Diners' Choice: Kid-friendly restaurants in Durham

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Updated July 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!

Jack Astor's - Whitby

4.6

4.6 (220)

CAN$30 and under

Canadian

Whitby

About the restaurant

Our mission? Great people helping other great people totally have a blast while enjoying amazing food. Wow, that was a mouthful. But can you blame us? We’re a restaurant. One that specializes in delicious food and great times. Our goal is to make you laugh. And depending on your hot sauce tolerance, cry.

In all seriousness, we take real pride in our food. Try our Cluckin’ Fresh Chicken Fingers, made and seasoned with fresh, never frozen chicken tenders. This isn’t run-of-the-mill pub grub. Our Band of Chefs are influenced by a wide variety of tastes and have travelled across the globe to gain inspiration.

But outside of the kitchen, we find it hard to take ourselves seriously. We have an Elvis booth. For no particular reason. Folks, that really does say it all. We’re sports fanatics, music nuts and love a good joke. If you’re into at least one of those things, we should hang out.

Top review

JuliaVIP

Dined 4 days ago

We decided to stop by the restaurant on Canada Day and were very pleased! They gave us a cozy and charming table with sofa seating - it was comfortable and pleasant to be there. The service was excellent: we were served by Luke, who was very polite, attentive, and friendly - thank you to him for the great care. The food was a solid four - tasty and nicely presented, though there’s still a bit of room for improvement. Overall, it was a lovely evening and we left with a great impression!

One Eyed Jack - Oshawa

4.6

4.6 (47)

CAN$30 and under

Grill

Oshawa

About the restaurant

Our menu is prepared with locally sourced ingredients ensuring we deliver the highest quality product. If you are in the mood to enjoy casual-fine dining and exceptional food in a stylish art deco setting.

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Laurie

Dined on Jun 14, 2025

Saturday afternoon on the patio was very nice! Unfortunately, I think the restaurant was short-staffed when we were there. Food was very good, service was good as well just we didn’t get much attention. Drinks were brought then meal came fairly quick but the waitress/server didn’t come back very often, and it wasn’t for her lack of trying but due to having many tables to serve that day. I will go back again!

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Experience

$12 Cocktails all Day (2oz)

Experience

$9 after 9pm Menu & Drinks

Experience

Daily Specials

Jack Astor's - Pickering

4.5

4.5 (241)

CAN$30 and under

Canadian

Pickering

About the restaurant

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Yvette

Dined on Jun 27, 2025

Loved the patio. Perfect evening weather. Wished guests with children running around playing sorcerer with the decor behind us would parent their children. Otherwise great time

Lone Star Texas Grill - Oshawa

4.5

4.5 (80)

CAN$30 and under

Tex-Mex

Oshawa

About the restaurant

Lone Star Texas Grill is Ontario’s original Texas-inspired restaurant, serving award-winning fajitas for over 30 years! Enjoy sizzling wood fire grilled fajitas, steaks, tex-mex, fried chicken and Texas sized Margaritas. We serve our legendary fajitas with only the freshest ingredients, including our house-made signature sauces, and freshly baked tortillas to complete our authentic recipes. Experience the big & bold tastes of Texas, right here at home.

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Robin

Dined on Jun 15, 2025

The service here is always amazing. We love the staff, they are always so kind and attentive! And of course we enjoy the food :)

Pickle Barrel - Pickering

4.5

4.5 (72)

CAN$30 and under

Unspecified

Ajax

About the restaurant

Located in Pickering, ON, across from Pickering Town Centre; the Pickle Barrel is a renowned restaurant that caters to families and large groups alike. From hearty brunch options to delectable steaks, pastas, and burgers, our extensive menu offers something for every palate. Join us for a delightful happy hour experience featuring a selection of wines, beers, and appetizers. Our restaurant's welcoming atmosphere is perfect for special occasions like birthdays, showers or corporate events. Make your reservations today to enjoy our mouthwatering salads, bowls packed with flavor, and of course, our famous deli. Discover why we are the go-to spot in Pickering for delicious food in a family-friendly setting with top-notch service that will leave you coming back for more.

