Diners' Choice: Kid-friendly restaurants in Western New York

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for the best restaurants that are kid friendly in Western New York? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Mason's Grille 52

4.7

4.7 (1022)

$30 and under

American

Buffalo

About the restaurant

Welcome to Mason’s Grille 52!

Located on historic Main Street in the Village of Hamburg Mason's is a neighborhood gem. The Ayer family has been proud to serve this
community since 2004. Our goal is to continue providing the best possible experience for our guests.

Mason's Grille offers a comfortable, casual, fine dining experience. Our menu succeeds in satisfying everyone. From tasty appetizers such as our Bacon BBQ Wrapped Shrimp and specialty Flatbreads to a variety of freshly tossed salads, homemade soups, mouthwatering sandwiches, chicken wings and delicious dinners such as Macadamia Crusted Salmon, Certified Black Angus steaks and Bourbon Glazed Pork Chops. Even our desserts are delightful!

Our full-service bar features 10 draft beers ranging from your favorite domestic to some of the best local micro and craft brews around. Mason's also has a full martini and extensive wine list .

Top review

Jeanne

Dined 3 days ago

Excellent food and service!! We'll definitely be back! I highly recommend the Sweet Potato Chicken & Pears!!

The Melting Pot - Buffalo

4.6

4.6 (1471)

$30 and under

Fondue

Buffalo

About the restaurant

Welcome to The Melting Pot. We offer a truly unique dining experience created by the art of fondue.

Whether you're celebrating a birthday, anniversary, a long overdue date night, or celebrating with a group, The Melting Pot Restaurant is perfect for any occasion. Tailor your visit with a four-course dining experience including cheese fondue, salad, entree and dessert. Or, come by for fondue cheese paired with that perfect glass of wine from our extensive selection. That's not to say, we haven't had more than a few stop by to satisfy that chocolate craving after a movie.

Make reservations today, and see what people are talking about.

Top review

BrianVIP

Dined on Dec 13, 2024

Our waitress Taylor was outstanding! My kids really enjoyed the Shirley Temples.

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Pure Chocolate Fondue

4.6

4.6 (62)

$30 and under

Greek

Buffalo

About the restaurant

Acropolis OPA is a modern Greek/Mediterranean neighborhood restaurant located in the heart of Williamsville, NY. We offer a great breakfast and lunch program and a weekend brunch menu as well. Open 6 days a week 8am-9pm Wednesday through Saturday. Tuesday and Sunday we open 8am-4pm. Mondays we are closed. We are known for our breakfast and lunch and dinner and our signature dish is our Souvlaki Salad. For dinner, Our Roasted Lamb Shank is a must. Authentic dishes like Pastitsio and Mousaka and desserts like Rice Pudding and Bougatsa and Baklava are made in house by Effe who started the restaurant in 1982.

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JimVIP

Dined 4 days ago

The bagel with lox was outstanding. As was the Avocado toast.

42N at The Flats

4.6

4.6 (38)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Buffalo

About the restaurant

42 North at The Flats is home to 42 North Brewing Company’s downtown taproom located in the historic Wurlitzer Flats building. In the heart of Buffalo’s theater district, craft beers and a full bar are complimented by creative and contemporary artisan fare from Queen City Bistro. Whether you are stopping in for a beverage or a full meal, 42 North at The Flats is designed to offer a great experience for all.

Reservations open 6 weeks in advance for bookings

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Elwyn

Dined 2 days ago

We enjoyed a relaxing evening in a wonderful Buffalo dining spot. Our waitress, Sam, was fantastic as was our meal.

Hofbrauhaus- Buffalo

4.5

4.5 (2108)

$30 and under

German

Buffalo

About the restaurant

Hofbräuhaus Buffalo, German Inspired and Locally Owned.

Steps away from the KeyBank Center and Canalside, we are Buffalo's biggest party! Featuring live music, indoor and outdoor dining, Hofbräu Beer brewed on-site, and the best Bavarian cuisine. Hofbräuhaus Buffalo welcomes parties of all sizes!

For events, please reach our Director of Marketing and Events at MC@hofbrauhausbuffalo.com
If you encounter any issues booking your reservation, please call us at 716-939-BEER (2337) for assistance.

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Tiffany

Dined 7 days ago

It’s like Oktoberfest every day here and it’s always a fun environment. They also do a nice job at Christmas time.

Texas de Brazil - Buffalo

4.4

4.4 (4191)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Buffalo

About the restaurant

Texas de Brazil, is a Brazilian steakhouse, or churrascaria, that features endless servings of flame-grilled beef, lamb, pork, chicken, and Brazilian sausage as well as an extravagant salad area with a wide array of seasonal chef-crafted items.

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Jake

Dined 1 day ago

Good food. Food seemed to stop for awhile but started coming slowly again.

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Experience

HAPPY HOUR Mon-Fri

Hard Rock Cafe - Niagara Falls

3.8

3.8 (436)

$30 and under

American

Niagara Falls

About the restaurant

Hard Rock Cafe is a global phenomenon with 185 cafes that are visited by nearly 80 million guests each year. The first Hard Rock Cafe opened on June 14, 1971, in London, England, and from there the brand has expanded to major cities and exotic locations around the world.

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Sara

Dined on Nov 16, 2024

The Burger and fries were amazing! The steak Cobb salad was not very good. The lettuce was whilted and soggy.

Parkway Prime Steakhouse & Lounge

3.8

3.8 (506)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Niagara Falls

About the restaurant

Parkway Prime Steakhouse & Lounge is open 7 days a week serving breakfast, lunch and dinner from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Sunday through Thursday and 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM on Friday and Saturdays.

Parkway Prime is a mid-priced Steakhouse. We also have 2 private dining rooms. Private Dining Room East can accommodate a maximum of 25 persons and Private Dining Room West with a maximum of 15 persons. A full service lounge featuring local and favorite brews, all American wine list and beverage menu. We also feature the DoubleTree a la carte menus for all meal periods.

Top review

Deborah

Dined on Nov 28, 2024

Large portions of food, cooked to perfection except for green bean casserole, for which the server quickly offered another side and comped our bill. Server was excellent. Staff was friendly and welcoming.

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Heirloom Restaurant at the Athenaeum Hotel

3.8

3.8 (361)

$31 to $50

American

Mayville

About the restaurant

Heirloom is a full-service restaurant that is located in the historic Athenaeum Hotel on the grounds of Chautauqua Institution. From June 22nd - August 24th we offer breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. On Sundays we have a wonderful brunch buffet and offer a buffet dinner only.

Starting May 1st a lounge menu is available 11am - 9pm daily. Reservations are not required for prior to June 22nd.

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Kathy

Dined on Aug 24, 2024

Wonderful Buffet. We would go back there again .

Juicy Burger Bar

3.4

3.4 (500)

$30 and under

Burgers

Buffalo

About the restaurant

"Pop In" Kitchen located at our sister restaurant Carte Blanche 61 Buffalo Street.
Come in and enjoy various craft beers, cocktails, AMAZING burgers and delicious sandwiches and salads with our #juicycrew
Reservations are given a 15 minute grace period. We ask that if you are going to arrive late or if you have to cancel your reservation please alert us as soon as possible. Given our smaller capacity all tables are given a 90 minute time limit.

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John

Dined on Sep 4, 2024

The food was outstanding! Everything was fresh and perfectly cooked. Sitting by the lake on a beautiful summer night well enjoying this delicious meal was awesome!

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The Juicy Burger

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