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Top Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Philadelphia

Where to take the whole family out to eat well

by Ernest Owens and Eater Staff Updated
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Kid amazed by the ribs at Craft Hall.
| Alistair McDonald at Craft Hall
by Ernest Owens and Eater Staff Updated

Dining out with kids can be a challenge, but some restaurants make it easier with dedicated menus, roomy booths, and comfort food.

Pizzerias are usually a safe bet for families, as are brunch places, diners, and businesses with lots of outdoor space for little ones to move around. From a massive beer hall with an indoor playground to a Center City concert space where children can dine as swell as their parents, here are Philly’s best kid-friendly restaurants.

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Lola's Garden

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With an inviting grassy area that runs through a pedestrian-friendly shopping center, Ardmore’s Suburban Square is a popular spot for families. The team behind Harper’s Garden and Morgan’s Pier offers a big, covered outdoor dining area at Lola’s Garden, which welcomes kids and caters to them with cheeseburgers, hot dogs, chicken fingers, shells and cheese, and grilled cheese.

51 St Georges Rd, Ardmore, PA 19003
(484) 412-8011
(484) 412-8011

The Landing Kitchen

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Room to run makes Nick Elmi and Fia Berisha’s suburban cafe a go-to for families. At the Landing Kitchen’s riverside patio, kids can play and color with chalk while everyone enjoys the Top Chef winner’s all-day food and drink, from grilled cheese and barbecue fries to avocado toast and sparkling rosé for the parents.

617 Righters Ferry Rd, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
(484) 434-8765
(484) 434-8765

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Miles Table (multiple locations)

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With a location in the north end of Graduate Hospital and one in the Bok Building, Miles Table promises a quick, casual, cozy experience with fulfilling, fresh meals. Everything on the kids’ menu — chicken fingers and fries, grilled cheese and chips, a pancake, and scrambled eggs with sliced apples — is under $8, and you can order breakfast until 2 p.m.

1620 South St, Philadelphia, PA
(267) 318-7337
(267) 318-7337

Sabrina's Cafe (multiple locations)

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While adults enjoy stuffed French toast, fluffy omelets, and thick sandwiches at Sabrina’s Art Museum, Graduate Hospital, or University City locations, kiddos have their own menu to peruse with options like grilled chicken, buttermilk pancakes with chocolate chips or fruit, and scrambled eggs with cheese. In the suburbs, find Sabrina’s in Wynnewood and over the bridge in Collingswood.

1804 Callowhill St, Philadelphia, PA
(215) 636-9061
(215) 636-9061

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P'unk Burger

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With seven kids of their own, P'unk Burger owners Marlo and Jason Dilks opened their East Passyunk eatery with young families in mind. Kids get their own menu with classics like burgers and shakes, but with an organic spin. The cash-only BYOB also supports children’s charities throughout the year and has arcade games. For more options, Italian Market sibling restaurant Slice offers doughnuts, pizza, and DIY pizza kits for takeout.

1823 Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19148
(215) 468-7865
(215) 468-7865

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Thirsty Dice

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Take a break from screen time with the little ones for a throwback experience at Thirsty Dice, where the biggest challenge will be choosing what to play from the selection of 800 board games. Kid-friendly food — including fries with bacon and chicken nachos — rules on this approachable menu.

1642 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 765-2679
(215) 765-2679

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Hard Rock Cafe

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Arguably one of the most kid-friendly restaurants in Philly, Hard Rock Cafe is intentional in providing a space for kids to dine just as well as their parents. The Center City mainstay recently released a new kids menu in collaboration with soccer superstar, Leo Messi, that includes bacon cheeseburgers, hot dogs, chicken fingers, mac and cheese, grilled chicken breasts, “twisted ‘N’ tasty” cavatappi pasta, in addition to the Messi chicken sandwich and burger.

1113 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 238-1000
(215) 238-1000

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Bridget Foy's

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When Bridget Foy was a newborn, her parents named their restaurant after her. It’s been a family-friendly joint ever since, even on busy holidays like St. Patrick’s Day. Now, Foy, a mom herself, runs the casual South Street destination. On the menu, find kid-accessible dishes like tomato soup with grilled cheese, pizza bruschetta, and pasta.

200 South St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 922-1813
(215) 922-1813

Pizzeria Stella

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Just off South Street in the Head House Square area and walkable from Independence Mall, Pizzeria Stella from the Starr Restaurants group gathers families around wood-fired pizzas and gelato. Picky eaters will find plain pizza while the adventurous will enjoy more gourmet options, like a pie with black truffle and an egg.

