Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Tarrant County

Babe’s :: multiple locations :: Babe’s serves food family style, and it’s just like eating at home. We can all brush up on our “pleases and thank yous” at Babe’s while enjoying a nice time out with the family.

BJ’s Brewhouse :: multiple locations :: Delicious adult beverages for adults. Yummy food and TV for the kids. It’s a win-win!

Brewed :: Fort Worth :: Come to the locals’ living room for all-day brunch, craft coffee, local beer, and amazing food. 

Corner Bakery :: multiple locations :: With over a dozen options on the kid’s menu, this is a wonderful place to grab a sandwich for the kiddos and an extra large coffee for you.

Courtside Kitchen :: Fort Worth :: Think of this like Top Golf, but for pickleball. Reserve a covered court online or walk in and get on a waitlist. The whole family can play, and the kids menu features a drink, fries, or fruit. Come before 6:00 p.m. on weekdays for happy hour.

Derby :: Dallas :: Car- and motorcycle-enthusiasts, eat your heart out at Derby. Serving Southern comfort food alongside swanky whips, it features a kid’s brunch for $10.

Dixie House Cafe :: multiple locations :: Made-from-scratch recipes such as hand-battered chicken fried steak or chicken, meatloaf, roast beef, mashed potatoes, and desserts. Kid’s plates are just smaller versions of adult entrees.

Game Theory :: Fort Worth :: Persuade your child to eat the brussels sprouts — everyone raves about them — with a side of games! Pay $2.50 for access to its game library for ages six and up.

Hurley House :: Fort Worth :: On a mission to feed families affordably, Hurley House offers pre-packaged dinners for two to eight, and even pool packs to keep your kids fueled for a day of swimming. In a hurry? Hit the drive thru!

HG Sply Co. :: Dallas, Fort Worth, and Trophy Club :: For the family with food allergies, its entire lunch and dinner menu can be subbed with gluten- and dairy-free ingredients. Enjoy brunch, lunch, or dinner on the patio overlooking the river.

Lazy Dog Restaurant :: Arlington and Euless :: Great patio and friendly for the whole family — even the dogs! It makes family meals easy with to-go entrees for $5 per person, or oven-ready meals served in retro-style trays for dinner and a movie at home.

Old Neighborhood Grill :: Fort Worth :: Walk into a blast from the past, and grab a yummy meal at this Fort Worth diner. The kid’s menu features the standards plus a shrimp or catfish basket.

Press Cafe :: Fort Worth :: Its generous children’s menu includes a drink, potato chips, and a scoop of locally-made ice cream or fruit with each entree. The patio’s fire pits and fans make for comfortable outdoor dining year round. 

Spiral Diner & Bakery :: Fort Worth :: Serving vegan comfort food since 2002. Our family finds comfort knowing its nachos are just a call away.

The Station Patio Icehouse :: Keller :: With a backyard patio atmosphere, this will be the perfect place to have dinner when the weather is nice. 

Swiss Pastry Shop :: Fort Worth :: Home of Fort Worth’s famous Black Forest cake and featured in our Ultimate DFW Birthday Party Planning Guide, the sweets here are a special treat for the ones you love. 

Ascension :: Fort Worth :: Fuel up for a day at the nearby Fort Worth Zoo with all-day brekky. Enjoy craft coffee for parents and fresh juice or hot cocoa for kiddies. Eat al fresco on its family-friendly patio.

Another Broken Egg :: Southlake :: Kid-friendly menu, great bar with breakfast drinks — and it’s right in front of bicentennial park!

Bacon’s Bistro & Cafe :: Grapevine and Hurst :: Your kids will feel right at home with Mickey-Mouse shaped pancakes, and you can try a new latte flavor from the full-service espresso bar. 

The Beacon Cafe :: Fort Worth :: This friendly, primary-colored cafe is all about the basics — but it does them well. Located right off an airfield runway so your kiddos can watch airplanes take off and land! 

Brewed :: Fort Worth :: If you have early risers, bring them to Brewed for happy hour brunch specials from 7:00 – 9:00 a.m. Kids will love the $5 honey butter chicken biscuit, and you’ll love the craft coffee. 

Corner Bakery (multiple locations) :: With over a dozen options on the kid’s menu, this is a wonderful place to grab a scrambler or plate of pancakes for the kiddos, and an extra large coffee for you.

