Diners' Choice: Kid-friendly restaurants in Delaware

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Updated May 05, 2025

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

Valle Cucina Italiana

4.8

4.8 (881)

$30 and under

Italian

Wilmington

About the restaurant

Welcome to Valle Cucina, Delaware's best kept secret for over forty years! Our name suggests Italian, and it is the best around, but we are also known for our seven time "Best of Delaware" award winning 100% jumbo lump crab cakes, seafood dishes and the area's most amazing dry aged steaks. Valle also showcases a 100+ bottle wine list.

Come as your are or formal, everyone feels at home. We take pride in our friendly service.

Located in the Pike Creek Shopping Center, off Limestone Rd. Valle, opened in 1981 as a pizzeria and has become a must try. We are inviting you to experience what many have called their best dining experience.

For special requests we suggest you call us 302-998-9999 so we can best serve you

Top review

Frank

Dined 1 day ago

Very good service Wednesday evening. Food is always good here with generous portions.

Taverna Rustic Italian - Newark

4.8

4.8 (880)

$30 and under

Italian

Newark

About the restaurant

With the opening of Taverna, Platinum Dining Group brings to life its highly anticipated version of the “neighborhood gathering place.” Rustic and simple in conception but well crafted and high minded in execution, Taverna brings to Newark a casual sophistication that sees reclaimed wood and exposed brick on the wall. Polished marble rest atop the overstretched bar which boasts eighteen draft beers and the state’s first ever “tapped wine” system. A seemingly humble menu is carefully considered with homemade pastas, coal-fired pizzas, and daily “features” that will bring a smile to the most discerning grandmother’s face.

**A NOTE FROM THE RESTAURANT**
Reservations are not required. We welcome walk-ins.
Please contact us directly at 302-444-4334 , if desired reservation time is unavailable or the party size is larger than 6.

Top review

CandiceVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Food was excellent. Our server gave us great recommendations and everything was delicious. Of our party of 4, we all ordered something g different and every dish was wonderful. Thanks for a great dinner and experience.

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The Melting Pot - Wilmington DE

4.7

4.7 (1903)

$31 to $50

Fondue

Wilmington

About the restaurant

The Melting Pot offers an extraordinary dining experience that you won't find at any other restaurant. Here, you'll discover all the ingredients to a perfect evening, including a relaxed atmosphere, private tables, attentive service, fine wines & fabulous four-course dinners. No matter what the occasion, from a romantic date to get-togethers with friends, meetings or large groups. The Melting Pot always hits the spot. Make reservations today & come dip into something different.

Top review

Matt

Dined on Apr 26, 2025

Fun place for a special, "different" night out. A feast and a fun activity rolled into one.

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Home Grown Café

4.7

4.7 (514)

$30 and under

American

Newark

About the restaurant

Home Grown Cafe is an independently owned, award-winning, downtown Newark, DE staple, residing centrally on Main St. for over 23 years under founding owner, Sasha Aber. Matt McConnell leads an incredible staff and day to day operations. Award winning Executive Chef Andrew Thorne is the chef de cuisine who constantly pushes the envelope with locally made from scratch dishes of his own creations, as well as mentoring and showcasing our staff's talent. Home Grown has been named Best of Delaware Upstate for over two decades by Delaware Today readers including awarding the honor of Best Chef Upstate to Andrew Thorne (2022) Guests enjoy incredible service and made from scratch food for all dietary lifestyles, including carnivorous, vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-sensitive in a welcoming environment for all patrons. Colorful walls are adorned with local pop art. The bar features a large array of upscale spirits including house-crafted cocktails and mocktails, over 65 beers, and great wines.

Top review

Todd

Dined 6 days ago

The menu is creative and thoughtful, with exciting and well-balanced flavor combinations that take everything more than a few notches above basic pub fare. And we were similarly impressed with the drink menu; the ones we tried were, like the menu items, creative, thoughtful and well-balanced. All for an incredible value -- our family of four (including two teen boys!) ate very well for about $100, including two cocktails. Thank you HomeGrown! Can't wait to come back!

Redfire Grill Steakhouse

4.6

4.6 (1129)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Hockessin

About the restaurant

It becomes apparent soon after entering RedFire Grill & Steakhouse why it has become the destination spot throughout the Delaware Valley for people seeking out great steaks and chops. The sultry, penetrating tones of scarlet and brick leap out from behind the bar while the cool, casual comforts of stained wood, stone and wrought iron appoint the sophisticated dining room. Our service team is engaging and knowledgeable without being obtrusive or conspicuous. Our menu features a carefully chosen selection of dry-aged beef seared to perfection on our 1200 degree Chophouse Broiler. Other menu items include fresh fish, organic chicken & traditional steakhouse beef offerings. Lunch options are highlighted by generously portioned salads, sandwiches and signature burgers.