420 S 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA
(215) 320-8000
(215) 320-8000
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Pizzeria Stella
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Honey's Sit N Eat

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Honey’s is frequently full of families. In addition to one of the best brunches in town, Honey’s offers high chairs and a kids menu with simple options like pancakes, eggs, fruit, and grilled cheese. Fair warning: Get there early. There’s typically a wait during the height of brunch.

800 N 4th St, Philadelphia, PA
(215) 925-1150
(215) 925-1150

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Fringe Bar

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This new edition to Philly’s restaurant scene is big enough for football fans and large families. Fringe Bar has one of the most kid-friendly dining spaces in the city with a wide outdoor patio area and menu (such as burgers, wings, mac and cheese, cheese curds, and smaller plates) that’s adjustable for the little ones in the tribe.

140 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19106
(215) 375-7744
(215) 375-7744

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Sor Ynez

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Outdoor patio? Check. Spacious green area for kids to frolic? Check. Bite-size portions of tasty tacos and snacks (such as tostados, chips and guac, and orejas) the little ones will enjoy? Check. For those who’ve been looking for a lively spot that’s enjoyable for both adults and children alike, here it is.

1800 N American St Unit G, Philadelphia, PA 19122
(215) 309-2582
(215) 309-2582

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Craft Hall

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With an indoor pirate ship-themed playground, freshly brewed beer from Mainstay Independent Brewing Company, and a menu full of upgraded comfort food, Craft Hall checks all the boxes for a day of family-friendly fun. Diners coming by car can even park next door in Lot A at Rivers Casino.

901 N Delaware Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19123
(267) 297-2072
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Frankford Hall

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While known for its juicy sausages, big burgers and savory Bavarian pretzels, this Fishtown hotspot is also an ideal place for families looking for fun for their children. Frankford Hall has a unique partnership with PlayArts that offers weekend kids programming, arts & crafts workshops, and more throughout select weekends.

1210 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125
(215) 634-3338
(215) 634-3338

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Creekside Market & Tap

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“Family Fridays” are a thing at this come-as-you-are food hall across from the Elkins Park train station, just outside of Philly. Creekside combines a microbrewery, bar, deli, and upscale dishes from Haven Local, run by Tam Fuard, former sous chef of A.Kitchen. Kids can roam with chicken tenders and fries and play free air hockey while parents spread out around big tables with beers and food like a Sri Lankan fried chicken sandwich. Bonus: Ice cream shop Goat House Creamery and Open Book Bookstore are just across the street.

7909 High School Rd, Elkins Park, PA 19027

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Lola's Garden

51 St Georges Rd, Ardmore, PA 19003

With an inviting grassy area that runs through a pedestrian-friendly shopping center, Ardmore’s Suburban Square is a popular spot for families. The team behind Harper’s Garden and Morgan’s Pier offers a big, covered outdoor dining area at Lola’s Garden, which welcomes kids and caters to them with cheeseburgers, hot dogs, chicken fingers, shells and cheese, and grilled cheese.

51 St Georges Rd, Ardmore, PA 19003
(484) 412-8011
(484) 412-8011

The Landing Kitchen

617 Righters Ferry Rd, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004

Room to run makes Nick Elmi and Fia Berisha’s suburban cafe a go-to for families. At the Landing Kitchen’s riverside patio, kids can play and color with chalk while everyone enjoys the Top Chef winner’s all-day food and drink, from grilled cheese and barbecue fries to avocado toast and sparkling rosé for the parents.

617 Righters Ferry Rd, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
(484) 434-8765
(484) 434-8765

Miles Table (multiple locations)

1620 South St, Philadelphia, PA

With a location in the north end of Graduate Hospital and one in the Bok Building, Miles Table promises a quick, casual, cozy experience with fulfilling, fresh meals. Everything on the kids’ menu — chicken fingers and fries, grilled cheese and chips, a pancake, and scrambled eggs with sliced apples — is under $8, and you can order breakfast until 2 p.m.

1620 South St, Philadelphia, PA
(267) 318-7337
(267) 318-7337

Sabrina's Cafe (multiple locations)

1804 Callowhill St, Philadelphia, PA

While adults enjoy stuffed French toast, fluffy omelets, and thick sandwiches at Sabrina’s Art Museum, Graduate Hospital, or University City locations, kiddos have their own menu to peruse with options like grilled chicken, buttermilk pancakes with chocolate chips or fruit, and scrambled eggs with cheese. In the suburbs, find Sabrina’s in Wynnewood and over the bridge in Collingswood.

1804 Callowhill St, Philadelphia, PA
(215) 636-9061
(215) 636-9061

P'unk Burger

1823 Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19148

With seven kids of their own, P'unk Burger owners Marlo and Jason Dilks opened their East Passyunk eatery with young families in mind. Kids get their own menu with classics like burgers and shakes, but with an organic spin. The cash-only BYOB also supports children’s charities throughout the year and has arcade games. For more options, Italian Market sibling restaurant Slice offers doughnuts, pizza, and DIY pizza kits for takeout.