Dixie House Cafe :: multiple locations :: Made-from-scratch recipes such as the giant cinnamon roll. Kid’s plates are just smaller versions of adult entrees.

First Watch :: multiple locations :: You’ll be hard-pressed (like its juices) to find another breakfast spot with dishes as creative, and comforting as these. Order from the seasonal and satisfying kids’ menu, or venture over to the blueberry lemon cornbread-side of things. 

Ol’ South Pancake House :: Burleson and Fort Worth :: Come one, come all! Pancakes all day, everyday, and open 24 hours!

Old West Cafe :: Bedford, Denton, Grapevine :: You have to get here early to beat the brunch crowd, but if you have to wait . . . it’s worth it! The cowboy-style breakfast will fill you up, and the littles will love allll the French toast. 

The Original Pancake House :: Fort Worth and Grapevine :: Started in 1953 in Portland, Oregon, this breakfast spot knows how to serve you and your family the very best.

Paris Coffee Shop :: Fort Worth :: This Near Southside staple has served home cooking since 1926. Grab a seat, become part of the family, and don’t forget to take a slice of deee-li-cious pie to go!

Seven Mile Cafe :: multiple locations :: Great menu, casual atmosphere, outside seating, and a giant outdoor chess/checker game to entertain the kiddos.

Spiral Diner & Bakery :: Fort Worth :: Serving vegan comfort food since 2002. My kids go crazy for its pancakes.

Snooty Pig Cafe :: Highland Village :: Great breakfast at great prices and with great, fast, friendly service! This is the perfect place to take the family for good food on a budget.

Snooze :: Fort Worth :: Can’t choose which mouth-watering pancake to try? Order the pancake flight! Avoid the weekends with small children as the wait can be long, but they do give you complimentary coffee to ease the pain. 

Sunny Street Cafe :: multiple locations :: The kids’ menu is simple and tasty, and will literally keep kids entertained with punny dino jokes while they wait on Triceratops toast. 

Vickery Cafe :: Fort Worth :: Think 50s decor with the most mouth-watering waffles in the shape of Texas!

Angelo’s BBQ :: Fort Worth :: The outside may not look like much, but the inside is filled with the savory smell of barbecue. It’s been around for 60+ years, and offers a meaty menu for kids.

Back Forty Smokehouse :: North Richland Hills :: The kids menu doubles as a small plates menu if you want to save room for the homemade banana pudding. Sit on the patio and watch the TexRail train zoom by, or better yet, ride it in!

Cooper’s Old Time Pit Bar-B-Que :: Fort Worth :: Cuts of meat cooked cowboy-style over live mesquite coals & served right off the pit. Cooper’s is the best of the best in the barbecue business, and home of the original world famous “Big Chop.” 

Cousins Bar-B-Que :: Crowley and Fort Worth :: Cousins has been cooking up real “low and slow” Texas barbecue in the Fort Worth area since 1983. See the youngins section of its menu.

Hard Eight Pit BBQ :: Burleson, Coppell, and Roanoke :: Family-dining style seating with lots of space to spread out and live music to entertain everyone. 

Heim Barbecue :: Burleson and Fort Worth :: Perfecting farm-to-smoker barbecue, where the flavor speaks for itself. Kids get Blue Bell ice cream with their meals.

Panther City BBQ :: Fort Worth :: This hip barbecue joint features the usual plates alongside hot takes on BBQ — brisket elote and smoked pecan bread pudding. It is outdoor, covered dining, so keep that in mind.

Railhead Smokehouse :: Fort Worth :: With a devoted following and famous t-shirts, it offers heaping plates of ribs, sliced beef, fries, and cheddar peppers. Order ahead and pickup in the convenient drive-thru.

Riscky’s Barbecue :: multiple locations :: A legend in Texas barbecue since 1927.

Shady Oak Barbeque :: Fort Worth :: Great Texas barbeque in a barn; sounds like a winner to us! The hefty family packs will feed your brood, and then some. Come on a Friday or Saturday night for dinner on the lawn with a live Texas band.

Spring Creek BBQ :: multiple locations :: Great food, FREE rolls, cafeteria-style service, and huge supporters of local schools. 

