If you’ve got children, you’ll know that taking them out to a restaurant can be hit or miss. Not every eatery accommodates little ones, so when you find one with great food that does, it’s almost like discovering a gold mine.

Sorting the kid-friendly restaurants from the rest can be tricky, but there are a few rules of thumb that can help to guide you. Firstly, check the menu. If they’ve got a section separated out just for kiddos, you can be sure they’re family-friendly. Another hint? If the venue has high-chairs, a play area or something to keep your kids occupied at the table (like colouring kits), you’re sorted. If all else fails, a quick call or even an Instagram DM can sort it out for you quickly. Better yet, skip the hassle and keep reading on!

Burger night

Possibly the easiest sell, getting the kids to sign off on burgers shouldn’t be hard. Check the menu before you head out to make sure their favourites – from sliders and fries to crispy nuggets – are covered.

Betty's Burgers — Crispy fried chicken, burgers, calamari and fries... kids and adults alike will be eager to tuck into a meal from Betty's Burgers!

Grill’d —Choose from a variety of Mini Me burger packs, including veggie options. Each pack includes a mini burger, a mini serve of chips, tomato sauce for dipping, and water or juice. Yummm!

Sue's Burgers — Your little ones can enjoy a cheeseburger & fries, or popcorn chicken bites & fries if that's more their style! Whatever they choose, they're bound to be thrilled.

Around the world

Let your little ones enjoy the tastes of the world without breaking the bank on flights! Mexican is a great choice if you’re keen to keep the menu healthy, while Italian is one of the most kid-friendly cuisines on the planet! Plus, Asian cuisines are great for introducing kids to something new and delicious.

Banh Mi — A place both parents and kids can taste fresh ingredients and Vietnamese flavours with a choice of banh mi or rice paper rolls that are great for little hands.

Yum Cha — Serving up traditional Chinese-style meals with plenty of options kids will love — think dumplings, pork buns, rolls and desserts.

Nando's — Flavours from Southern Africa with a no-fuss menu just for kids! Mini meal options include low-spice chicken tenders or a pita meal with chips and a drink included.

Sushi Jiro — Expand your little foodie's palette with handcrafted and traditional sushi rolls, available in mini sizes perfect for kids.

Guzman Y Gomez — Enjoy kid-friendly Mexican with GYG’s Little Guy burritos, pint-sized tacos and kids’ nachos. Everything on the menu is low on spice, but big on flavour.

Vapiano — Kids can enjoy all the classics on their kids menu like margherita pizza, bolegnese and more on a mini scale! Plus, Vapiano host regular 'Pizza Kids Masterclasses' for the little chef in your life.

Sushi Hub — A crowd favourite when it comes to Japanese catering for little tummies! Try bite sized maki rolls for a healthy and delicious option. Worried that raw fish will cause noses to scrunch? Opt for yummy veggie tempura or crispy chicken options instead.

Zeus Street Greek — From flame-grilled pitas and BBQ plates to fresh salads, chips and loukoumades, Zeus is serving up bold Greek flavours the whole family is sure to love.

Yakiniku Hono- At Yakiniku Hono, kids under 100cm eat for free and kids 101cm-140cm get 50% off.

Kid-friendly cafes

If your kids tend to be fussy about their food, a cafe can be a stress-free option. Many offer all-day breakfast menus, which are easy to mix and match from. Junior isn’t feeling bacon today? More often than not it’ll be no problem to swap it out for another side. Cafes are also great for light supper options. See: anything on toast.

Table 26 — Their yummy all day kids menu makes it the perfect place for parents and kids alike to unwind with a ‘chino. They even have an indoor playground to keep the kids entertained!

The Coffee Club — PSA: The Coffee Club boasts a huge kids’ menu and even features helpful icons that indicate toddler friendly options. We can’t go past the rainbow pancakes or the Mini Bene.

Sweet Treats

Keen on an after-dinner sugar hit? There are options galore. Whether you dine in somewhere with both savoury and sweet menus or head straight for dessert, the kids will go wild over pancakes, gelato and cake. Some restaurants offer sweet menus especially for kiddos, so you can rest easy knowing they won’t overindulge.

Preta Desserties — With 36 ice cream flavours to choose from, Preta Desserties is the ultimate dessert destination.

Gelatissimo — Treat the kids to bite-sized bambino gelato cones filled with delicious gelato and topped with chocolate. The perfect post-dinner treat... after they’ve eaten all their veggies of course!

Mrs Fields — From every cookie flavour you could possibly crave to muffins and brownies, Mrs Fields has the whole family covered.

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