Looking for somewhere to take the kids for lunch or dinner? Whether it’s for a special occasion or just because, check out a list of our favorite family friendly Stamford restaurants!
JOHN THE BAKER
John the Baker has become a favorite for our family’s dinners out! With good food, a friendly staff and convenient location it’s perfect for all of us! Plus they have coloring pages for the kids!
STAMFORD DINER
Stamford Diner is a fun family option for breakfast, lunch or dinner… not to mention fun desserts! And don’t miss their character dinners on Tuesday nights (characters switch monthly)!
DIG
DIG is an exciting new addition to Stamford’s family friendly dining scene! With kid friendly options on the menu, juice and chocolate milk boxes… there’s even a play area for kids and some fun games! The kids are sure to stay busy while you enjoy your meal.
THE TACO PROJECT
The Taco Project in the High Ridge Shopping Center is the perfect combination of delicious, relaxed and Instagram worthy! Enjoy a margarita and tacos while the kids have quesadillas… then snap a photo in front of one of their cute signs!
BAREBURGER
Bareburger in Harbor Point is a great option for brunch, lunch or dinner with the kids! Their Cubby Meal has options that even I sometimes want to order, like the grilled cheese on brioche toast (yum!) I also love that we can order apple slices with the meal… because fruit is always a hit and kids get a sippy drink! Check out the Cubby Meal options here! There is also an outdoor seating option which we love because it’s great for watching all the dogs go by!
FED TRUCK
Fed Truck is located in the parking lot of Wagon Wheel Fine Wine & Spirits at 1051 Long Ridge Road. With burgers, an amazing chicken sandwich, salads, empanadas and so many more options it makes for the perfect option for families on a nice day! All seating is outdoors and there are heat lamps if it’s chilly. The kids will enjoy playing a game of corn hole (and Carvel is across the street for dessert), plus you can grab a beer or mini wine from inside the liquor store to enjoy with your meal!
COALHOUSE PIZZA
Coalhouse Pizza is another good one for lunch, dinner or weekend brunch! To begin with, the Kid’s Menu coloring page has every character a kid loves on it from Paw Patrol to Elmo and Minnie Mouse. So coloring while waiting for the food is exciting! My son is obsessed with the mac & cheese plus apples… steamed broccoli is also available. As a fun bonus, kids make their own pizza from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Saturdays! Their menu is available here!
TABLE 104
Table 104 has an awesome kids menu… and great options for adults, too. The penne meatballs is a huge hit with my kids! The options for adults are delicious too! If you order the kids’ food when you sit down, it comes very quickly! When it warms up, there is an outdoor seating option!
LUCKY’S CLASSIC BURGER & MALT SHOP
Lucky’s Burger and Malt Shop in Stamford Downtown is such a fun option for the whole family! The kids’ meals come in an adorable cardboard car (perfect for your little car lover!) Their burgers, fries and salads are a great option for adults and there are brunch options on the weekend. Outdoor seating is available for beautiful days!
BARTACO
bartaco is another great lunch or dinner option for the whole family! Tacos, quesadillas, fruit skewers, veggies and of course their delicious tortilla chips are a few of our favorites from the kids’ menu. As for the adults… it’s almost impossible to choose a favorite taco and the margaritas are pretty awesome!
FORTINA PIZZA
Fortina Pizza in Harbor Point is a fun family option for going out for pizza! There are so many toppings to choose from and the meatballs are great! Kids also have the option to make their own pizza! Outdoor seating is available when it’s warm out… and for entertainment it’s another great option for watching all the dogs walk by!
SHIKI HIBACHI & SUSHI
Shiki Hibachi & Sushi is a really fun option for families because they offer hibachi! The chefs are fun, interactive and the food is great! Even order yourself some sushi on the side. On Sunday, every adult hibachi entree comes with a FREE hibachi kids meal!
PELLICCI’S RISTORANTE
Pellicci’s Ristorante has been a Stamford favorite for years! With a number of authentic Italian food options, including pasta, pizza, seafood and more, family style options are a huge hit with everyone!
FRANK PEPE PIZZERIA NAPOLETANA
Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana is now open in Stamford and it’s a great place to grab a meal with the kids! This casual eatery serves up original New Haven style coal fired pizza. A Connecticut tradition since 1925.
LOVE MEAT
Love Meat is an all you can eat Korean Barbeque Restaurant where you can either cook your food yourself at the table or ask the staff to help! 50% off for children ages 4-8. Children under age 3 eat free!
TERRA GAUCHA BRAZILIAN STEAKHOUSE
Terra Gaucha Brazilian Steakhouse is a “rodizio” style restaurant that focuses on all-you-can-eat barbequed meat, continuously brought over to the table until you have had your fill… and also features a large salad bar! Children ages 6 – 12 are half-priced, children ages 0-5 are complimentary.
SHAKE SHACK
A trip to Shake Shack Stamford is sure to make even parents and grandparents feel like kids again! From delicious burgers to chicken, hotdogs and shakes… everyone is sure to leave smiling!
ELM STREET DINER
With an array of Instagram worthy options… everyone will love a trip to Elm Street Diner. Just be sure to leave room for a milkshake!
RIKO’S PIZZA
Riko’s Pizza at 2010 West Main Street has booths roomy enough for the whole family. Serving personal size thin crust pizza… everyone is sure to find a favorite!
REMO’S
Remo’s Brick Oven Pizza Company offers Italian favorites including old-world style pizza pies, fresh handcrafted salads, fried calamari, and of course sinful desserts including our fresh-filled cannoli, delicious sfogliatille and zeppole fried to sweet perfection!
COLONY GRILL
Colony Grill is a Stamford staple with a fun atmosphere and must-try thin crust pizza (with hot oil for the adults)!
NICK’S PIZZA
Nick’s Pizza is conveniently located in Glenbrook with dining (not just pizza), live music and a beer garden when it’s warm out!
SALLY’S APIZZA
Sally’s Apizza is located in Stamford Downtown (next to Majestic) and is a great option before or or after a movie or show at the Palace Stamford!
PUERTO VALLARTA
Puerto Vallarta is awesome because it’s a great option both for a family lunch/early dinner or date night! The food is great, there is a kids menu, love the drinks and there is sometimes live music, plus it’s a very upbeat atmosphere! It’s conveniently located in Stamford Town Center’s Restaurant Plaza so you can stop in before or after play time at the mall or Barnes and Noble!
COCO CAFE
CoCo Cafe is so cute and so PINK! Perfect for a girls day out for lunch, dinner or dessert. The kids will love the photo opps.
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