Diners' Choice: Kid-friendly restaurants in Houston

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Updated October 05, 2024

Looking for the best restaurants that are kid friendly in Houston? 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!

Goode Co. Armadillo Palace

4.7

4.7 (226)

$30 and under

American

Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor

About the restaurant

Our Armadillo Palace brings the best of Texas together with one dance hall, two bars, three stages and a state-of-the-art kitchen serving indoors and out. It's our tribute to the city that's been so good to us for generations - and a celebration of all that makes our buttons-pop-proud to be Texan.

Since crossing the big pond too long ago to count, the Goode family has dedicated itself to sharing the culinary convergence of our flavorful past: the salt of the Gulf, the soul of the South, the spice of the border and that sweet smoke of Texas. From spit-roasted chicken to grilled redfish on the half shell, our dishes are steeped in tradition - and just as much flavor.

Whiskey-forward and born from lore, our Orange Blossom Bar takes its cue from our longtime friend and local music legend, Leon "Pappy" Selph. Pappy was known for his love of smooth whiskey and the stories that flow when a few drinks and good company come together.

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Michael

Dined on Sep 17, 2024

We went with family from out of town for a true Texas Southern treat and everybody left so full and happy

Superica Houston Heights

4.7

4.7 (64)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

Northside

About the restaurant

Welcome to Superica, ‘Where Sunshine Spends the Winter.’ You may know this as Tex-Mex cuisine. Here, the atmosphere of the Old West has been preserved for the enjoyment of all guests. We hope to see you soon.

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Cora

Dined on Sep 29, 2024

We love the vibe and most importantly the food at Superica! Great location and friendly, helpful staff!

Downtown Aquarium

4.6

4.6 (2999)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Downtown

About the restaurant

The Aquarium Restaurant offers guests an exciting and unique dining experience in an extraordinary setting. Your underwater adventure begins as you are seated around the 150,000 gallon aquarium with excellent views of giant groupers, reticulated rays, majestic sawfish, and other fascinating creatures as they swim right by your table. The Aquarium is not only a feast for the eyes, but also for the palate. Make a splash with deliciously fresh seafood, steak, chicken and decadent desserts all served in an unbelievable underwater setting.

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Juan

Dined today

We went to celebrate a birthday had a great time everything was perfect.

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Popular dish

Shrimp Platter

Aquarium - Kemah

4.5

4.5 (604)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Kemah / Seabrook

About the restaurant

Your underwater adventure beings as you are seated around a 50,000 gallon aquarium, which allows exceptional floor-to-ceiling viewing from all tables. Marvel as a wide variety of fish such as stingrays, sharks and other fascinating creatures swim right by your table. The Aquarium is not only a feast for the eyes but also for the palate. Make a splash with deliciously fresh seafood, steak, seafood and decadent desserts all served in an unbelievable underwater setting.

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Shannonvip

Dined 6 days ago

Waiter was wonderful, overall great experience!!!!

Rainforest Cafe - Galveston

4.5

4.5 (518)

$31 to $50

American

Galveston

About the restaurant

You don’t have to travel far to dine in a tropical rainforest, It’s a safari for the senses. Our menu contains an array of delicious items and tropical treats you’re sure to go WILD for. End your journey with the out-of-this-world VOLCANO dessert. Discover the rainforest, complete with cascading waterfalls, tropical rainstorms, trumpeting elephants and entertaining gorillas. It’s not just another meal; it’s an adventure! Don’t forget to take a journey through our Retail Village and float through an EPIC excursion at the Rainforest River Adventure Ride right next door!
CAUTION: Flashing lights and thunder sounds inside restaurant and Rainforest River Adventure Ride. May cause discomfort and/ or seizures for those with photosensitive epilepsy.

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Michelle

Dined 3 days ago

A fun meal! I had the veggie pasta and it was delicious

The Original Ninfa's Uptown

4.5

4.5 (737)

$30 and under

Mexican

Galleria / Uptown

About the restaurant

If you're looking for a Houston Mexican restaurant, Ninfa's is not only a local icon, having serviced politicians, celebrities & even visiting royalty, their Mexican food is unbeatable. Chef Alex Padilla uses only top quality ingredients, like Mama Ninfa herself did, & fresh Gulf of Mexico seafood like red snapper, jumbo shrimp & more.

