18 Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Dallas & Fort Worth

Nico’s Cocina is a family-friendly Mexican restaurant known for its large portions, vibrant Tex‑Mex menu, and welcoming atmosphere. It features a spacious outdoor patio with a fenced-in playground, making it a popular spot for families with kids to enjoy a relaxing meal while children play safely nearby. The menu includes classic favorites like enchiladas, fajitas, tacos, and queso, as well as a dedicated kids’ menu with simplified options to suit younger diners.

In this saloon-style restaurant, you won't forget that you're in the Fort Worth Stockyards! Western art, antlers, and and dark wood surround you in this steakhouse, giving you the feeling of a Western ranch. Opened by descendants of the Hunter brothers, who owned the real H3 Ranch in the 1800s, there is a lot of history here to discover!

Spiral Diner & Bakery is a 100% vegan restaurant in Fort Worth, Texas, serving creative plant‑based versions of diner classics like burgers, breakfast bowls, nachos, and shakes. Their bakery offers an array of vegan desserts, including cupcakes, brownies, donuts, and custom celebration cakes—all made from scratch. Known for its warm, retro diner vibe and generous portions, it’s a favorite among vegans and non‑vegans alike.