Best Kid Friendly Restaurants in Eltham

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26 restaurants available nearby

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1. Platform 3095

4.5

Awesome(55)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Eltham

Booked 1 time today

Cafe, Bar & Eatery located in Eltham, a short walk from the station.

2. Franco & Co

4.5

Awesome(438)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • Eltham

Booked 11 times today

Tucked away in the beautiful, leafy gateway of Eltham, Franco & Co is a classic Melbourne dining experience built on quality, comfort and community. A Mediterranean life revolves around the family dinner table, where you will find great conversation with delicious food and wine. We at Franco, have, have recrated the perfect atmosphere for you and your family to enjoy. The menu, courtesy of celebrity chef Jimmy H.Wong the flavours are simple and big, the portions generous, and our menu is extensive with a mixture of wood-fired pizzas and pasta options.Managed by three brothers and a lifelong friend, our company holds notable credibility within the hospitality industry. Having founded many highly rated venues in Melbourne with each of our venues having their own unique personality, we have created another experience for you to enjoy.

A photo of Rivers Cafe and Foodstore restaurant

3. Rivers Cafe and Foodstore

4.6

Exceptional(2047)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Yarrambat

Booked 31 times today

We are fully licensed Cafe and offer indoor table service and outside takeaway dining. Enjoy views of our garden and lakeside setting along with resident ducks, turtles and kangaroos! Celebration CakesWe do not allow cakes to be brought in, however we can make one for you with a minimum of 48 hours’ notice. Just call us on 9436 3210.About UsLocated within the iconic Rivers of Yarrambat Lifestyle Centre, we are known locally and regionally for our truly unique offer. Expect quality food, friendly service, health inspired dishes and home grown produce from our kitchen garden. Star dishes include our posh cheese, Berry crepes and Belgian lemon teacake.DietaryWe cater for vegetarian, gluten free, vegan and dairy free diets.

4. Watsonia RSL

4.5

Awesome(287)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Watsonia

Booked 16 times today

One of the best RSL Clubs in Victoria, located only 16 kilometers north of Melbourne and only minutes away from Watsonia Railway Station, Public Transport Buses and Greensborough Shopping Centre with a welcoming atmosphere to enjoy your outing.Our Club is open from 9.00 am every day and serves lunch and dinner 7 days a week. We also have a Courtesy Bus service within a 5km radius of our venue to pick you up and take you home and over 140 car parks directly outside our front door.FACILITIESThe Watsonia RSL offers the ultimate experience in entertainment, dining , functions and hospitality.Spread over two levels our facilities include bars, sports bar, bistro, lounge, a large private function room area, cafe, as well as a children’s indoor playground.We also have, TAB Kiosk’s, Club Keno, Fox Sports, Sky Channel and Sportspick!

5. Greensborough RSL

4.5

Awesome(610)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Bistro • Greensborough

Booked 13 times today

Our Family-Friendly RSL Bistro has all your Club favorites, prepared with care by our kitchen team led by Dan O'Halloran. From our famous house-made chicken Parma, to our signature seafood crepe, we have the traditional bistro fare that will keep the whole family happy. Being an RSL member entitles you to members' prices on both food and beverage and special offers such as our member's nights.If you are after a quick bite to eat while watching Fox sports you may want to try our lounge bar downstairs, with all sports on the big screen and a menu to suit.

6. Now and Not Yet

4.8

Exceptional(36)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Warrandyte

Booked 3 times today

One of Melbourne's most successful and popular not-for-profit social enterprises, Now and Not Yet, just over the road from the beautiful Yarra River, is a cafe worth visiting. Featured on channel nine postcards, our passionate chef team has worked for some of the industry's leaders, such as Stephanie Alexander. The classic Melbourne cafe menu offers all-day breakfast with the flavour-packed smashed avocado and a great selection of lunch options. The industrial character creates a welcome but funky environment that fits well into the beautiful leafy country in the city Warrandyte vibe.

