Best Kid Friendly Restaurants in Downtown / Loring Park

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AmericanItalianSeafoodMexicanChineseComfort Food

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Twin Cities / MinneapolisTwin Cities / Northern SuburbsTwin Cities / St. PaulTwin Cities / Western Suburbs

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BloomingtonDowntown / Mill DistrictDowntown / North LoopEdinaMinnetonkaNew Hope

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CharmingGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunchGreat for happy hour

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All dining options

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Accessibility

Wheelchair access

14 restaurants available nearby

1. Milwaukee Road

3.9

Excellent(227)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 1 time today

Milwaukee Road at the Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot is a favorite among guests as well as Twin Cities residents, featuring distinct menus with specialized and local flare. You can always count on Milwaukee Road for a hearty breakfast buffet to start the day, followed by unique regional lunch and dinner entrées.Our chef combines the best of regional culinary specialties with memorable dishes and tempting desserts – any of which pairs beautifully with a selection from our wine list or one of our many regional craft ales. Enjoy your meal in the gorgeous restaurant dining room or our outdoor seasonal patio; you'll find either setting to be warm, welcoming and distinctly Minnesota.

2. Stray Dog

4.3

Awesome(491)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 13 times today

Stray Dog is a comfortable yet fun take on your traditional bar and grill in Nordeast Minneapolis. Fantastic burger styles with hand-cut fries or tater tots. From sandwiches to salads, to soups and Kramarczuk's hot dogs. We have a full vegetarian and vegan menu with gluten-free options. We have local craft beer and Belgians on tap. Stray Dog is open Monday-Thursday from 11am to 11pm for indoor dining and bar. Thursday has all day Happy Hour along with Trivia at 8pm. Late night eats until Midnight on Friday and Saturday. Saturday and Sunday morning we offer brunch from 11am-3pm. We have a Main Menu, Vegetarian Menu, and Kids Menu. The more you Stray, the better you feel!

A photo of Sawatdee Thai Restaurant - Minneapolis restaurant

3. Sawatdee Thai Restaurant - Minneapolis

4.4

Awesome(102)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Thai • Downtown / Mill District

Booked 3 times today

Welcome to Sawatdee - Minneapolis! We are OPEN for dine in, take out and delivery. Serving award-winning Thai cuisine since 1983, Sawatdee is home to Thai food, party spaces, a great happy hour, live music, and impeccable service. When we first opened our doors at 1983, the Sawatdee mission was simple: to take our community on an adventure full of Thai flavors and good times. Many years later, that adventure is still as exciting as ever. Not only we expanded with more restaurants to share our flavors with more folks, we've added to to the flavors we offer, as well! Our Minneapolis location is a beautiful warehouse-turned-restaurant, complete with a gold leaf ceiling and glass etchings of a Thai goddess. Specialties include Rama Thai Delight, Pad Thai, and a Tail of Two Cities.Thai it. You'll Like it! (tm)

4. Punch Bowl Social - Minneapolis

3.9

Excellent(63)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • St. Louis Park

Booked 13 times today

We’re all about good vibes and unforgettable hangs. Whether you’re looking for a chill night with friends, belting out karaoke tunes (even if you don’t know all the words), or just laughing over a few gutterballs, we’ve got you covered. With fourteen locations nationwide, each offering unique adventures, there’s always a reason to come through and make some memories with us.Every night brings something new, from our crowd favorites, Music Bingo and Trivia, to a Silent Disco with three DJs. Bring your besties or get ready to meet some new ones!Let us host your next event! We’ve got the beats pumping, drinks flowing, and games ready. From full venue buyouts to exclusive gatherings, we have options to fit your every need.

5. Big Bowl - Edina

4.6

Exceptional(2006)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Edina

Booked 39 times today

There’s really only one place for authentic Chinese and Thai–and that’s Big Bowl. It all begins with the highest quality ingredients–naturally raised chicken and beef, heirloom pork, sustainable seafood and produce grown locally. Because Big Bowl believes that the best food is made from scratch, you can taste big, bold layers of flavors in every dish, from the curries right down to the dipping sauces. Everyone raves about the pad Thai, our spicy dishes that are truly hot, and our create-your-own stir-fry–and for good reason. Every element adds up to big taste and takes our food to another level, be it a fresh squeeze of lime, fragrant herbs or the seared Thai chilies. Big Bowl is so big on authentic flavors that even the ginger ale is made with fresh ginger root–from scratch, of course.

