Best Kid Friendly Restaurants in Maplewood

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodMexicanJapanese

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EssexHudsonPassaicUnion

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BayonneBerkeley HeightsCedar GroveClarkCliftonCranford

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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21 restaurants available nearby

A photo of La Famiglia Ristorante and Pizzeria - Maplewood restaurant

1. La Famiglia Ristorante and Pizzeria - Maplewood

4.4

Awesome(11)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Maplewood

Booked 2 times today

Welcome to our Italian restaurant, where we celebrate the vibrant flavors and rich culinary traditions of Italy. From the moment you step inside, you'll be transported to a cozy and charming setting that evokes the warmth and hospitality of the Italian countryside.Our menu is a carefully crafted selection of classic and modern Italian dishes, made with the freshest and highest quality ingredients available. Start your meal with one of our delicious antipasti, such as our crispy calamari or our creamy burrata with tomatoes and onions.To complement your meal don't forget to save room for dessert - our tiramisu and cannoli are not to be missed.Whether you're looking for a romantic dinner for two or a lively gathering with friends and family, our Italian restaurant is the perfect destination. We can't wait to share our passion for Italian cuisine with you

A photo of Benihana - Short Hills, NJ restaurant

2. Benihana - Short Hills, NJ

3.6

Very Good(2629)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Short Hills

Booked 74 times today

Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.

A photo of Red Lobster - Union restaurant

3. Red Lobster - Union

3.5

Very Good(13)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Union

Booked 4 times today

Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration. Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favorites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo. Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maine Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Lobster Punch and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today. Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options. For parties of 11+, please call.

A photo of Legal Sea Foods - Short Hills restaurant

4. Legal Sea Foods - Short Hills

4.2

Awesome(2676)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Short Hills

Booked 34 times today

On the first floor of The Mall at Short Hills, Legal Sea Foods welcomes guests to our modern and bright dining room, featuring booth seating and a large, inviting bar. Enjoy New England favorites, including Boston's best clam chowder, oysters and raw bar, lobster, grilled and fried seafood, as well as steaks, pasta and more!

5. Echo Tap & Grille

4.5

Awesome(769)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• International • Westfield

Booked 24 times today

Echo Tap & Grille is an upscale restaurant & bar serving an eclectic food menu with bespoke cocktails, a specialized craft beer menu & top notch service. Opened in January of 2016, the Echo Tap is a lively neighborhood bar and restaurant designed and built by friends and family.

6. Sol-Mar

4.8

Exceptional(172)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Portuguese • Newark

Booked 17 times today

Sol Mar Restaurant & Marisqueira is one of the leading seafood restaurants in New Jersey. It is family operated, opened in 1957, and focused on authentic Portuguese & Mediterranean cuisines. The interior of Sol-Mar is handcrafted as carefully as the menu, as diners are transported across the Atlantic as soon as they walk through the doors thanks to the authentic decor and style of the dining room. It is located just a few blocks from Newark Penn Station, close to Newark International Airport, in the famous neighborhood of Ironbound.Sol Mar’s menu experience featuring the finest seafood catch from regional coasts and international waters in Portugal and all over the world is showcased at your table. Diners who aren't feeling the taste of seafood can still order other dishes such as grilled porterhouse steak, pork chops in garlic sauce, and chicken marsala. You can enjoy all of Portugal's magnificent atmospheres without leaving the premises.

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7. Meet Me at Madison's

4.8

Exceptional(16)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Montclair

Booked 10 times today

Meet Me At Madison's is a European designate upscale Bistro serving Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Sunday Brunch. Our Award winning, Chef Saverio Stassi, has created a fusion menu inspired by his many trips around the world. This enabled him to create an array of flavor combinations and a menu for everyone. Popular dishes include Latin inspired linguine, Spicy Chilean Sea and his Basque Cheesecake with chocolate tahini sauce- a crowd favorite! Take out and a full coffee/espresso menu are available.

A photo of Panevino Ristorante restaurant

8. Panevino Ristorante

4.5

Awesome(962)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Livingston

Booked 15 times today

Panevino comes from the Italian words “pane e vino”, bread and wine, the essentials of life. Our working herb garden, rustic décor, wood-burning pizza oven, and a beautiful outdoor patio are just part of what makes Panevino a special place to eat. Caputo flour imported from Italy, San Marzano tomatoes, handmade fior di latte mozzarella, and water from a local spring just like the ones in Italy's Campania region make our pizza as authentic and delicious as the pies found in Naples. Our Livingston restaurant also offers savory pastas (and gluten free pasta!), fresh seafood, delicious salads, sensational antipasti and pizza delivery. Our two outdoor bocce ball courts are also a great way to have fun in the sun! Serving the area for 30 years, we are proud to be known as one of the best Italian restaurants in NJ.

9. Ciao Bello

4.5

Awesome(89)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Cranford

Booked 7 times today

Ciao Bello Restaurants is your neighborhood Italian bistro with a tradition rooted in flavorful food and warm hospitality. At our establishment, your dining pleasure is our priority. Enjoy authentic Italian cuisine right here in Cranford. Enjoy indoor and outdoor patio seating!

10. Q'Tal Bar & Grill

3.8

Excellent(49)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Newark

Q'tal is a Multicultural restaurant serving a mix of New American dishes with Brazilian and Italian influence in Kearny NJ. We offer a complete experience from beginning to end in our dining room, bar, and cozy back patio. Behind our glass kitchen is Executive Chef, Edney Moreira, who takes pride in creating our unique menu and ensuring dishes are always fresh, as well as incorporating handmade ingredients such as our bread and pasta. We also have signature cocktails with a focus on beautiful and fresh ingredients, selected wine list and beer list.

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NoelM
Houston •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Love that the owner is there to see that everyone is treated well.
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Echo Tap & GrillePrice: Moderate• International• Westfield
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4.5
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AlishaVIP
New York City •27 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Always a pleasure and the food is extremely fresh. I enjoy the quality and dependably fabulous meal!
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Legal Sea Foods - Short HillsPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Short Hills
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4.2
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 1, 2025
Daniel did amazing food was delicious!! We have a great lunch
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Benihana - Short Hills, NJPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Short Hills
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3.6
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Philadelphia County •1 review
4.0
Dined on Feb 20, 2025
I’m really glad that Red Lobster is back again and better than ever. Every dish we had was delicious. The service was a bit slow at first but definitely picked up. We were in no rush and that didn’t bother us. I’m on a carb break now but when it’s time to enjoy such food, I will be back. Thank you.
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Red Lobster - UnionPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Union
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3.5
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Doreen
New York City •15 reviews
4.0
Dined on Feb 15, 2025
Food and service were very good. Was skeptically because of it being inside a pizzeria and take out service, but once seated and tasting the food, we were pleasantly surprised. The size and taste of the shrimps in the Penne alla Vodka was delicious.
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La Famiglia Ristorante and Pizzeria - MaplewoodPrice: Moderate• Italian• Maplewood
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4.4

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