Back to Seattle, Washington with Kids
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I'm Debbie, mother of three delicious kids,
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Restaurants in Seattle
All Purpose Pizza
Address 2901 S Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98144 Map, Tel 206.324.8646 Call, Hours 4-9pm daily Website
All Purpose has terrific pizza and salads, but what really makes it a hit with our family is the kid sized play kitchen. While we wait for our pizza, our kids play with pizza dough, rolling pins, and other toys. They're within view and having fun while we enjoy a grown-up conversation. more
Beechers Handmade Cheese
Address 1600 Pike Place, Seattle WA Map, Tel (206) 322-1644 Call, Hours 9am-6pm daily Website
Located right on Pike's market, this is a great place to dine with kids. Kids will enjoy watching how cheese is made and the opportunity to sample the fresh cheeses. Best of all, is their excellent Macaroni and Cheese, made with fresh cheese. Casual. No reservations more
Blue C Sushi
Address 3411 Fremont Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98103 Map, Tel (206) 633-3411 Call, Hours Mon - Fri: 11:30am-Close; Sat - Sun: 12:00pm-Close Website
Conveyor belt sushi is always a great option with kids, and Blue C Sushi is no exception. The food starts coming as soon as you are seated, and the conveyor belt is filled with traditional sushi as well as kid friendly options like noodles, chicken fingers, and fruit salad. You can also make special orders from a server. more
Boom Noodles
Address 1121 e pike street, seattle wa 98122 Map, Tel 206.701.9130 Call, Website
This upscale, fashionable noodle shop (think ramen, soba, and yakisoba with a modern twist) is a great choice for both kids and adults. Seating is at long communal tables and kids meals are served in bento boxes (which makes eating them much more fun). Stop by Izilla toys (next door) before your meal and pick up a small toy to keep your child busy and well behaved during your meal. more
Cupcake Royale
Address 2052 NW Market St, Seattle Map, Tel 206.782.9557 Call, Hours M-Th 6:30am-10pm; Fri-Sat 6:30am-11pm; Sun 7:30am-10pm Website
The best thing about Cupcake Royale (besides the fact that they have delicious cupcakes and delicious coffee) is that they have bite sized cupcakes perfect for giving my kids a treat without putting them into sugar overload. more
Ettas Seafood
Address 2020 Western Ave., Seattle WA Map, Tel (206) 443-6000 Call, Lunch Mon-Fri 11:30am-4pm, Dinner Mon-Th 4pm-9:30pm; Fri-Sat 4pm-10pm; Sun 4pm-9pm, Brunch Weekends 9am-3pm Website
Ettas is a seattle institution owned and operated by Tom Douglas, one of our best known chefs. Featuring excellent brunches and lots of seafood, this restaurant has a nice but family friendly atmosphere. 1/2 block north of Pike's Market. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner more
Gelatiamo
Address 1400 3rd Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 Map, Tel (206) 467-9563 Call, Hours Mon-Thu 10am-6pm; Fri-Sat 10am-8pm Website
Gelatiamo serves authentic Italian gelato, pastries and coffee. Order and seat yourself at one of the marble tables and watch the city walk by through the big glass windows. Note: highchairs not available. more
La Carta de Oaxaca
Address 5431 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle Map, Tel 206.782.8722 Call, Lunch Tu-Sat 11:30am-3pm, Dinner Mon-Thurs 5pm-11pm; Fri-Sat 5pm-midnight Website
The food at this excellent Mexican restaurant is not the heavy, cheese laden entrees that we've become accustomed to. Dishes are light and flavorful, and perfectly sized for sharing. For picky kids, there's always rice and beans & an accommodating staff. This restaurant is casual and noisy, perfect for kids, but be aware that it is popular for dinner and there is often a line. more
Macrina Bakery
Address 2408 1st Avenue, Seattle, WA 98121 Map, Tel 206-448-4032 Call, Hours Tue-Sat 7am-7pm, Sun 8am-6pm, Mon 7am-7pm Website
Known as one of the best bread bakeries in the country, this is the perfect place to stop in for a sweet snack or to indulge in a great breakfast or savory lunch. Macrina also has sandwiches and salads to go making it a great place to stock up for a picnic at Olympic Sculpture Park. Call ahead if you would like them to make you a boxed lunch. Breakfast and Lunch only more
Nishino
Address 3130 E Madison St, Seattle WA Map, Tel (206) 322-5800 Call, Hours Mon-Sat 5:30pm-10:30pm, Sun 5:30pm-9:30pm Website
One of my favorite places in Seattle. This restaurant takes advantage of the local seafood to serve some of the best and freshest sushi on the west coast. Whether you like traditional Japanese food and sushi or want a few new style rolls now and again, you'll be happy at Nishino. Though this is a nice restaurant, they are incredibly accommodating with kids. Arive when they open (5:30) to score a seat at the sushi bar where kids can watch all the action. For infants, the staff is happy to bring items like steamed rice, tofu, or sliced avocado. Even picky kids will like the Lauren roll (vegetarian). more
P.F. Changs
Address 400 Pine Street, Seattle WA 98101 Map, Tel (206) 393-0070 Call, Website
Though this is a chain restaurant, we often eat here when we're with the kids. It's fast, they're really accommodating, and have a large variety of options, making it easy to satisfy everyone. It's also fairly loud, which lets us relax about our kids. For young toddlers, they are happy to steam up some plain vegetables, and there are a variety of noodle dishes. more
