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Diners' Choice: Kid-friendly restaurants in Durham

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Updated June 05, 2025

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


A photo of Napoli Pizzeria & Gelateria restaurant
4.9
4.9 (137)
$30 and under
Pizzeria
Carrboro
About the restaurant
Offering small plates, True wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, housemade gelato, local beer on draft, wine & cocktails in downtown Carrboro!
Top review
Sam
Dined on Jun 20, 2025
The food was great and the service was excellent overall, however when we arrived the first thing the host told us was that there was another reservation at 8 pm behind us but, “that leaves you plenty of time” (Our reservation was at 6:30 pm for 6 people). This made us feel a bit rushed and the comment felt unnecessary. Managing overbookings is the responsibility of the restaurant not the guest. Our server on the other hand was excellent and never brought up the time and the food was great.
A photo of It's A Southern Thing Ellis Crossings restaurant
4.9
4.9 (65)
$30 and under
Southern
Durham
About the restaurant
It's A Southern Thing is our owner's personal love letter to The South. We've proudly served Downtown Durham since 2017 and are thrilled to expand and open up our second location here at Ellis Crossing. Known for our unique take on traditional Southern fair, we welcome you with a laid back atmosphere, Southern hospitality, delicious craft cocktails and thoughtfully created, scratch made dishes. From our best-selling Shrimp and Grits to Sweet Tea Brined Pork Chops, Fried Green Tomatoes, Collard Greens, Chicken and Waffle Skewers and everything in between, you will find familiar flavors presented in an original way. Offering brunch and dinner seven days a week, with extended bar hours and a private dining area for small functions, we invite you to come in, stay a while and let us show you why so many customers love being part of our It's A Southern Thing family.
Top review
Kevin
Dined on May 24, 2025
There were not a lot of servers there, even though it was a weekend. This unfortunately and slowed down food and drink delivery. The food was very good as well as drinks, but the dining experience took a lot longer than we would have liked. I definitely will continue to go there though but getting automatic 15% tip added with just the 2 of us was not appealing when they said only parties of 8 or more had that added on posted on the table.
A photo of Jujube restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1488)
$31 to $50
Contemporary Asian
Chapel Hill
About the restaurant
Jujube offers a unique culinary experience to the Triangle that brings Asian cuisine infused with the finest Western influenced flavors. We feature an extensive collection of craft beer, a wide variety of wines that elegantly complement our menu, as well as a refreshing assortment of signature cocktails. Escape the ordinary. Come enjoy our social and harmonious environment where Asian themed decor and soft lantern lighting awaits you. In the warmer months, enjoy dining al fresco on our screened patio. At Jujube we aim to bring you an eclectic myriad of tastes in an ambiance that brings together both the beauty of Asian tradition paired with a whimsical modern twist. Curbside Pickup and Dine in daily. Reservations or call ahead strongly encouraged.
Top review
LesterVIP
Dined on Jun 18, 2025
A simply amazing "beverage dinner" - all very creative, both the eating and drinking. Perhaps, one of the finest "wine dinners" we have ever attended. Price/value was supersonic. Only slight issue was how long it took.
A photo of Refectory Cafe restaurant
4.8
4.8 (980)
$30 and under
American
Durham
About the restaurant
Established in 2005, The Refectory Cafe was the first “Green” restaurant on the Duke campus and was located at the Duke Divinity and Law Schools. Now located just 2 miles from Duke's West Campus, The award-winning Refectory Cafe continues to be the restaurant where omnivores, vegetarians, vegans, and gluten-free folks happily share a table together in the same facility. Every diet classification can delight in delicious, satisfying, creative food from a common menu, while enjoying the health benefits of consuming clean food, minimally processed.

Appreciate the Award winning flavor and creativity of our Executive Chef Jake Miles & Pastry Chef Rosa Redel.

MOST RECENT AWARDS: 2023-2025
2023 #4 Independent Restaurant in the STATE (Southern Living Magazine)
TripAdvisor #1 / #2
Best Brunch
Best Wine List
Best Pie
Best Vegan
Best Vegetarian
Best Patio Dining

We look forward to serving you! You will love the food and our team!

Top review
Harriet
Dined on Jun 27, 2025
Easy to get to and lots of parking available. Shaded outdoor seating available and dining room with beautiful fresh flowers on the tables. Wait staff was friendly, respectful and knowledgeable. Indian Dal entree was delightful!
A photo of Lime & Lemon Indian Grill & Bar - Durham restaurant
4.7
4.7 (221)
$30 and under
Indian
Durham
About the restaurant
Rated as the # 1 Indian Restaurant in Triangle, Lime & Lemon Indian Grill offers an immersive dining experience with exquisite dishes that will take you on a journey through India's many regions, traditions and festivals. We meticulously curate using only the best ingredients to create dishes that are authentic, unsurpassed, and timeless. All this in an ultra-modern setting to ensure your dining affair is nothing short of perfect.

