Bella Italia is giving long-suffering mums and dads the break they deserve this September with a brand-new offer: Parents Eat Free. Yes, you read that right — the nation’s favourite Italian chain is footing the bill for parents’ main courses, letting them finally relax after six weeks of summer holiday chaos.
From Tuesday 16th to Saturday 21st September, every parent dining with their children can tuck into a complimentary main dish at Bella Italia. With adult mains priced up to £18.49 and kids’ menus starting from £7.99, it’s more than just pasta — it’s proper savings.
Comfort Food Without the Guilt
Think silky Carbonara, bubbling Margherita pizza, or a juicy Chicken Burger stacked with all the trimmings. If Pepperoni Pizza is your guilty pleasure, or you’d rather twirl forkfuls of pasta dripping in slow-cooked ragù, Bella Italia’s menu is handing it over free of charge for one week only.
Because at Bella Italia, pasta isn’t just pasta — it’s a lifestyle. It’s joy ladled over tagliatelle, it’s comfort in the form of gooey mozzarella, and it’s a reminder that sometimes the best family moments come with a side of garlic bread.
A Well-Earned Treat for Parents
After six relentless weeks of refereeing sibling squabbles, chauffeuring kids to activities, and hearing “I’m hungry” every half hour, parents might just deserve sainthood. Instead, Bella Italia is offering them free lasagne and pizza. Fair trade, really.
“Parents are the unsung heroes of the school holidays, so we wanted to do something extra special for them,” said a Bella Italia spokesperson. “For one week only, we’re inviting mums and dads to enjoy a main meal on us, whether it’s pizza, pasta, or one of our comforting Italian classics. Pasta is at the heart of what we do – from time-honoured favourites to bold new dishes, it’s where the magic really happens. Because nothing says ‘back to school’ like treating the grown-ups to a taste of Italy!”
How It Works
The rules are simple:
One parent gets a free main with the purchase of a full-priced adult or children’s meal.
The cheapest main will be discounted.
It’s dine-in only, 16th–21st September, at participating Bella Italia restaurants.
One free parent’s meal per table, per visit.
Not valid with other discounts, set menus, delivery, takeaway, or in certain locations (Center Parcs, London Paddington, Leicester Wigston, Dover).
Menus are subject to availability, and Bella Italia can withdraw the offer at any time.
A Night Out, Italian Style
With more than 70 restaurants nationwide, Bella Italia is already a family favourite. Add in this offer, and it’s basically an invitation for parents to hang up the apron, pile the kids into the car, and sit down to an evening where someone else handles the cooking — and the washing up.
Mark the date, grab the family, and raise a fork. Bella Italia’s free meals for parents are here to remind us all that September isn’t just about going back to school — it’s about celebrating survival.
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