5 budget-friendly foodie spots to treat the kids
Family outings don’t have to leave a hole in your pocket. Check out these five unique places around Indy that are heavy on the fun and light on your budget!
Game night just got sweeter with Doughnuts and Dragons! Win or lose, you’ll be the overall champion of the night, walking out with new family memories and a full wallet. A flat game fee gets you access to shelves and shelves of games for family members of all ages! Need some sweet fuel for the rounds of gameplay ahead? Order from a selection of gourmet and classic donuts, or slide over to the bar for some ales. Visit their Facebook or Instagram page for weekly events and doughnut options.
Address: 3838 E. 82nd Street, Indianapolis
Cost: $4 per adult and $1 per child for unlimited game board play
Variety is the spice of life and you’ll find both at Kim’s Kakery, Bakery & Café, located on Indy’s Southside. Kim’s offers a monthly changing cake flight menu featuring six of their signature cake slices. A trip here will undoubtedly serve up happiness without slicing through your wallet. To view this month’s cake flight options, follow their Facebook page.
Address: 5452 Madison Avenue, Indianapolis
Cost: Six-slice cake flights begin at $22.95
Paradise Shaved Ice & Ice Cream Shop
You don’t have to book a tropical adventure to enjoy island flavors! Paradise Shaved Ice & Ice Cream Shop offers the flavors of an island getaway, with a wide selection of shaved ice, DOLE SOFT SERVE®, and Hershey’s® Ice Cream! Mix and match flavors, or order a flight for several tastes in one! Check out their website to find the best location for you.
Address: Click here to view their five Indiana locations
Cost: Orders start at $2
There are few places where you can find a kid’s meal for $5. Especially a kid’s meal that includes a drink, side, and dessert like you’ll find at Prodigy Burger Bar & Grill. Score bonus points with your crew by exploring the free video arcade gameplay area! Don’t forget to head to their Facebook or Instagram page for monthly specials.
Address: Several Locations across Indiana
Cost: $5 Daily Kids Meals or Kids Eat Free Tuesdays
May delicious fun and savings be with you as you join the Rebellion - Rebellion Donuts, that is! This Star Wars-inspired doughnut shop is in a galaxy far, far away, better known as Indy’s Northside. You and your padawans can choose from a plentiful selection of unique doughnuts that are colossal both in size and value. Check out their selection on Facebook or Instagram.
Address: 17677 Cumberland Road, Noblesville
Cost: Average price per donut is about $2