Featured in the October 2019 edition of News & Observer and received a 4 out of 5 star rating. It has been consistently voted as one of the Top 10 Ethnic restaurants and has also been recognized as the Best Indian Restaurant in the Triangle for 2019, 2020 and 2021.

Top review
OpenTable Diner
Dined 7 days ago
The food was great, huge food and drinks menu, and the service was very good.
A photo of Emmy Squared - Durham restaurant
4.7
4.7 (114)
$30 and under
Pizzeria
Durham
About the restaurant
Founded on an unconditional love of well-made food, we use only the highest quality ingredients for our famous Detroit-style pizzas. As Emmy Squared has grown, we’ve continued to make fans and receive accolades along the way, including winning Nashville’s Battle of the Burger, being recognized as one of "The Best New Burgers in NYC" (Gothamist) and one of the "20 Best Burgers in NYC" (Infatuation). Besides award-winning pizzas and burgers, you’ll find delectable appetizers, sandwiches, and salads on our extensive menu. We look forward to welcoming you to Emmy Squared Durham and sharing our unique take on American “comfort food.”
Top review
Michael
Dined on Jun 25, 2025
Great pizza, drinks, atmosphere, location, and service.
A photo of Coffee Bar at The Durham restaurant
4.6
4.6 (549)
$30 and under
American
Durham
About the restaurant
The Coffee Bar at The Durham is a morning-to-night gathering place where days begin with breakfast and Counter Culture coffee, afternoons invite co-working and casual meetings over salads and sandwiches, and evenings unfold with classic cocktails, spirit-free drinks, and shareable plates. It’s low-key — order at the bar, then settle into a book, puzzle, or board game with friends. With a welcoming atmosphere and room to gather, it’s an ideal spot for clubs and meetups to come together. Light-filled by day, cozy by night, it’s not quite a coffee shop, not quite a bar — it’s the perfect in-between.
 
Reservations available via Open Table for Brunch and Special Events or Contact our sales team at 919-768-8831 to reserve space in advance for your club or meeting.  

Top review
KellyVIP
Dined 6 days ago
excellent avocado toast; topped with goat cheese was divine.
A photo of Maggiano's - Durham restaurant
4.3
4.3 (4450)
$30 and under
Italian
Durham
About the restaurant
Join us for lunch or dinner at Maggiano's Durham and savor the rich flavors of Italian-American dishes inspired by Nonna’s traditional recipes. We are centrally located for UNC Chapel Hill, Duke University, NC State and NC Central, making us a great destination for visiting parents and students. The 17 theater cinema located at the Streets at Southpoint makes our location the perfect place for dinner and a movie. Visit us at 8030 Renaissance Pkwy or book your reservation today!
Top review
Yolonda
Dined 7 days ago
I am not a fan of the new family-style menu. The opening act isn't that good. Appetizer, why would you add Calamari, considering there are so many seafood allergies? That was a bust to me. Also, the fettuccine only had like five strips of chicken, which also lacked sauce. This wasn't my best experience. Not to mention the beef tenderloin was raw. We asked for medium temp, and it was bloody as soon as you cut it. This is one of my favorite places to eat, but the changes to the family-style service aren't pleasing at all. I will not be ordering family style again, unless they change the choices to better options. I hope changes are made for several reasons.
A photo of Kanki Durham restaurant
4.3
4.3 (469)
$31 to $50
Japanese
Durham
About the restaurant
Since 1972, Kanki has been the Triangle’s favorite Japanese steakhouse and sushi house.
Located in West Durham on Mount Moriah Road, Kanki Durham serves up delicious hibachi lunches and dinners, sushi and much more.

Our Durham, NC Japanese restaurant is the only Kanki location with a To-Go number, and we make picking up take out orders fast and simple with designated parking spaces and an easily accessible “Take Out” door.

Kanki will only seat complete parties. Please have all your guests accounted for prior to seating. Incomplete parties must wait to be seated until all has arrived.

An 18% gratuity will be added to parties of 6 or more.

Top review
Scott
Dined on Jun 15, 2025
We always have a great time! The food is amazing! And the show is always entertaining
A photo of Tataco restaurant
4.3
4.3 (21)
$30 and under
Mexican
Durham
About the restaurant
TaTaco, brainchild of 2x James Beardsemifinalist Oscar Diaz
Top review
Scott
Dined 2 days ago
Happy informative server made it a great experience.
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