1823 Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19148
(215) 468-7865
(215) 468-7865

Thirsty Dice

1642 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19130

Take a break from screen time with the little ones for a throwback experience at Thirsty Dice, where the biggest challenge will be choosing what to play from the selection of 800 board games. Kid-friendly food — including fries with bacon and chicken nachos — rules on this approachable menu.

1642 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 765-2679
(215) 765-2679

Hard Rock Cafe

1113 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Arguably one of the most kid-friendly restaurants in Philly, Hard Rock Cafe is intentional in providing a space for kids to dine just as well as their parents. The Center City mainstay recently released a new kids menu in collaboration with soccer superstar, Leo Messi, that includes bacon cheeseburgers, hot dogs, chicken fingers, mac and cheese, grilled chicken breasts, “twisted ‘N’ tasty” cavatappi pasta, in addition to the Messi chicken sandwich and burger.

1113 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 238-1000
(215) 238-1000

Bridget Foy's

200 South St, Philadelphia, PA 19147

When Bridget Foy was a newborn, her parents named their restaurant after her. It’s been a family-friendly joint ever since, even on busy holidays like St. Patrick’s Day. Now, Foy, a mom herself, runs the casual South Street destination. On the menu, find kid-accessible dishes like tomato soup with grilled cheese, pizza bruschetta, and pasta.

200 South St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 922-1813
(215) 922-1813

Pizzeria Stella

420 S 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA

Just off South Street in the Head House Square area and walkable from Independence Mall, Pizzeria Stella from the Starr Restaurants group gathers families around wood-fired pizzas and gelato. Picky eaters will find plain pizza while the adventurous will enjoy more gourmet options, like a pie with black truffle and an egg.

420 S 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA
(215) 320-8000
(215) 320-8000
A small child tilts a large plate of spaghetti with both hands.
Pizzeria Stella
Max Grudzinski

Honey's Sit N Eat

800 N 4th St, Philadelphia, PA

Honey’s is frequently full of families. In addition to one of the best brunches in town, Honey’s offers high chairs and a kids menu with simple options like pancakes, eggs, fruit, and grilled cheese. Fair warning: Get there early. There’s typically a wait during the height of brunch.

800 N 4th St, Philadelphia, PA
(215) 925-1150
(215) 925-1150

Fringe Bar

140 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19106

This new edition to Philly’s restaurant scene is big enough for football fans and large families. Fringe Bar has one of the most kid-friendly dining spaces in the city with a wide outdoor patio area and menu (such as burgers, wings, mac and cheese, cheese curds, and smaller plates) that’s adjustable for the little ones in the tribe.

140 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19106
(215) 375-7744
(215) 375-7744

Sor Ynez

1800 N American St Unit G, Philadelphia, PA 19122

Outdoor patio? Check. Spacious green area for kids to frolic? Check. Bite-size portions of tasty tacos and snacks (such as tostados, chips and guac, and orejas) the little ones will enjoy? Check. For those who’ve been looking for a lively spot that’s enjoyable for both adults and children alike, here it is.

1800 N American St Unit G, Philadelphia, PA 19122
(215) 309-2582
(215) 309-2582

Craft Hall

901 N Delaware Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19123

With an indoor pirate ship-themed playground, freshly brewed beer from Mainstay Independent Brewing Company, and a menu full of upgraded comfort food, Craft Hall checks all the boxes for a day of family-friendly fun. Diners coming by car can even park next door in Lot A at Rivers Casino.

901 N Delaware Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19123
(267) 297-2072
(267) 297-2072

Frankford Hall

1210 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125

While known for its juicy sausages, big burgers and savory Bavarian pretzels, this Fishtown hotspot is also an ideal place for families looking for fun for their children. Frankford Hall has a unique partnership with PlayArts that offers weekend kids programming, arts & crafts workshops, and more throughout select weekends.

1210 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125
(215) 634-3338
(215) 634-3338

Creekside Market & Tap

7909 High School Rd, Elkins Park, PA 19027

“Family Fridays” are a thing at this come-as-you-are food hall across from the Elkins Park train station, just outside of Philly. Creekside combines a microbrewery, bar, deli, and upscale dishes from Haven Local, run by Tam Fuard, former sous chef of A.Kitchen. Kids can roam with chicken tenders and fries and play free air hockey while parents spread out around big tables with beers and food like a Sri Lankan fried chicken sandwich. Bonus: Ice cream shop Goat House Creamery and Open Book Bookstore are just across the street.

7909 High School Rd, Elkins Park, PA 19027

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