**A NOTE FROM THE RESTAURANT**
Reservations are not required. We welcome walk-ins.
Please contact us directly at 302-235-2600, if desired reservation time is unavailable or the party size is larger than 6 guests.

Top review

Steve

Dined 4 days ago

It was awesome! We had never heard of Redfire Grill, but will definitely be going back. Everything we ordered was great, and our waiter (Ryan) was on top of everything including recommendations.

El Camino Mexican Kitchen

4.6

4.6 (640)

$30 and under

Mexican

Wilmington

About the restaurant

Bright, engaging So. Cal. chill gives way to PDG’s spin on imaginative Mexican fare. Inviting aesthetic peppered with pops of color and a contemporary comfort. Fresh and fun cocktail offerings are anchored by a selection of over 100 tequilas and mescals, while a refreshingly eager and excited service team round out our newest North Wilmington offering.

**A NOTE FROM THE RESTAURANT**
Reservations are not required. We welcome walk-ins.
Please contact us directly at 302-543-4245, if desired reservation time is unavailable or the party size is larger than 6.

Top review

Karen MVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Was a very nice experience, food was very good, our server Bella was excellent & very attentive to our needs. Over all a good time had by all.

Santa Fe Mexican Grill-Wilmington

4.6

4.6 (350)

$30 and under

Mexican

Wilmington

About the restaurant

We Welcome you to Santa Fe Mexican Grill. Our award winning casual Mexican restaurant brings traditional flavors in a modern, vibrant yet comfortable atmosphere. Since March 2003, our culinary team has offered creative and thoughtful dishes influenced by the regions of Oaxaca and Mexico city “El D.F.” alongside some family recipes from their home state like Puebla and Jalisco. Moles, Tlayudas, Chimichangas, Tacos al Pastor, and creative guacamoles made to order are at the center of the stage. Our cocktail list incorporates some trendy ingredients, relevant tequilas, and a very exciting Mezcal cocktail list.

Our mission is to exceed all of your expectations and become your number one choice to unwind after a long workday or celebrate a special occasion with friends or family.

We cannot wait to meet you!

Top review

jordon

Dined on Apr 22, 2025

Always delicious and amazing service. Short rib enchiladas for the win

Lore

4.6

4.6 (122)

$31 to $50

Italian

Middletown

About the restaurant

Newly renovated restaurant is NOW OPEN! Stunning, (soon to be) award-winning, artisan Woodfire restaurant nestled within the St. Anne’s Club in Middletown, Delaware.
Italian and Modern American fusion wood fire-kitchen with craft cocktail bar that combines locally-inspired, fresh, and creative food with refined artisan cocktails derived from only the highest quality ingredients.
Expect high-quality food in a comfortable atmosphere, ambiance, and polished staff, striving to create a sense of ‘place’ and provide a great experience to all of our guests.

Top review

MarkVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Great apps. Best brick oven pizza in northern Delaware, deserving of comparisons to Pizzeria Vetri.

Iron Hill Brewery - Wilmington

4.5

4.5 (2156)

$30 and under

American

Wilmington

About the restaurant

Welcome to Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant, where you'll find fine handcrafted beers, creative yet informal cuisine, and friendly, attentive service in a casual, upscale atmosphere. We're passionate about producing distinctive, full-flavored handcrafted beers, accompanied by fresh–from–scratch New American cuisine in a comfortable, casual atmosphere. Our goal has always been to provide food and beer that is inspired, consistently crafted and presented by a knowledgeable and courteous service staff.

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KRYSTLEVIP

Dined on May 1, 2025

I enjoyed my fish tacos and truffle fries! Our server as kind and accomodating!

Sugar Factory American Brasserie Restaurant

3.9

3.9 (1767)

$30 and under

American

Dover

About the restaurant

Sugar Factory American Brasserie brings its high-energy atmosphere to Dover, DE. The family-friendly, celebration destination known for its over-the-top sweets & treats, the world-famous restaurant promises a memorable experience. Offering brunch, lunch and dinner, our menu features colorful dishes, as well as its signature 64 oz. goblets & larger-than-life Milkshakes.

All reservations with individuals under 21 yrs of age, must be accompanied by a legal guardian that is 21 yrs of age or older at all time during.
* Please note, all members of your party must be present to be seated. Reservations are held for 15 minutes.*

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janyce

Dined on Apr 18, 2025

Service was very good. I had the turkey club which was very good and plenty of hot fries

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