18 Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Dallas & Fort Worth

Hat Creek Burger Company is a family‑friendly fast‑casual burger chain known for using all‑natural, never‑frozen beef. They have playgrounds for the kids, happy hours for the parents, and something for everyone - even the pickiest of eaters.

Cane Rosso is a Texas‑based pizzeria chain celebrated for its authentic, wood‑fired Neapolitan pizzas cooked at 900°F in under 90 seconds. Their menu includes handmade dough, house‑made mozzarella, fresh pastas, salads, sandwiches, and inventive specialty pies.

Stephanie W. said:  Put simply, Cane Russo is the best pizza in Dallas. Its Neapolitan style pizza has unique toppings like bacon marmalade, candied jalapenos and honey, and they are sure to have your kids screaming for more. The mozzarella and burrata cheeses are housemade, and the pizzas are all 14"- the perfect size to get a few and share around the table!

Piada is a fast‑casual chain that builds around the concept of the Italian “piada” or “piadina” — a stone‑grilled, thin, flatbread wrap filled with meats, cheeses, pastas, sauces, veggies, or made to be customizable like a bowl or salad. The menu includes four main categories: piadas, chopped salads, pasta bowls, and “pockets,” allowing customers to mix and match proteins, sauces, and toppings in an assembly‑line style setup.

Hopdoddy Burger Bar is a gourmet burger chain founded by four friends aiming to raise the bar for what a burger joint can be. They emphasize ethically‑sourced meats (including grass‑fed beef and regenerative bison), fresh‑baked buns, hand‑cut fries, and creative burger and sides combinations. Their drinks program is just as distinctive, with craft beers, cocktails, and boozy milkshakes rounding out the menu.

Stephanie W. said:  My personal favorite burger in Dallas, Hopdoddy has a delicious menu of beef, chicken, Ahi tuna, and turkey burgers, plus the most delicious truffle fries and green chile queso you've ever tasted. Finish off a tasty meal with one of their yummy shakes (vanilla birthday cake is a fan favorite).

Family-run Babe's specializes in serving a casual homestyle dinner that the whole family can enjoy together, with fried favorites as well as healthier options. Each restaurant has its own fun history and decor, and the Frisco location has a real fire truck and giant tractor parked outside. Waiter-led games and dances punctuate a typical meal.

The String Bean Restaurant is known for its Southern‑style American comfort food, featuring staples such as chicken-fried steak, meatloaf, pot roast, and fried string beans. They offer a relaxed, family-friendly environment.

Eatzi’s Market & Bakery is a European‑style gourmet marketplace and eatery offering “chef‑crafted meals for the taking." Their locations feature scratch‑made entrees, artisan breads and pastries, a deli, sushi, and an extensive selection of wines, beers, and specialty goods.

This little café inside the Bush Presidential Center is open for brunch and lunch and doesn't require a visit to the museum to enter, although it pairs perfectly with a museum visit and is suitable for elementary-aged kids and older.

Menu items include Bush family favorites and regional dishes with complex flavors and locally sourced ingredients. The café is decorated with original art by President George W. Bush and boasts an upscale ambiance, but is particularly noteworthy for its welcoming atmosphere and stunning surroundings.

Truck Yard in Dallas is a relaxed, backyard-style hangout in Lower Greenville with a rotating lineup of food trucks, live music, and a full bar. The space includes covered patios, cozy fire pits, and the famous Tango Frogs perched on the roof.

Magic Time Machine is a fun, family-friendly restaurant with locations in San Antonio and Dallas, known for its imaginative, themed dining experience. Kids and adults alike enjoy the wacky seating areas—like a pirate ship or space capsule—and servers dressed as favorite characters from movies and cartoons. The menu features crowd-pleasers like prime rib, steaks, and seafood, along with big group meals perfect for celebrations.

For the best Texan BBQ in town, head on over to the Pecan Lodge for down home favorites like brisket, ribs, southern fried chicken and pulled pork. The menu includes lots of shareable portions, so you can order a mix of everything and eat family-style.

Yolk is a popular brunch and breakfast‑focused restaurant chain. They offer creative breakfast and lunch fare—like eggs Benedict, specialty pancakes, and gourmet sandwiches—in a bright, modern setting. 

christadiserio said:  Where to begin? Yolk serves up incredibly tasty food at prices that work for the whole family. Kids can dig into fun favorites like Oreo pancakes, S’mores pancakes, or the Big Kid Breakfast, which includes a little of everything. And it’s not just breakfast—there are kid-friendly lunch options too. Grown-ups will appreciate the wide variety of menu choices, from crepes and scrambles to Croque Madame, salads, BLTs, and more. Plus, the lively, energetic atmosphere means you don’t have to stress if your little ones get a bit noisy.

This 50's themed restaurant in Oak Lawn will have you craving the good old days! Stop in for delicious classics like a patty cake melt, meatloaf, or onion rings, or give breakfast a try, which is served all day. They've been around for over 30 years and are one of the busiest restaurants on the block!

The Dream Cafe offers a wide-ranging brunch/lunch menu with items like “Cloud Cakes,” “The Elvis” (a hearty biscuit‑and‑gravy style sandwich), vegetarian/vegan/gluten‑free options, and signature drinks along with house-roasted coffee. The atmosphere is casual, eclectic, and community‑oriented, with features such as a front patio, a tranquil courtyard for quieter dining, family friendliness, and a mission of “filtering coffee, not people.”

Celebration Restaurant & Market is Dallas’ original farm‑to‑table restaurant, committed to using fresh, local ingredients—meats without antibiotics, pasture‑raised poultry, seasonal produce—and serving comfort food in a warm, sustainable environment. Its venue includes multiple dining rooms housed in old wood and stone homes, a full‑service bar, and a lovely patio with a stone fireplace, fountain, water features, and seasonal outdoor amenities, making it a favorite spot for family meals and special occasions.