42 Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Chicago & Suburbs

Nostalgia is the name of the game at Superdawg, serving up the full drive-in experience for Chicago families since the 1940s. Just look for the enormous hot dog figures on the roof! Pull up in the parking lot and order from a menu including pure beef hot dogs, burgers, malts and more. A carhop will bring your order to you, and you can dine right in your car.

Kristy Pepping said:  Barnaby's has been serving the Northshore Community for over 40 years. They are famous for the thin and crispy, corn meal crust pizzas. When you arrive, seat yourself and menus are on the tables. Decide what you would like and place your order with the cashier. Locations in Northbrook, Des Plaines, Niles, and Arlington Heights.

Serving lunch and dinner

Yoli B said:  Egg Harbor Cafe is the top brunch choice for my friends when they are visiting from out of town. Healthy choices. The menu has many options to choose from and the kid's menu is exciting and inviting for the smallest patrons! Do not skip out on the fresh squeezed orange juice and the local Intelligentsia coffee. The bustling restaurants can be a little loud, so no one will bat an eye if your little one is a bit boisterous.

Kristy Pepping said:  Real Urban Barbecue offers wood-fired barbecue food from ribs to chicken to smoked pulled pork. They also offer their sauces for sale for home use and a club where the more you spend, the more you earn toward future food discounts. The BBQ entrees and combos can be made three sizes from mini to regular to specialty to accommodate all kid appetite sizes and food customized to their liking.

Serving lunch and dinner

Yoli B said:  JD's in Arlington Heights is a great place for your big family or a big crowd. It has been the go-to place for all of our sports related celebrations! JD's has counter service, but a full service restaurant feel. The menu offerings are expansive and the beer selection will make the adults happy. In my humble opinion, brisket is the way to go here, but check out the full menu!

Kristy Pepping said:  Uncle Bub’s BBQ is home to the most flavorful barbecue dishes in Chicago. They are pleased to serve Chicago’s award-winning ribs and sauce for dine-in, carryout, or event catering.

Serving lunch and dinner

Molly Weber said:  Both of the Honey-Jam locations have breakfast and brunch options on Saturdays and Sundays . As a treat for the adults, indulge in one of their heavily garnished Bloody Marys, and for the kids, one of their all natural smoothies or Lucky Charms milkshake.

Kristy Pepping said:  Bob Chinn's has been an institution since 1982. For over 30 years they have served some of the freshest seafood from around the globe- Alaska, Hawaii, New Zealand- just to name a few.

Yoli B said:  The Silo is located in a barn on the North Shore and has an actual farm silo out front. The restaurant has many food offerings, but the kids will be most impressed with the train that runs throughout the space. You may be overwhelmed by the many specialty pizza options on the menu, but rest assured whatever you order will knock you off your feet. If you are in the mood for something completely off the wall you should order the seafood pizza with a combo of fish, crab, shrimp and clams- it will surely cure your seafood cravings! 

Yoli B said:  Want a great Neopolitan pizza in the suburbs? Look no further than the acclaimed Elio Pizza on Fire. The experienced pizza makers at Elio specialize in savory and crisp pies cooked to perfection in their wood-burning oven. They are a family friendly establishment and will make any accommodations for your little ones! Trust me, you want to try this place.

Check out the yummy pizza offerings here!

Yoli B said:  TTOWA is located in Arlington Heights near the UP NW Metra line. Pronounced "Toe-WAH" and meaning “come again” in Korean the restaurant has a reputation of being kid friendly and definitely caters to families. TTOWA specializes in traditional, but approachable Korean cuisine with a modern twist. The chef will make anything in kid portions or will create a new item for not-so-adventurous eaters. After your meal, the owners always bring out a small smoothie for the kids which will make them want to "come again!"

Yoli B said:  When you walk into Bill's Pizza & Pub it feels like you have been transported to a Northern Wisconsin lodge. The place isn't for the faint of heart with the taxidermy animals on the wall or the peanut shells all over the floor. If you are able to look past the quirkiness you will begin to smell some of the best pizza in the area. The double-decker is king here, but the cracker thin crust runs a close second; just make sure you order a few of the fresh toppings and you will be very happy!

Please be aware that this place is not for those with nut allergies.