Best Kid Friendly Restaurants in Downtown

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A photo of The Sun Dial Restaurant, Bar & View restaurant

1. The Sun Dial Restaurant, Bar & View

4.4

Awesome(8991)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 65 times today

The Sun Dial Restaurant, Bar & View welcomes diners to enjoy its modern upscale setting paired with spectacular service and unbeatable views. Standing 723 feet above Peachtree Street, The Sun Dial is Atlanta's only tri-level dining complex that offers 360-degree panoramic views of the city's skyline. Diners enjoy seasonal contemporary-American dishes, inspired by local ingredients.With spectacular views and tantalizing menus to create the perfect ambiance, The Sun Dial Restaurant, Bar & View truly is the ultimate Atlanta dining experience. *EFFECTIVE APRIL 1, 2025, WE WILL ONLY BE EXCEPTING PARTIES OF UP TO 10, IN THE RESTAURANT. EFFECTIVE *JUNE 1, 2025 THERE WILL BE A $30 PER PERSON CANCELLATION FEE FOR ALL RESERVATIONS CANCELLED THE DAY OF THE RESERVATION.*PLEASE NOTE THAT OUR ROTATION FEATURE, IN THE RESTUARANT, IS UNAVAILABLE. IN THE MEANTIME, YOU MAY STILL ENJOY THE 360 DEGREE VIEWS AT THE SUN DIAL.

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2. Hard Rock Cafe - Atlanta

3.9

Excellent(1606)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 12 times today

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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3. Max Lager's Wood-Fired Grill & Brewery

4.2

Awesome(1633)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 4 times today

Max Lager's Wood-Fired Grill & Brewery invites you to experience a slice of Atlanta's history. Located in a beautifully renovated historic building, this iconic restaurant has been a culinary staple since 1998. Enjoy a unique dining experience that combines the warmth of a wood-fired grill with expertly brewed beer. The menu features a variety of dishes, including hickory smoked chops, juicy steaks, wood-fired pizzas, and fresh salads, all crafted with the finest ingredients. As a brewery, Max Lager's offers award-winning beers created by master brewer John Roberts, ensuring the perfect pairing for your meal. Whether you prefer a crisp lager or a rich stout, there's something for everyone. The inviting ambiance features exposed brick walls, wood beams, and a spacious patio with city views. With attentive service from the friendly staff, Max Lager's is the perfect place to enjoy great food and drink in a historic setting.

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4. Margaritaville - Atlanta

2.5

(82)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 3 times today

Escape to Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville, located at Centennial Park surrounded by Atlanta's most popular attractions such as the Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola, College Football Hall of Fame, and the SkyView Atlanta Ferris wheel. From photo-worthy views to a suspended airplane, Margaritaville is more than a restaurant; it's a state of mind. Margaritaville has everything you need to have a good time with great island-inspired food, several unique bars, live music, and two levels of seating overlooking the dynamic downtown Atlanta entertainment district. Chill out with a margarita at the Tiki Bar, License To Chill Bar, or 5 o'Clock Somewhere Bar.

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5. Café Momentum - Atlanta

4.9

Exceptional(12)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 5 times today

Café Momentum is an award-winning restaurant and nonprofit that transforms young lives by equipping Atlanta’s justice-involved youth with life skills, education, and employment opportunities to help them achieve their full potential.

6. Big Kahuna

3.9

Excellent(129)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Downtown

If you don't find any availability online for small or large parties please text us on: (404) 644-0909Big Kahuna combines the the surf and south by offering a creative menu featuring fresh ingredients and eclectic flavors. This California Mexican restaurant in Atlanta overlooks the downtown skyline with amazing crafted tacos, juicy burgers, tasty burritos and refreshing cocktails like margaritas, moscow mules, numerous draft beers and an 80 inch to watch all your favorite games.Our coastal setting allows the customer to be comfortable in Atlanta while envisioning the crashing waves of the Pacific Coast. Big Kahuna brings Southern California surf inspired Baja-mex and classic American food prepared with a coastal flair.Big Kahuna is the perfect location for business luncheons and dinners, convention events, students and large parties. Contact us to set up a great meeting or event for your group.

7. The Optimist

4.7

Exceptional(9283)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • West Midtown

Booked 104 times today

The Optimist brings a seaside fish camp experience to landlocked Atlantans. The ever-changing menu features high-quality, sustainable seafood masterfully paired with fresh, local ingredients. From sophisticated, daily-catch dishes to crudos and beachside classics, chef-owner Ford Fry’s the Optimist transports guests to their favorite coastal haunts.

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8. Marcus Bar & Grille

4.4

Awesome(1441)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Old Fourth Ward

Booked 36 times today

Marcus Bar & Grille is a vibrant, funky neighborhood restaurant dreamt up by Chef Marcus Samuelsson. Out of a gorgeous open kitchen featuring a wood-fired grill and oven, Marcus B&G serves elevated comfort classics and ambitious signature dishes. Taking cues from the history of Atlanta and the Old Fourth Ward, the space is built to celebrate community, music, and great food & drink.

9. Ecco Midtown

4.6

Exceptional(5045)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• European • Midtown

Booked 20 times today

Ecco Midtown has been an Atlanta institution since being named Esquire’s "Best New Restaurant in America" in 2006. Since then, Ecco has built a reputation on serving up handcrafted and artisan flavors like hearth-fired pizzas, house-made pastas, and mouthwatering charcuterie boards to pair with an adventurous cocktail list and expertly curated cellar. With its open air patio, stylish yet unpretentious vibe, and enviable location in the heart of Atlanta, Ecco Midtown is the kind of place where every meal feels special.

10. Thrive

4.5

Awesome(1686)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 11 times today

Thrive is an upscale casual restaurant where food, drink & lounge meet pleasing taste buds from around the world since 2007 with award winning dishes & specialty cocktails. Our salads, sandwiches, soups, sushi, steak, seafood & so much more are all prepared using the highest quality and freshest ingredients. Thrive is pleased to offer a stimulating wine list as well as a great selection of beer and sake. Join us for our After Work Mixer Monday – Friday from 4pm-7pm for $5 appetizers & specialty cocktails.Come see why Jezebel Magazine voted Thrive in their top 100 Atlanta Restaurants three consecutive years, and Restaurant and Bar Magazine voted Thrive in their top 100 venues.

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Maria Carina Nicole
Vancouver / British Columbia •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Shaunna was very helpful and definitely lived the experience and expectations of the location.
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The Sun Dial Restaurant, Bar & ViewPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.4
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SherylVIP
Atlanta •27 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We love dining here. Great meal and making a positive impact all at the same time.
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Café Momentum - AtlantaPrice: Very Expensive• American• Downtown
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4.9
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HermanVIP
1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 3, 2025
Service was excellent. Great place to hang out before an event at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. If you like breaded wings this is the place.
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Max Lager's Wood-Fired Grill & BreweryPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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4.2
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Linda
Atlanta •1 review
5.0
Dined on May 30, 2025
The band, Opus 23 was a real vibe! The music was amazing…will come again to see them!
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Hard Rock Cafe - AtlantaPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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3.9
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Kieser
Atlanta •5 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 1, 2025
The coconut shrimp with the sauce was very good and the jalapeno tatar sauce was good as well. But the fish and chips I wouldn’t get that again. Our server was excellent.
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Margaritaville - AtlantaPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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2.5

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