Best Kid Friendly Restaurants in Lake Forest

17 restaurants available nearby

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1. Little Sister - Irvine

4.5

Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Irvine

Booked 54 times today

East-Meets-West dishes that inspire and evoke a feeling of being welcomed into Chef Vuong's home. Little Sister's menu showcases Chef Tin's take on one of the more interesting and rich collisions of food and culture that was borne out of the European colonization of Southeast Asia.Dishes blend and balance the spices and flavors of Southeast Asia with French techniques and Dutch and British colonial influences. The menu is continually and progressively evolving, reflecting inspiration and the seasons. Chef Tin curates the restaurant's wine and beverage program with a focus on intriguing labels, both domestically and from around the world.

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2. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Laguna Hills

4.3

Awesome(180)

Price: Moderate

• American • Laguna Hills / Lake Forest / Foothill Ranch

Booked 13 times today

Time counts at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we've continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ's a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ's to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we've put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven't just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it's because of them we're continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ's, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

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3. Hacienda on the Lake

4.4

Awesome(136)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • Mission Viejo / Rancho Santa Margarita

Booked 7 times today

Hacienda on the Lake offers festive Mexican cuisine in a casual, comfortable atmosphere. With its location right on Lake Mission Viejo, it has spectacular views that can be enjoyed from the outdoor seating area and an extensive menu that features appetizers, soups, salads, seafood, grilled entrees and chef specials.Cinco De Mayo, Mothers Day and Fathers Day we only offer a Limited Menu.Catering services make it easy and convenient to plan business functions, birthday parties or other special occasions.

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4. Capital Seafood - Irvine Spectrum

4.0

Excellent(646)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Irvine

PLEASE CALL IN FOR LUNCH RESERVATIONSWelcome to Capital's newest restaurant concept. Located in the heart of Orange County inside Irvine Spectrum. With much success in its other location in the Diamond Jamboree center, Capital decided to launch another location in the O.C. Capital is most known for its award winning dim sum and fresh seafood selections. With over 100 dim sum selections to choose from daily and great fresh seafood offerings. Dim Sum favorites such as Sui Mai, Shrimp Har Gow and Baked B.B.Q. Buns are customer favorites to name a few. Live Seafood offerings from our 300 gallon tanks consist of Alaskan King Crab, Maine Lobsters, Dungeness Crab and Catch of the Day. This new concept offers a full bar with an outdoor patio dining experience. Reservations are suggested and offsite catering and private dining are available.

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5. Dave & Buster's - Irvine

3.8

Excellent(128)

Price: Moderate

• American • Irvine

Booked 15 times today

Each Dave & Buster’s has more state-of-the-art games than ever, more mouth-watering menu items and the most innovative drinks anywhere. From wings to steaks, we’ve got whatever suits your appetite and our premium bar assures we’re stocked to satisfy! Plus, you can watch your game on one of our massive HDTVs with epic stadium sound.

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6. Mangia Bene Cucina

4.6

Exceptional(665)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Aliso Viejo / Laguna Niguel

Booked 12 times today

Located in beautiful Laguna Niguel, CA, Mangia Bene Cucina has been an Orange County landmark since 1991. Our mission is to provide our guests with the best and most memorable dining experience. From our upbeat and vibrant staff, to our original and delicious Italian dishes.We have a passion for Italian cuisine and with over 25 years of restaurant experience, we are sure to provide you with what we like to call, The Fresh Italian Food Experience.From serving you daily for lunch and dinner to catering your parties and special events, we welcome your family to our family restaurant.

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7. The Tea House on Los Rios

4.8

Exceptional(2649)

Price: Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • San Juan Capistrano

Booked 62 times today

Set in a beautifully restored 1911 cottage complete with a wrap-around veranda and lush gardens, The Tea House on Los Rios offers Orange County's premier high tea experience. Known for our famous scones, delicious tea sandwiches, and loose-leaf teas, we also feature a full luncheon menu and a weekend brunch menu, complete with mimosas and Bloody Marys. Join us for an unforgettable experience on Historic Los Rios Street in San Juan Capistrano. Take the train and making a day of it!

