Trying new restaurants is one of the best parts about a family trip. We’ve compiled a list of family-friendly spots for you to enjoy because family fun is always best accompanied by food. Bon appétit!
BO-beau kitchen + garden
You and your loved one can have a nice quiet dinner along with your little ones. BO-Beau kitchen + garden has a kids menu, as well as a “not a kid’s menu” if you have young teens. Enjoy your escargot and foie gras while your kids entertain themselves in the outdoor patio that has a play area.
Click here to view the hoursSunday – 10:30AM-1:30PM, 4:30PM-9PM
Monday – Closed
Tuesday-Thursday – 4:30PM-9PM
Friday & Saturday – 4:30AM-10PM
Waypoint Public
San Diego is known for its beer scene, but family vacays might not give parents the chance to grab a cold one. Waypoint Public allows folks to have the best of both worlds with a kids menu and play area. Kick back and enjoy a brew!
To view the kids menu, click here.
Corvette Diner
You can’t have a true San Diego experience without heading to Liberty Station. Take a stroll into yesteryear with the 50’s-themed diner – neon lights, milkshakes, and arcade games galore. As a special treat, the employees also sing and dance every hour.
To view the menu, click here.
Click here to view the hoursSunday – 11AM-9PM
Monday-Thursday – 11:30AM-9PM
Friday – 11:30AM-11PM
Saturday – 11AM-11PM
Station Tavern
Your energetic kids are no match for this outdoor South Park dining spot. Station Tavern has a gated play train for them to run around and play, as well as a selection of kid-sized entrees once hunger strikes.
Click here to view the hoursTuesday-Thursday – 11AM-11PM
Friday & Saturday – 11AM-12AM
Sunday – 11AM-11PM
Monday – Closed
*Kitchen closes one hour earlier.
CUCINA Enoteca
CUCINA Enoteca is the perfect place for kids to become the master of their own dinner. They can choose the “build-your-own pizza pie” from the menu, which allows them to get creative with their personal-sized pizza.
To view the menu, click here.
Click here to view the hoursMonday – 5PM-9PM
Tuesday & Wednesday – 11:30AM-9:30PM
Thursday – 11:30AM-10PM
Friday & Saturday – 11:30AM-10:30PM
Sunday – 11:30AM-9PM
The Broken Yolk Café
From pancakes to benedicts to burgers, The Broken Yolk is sure to satisfy your family’s cravings. If your kids are in the mood for something sweet, the café offers a Banana Split Waffle and a Brownie Sundae Waffle! The original Pacific Beach location is just a 6-minute drive from Ocean Park Inn! They also have a location at Point Loma, which is a 15-minute drive.
Wow Wow Waffle
Looking for a place to have a meal, snack, or dessert? This North Park hidden gem offers both savory and sweet Belgian waffles. Kids are sure to find a scrumptious treat they will love, as well as enjoy the outdoor seating.
To view the menu, click here.
Board & Brew
Since 1979, Board & Brew is a timeless classic. Every sandwich is made from scratch with the freshest ingredients. Only the best for your kids! Only a five-minute walk from OPI, this shop offers specialty sandwiches, as well as a sandwich board with a variety of breads & wraps, meats and toppings. But all the hype revolves around their secret sauce. Taste it for yourself!
To view the menu, click here.
Bayside Landing
Just say Macaroni & Cheese and you’ll get your kid’s attention. Not only does Bayside Landing have it in standard pasta form, but it also has Mac & Cheese pizza! You read that right! To top off your meal, you can treat yourselves to a personal deep dish fudgy brownie sundae or some indoor s’mores. Take a 6-minute drive and all this can be yours.
To view the menu, click here.
Click here to view the hoursMonday-Thursday – 11AM-10PM
Friday – 11AM-12AM
Saturday – 9AM-12AM
Sunday – 9AM-10PM
The Patio on Lamont
Feel right at home at The Patio on Lamont with their daily brunch and dinner. Just a 6-minute drive from Ocean Park Inn, your our little ones can order the spaghetti bolognese, Patio melt, or french toast, while you indulge with their New York steak or braised lamb shank.
Here’s a tip: Reserve a table on the heated outdoor patio for your kids to enjoy.
To make a reservation, click here.
Click here to view the hoursSunday-Thursday – 9AM-11PM
Friday & Saturday – 9AM-12AM
*Kitchen closes at 10PM.
Pacific Beach Fish Shop
What’s a trip to PB without trying PB Fish Shop, which is only a 6-minute drive away? Ordering is already fun in itself. You can choose any type of fish, marinade and style (taco, sandwich, salad or plate). Your kids are sure to love their teriyaki glaze. The Fish Shop’s fish n’chips is also great for sharing.