Salumi
Address 309 3rd Avenue South, Seattle WA Map, Tel (206) 621-8772 Call, Hours Tue-Fri 11am-4pm, Notes Located between Main and Jackson, across from Seattle Lighting Website
Mario Batali's father, Armandino Batali makes his own Salumi (cured meat) and puts it in some of the best sandwiches you'll ever eat. Located in Pioneer Square, this is a great place to pick up lunch if you're taking the underground tour. Very casual. Lunch only, crowded! more
Serious Pie
Address 316 Virginia, Seattle, WA 98121 Map, Tel (206) 838-7388 Call, Hours Mon-Sat 11am–11pm; Sun 4pm-10pm Website
The newest restaurant opened by one of Seattle's best known chefs, Tom Douglas, is a great place to satisfy both kids and adults. This isn't traditional pizza house pizza, but even picky eaters will be drawn in by the lure of pizza. Grown ups will enjoy gourmet toppings like house made mozzarella, pancetta and sausage and the grown up atmosphere. Reservations are not accepted, so arrive early to beat the crowds. more
Specialties Cafe
Address 1400 5th Avenue, Seattle Map, Hours Sun 7am-5pm, Mon-Fri 6am-7pm, Sat 7am-5pm Website
Specialties cafe is a great place to stop in for a quick sandwich. The stores bake their own bread (and cookies) and there are a wide variety of sandwiches to choose from, including several variations on PB&J. more
Vios
Address 903 19th Ave East, Seattle, WA 98112 Map, Tel (206) 329-3236 Call, Hours Mon-Sat 11:00am-4:30pm and 5:00pm-9:00pm, dinner reservations recommended Website
This excellent and authentic greek restaurant, close to volunteer park, is one of Seattle's hidden gems for kids. There is an enclosed play area with books and toys for babies, toddlers and preschoolers with bar seating around it. There are also tons of tables, high-chairs, and an excellent diaper changing facility. more
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East Lake Bar and Grill
Address 2947 Eastlake Ave E, Seattle, wa 98102 Map, Tel (206) 957-7777 Call, Website
They is a huge deck , with a view of the water. Children can walk around and parents don't feel squeezed in like sardins. It's especially great with new borns. more
Madrona Eatery & Ale House
Address 1138 34TH Ave., Seattle, WA 98122-5139 Map, Tel (206) 323-7807 Call, Website
This kid-friendly neighborhood pub is a place where moms and dads can have a pint and a bite to eat while the tots explore the kids corner stocked with toys and books. But the kids aren't relegated to the corner. Oh no, they rule the whole roost. Stocked with high chairs and booster seats, nearly every table has at least one kid noshing on noodles or fish and chips. The joint is jumping with littles ones from 5 p.m. when the doors open until about 7 p.m. (you know, around bath-time). After 8, you'll find mostly adults enjoying the peace and quiet and the dozen or so brews on tap. FYI: Friday is the big night for your kid to see and be seen. more
Mosaic Coffee House in Wallingford
Address 4401 2nd Ave NE Seattle, WA Map, Tel (206) 632-8036 Call, Website
This is a wonderful coffee house that is non-profit neighborhood and family friendly place. There is a large room adjacent to the coffee house with a playmat and room to play for sitters, crawlers and toddlers. more
Santa Fe Cafe
Address 5910 Phinney Avenue N, Seattle, WA 98103 Map, Tel 206-783-9755 Call, Website
Nothing fried on the kids menu! We love going here because the food is fantastic and it's a special place to go for a special dinner. Or just a casual dinner after a day at the zoo (it's right next door). Upscale casual, down-to-earth atmosphere. Special feature: If you have a large party or special event there is a private room that seats up to 22 AT NO EXTRA CHARGE. The web site is under construction (though the restaurant has existed for 28 years) and should be up by the end of April, 2009. more
Serendipity
Address 3222 W. McGraw St Seattle, WA Map, Tel 206-282-9866 Call, Website
Serendipity dishes up comfort food such as meatloaf, mac 'n cheese, french dips, pastas & salads. Be sure to check out their breakfast & new Sunday brunch menus too. Kid portions are available and they even have a cheese & fruit plate for the ultra-picky. Not just for kids, the cafe serves beer, wine, espresso, and gelato for a sweet treat any time of day. Little ones will love playing with the train table, doll house, books & puzzles, and drawing at the art table or chalkboard wall. Serendipity Cafe is located in Magnolia's Village more
Tougo
Address 1410 18th Ave Seattle, WA 98122 Map, Website
Tougo is a cozy, neighborhood coffee joint, with a kids section in the back - equipped with toys and books and crayons. It feels like an adult type place, but just enough activity to keep the little ones busy while catching up with friends. The coffee is great, and the owners are friendly and accommodating. more
Trophy Cupcakes
Address 1815 N. 45th st. suite 209. Seattle WA. 98103 Map, Tel 206-632-7020 Call, Website
they have many shops and a haircut shop for kids where they sit in animals and play with toys while they get their hair cute. they have very cute boutique shops and a wonderful cupcake shop. more
Volunteer Park Cafe
Address 1501 17th Ave E, Seattle, WA 98112 Map, Tel (206) 328-3155 Call, Website
An cozy neighborhood cafe where kids can enjoy the toy box while you grab a tasty pastry, panini, or latte. more
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