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8. Rancho Capistrano Winery - San Juan Capistrano

4.8

Exceptional(324)

Price: Moderate

• American • San Juan Capistrano

Booked 21 times today

Voted 2024 San Juan Capistrano Business of the Year!Winner of multiple Best of San Juan Awards including best restaurant, best dinner, best lunch, best ambiance, best wine and many more. Rancho Capistrano Winery has become the must go destination for locals and visitors alike. In addition to producing over 40 different wines from the finest grape growing regions in the West, we are known for our award-winning signature dishes that blend perfectly with our wines. Our grapes are sourced from different premier wine regions, including Paso Robles, Lodi, Northern California and Washington. Rancho Capistrano Winery has proudly grown to be the largest winery in Orange County,

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9. Mosaic Bar & Grille

4.7

Exceptional(16)

Price: Expensive

• American • Laguna Beach

Booked 2 times today

Located at the oceanfront resort, Montage Laguna Beach, Mosaic Bar and Grille is the perfect spot to enjoy panoramic ocean views and al fresco dining. Located near the Mosaic Pool, Chef Miguel Ruiz offers California-inspired beach fare with choices of salads, grilled sandwiches, and daily fresh seafood.

10. Ciao Pasta

4.8

Exceptional(1258)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • San Juan Capistrano

Booked 27 times today

Ciao Pasta offers the most authentic flavors of southern Italy in a historic setting reminiscent of the old world. Located in the heart of San Juan Capistrano, we take pride in bringing the rich flavors and traditions of Italy right to your table. Our menu features a delightful array of dishes, from handmade pasta and artisanal pizzas to fresh seafood and seasonal vegetables, all crafted with the finest ingredients.At Ciao Pasta, we believe that great food is best enjoyed in good company. Our cozy atmosphere is perfect for family gatherings, romantic dinners, or casual nights out with friends. With a selection of carefully curated wines and house-made desserts, we invite you to indulge in the taste of Italy.Happy hour at Ciao Pasta includes discounted house wine and beer, where guests are free to indulge in the beverages as they share affordable appetizers and select entrees. Join us for a culinary journey that celebrates the passion and culture of Italian dining. Buon Appetito!

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Dawne
Orange County •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Another great experience at Little Sister! Service was on point and the food was amazing. We will be back!
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Little Sister - IrvinePrice: Moderate• Vietnamese• Irvine
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4.5
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Eileen
Orange County •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 12, 2024
The customer service was impeccable, and the view we had was absolutely stunning. Would definitely recommend coming here to celebrate!
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Hacienda on the LakePrice: Expensive• Contemporary Mexican• Mission Viejo / Rancho Santa Margarita
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4.4
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Rickvip
Orange County •85 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 2, 2024
Great prime rib dinners and drinks. Great value for the money.
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BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Laguna HillsPrice: Moderate• American• Laguna Hills / Lake Forest / Foothill Ranch
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4.3
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Wendy
Hawaii •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 27, 2024
At the location of Irvine Spectrum Dave&busters, my neighbor and I were dining there and watched Sports game on big screen TV, had a great time ! Some Dodgers fans and Yankees fans cheered for their teams. Some family celebrated birthday's party ! Happy crowds! Food is tasty, services are outstanding ! Impressive vibes all around. Definitely, will dining there again, and highly recommended !
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Dave & Buster's - IrvinePrice: Moderate• American• Irvine
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3.8
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Verenicevip
Los Angeles •27 reviews
4.0
Dined on Mar 11, 2024
Food was great - service everyone seemed to be to busy to acknowledge us or have time to bring us water or take our order. 15-17 mins after being seated and trying to flag someone done did our order get taken. The food did come in a reasonable time and it was hot. So that was good! The place was not busy so I can’t use that as an excuse for the delay or lack of attention
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Capital Seafood - Irvine SpectrumPrice: Moderate• Chinese• Irvine
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17 restaurants available nearby

1. Little Sister - Irvine

2. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Laguna Hills

3. Hacienda on the Lake

4. Capital Seafood - Irvine Spectrum

5. Dave & Buster's - Irvine

6. Mangia Bene Cucina

7. The Tea House on Los Rios

8. Rancho Capistrano Winery - San Juan Capistrano

9. Mosaic Bar & Grille

10. Ciao Pasta

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