Diners' Choice: Kid-friendly restaurants in Austin

OpenTable

Updated July 05, 2025

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

Santa Catarina - Cherrywood

4.7

4.7 (24)

$30 and under

Mexican / Southwestern

Cherrywood/Upper Boggy Creek

About the restaurant

From the farm and ocean to their friendly neighborhood table, Santa Catarina combines fresh ingredients with classic and new Mexican recipes for an authentic dining experience. Join us for interior and coastal favorites, all in a cozy, inviting atmosphere. We proudly offer both food and drink specials during happy hour from 4pm-6pm every day, including our signature $8 agave margaritas, $7 guacamole and quesadillas, and more. View our menus to see items indicated with happy hour pricing.

Top review

NanciVIP

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

Nice light atmosphere, good food, very reasonable in price.nice outside seating.

The Well - Westlake

4.7

4.7 (62)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

West Austin / Westlake

About the restaurant

The Well blends clean ingredients, local and sustainable farming, and authentic flavors for a culinary experience that redefines eating well in Austin, Texas.

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Alice

Dined on Jun 28, 2025

Amazing food and very healthy options. The service was great.

Fogo de Chao - Austin

4.6

4.6 (2200)

$30 and under

Brazilian

Downtown

About the restaurant

RECENTLY RELOCATED Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.

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Michelle

Dined 4 days ago

Allergen menu available- ana eggs/pn/tn Waiters were polite & attentive

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Experience

Surf & Turf Cocktail Party

Experience

All-Day Happy Hour

Sweetwater Oyster Bar

4.6

4.6 (104)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Lago Vista / Jonestown / Cedar Park

About the restaurant

Not a restaurant, an experience.
Fresh Oysters and Seafood Flown in Daily

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CindyVIP

Dined on Jun 14, 2025

Overall food and experience was good. I Wood return. Great lunch and happy hour specials.

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4.6

4.6 (33)

$31 to $50

Comfort Food

South Austin

About the restaurant

Inspired by iconic Texas beer halls, the indoor-outdoor spaces of TLC allow people to gather around hand-crafted food and drinks inspired by America’s back porches. It’s a comfortable gathering place where kids and adults can play games and enjoy authentic Texas hospitality. It’s a blend of warm Texas kindness and Austin originality.

TLC is a place where you can enjoy food with friends like you’re on your back porch… Only you don’t have to cook or clean-up. You’ll visit for the food & drinks. You’ll come back for the memories.

Flip flops or heels, wing tips or western wear. All y'all'r welcome.

Top review

Rochelle

Dined on Jun 19, 2025

Fantastic fresh seafood and great customer service! Destiny was a sweet server who gave us great service!

Sushi Japon & Hibachi Grill - Braker Lane

4.5

4.5 (20)

$30 and under

Asian

Arboretum

About the restaurant

Sushi Japon and Hibachi Grill is Austin’s modern Asian destination for a unique and unrivaled Japanese dining experience. We deliver the freshest and highest quality sushi, flown in daily from Japan, that offers a visual feast for the senses as much as it provides mouthwatering flavors. We revel in authentic Asian cuisine with a modern twist and provide a sophisticated menu of small plates, sushi and Teppanyaki grill offerings to delight any taste palate.

Sushi chefs artfully prepare a wide variety of signature sushi, hand rolls and nigiri, using only hand-selected, quality ingredients. We source the freshest seafood and hand-cut crisp vegetables and make our signature Sushi Japon Steak House sushi rice every day to create a delicious lineup for sushi lovers and novices alike. If you're looking for something to quench your thirst, we feature a selection of wines and beer. Thanks for visiting and sharing a table with us.

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Jessica

Dined on Jun 14, 2025

This was our first visit to this place, and we were more than satisfied with everything from our chef to the food and service. Highly recommended.

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Experience

Teppanyaki Hibachi Table

Experience

Sushi Dine In (Regular Table)

Experience

Happy Hour at Sushi Japon & Hibachi Grill

Spare Birdie

4.4

4.4 (190)

$31 to $50

American

Lago Vista / Jonestown / Cedar Park

About the restaurant

Spare Birdie Public House is Cedar Park’s destination for upscale entertainment. Conveniently located right off of 183 and featuring a full-service restaurant and bar, bowling, virtual golf, and live music, Spare Birdie aims to be your local hot spot for feast and folly.

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Ann

Dined 7 days ago

First time and had a blast. Great atmosphere! Food was great & flavorful. All the employees that we interacted with were very friendly. Will definately go back. Drag brunch was our highlight.

True Food Kitchen - Austin - The Domain

4.1

4.1 (1177)

$30 and under

American

North Central

About the restaurant

True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. At our table, delicious dining and conscious nutrition go hand in hand, without sacrificing flavor, creativity or indulgence. Our expertly trained chefs craft flavor-forward dishes, handcrafted cocktails and freshly pressed refreshers so you can enjoy epic food experiences that aren’t just good for you, but good to you. Join us in Austin Domain for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch. Located in Austin at The Domain, between Neiman Marcus and Macy's, off the MOPAC Expressway. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.

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AndyVIP

Dined on Jun 26, 2025

Service was great! Our table was wobbly and made lunch a little annoying. Restaurant was very loud.

Punch Bowl Social - Austin Domain

4.0

4 (108)

$30 and under

Unspecified

Arboretum

About the restaurant

We're all about good vibes and unforgettable hangs. Whether you're looking for a chill night with friends, belting out karaoke tunes (even if you don't know all the words), or just laughing over a few gutterballs, we've got you covered. With fourteen locations, each offering their own unique adventures, there's always a reason to come through and make some memories with us. Every night brings something new, from our crowd-favorites, Music Bingo and Trivia, to Silent Disco with 3 DJs. Bring your besties or get ready to meet some new ones! Let us host your next event! We've got the beats pumping, drinks flowing, and games ready to go. From full venue buyouts to exclusive gatherings, we have options to fit your every need.

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Margaret

Dined on Jun 15, 2025

Delicious Father’s Day burger and beer special with crisp tater tots. Excellent stuffed waffle with berries and granola. Daughter likes the mocktail selection and I enjoyed the Aperol spritz selections.

Cinco Niños - Round Rock

3.7

3.7 (791)

$31 to $50

Tex-Mex

Round Rock

About the restaurant

Welcome to Cinco Nino's Modern Mexican & Tequileria, we are located on the 1st floor of the resort adjacent to Great Karoo and Baobab Social! Inside you will find a variety of Tacos, Tequila and a newly updated menu. Each guest is welcome in our open bar floor plan, along with indoor and select outdoor seating. Please come and join us, as we provide you with product and services beyond expectations!

Note to Guest:
Walk-ins are welcome. FREE VALET PARKING!!
(Please validate your ticket at the host stand)

Happy Hour Daily: 4pm to 7pm

Taco Tuesday Specials:
$3 Tacos, $5 House Margaritas Add $2 Strawberry, Mango or Raspberry

Top review

ericaVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Great place to have a nice meal while on vacay!! Always a good stop!

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