Voted Best Margaritas, you can enjoy Ninfaritas on our spacious patios, dine on the best Mexican dishes & fajitas around and truly enjoy a great restaurant experience.

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Lizvip

Dined on Sep 28, 2024

Great food and service. Slightly loud, but we have a few hard of hearing in our party. Kid friendly and our waitress was very sweet with the kiddos.

Maggiano's - Houston

4.4

4.4 (3900)

$30 and under

Italian

Westside

About the restaurant

Join us for lunch or dinner at Maggiano's Post Oak and savor the rich flavors of Italian-American dishes inspired by Nonna’s traditional recipes. Located in one of Texas' largest shopping malls, our location offers a delicious dining and luxury shopping experience. Visit us at 2019 Post Oak Blvd. and book your reservation today!

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 4 days ago

Love this location. Always a good experience when I visit.

Fish Tales

4.2

4.2 (842)

$30 and under

Seafood

Galveston

About the restaurant

Located across the street from Pleasure Pier, break away from the beach and enjoy fresh fare on the most popular beachfront balcony on the Seawall in Galveston. Fish Tales specializes in seafood straight from the Gulf of Mexico, as well as pastas, steaks, salads and more. Start with our famous Shrimp Kisses – bacon-wrapped and stuffed with jalapeno Jack cheese. Then savor Galveston seafood by trying one of our signature dishes like Fresh Catch Redfish, Fried Shrimp, Blackened Stuffed Catfish Etouffée or Succulent Snow Crab Legs. After an incredible meal, indulge in our large assortment of ice cream and desserts that will satisfy any sweet tooth! Fish Tales in Galveston is open daily for lunch and dinner with great happy specials including beers & cocktails.

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Dined on Sep 28, 2024

Our 1st time here surprisingly. We've been to G-ton many many times but for some reason we've missed this place. Glad we picked a good night to attend. We were in town for the 5K. So we had dinner the before. We sat on the balcony across the Pleasure Pier. Spectacular. Fun time to watch the rides and listen to the excitement of the riders. The food and view was good. Service was good but I believe they were busy and short staffed. The ice cream downstairs was a great capper. Blue Bell rocks! Fun kids running the booth. We took our ice cream and walked the beach. Such a fun evening. Thanks.

Rainforest Cafe - Katy Mills

4.0

4 (396)

$31 to $50

American

Katy

About the restaurant

You don’t have to travel far to dine in a tropical rainforest, It’s a safari for the senses. Our menu contains an array of delicious items and tropical treats you’re sure to go WILD for. End your journey with the out-of-this-world VOLCANO dessert.
Discover the rainforest, complete with cascading waterfalls, tropical rainstorms, trumpeting elephants and entertaining gorillas. It’s not just another meal; it’s an adventure! Don’t forget to take a journey through our Retail Village.
CAUTION: Flashing lights and thunder sounds inside restaurant. May cause discomfort and/ or seizures for those with photosensitive epilepsy.

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Idris

Dined on Sep 5, 2024

Great service overall. No complaints!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Sugar Factory - Houston

3.0

3 (24)

$31 to $50

American

Galleria / Uptown

About the restaurant

With locations in some of the world’s most cosmopolitan cities, including Las Vegas, New York City, Bahrain, Chicago, Miami, Dubai, Orlando and Manila, Sugar Factory is known the world over for its celebrity-endorsed Couture Pops, which have turned sweets into the latest designer accessory. Iconic superstars including Kylie Jenner, Kendall Jenner, Britney Spears, Drake, Nicole Scherzinger, Kim Kardashian, Eva Longoria and Rupert Grint are just a few of the celebrities who have either endorsed or have been spotted with the sparkly lollipops. Sugar Factory’s loyal celebrity following has received widespread media attention from People Magazine, the Daily Mail, US Weekly, Entertainment Tonight, Extra and more.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Aug 11, 2024

This was my first visit to the Houston location. It was my two boys birthdays! The ladies made it so fun and special for them. Management came by checking on us too. Overall, loved it !!

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