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6. Rainforest Cafe - Mall Of America

4.1

Excellent(1404)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Bloomington

Booked 148 times today

You don’t have to travel far to dine in a tropical rainforest, It’s a safari for the senses. Our menu contains an array of delicious items and tropical treats you’re sure to go WILD for. End your journey with the out-of-this-world VOLCANO dessert. Discover the rainforest, complete with cascading waterfalls, tropical rainstorms, trumpeting elephants and entertaining gorillas. It’s not just another meal; it’s an adventure! Don’t forget to take a journey through our Retail Village.CAUTION: Flashing lights and thunder sounds inside restaurant. May cause discomfort and/ or seizures for those with photosensitive epilepsy.

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7. Buca di Beppo - St. Paul

4.3

Awesome(1152)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Saint Paul

Booked 16 times today

If you are looking for an Italian Restaurant in St. Paul, MN then come to Buca. Our Italian Restaurant serves Authentic Family Style Italian Food. When you want plentiful portions of the best tasting Italian food, you better go to Buca. Located on Gannon Road, in a bend of the Mississippi River, your St. Paul Buca is serving up authentic Italian pastas, entrees, and pizzas for lunch and dinner every day.

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8. Scoreboard Bar & Grill

4.7

Exceptional(479)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Minnetonka

Booked 18 times today

The Scoreboard Bar & Grill, which is located in Minnetonka, Minnesota, offers great food in a casual setting for dining. There is a kids� menu available for the little ones, as well as happy hour specials for the adults in your group. At the Scoreboard Bar & Grill, the flatbreads are a signature item, with many varieties like the BLT or the Buffalo chicken to tempt you.

9. Pub 42

4.6

Exceptional(185)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • New Hope

Booked 18 times today

We promise one thing at Pub 42; there will be a culinary culture both from a food and beverage perspective. And we want you — as a guest — to be part of it!We’re community-connected, food-driven, and are going to raise the bar. And we’re going to do this together.

A photo of Sugar Factory Express - Mall of America restaurant

10. Sugar Factory Express - Mall of America

3.6

Very Good(1141)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Bloomington

Booked 36 times today

Sugar Factory American Brasserie brings its first Sugar Factory Express to Mall of America!Our fast casual dining experience carries all of the whimsy and fun Sugar Factory is known for, in a more casual environment for the whole family.Known for its famous candy accessory, the Couture Pop, Sugar Factory has many celebrity fans including Kendall and Kylie Jenner, Drake, Jennifer Lopez, Kim Kardashian, Flo Rida, Hailee Steinfeld, Katy Perry, Scott Disick, Jason Derulo, Britney Spears, Jerry Seinfeld, Selma Hayek and Mel B. Guests can expect a whimsical candy land experience with floor to ceiling candy bins, fun retail items, homemade gelato and artisan coffee. Instagram-worthy menu items range from their famous 24-scoop King Kong Sundae, piled high with various toppings, to their signature alcohol-infused candy smoking goblets such as the Lollipop Passion, garnished with lollipops and candy necklaces.

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Sandra
Minneapolis - St. Paul •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Very good food and attentive server. We had a good meal and nice time.
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Sawatdee Thai Restaurant - MinneapolisPrice: Moderate• Thai• Downtown / Mill District
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4.4
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OpenTable Diner
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Delicious food and generous portions!! Recommend for a decent chain food experience.
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Big Bowl - EdinaPrice: Moderate• Chinese• Edina
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4.6
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Christina
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Fun place and great food ! Will definitely go back again!
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Punch Bowl Social - MinneapolisPrice: Moderate• American• St. Louis Park
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3.9
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michaelVIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul •13 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 2, 2025
Cool place in NE. Stopped for lunch. Drinks were great. Food comes in large portions! Great vibe with dog paintings adorning all the walls.
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Stray DogPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / North Loop
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4.3
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Callie
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 14, 2025
Loved my meal! And the chai old fashioned was great.
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Milwaukee RoadPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown / North Loop
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3.9

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