Kid-Friendly DC Restaurants Guide

These DC restaurants, dessert shops, and eateries cater to families with kids. Find brunch spots, birthday party ideas, outdoor restaurants, holiday meals, and more fun food experiences with our Kid-Friendly DC Restaurants Guide.

Family-Friendly DC Restaurants & Eateries
Cool off with some of the DC area's best ice cream! Photo by Kelly Patino, courtesy of Mommy Poppins.
21 Must-Try Ice Cream Shops Near DC for a Cold Treat
Kids eat free at IHOP every day of the week at many locations. Photo by Wendi Gratz via Flickr 2.0
Kids Eat Free: 17 DC Restaurants for Every Day of the Week
There are several great places to eat with kids near the National Mall. Photo courtesy of Carmine's
Best Kid-Friendly Restaurants and More Places to Eat Near the National Mall in Washington, DC
When it comes to theme restaurants, no place does it up more than Baltimore's Papermoon Diner.
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Photo courtesy of The Melting Pot
Best Fun Restaurants for Kids' Birthdays Near DC
Mealtime is extra fun at these DC spots!
Restaurants Near DC Where Kids Can Play

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There are so many places to have breakfast with Santa throughout the DC area. Photo courtesy of Theissman's Restaurant's Facebook page
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There are so many family-friendly restaurants open for Thanksgiving dinner in the DC area! Photo by Cotton Bro Studio via Pexels
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Head to one of these restaurants for a stress-free Thanksgiving meal.
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Cool off with some of the DC area's best ice cream! Photo by Kelly Patino, courtesy of Mommy Poppins.
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You'll scream for these delicious ice cream shops in and near DC.
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Mealtime is extra fun at these DC spots!
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Need an evening out without a sitter? Not a problem at these fun spots with great food.
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Have brunch on a boat with the Mother's Day Premier Brunch Cruise. Photo courtesy of Hornblower Cruises
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Indulge Mom this Mother's Day by taking her out for a delicious brunch at one of these great spots.
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It doesn't get much better than a delicious slice of pizza! Photo courtesy of Stracci Pizza
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