Woodshed Smokehouse :: Fort Worth :: Chef Tim Love pays homage to all things grilled, roasted, and slow-cooked in an awesome indoor/outdoor location on the Trinity River.  

Fattoush :: Pantego :: Known for a delicious Iraqi cuisine with Mediterranean flavors, it even caters to kids’ palettes with chicken nuggets and wings. Be sure to sit in one of the corner “booths” where you can sit on the floor.

Japanese Palace :: Fort Worth :: Want a fancier night out with the family? Hibachi is always entertaining, and they have light-up ice cubes for the kids’ drinks! 

King Tut Egyptian Restaurant :: Fort Worth :: Dine like pharaoh with authentic Egyptian dishes that are both approachable and affordable. (Don’t worry — there are flatbread pizzas and fries for your picky eaters, too!)

Little Germany :: Fort Worth :: Introduce the kiddos to potato pancakes and a proper apple strudel. This German food is authentic, and the staff is generous and kind.

Luna Grill :: multiple locations :: Wholesome kids menu, and a great Mediterranean meal without a long wait. 

Mr. Hibachi :: Arlington :: The authentic hibachi chef not only entertains the whole family with his culinary tricks, but also creates a delicious multi-course meal right before your eyes!

Ninja Sushi Grill :: Fort Worth :: It’s hard to come by a sushi place with a kids menu, but this one is a hit with little ninjas. Choose from pork, ramen, or chicken.

P.F. Chang’s :: multiple locations :: Its surprisingly delightful kids menu comes with a hefty portion of veggies, and you can’t go wrong with fortune cookies.

Pei Wei :: multiple locations :: Great Chinese food for adults and one of the best (and cheapest) kids menus around. 

Pho Duy :: Colleyville :: Vietnamese cuisine and boba drinks at affordable prices make this a family favorite. 

Spice 8 :: Fort Worth :: It’s like a Chipotle for Indian food. Kids build their own pizza while mom and dad enjoy authentic Indian and Mediterranean cuisine. Go Friday night for live music!

Sushi Axiom :: Burleson, Fort Worth, North Richland Hills :: Sushi and hibachi — you can have either or both! While you wait, check out the patio complete with mini golf! 

Tandoor Indian Restaurant :: Arlington :: Gourmet Indian cuisine at affordable prices since 1985. The eclectic ambience and window into the kitchen will delight diners of all ages. Oh, and did we mention lunch buffet?

Thai Select :: Fort Worth :: Try bright, fresh, Thai flavors on the kids menu that boasts kid-approved versions of popular dishes.

Aaliyah Zo Food Truck :: Fort Worth :: Famous for chicken sandwiches, crispy chicken wings, burgers, and nachos. Find this mobile grill parked at McFly’s Pub.

The Beignet Bus :: Fort Worth :: Who doesn’t love beignets? Here, they are served up in sweet and savory options. Follow its Facebook page to find the bus’s location. 

Friday on the Green :: Fort Worth :: Enjoy TONS of food trucks on Magnolia Green during this family-friendly concert event. Occurs once a month, April to October, and is free for the whole family! 

Oh Balls! :: Fort Worth :: At Texas’s first and only meatball bus, order reimagined and allergen-friendly meatballs here. Zingy ingredients include spicy Doritos and pickles. Choose your flavor meatball over a bed of zucchini noodles, creamy cauliflower, or, of course, pasta.

Paco’s Food Truck :: Fort Worth :: An extension of Paco’s Mexican Cuisine in Sundance Square, the food truck serves quesadillas, tacos, and burritos — all for $10.

Truck Yard :: Fort Worth :: Plenty of room to sit and let kids run around, close to shops, and a movie theater at Alliance Town Center.

Chapps Burgers :: multiple locations :: Family-owned and operated with an amazing secret sauce. And chicken tenders your kids will be talking about for days! 

Charley’s Old Fashioned Hamburgers :: Fort Worth :: Located on Old Granbury Road, this is a true diamond in the rough. Great burgers and fries with indoor and outdoor seating. 

Dutch’s Hamburgers :: Fort Worth :: Located right in the heart of TCU country, these amazing burgers come with equally amazing buns! The kids menu has lots of variety.

