Fun Restaurants for Kids Around Nashville

Kristy Pepping:  Step into the Rainforest Cafe and you are transformed into a playful setting among animatronic gorillas, tigers, snakes, dolphins and more. Every so often while you are enjoying your meal, the "rain" comes and the animals light up and make jungle noises.

Shila:  The Aquarium Restaurant is an underwater dining experience surrounding a 200,000-gallon fish tank. You'll see a variety of fish, sharks, stingrays, and more! In addition to signature sea food options, you can order plenty of kid-friendly ocean life staples like: Sand Dollar Pizza, Skipper's Shrimp or Pirate's Pasta.

Kelly R:  BoomBozz draws families for their tasty pizza and great rotating daily specials - like a kids eat free deal. While all of the locations are family-friendly, East Nashville has a terrific fenced-in outdoor playground that makes it one of the best fun restaurants for kids!

Shila:  Hugh Baby's is a fun restaurant for kids! What makes Hugh Baby's so well known around the area is their popular southern-style BBQ and burger menu, as well as their delicious fries and milkshakes on the side!

Kelly R:  The Pharmacy is well-known for their grass-fed beef burgers and homemade sausages, but the toughest decision will be deciding which of their special sodas, phosphates or shakes to try on the side. This place has plenty of kid-friendly outdoor seating, but be prepared for a wait.

Kelly R:  Family-friendly Wildhorse Saloon welcomes kids to nosh on fried pickles and other Southern smokehouse favorites, and join in free line dance lessons on Nashville's largest dance floor.

Kelly R:  Families can choose from a wide variety of global and local-inspired food options at this fancy food court, with something to please every palate. Seating is all open and plentiful, so kids and adults can choose what they like and sit together to eat.

Kelly R:  Families enjoy meat-and-three plates and soda fountain treats at this nostalgic kid-friendly Nashville restaurant that's been around since 1939.

Shila:  The Grilled Cheeserie is a fun restaurant for families! In addition to specialty melts, you can also build your own grilled cheese. Be sure to check out their milkshake bar, too!