- Lakes Regional Park Playground
Great playground and splash park.
- Lakes Regional Park
We popped in to Lakes Park in Ft. Myers, Florida on our way to the airport last week. I'd love to come back with my kids next time we're in the area. Between the playground, train ride, splash pad, paddle boats, walking and biking paths, and concession stand, I could see spending an entire morning or afternoon there.
- Market Street Diner
Kids eat free on Tuesday! All local food and the best bakery around.
- What's Brew n
One of two coffee shops in Sun Prairie, head up the steps to the leather couches and kid area (books, toys,
and coloring crayons). Story times are Tuesday mornings at 9:30.
- Gaylord Discovery Center
We love this indoor play center in the quaint town of Gaylord, MI. A way to break up our road trip, the
Discovery Center has a giant sand box, maze, age-appropriate toys, water exploration, crafts, and musical instruments.
(CHEAP finds in the thrift store next door - lots of snacks for the road.)
- Catfish Hotel
Just down the road from Shiloh National Park and on the banks of the Tennessee River. A multi-generational
dining experience. Sit by the fire, come after church, or sit on the deck. The best coleslaw for miles around and try the
farm-raised catfish (when in Rome)!
- Morning Star Cafe
The best breakfast in Grand Haven. Fresh-squeezed orange juice and appropriately portioned kids menu!
- Parkway Bakery & Tavern
One of the oldest po'boy shops in New Orleans. In New Orleans, family friendly doesn't necessarily mean
bathrooms with changing tables, special kid's menus, or even plastic "collector's" cups. Throw some crayons in
your
purse or backpack and consider splitting a regular-sized meal between the kids and less-hungry adults. Read
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- Palermo's Pizza
On nice-weather days, enjoy your slice of pizza outside to the Italian Garden. Reserve ahead for the Palermo's Pizza Tour (the only pizza tour in Milwaukee!).
- Miss Katie's Diner
Miss Katie's has bar seating, shuffle board, and a pull-handle cigarette dispenser. They serve greasy (and not so greasy) food on no-frills flat wear. People don't come to Miss Katie's for the fine china--they want eggs, black coffee, and a couple square feet of counter to read the newspaper. We didn't have kid's menus at Miss Katie's, but do you really need a special sheet to order a jumbo cinnamon roll? Read more at Road Trips for Families: http://bit.ly/9ajw4A
- Uno Chicago Grill
was surprised to find that the menu includes gluten-free options and the chefs are happy to modify your order to accommodate anyone with food allergies or special diet requirements. Read more at Road Trips for Families: http://bit.ly/bGq5pu
- Texas Roadhouse
Watching the kids eat peanuts from a bucket at our table and then discard the shells in the aisle was a blast.Kids and Ranger meals start at $2.99 and the boys gobbled their mini-steak bites down without even looking for ketchup. Perhaps they were distracted by the line dancing and the stuffed armadillo looking down at our booth? Read more at Road Trips for Families: http://bit.ly/bGq5pu
- Naples Tomato
Items from the kid's menu include choices like fettuccini bolognese, cheese ravioli, Aunt Doris' mac n cheese, and even a veggie plate. A smaller portion of the award-winning lasagna was the hit of the table--with 20 layers of fresh-ingredients; this dish alone would make you plan an entire vacation around a meal. Read more at Road Trips for Families: http://bit.ly/c2jNd5
- Parrot Key Caribbean Grill & Bar
Choices from the kid's meal are the usual stand by, with the exception of fish and chips and crabby patties (a smaller-portion crab cake than an adult-size meal). When the top-level deck bar is closed, kids are welcome to do a little exploring on their own (don't worry, you can see them from the restaurant!). Read more at Road Trips for Families: http://bit.ly/bJlkdi
- Al Johnson's Swedish Pancake House
Famous for Swedish pancakes, Julie from Road Trips for Families (www.roadtripsforfamilies.com) calls this one of her top eclectic Places to eat with kids in the Midwest.
- Lark Toys
One of the largest independent specialty toy stores in the country. With over 20,000 sq. ft. to explore, including Lark Toys' own handmade heirloom wooden toys
- Lino's
Classic Italian cuisine. Julie from Road Trips for Families (www.roadtripsforfamilies.com) calls this one of her top eclectic places to eat with kids in the Midwest.
- Pat O'Malley's Jet Room
"Madison's best known secret." The food is anything but "plane" at the Jet Room. Kids 10 and under can
order from the Lil' CoPilot Flight Plan. Our flight attendant delivered mickey mouse pancakes and french toast
sticks,
each $2.95 (drinks are extra). Between the paper airplanes and a backdrop aerial show, our meal appeared
without anyone
noticing a slight holding pattern. Read more at Road Trips for Families: http://bit.ly/cMBHYN
- Daisy Cafe and Cupcakery
The Daisy Caf & Cupcakery website claims Cafe, Cupcakes, Coffee, and Community. And that about sums it up. Baked daily on site, the cupcakes are to die for. On the Daisy Kids' Menu, are silver dollar pancakes, eggs and toast, grilled cheese sandwich (sans crust), or grilled (not deep fried) chicken strips. Served with fresh fruit and a glass of milk, $3.99 is a great price. Order an extra milk and two toddlers could easily share. Read more at Road Trips for Families: http://bit.ly/dA6TQv
- Lakefront Palm Garden
Julie from Road Trips for Families (www.roadtripsforfamilies.com) calls this one of her top eclectic places to eat with kids in the midwest.
- Lakefront Palm Garden
Every Friday night the Lakefront Palm Garden, smack in the middle of the Milwaukee's very own Lakefront Brewery, welcomes throngs of fish-hungry families for some of the best fish fry Wisconsin has to offer. Read more at Road Trips for Families: http://bit.ly/9cR4Wv
- Milwaukee Public Market
Lots of food vendors makes this a top "eclectic place to eat with kids in the midwest" says Julie of Road
Tips for Families (www.roadtripsforfamilies.com).