Grumps Burgers :: Burleson, Cleburne, and Granbury :: Don’t let the name fool you. Grumps is a family business committed to happy service and great burgers, fries, and shakes.

Hat Creek Burger Company :: multiple locations :: Slurp down an adult shake with your burger while you watch the kids on its fenced-in playground. Every location has one! 

Hopdoddy Burger Bar :: multiple locations :: Handmade buns and patties make this burger spot totally genuine. The kids menu includes fries and a drink, or upgrade to a blended custard.

Jake’s :: multiple locations :: A Texas tradition since 1985, the bread and buns are baked fresh every day, and it has a kids menu for both brunch and lunch.  

Kincaid’s Hamburgers :: multiple locations :: A Fort Worth staple since 1946, this is the place “where friends meet to eat!” Nosh on burgers, corny dogs, Blue Bell ice cream shakes, and more.

MOOYAH Burgers :: multiple locations :: Build-your-own-burger bar with a side of loaded fries and milk shakes will make for a good time with the kids! There are vegan, gluten-free, and paleo options, too.

Rodeo Goat :: Fort Worth :: Award-winning burgers and an awesome patio for kid entertainment. The “kid” menu (for baby goats) includes fries or orange slices. Win-win! 

Shaw’s Patio Bar & Grill :: Fort Worth :: Two outdoor patios, full bar, and a yummy kids menu makes this a family go-to burger spot. 

Stumpy’s Lakeside Grill :: Granbury :: Great lakeside atmosphere with an attached bakery. 

Tom’s Burgers & Grill :: Arlington :: A classic ‘50s diner serving burgers, floats, and pecan pies. Plus, breakfast is served all day. Who doesn’t love pancakes for dinner?

Tommy’s Hamburger Grill & Patio :: multiple locations :: Hamburgers served on a laid back patio near the Fort Worth Zoo. Order burgers in slim size for the kids.  

Twisted Root Burger Co. :: Arlington, Bedford, and Mansfield :: With buckets of pickles, locally-sourced soda, a pleasing kids menu, and a patio, this is a burger joint where the locals know the only thing taken seriously is the food! 

Benito’s Mexican Cuisine :: Fort Worth :: This Fort Worth staple offers the whole family authentic Mexican food. Come for the kids menu, happy hour, and beautiful Mexico-inspired murals and tapestries.

Blue Mesa :: Fort Worth :: Southwestern grill with unforgettable black bean salsa. Kids get an ice cream sundae with their meal. 

Chuy’s :: multiple locations :: Bright colors, upbeat music, and a relaxed patio! The Chuy’s located in the cultural district is next door to a Tiff’s Treats and across the street from a park. Dessert and exercise: WIN-WIN! 

Esperanza’s Bakery & Cafe :: Fort Worth :: Think baby sister of Joe T. Garcia’s. Make sure to swing by the attached bakery after dinner, and let the kiddos pick out pan dulce for breakfast in the morning.

Frezko Taco Spot :: Bedford and Fort Worth :: Tacos and aguas frescas with fresh ingredients, and a great patio for lunch or dinner. 

Fuzzy’s Taco Shop :: multiple locations :: Tacos and baby churros for the kids. I mean, enough said — right?! Every location serves a vibrant atmosphere for the whole family.

Joe T. Garcia’s :: Fort Worth :: Hands down, THE BEST patio in Fort Worth! 

Los Molcajetes :: Fort Worth, Mansfield, and Roanoke :: Serving traditional Mexican food since 1999.

Los Vaqueros :: Fort Worth and Willow Park :: Delicious Tex-Mex served by friendly people at the Stockyards, so there’s plenty to do before, during, and after dinner. 

Mi Cocina :: multiple locations :: A family-favorite destination operated by the owners of Taco Diner (now closed). Enjoy its popular Tex-Mex dishes inside or out on the covered patio.

The Original Mexican Eats Cafe :: Fort Worth :: The kids menu has lots of options and sides, including tamales, chicken strips, tacos, mac and cheese, and more, and the staff are happy to customize any plate. Parents, go with the puffy nachos and a paloma. Insider tip: a neighbor’s whimsical yard across the street captures kiddo’s attention and awe.

Paco’s Mexican Cuisine and Cantina :: Fort Worth :: Overlooking Sundance Square, this family-friendly establishment serves, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Visit its Magnolia Avenue location, Islas Tropicales, for dessert.