A photo of Tesoro Gastronomia restaurant

7. Tesoro Gastronomia

4.6

Exceptional(367)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Balwyn North

Booked 8 times today

Deli-cafe by day, elegant-restaurant by night. Tesoro Gastronomia is a testament to the belief that a dining experience need not be fussy to be fantastic. The seasonal menu pays homage to our Italian roots, presented in a modern context, we explore Italian cuisine's greatest hits whilst taking advantage of the beauty and bounty of seasonal local ingredients.Tesoro exists to share our passion for the beauty and simplicity of Italian cuisine, and 100% of profits are either donated to local charities or used to sponsor the arts & events in the local community. As a collective, we recognise that our parents & grandparents sacrificed to give our generation the gifts of opportunity & prosperity; so Tesoro was created in their honour to pay their legacy forward.

8. Takeaway Pizza

4.9

Exceptional(63)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizza Bar • Preston

Booked 21 times today

TAKEAWAY PIZZA is your local. Located at 535 High Street, Preston Takeaway Pizza doesn't just specialise in New York style thin pizza for a hungry local takeaway trade. We also have a fully stocked bar with huge TIKI party vibes and some crazy good drinks.It's a low key, any day, any occasion kind of joint. Inside think tropical wallpaper, a disco ball, bar seats for walk ins and tables for bookings! On the deck it's all about Pina Colada's in the sun. It is Melbourne, however, so naturally we have heaters and a retractable roof. Pizza, Booze & Good vibes only.

9. Joia Cucina

4.7

Exceptional(29)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Ivanhoe

Booked 5 times today

Joia Cucina, located in Ivanhoe, Victoria, offers an authentic Italian dining experience with a focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients. The restaurant serves classic Italian dishes, including wood-fired pizzas and handcrafted pasta, with options for vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free diners. Joia Cucina embraces Italian hospitality, inviting guests to enjoy a family-style atmosphere that celebrates the flavours and traditions of Italy. Dine-in and takeaway options are available.

10. Northcote Social Club

4.6

Exceptional(216)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pub • Northcote

Booked 26 times today

The iconic Northcote Social Club has been a popular live music venue for many years, it has also become a favourite place to dine and enjoy a relaxed drink amongst the bustling High St. Whether you’re catching up for a drink with friends in the front bar, enjoying a meal from our modern pub inspired menu on our fully heated deck or hosting a special event or function in the Old Bottle Shop or newly renovated Treehouse, we have something for everyone. We are open for lunch and dinner throughout the week, with a diverse menu featuring share plates, to the traditional pub options including a classic parmigiana, Angus beef burger or a 250g Rump steak. Be mesmerized by the eclectic interior, warm wooden accents, elegant lighting and an abundance of greenery around the venue with full accessibility. Northcote Social Club is a safe & inclusive space that is perfect if you’re looking for a unique venue with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

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Carol
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Had a lovely evening - food was delicious, service excellent and amenities were immaculate.
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Franco & CoPrice: Expensive• Pizzeria• Eltham
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4.5
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Lisa
Melbourne •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Always nice food, waiters gift shop all in the one stop!
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Rivers Cafe and FoodstorePrice: Moderate• Café• Yarrambat
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4.6
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DianneVIP
Melbourne •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Meal was great and loved the new look of the dining room!
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Greensborough RSLPrice: Moderate• Bistro• Greensborough
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4.5
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Lesley
Melbourne •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 11, 2025
Food was delicious Service was good. However long wait to order. The chilli prawns were the best.
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Watsonia RSLPrice: Moderate• Australian• Watsonia
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4.5
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Jodie
Victoria •1 review
4.0
Dined on May 24, 2025
They didn’t have our booking on arrival- even though I had replied to emails confirming on more than one occasion. I think open table & 3095 may need to work on this. They squeezed us in though so there was no problem!
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Platform 3095Price: Moderate• Café• Eltham
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4.5

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