- Safe House
Julie from Road Trips for Families (www.roadtripsforfamilies.com) calls this one of her top eclectic Places to eat with kids in the Midwest.
- Organ Piper Pizza
Some of the best-tasting pizza in the greater Milwaukee area. Kids instinctively flock to the game room and take turns riding the mini indoor carouse wheel. Drop a request for a patriotic song in the fish bowl, and one of four award-winning organists may just flip the switch that lowers a pool-sized American flag from the ceiling practically down onto the floor. Read more at Road Trips for Families: http://bit.ly/9ho9Qd
- T.C. Gators
Our call for favorite kid-friendly eats inspired reader Janet Morris Grimes to send us her family's favorite place to watch their favorite Nashville teams. The atmosphere is fun and festive -- and family-friendly. Read more at Road trips for Families: http://bit.ly/bVdK19
- McCray's Tavern On The Square
With a combination of your typical "pub grub" and specialty dinner options like bacon-wrapped pork
tenderloin (chef's favorite) and pan-seared scallops, you don't have to sacrifice adult food just to get a kid's
menu
and a plethora of TVs. Read more at Road Trips for Families: http://bit.ly/bVdK19
- McCray's West Village Tavern
With a combination of your typical "pub grub" and specialty dinner options like bacon-wrapped pork
tenderloin (chef's favorite) and pan-seared scallops, you don't have to sacrifice adult food just to get a kid's
menu
and a plethora of TVs. Read more at Road Trips for Families: http://bit.ly/bVdK19
- Moe's Bar-B-Que
Killer BBQ and a growing chain of restaurants that serve up prize-winning southern soul food. It's worth a little detour if your next road trip takes you by a Moe's. Read more on Road Trips for Families: http://bit.ly/bVdK19
- Moe's Bar-B-Que and Bowl
Killer BBQ and a growing chain of restaurants that serve up prize-winning southern soul food. It's worth a little detour if your next road trip takes you by a Moe's. Read more on Road Trips for Families: http://bit.ly/bVdK19
- The Greene Turtle
With a flat-screen TV in every booth and dozens of TVs throughout the rest of the restaurant and bar, there's not a bad seat in the house. This is the place you go to watch the game if you want great viewing. The family friendly environment is an added bonus. Read more at Road Trips for Families: http://bit.ly/bVdK19
- The Greene Turtle
With a flat-screen TV in every booth and dozens of TVs throughout the rest of the restaurant and bar, there's not a bad seat in the house. This is the place you go to watch the game if you want great viewing. The family friendly environment is an added bonus. Read more at Road Trips for Families: http://bit.ly/bVdK19
- The Greene Turtle
With a flat-screen TV in every booth and dozens of TVs throughout the rest of the restaurant and bar, there's not a bad seat in the house. This is the place you go to watch the game if you want great viewing. The family friendly environment is an added bonus. read more at Road Trips for Families: http://bit.ly/bVdK19
- Binga's Stadium
The Right Field Bar has big booths and tables, perfect for families. Reserve the Superbooth (seats up to 20) that comes with four TVs directly above you. Food is BBQ-themed with wings that locals rave about. Read more at Road Trips for Families: http://bit.ly/bVdK19
- SPORT Restaurant and Bar
With over 40 Flat Screen HDTV's throughout the restaurant and bar, including your own personal booth TV, there's no excuse to miss a single play! Or, let the kids watch their own show while the entire family enjoys their very- own made-from-scratch meal. Read more at Road Trips for Families: http://bit.ly/bVdK19
- Rockit Bar & Grill
Kids are always welcome, especially on these designed-for-family nights: Tuesday All Skate (50 off winter warm-up drinks to Wrigleyville ice skaters of all ages) and Wednesday Cook It! (venture into the kitchen and watch the chefs make your favorite Rockit meal). Read more at Road Trips for Families: http://bit.ly/bVdK19
- Rockit Bar & Grill
Kids are always welcome, especially on these designed-for-family nights: Tuesday All Skate (50 off winter warm-up drinks to Wrigleyville ice skaters of all ages) and Wednesday Cook It! (venture into the kitchen and watch the chefs make your favorite Rockit meal). Read more at Road Trips for Families: http://bit.ly/bVdK19
- Smoke't Southern Kitchen and Tap
Locals report a packed house many nights and biscuits with maple butter are rumored to be high on the list of favorites. Kid favorites will be the Onion Rings Nacho Style or house-made Mac and Cheese. Parents will like the Fried Green Tomatoes, Chicken and Waffles and the BBQ. Read more at Road Trips for Families: http://bit.ly/bVdK19
- Fiery Ron's Home Team BBQ
A local favorite for BBQ, including a fun BBQ Taco with homemade salsa, Home Team is famous for their Mac and Cheese, Creamy Grits, Brunswick Stew, Collards, and of course, lots and lots of BBQ. Bring the kids and catch the game! Read more at Road Trips for Families: http://bit.ly/bVdK19
- The Lookout Bar & Grill
Known for their chicken dinners and bottomless lunch buffet. The backyard patio has volley ball courts, horse shoe pits, a fire-pit, tables under a giant oak tree, and (drum roll for all the moms) a playground structure. Read more at Road Trips for Families: http://bit.ly/aCGgNb
- Ella's Deli & Ice Cream Parlor
The cliche' "we're regulars" is a bit of an understatement for our family. You can eat breakfast, lunch, or dinner or just order a container of home-made chicken soup to go. The tables are interactive and for a dime, you can ride the mechanical pony on the way to the bathroom. Read more at Road Trip for Families: http://bit.ly/aM7HO0