Rusty Taco :: Fort Worth and Hurst :: Yummy tacos, great patio, and friendly service that gives back to local elementary schools. 

Uncle Julio’s :: Arlington, Fort Worth, and Grapevine :: Great fajitas, a tableside taco bar on Tuesdays, and a chocolate piñata for dessert! It makes for a smashing good time.

Blaze Pizza :: multiple locations :: A great pizza made to order with your handpicked items. Plan a day of play — the Fort Worth location is around the corner from Play Street Museum. 

Cane Rosso :: Arlington and Fort Worth :: Did you know “cane” means “dog” in Italian? Cane Rosso Rescue saves abandoned dogs, and its Neapolitan style pizza saves your hungry family’s appetite. Kids will love watching the pizzas cook in less than 90 seconds in the wood-fired oven, and will gobble up the s’mores calzone for dessert, too.

Cidercade :: Fort Worth :: Play the afternoon away at this family-friendly arcade serving thin-crust pizza baked on a rotary stone hearth. For $12 per person, kids and parents play for hours. 

Fireside Pies :: Grapevine :: Pizza pies made in hot, wood-fired ovens are sure to delight kid and adult appetites. 

Mama’s Pizza :: multiple locations :: Hello wonderfully-priced, all-you-can-eat lunch buffet! Gluten-free and cauliflower crusts available on request.

Maple Branch Craft Brewery :: Fort Worth :: A family-friendly biergarten specializing in beer and pizza. You can’t leave without trying the Marshmallow Pizza for dessert!

Mellow Mushroom :: Arlington and Fort Worth :: Beer, pizza, funky decor, and trivia nights that are fun for the whole family.

MOD Pizza :: multiple locations :: A similar concept to Blaze and Pie Five, you pay by the size of the pizza, not the amount of toppings. Everyone gets exactly what they want with customizable pizzas ranging from eight to 11 dollars.

Olivella’s :: Fort Worth :: Very family-friendly with a great menu and fun patio/sun porch area.

Palio’s Pizza Cafe :: multiple locations :: Pizza crust made from scratch every morning, and a great family atmosphere. Don’t forget, parents, that it’s BYOB.

Parker County Brewing Company :: Willow Park :: A great spot for fire-grilled pizza, with a fun outdoor space for kids to play! 

Pie Five :: multiple locations :: Build your own pizza at the pizza bar, pay at the register, and get your pizzas right there. You can eat at the restaurant or get it to go.

Pie Tap :: Fort Worth :: Kids get a ball of pizza dough on a plate (with some flour) to play with while the pies cook. Plus, the dessert donut bites are amazing, and plenty for a family of five to share just one serving.

The Pizza Bistro :: Fort Worth :: An amazing buffet of pizza, a vegetarian’s dream salad bar, desserts, and ice cream. They have an open and fun atmosphere with arcade games and a coloring table for the kids. 

Zoli’s :: Fort Worth :: Make this your Monday night dinner tradition. With $10 cheese pizzas and an outdoor patio with a playscape, families dine in peace-ah.

Boo-Rays of New Orleans :: Crowley, Fort Worth, and Hudson Oaks :: Cajun-style cuisine where kids eat FREE on Monday and Tuesday after 5:00 p.m.! 

Flying Fish :: Arlington and Fort Worth :: The Flying Fish is a “fast casual” format with NO tipping expected! Offering kids “kid boat” sizes and a chance for them to display their catch on the picture wall.

Razzoo’s :: multiple locations :: A Cajun cafe with Mardi Gras vibes, the kids menu keeps ’em entertained while they wait on their food. 

Red Crab :: Arlington :: A mom of twins recommended this juicy seafood spot, so you know it has to be good for kids. Finger licking welcomed and encouraged.

Shell Shack :: Arlington and Fort Worth :: With a staff that puts family first, and a menu that satisfies all palates, kids and parents will find something they both like here. Might we suggest the crab tater tots?

Zeke’s Fish & Chips :: Fort Worth :: For seafood lovers big and small, this is a great place to enjoy catfish, oysters, shrimp, fish tacos, popcorn shrimp, and fish nuggets in a casual atmosphere. Plus, it’s been serving Fort Worth for more than 47 years!