-A does offer kids eat free specials but is usually varies by location so check with your local franchise.

Also one of the most comprehensive websites listing where kids can eat free in the Tampa Bay area would be found here.  And check out the “Kids Meals Deals” website, you can also follow them on twitter.

Please share any kids eat free meal deals that you've heard about in the Tampa bay. Any updates or changes to the specials listed above are always welcome too so that we can provide you with the most accurate information. We look forward to hearing your comments - happy dining! 

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Healthy Birthday Party Snacks for Kids

April 27, 2009

In the next month, I will be planning two little boy birthday parties for my sons. Their birthdays are only days apart so I have named this time of year our “birthday season”. But I have been growing weary of the junky foods children consume at birthday parties. I did some research and found some fabulous - and healthy - snack ideas for birthday parties that children are sure to enjoy. Come see what I’ve found!

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Local Kid-friendly Farmers Markets and Community Farms

March 09, 2009

After so many trips to the grocery store, I have come to wonder if my children know where fresh vegetables actually come from. Sure, they understand the concept of farms and how they work, but I think it’s high time they learn more about growing fresh, organic produce at local community farms. I also think it’s time we visit area farmers markets more often. I will list some community farms and farmers markets here so that we can all benefit from freshly grown local produce on a more regular basis.

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Your Nutrition: 5 Basic Boosts for Busy Parents

March 02, 2009

I know, I know, being a parent is tough.  We're so focused on taking care of our children that sometimes we forget to take care of ourselves.  Nutrition-wise, we often take the quick and easy way out -- a cookie here, a bag of chips there, a cup of coffee for breakfast, half of our children's mac-n-cheese at dinnertime .  I'm as guilty as anyone.  But what's a busy parent to do? Today's guest posters, Bonnie Johnson and Deanna Segrave-Daly, serve up five great ways parents can maintain a healthy lifestyle even in the midst of all the childhood chaos.  As registered dieticians, they know the ins and outs of good
nutrition.  Even more important, they are moms who understand that our busy, crazy schedules means we need quick, manageable solutions -- and all the help we can get.

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A Savvy T-Rex Restaurant Review

January 07, 2009

While my family spent some time in Orlando during the week after Christmas, we went to dinner at the new T-Rex restaurant in Downtown Disney. This enormous dinosaur themed restaurant is new to the area and we were excited to check it out. With dinosaurs, meteor showers and an excavation pit, it was certainly an adventure for the whole family! Knowing that the parks were at capacity during  Read more...

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