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Mary

Dined on Jun 4, 2025

The value for the money was good. The restaurant was a bit noisy, considering it was lunchtime, and it was very cold temperature wise. .

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Experience

Kids Eat FREE* every Tuesday!

DiVino Pizzeria & Bar

4.3

4.3 (20)

CAN$30 and under

Italian

Ajax

About the restaurant

DiVino Pizzeria & Bar brings the vibrant flavours of Italy to your table with a menu focused on handcrafted pizzas, house-made pastas, and creative cocktails. Every dish is made with fresh, high-quality ingredients and thoughtfully crafted to excite your palate. Whether you're joining us for a casual night out or a special celebration, our warm atmosphere and passion for great food promise a memorable experience. Taste, sip, and enjoy Italian-style.

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Prajakta

Dined 1 day ago

Had a great experience at DiVino Pizzeria & Bar! The food was delicious — fresh ingredients, perfectly cooked, and full of flavour. The decor is warm and stylish, creating a nice ambiance without feeling too formal. Definitely worth a visit.

East Side Mario's - Whitby - Taunton

4.1

4.1 (99)

CAN$30 and under

Italian

Whitby

About the restaurant

At East Side Mario's Whitby we're passionate about three things: food, famiglia, and fun. Make every family meal a special occasion at East Side Mario's, where good food and great company come together to create lasting memories and let our family handle the cleanup. With generous portions and a warm, inviting atmosphere, our hand gestures are as grand as our love for family. Whether you're looking for a dine-in experience for lunch and dinner or prefer the convenience of takeout or delivery, we cater to every preference. Come join us and enjoy All-You-Can-Eat, featuring Soup, Salad, and Garlic Homeloaf, Mario's mouthwatering Chicken Parmigiana, signature pizzas and classic Italian-American favourites that will have you saying, "Mama Mia!"

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Brian

Dined on Jun 15, 2025

As always great friendly service! Food is cooked to perfection. Have never been unsatisfied with this location.

Lone Star Texas Grill - Pickering

4.0

4 (251)

CAN$30 and under

Barbecue

Pickering

About the restaurant

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SCOTT

Dined on Jun 15, 2025

Server was amazing. Appeared to be a race. Food was good

Symposium Cafe Restaurant Ajax

4.0

4 (37)

CAN$30 and under

Comfort Food

Whitby

About the restaurant

Think gourmet comfort food in a stylish space. Come in and enjoy the distinctive and inviting casual atmosphere of Symposium Ajax. The guest focussed service and extensive menu options make Symposium a top-rated favourite restaurant in the Durham community. Open 7 days a week–early mornings to late nights – offering full-service breakfast & brunch; as well as lunch and dinner menus with tasty sharing appetizers, delicious seafood, hearty pastas, healthy salads, vegetarian dishes, and of course famous mouth-watering desserts. Complement your meal with the beer & wine selection, signature martinis and ginger beer mules. Symposium Ajax is the perfect restaurant spot for parties and group celebrations, with a different special every day of the week including Date Night Thursdays and Kids Eat Free Sundays.

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June

Dined on Jun 15, 2025

We really enjoyed the food and the patio. We'll be coming back.

Montana's BBQ & Bar - Oshawa

3.8

3.8 (102)

CAN$30 and under

Unspecified

Oshawa

About the restaurant

Montana's BBQ & BAR is a Canadian comfort food BBQ restaurant and sports bar. Enjoy in-house smoked pork ribs, beef brisket, grilled steaks and juicy burgers which are paired perfectly with catching the game. Montana's Oshawa celebrates fun-to-eat, finger-licking smoked and barbecued comfort food that breaks the 'proper' rules. Located near North Oshawa Park & Children's Arena in SmartCentres. Experience the fun, casual and unpretentious vibe, where you can laugh heartily, enjoy classic BBQ cooking, cheer on the game and enjoy your friends and family. We can't wait to serve you.

Top review

Helen Lasher

Dined on Jun 14, 2025

Our 4th time coming back to Montana's and it was a great experience yet again , food and service were excellent.

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