Family Friendly Restaurants Adelaide: Your Guide to the Best Kid-Friendly Eats
We’re really lucky here in Adelaide that there are so many great cafes, restaurants and pubs that are great for the whole family. There is nothing better than finding a restaurant that just ‘get’ kids, and who go over and above to welcome them and cater for them.
From highchairs to colouring books, these family friendly restaurants will have what you need to keep the little ones entertained while you enjoy a delicious meal. It’s not just about chicken nuggets and a few crayons. There’s WAY more to a kid friendly eat that that, and there are some epic Adelaide cafes, pubs, restaurants and dining options that go above and beyond to be family friendly. Food the kids will actually eat, a crafty kids menu that’s more than just a few frozen nuggets and a handful of hot chips, family friendly staff, kids activities or a play area. Our top pick of family friendly restaurants in Adelaide will tick most or all of these boxes.
If you’re on the hunt for family-friendly restaurants in Adelaide, look no further!
Adelaide is full of fantastic dining options that cater to both kids and adults. Whether you’re craving Italian, Asian, or classic Aussie fare, there’s a restaurant in Adelaide that will satisfy your family’s hunger pangs.
If we’ve missed a great one you know about please let us know in the comments below, we’d love to check it out.
Doughballs – The Pizza Place
Attention Northerners – An exciting northern suburbs Doughballs store is now open at Mawson Lakes!
I honestly can’t remember a time when I have been more impressed with a kids menu. Passionate about pizza, fresh SA produce and delivering a quality value offering and experience to families, we couldn’t rave more about our meal with the kids at DoughBalls, Moseley Square Glenelg.
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Doughballs The Pizza Place
When you need a lunch or dinner spot in Glenelg or out north at Mawson Lakes, Doughballs is hands down , our Kids In Adelaide FAVOURITE spot for a family meal. Plus, you can also now find Doughballs popping up in McLaren Vale and sometimes in the Clare Valley - read on to find out where & when! I honestly can't remember a time when I have...
West Beach Eatery
At a quick glance, you might think that West Beach Patisserie & Eatery is only for guests staying at the Big4 in West Beach Parks, but we are here to tell you that it is OPEN to the public, 7 days a week and your family are going to love some of the best coffee, food and hospitality going around! Legitimately, every thing this talented family...
What the Croque! Café
Hello brand new Adelaide café that your kids are going to LOVE every bit as much as you will! With a delicious French inspired menu, think next level toasties like the OG Croque: Leg Ham, Swiss Cheese, Parmesan Cheese and Home Made Béchamel, toasted on sourdough. Plus some of the best coffee we have had in a while AND a beautiful adjoining fenced...
Kids Tasting Flights at Kimbolton wines
Of all of the wineries we have visited this year? Kimbolton has had the most on offer for kids and families, and we just love this place to bits. From the shady lawn games and kids welcome baskets, to the massive hand they played in the regions 'Grapes for Good' initiative, come take a look at our recent visit. Less than an hour away from the...
Joan’s Pantry
Newly renovated, Joan’s Pantry is an icon for those who have grown up in the lower foothills around the Blackwood area, with the Hawthorndene cafe serving the community for what seems like forever. Reading through their history and they have indeed been here forever, since the 1920s to be exact! Located in the ideal spot for families, across the...
High Street Cafe, Kensington
Picture this. You've been up most of the night with a teething baby and at 5 am, your 4-year-old decides it's time to play. You feel so exhausted you wonder if it's possible to fall asleep standing (the answer is no, FYI). Cue a caffeine fix, because everything is just a bit (or a tonne) better with a great cup of coffee. The kids in tow will...
Coffee Barn and Gelateria, Moonta
If you take a trip to Moonta and only stay in the main street or on the foreshore, you're doing it wrong! Head less than 5 minutes from the Moonta town centre, down Spencer Hwy and you'll find the hidden gem, that is the Coffee Barn and Gelateria! Well, we say hidden but the Coffee Barn and Gelateria is such a Copper Coast icon, that everyone in...
The Shores Eatery, Wallaroo
It's called The Shores Eatery for a reason! You'll find this fabulous cafe right on the foreshore at Wallaroo at the end of the Jetty - we think it's one of the best places to eat on the Yorke Peninsula. Great food, great views, great service and a great welcoming vibe for the kids. Let's start with that- as soon as we walked in the kids spotted...
The Vine Shed, McLaren Vale
We love a family friendly winery and they don't come much better than Vine Shed, in McLaren Vale on the wonderful Fleurieu Peninsula. If you haven't been here yet, clear the diary and book in for lunch, wine tasting or some live music with the whole family at this stunner of a cellar door! The Vine Shed is so much more than a cellar door however...
Bean and Bikkie Co – Gingerbread Cafe
Everyone loves gingerbread. The smell is like a magnet for the food enthusiast, drawing you in off the street like a mermaid’s song. We have long been admirers of Bean and Bikkie Co and are sad to see they are no longer in Hahndorf, however we have popped past their Beulah Park location this week (top of The Parade) and it's nothing short of...
Diamond Burger
Fans of a good burger rejoice, for the incredible hospo team behind C*R*E*A*M cafe down at Brighton (its the one that is ALWAYS packed) and Remy’s Deep Dish Pizza in the city, have entered the burger game…family friendly style! Located on Portrush Road, Glenunga, you are in for an absolute treat, with the U.S cafe style booth set up really...
Adelaide’s Best Burgers
Who doesn’t love a burger? The KiA team have slipped on their stretchy pants (ok that was just Tim) and taken to the streets to find the best family burgers. Fair to say our gastro mission uncovered some serious burger gold. Some we always knew were good, some we had to search bloody hard for and some, well we can’t actually tell you about,...
Best Fish & Chips in Adelaide
FISH AND CHIPS. Who doesn't love it? Whether it's fish & chips at the beach on a hot night, or something to warm you up in winter, you really can't go past the local fish & chip shop. Battered, crumbed, grilled or deep fried, there is just something about unwrapping the paper to reveal a delicious piece of fresh fish, being gently hugged...
Adelaide’s Best Milkshakes & Crazy Shakes
My milkshake brings all the boys to the yard……..ok, no it doesn’t, but some of these beauties might! The Kids in Adelaide team are partial to a milkshake and we have dropped a list of our favourite Adelaide (and beyond) rich, frothy, cold, flavoured dairy milk delights. From the humble traditional milkshake at Cheffy Chelbys in the south, to the...
Cheffy Chelbys – Morphett Vale & Christies Beach
Breakky rolls, brunch and burgers - food for the soul we reckon! Find Cheffy Chelby's in not one but TWO great locations down south. (Soon to be three, with Hallett Cove opening soon!) Ok, this is good vibes, kick arse, clean, but tasty AF, food. Especially the burgers. These dripping fresh explosions of flavour are so good that you'll also find...
South Australia’s Best Babyccino – 2023 Winner Announced
Just for a bit of fun, every year here at Kids in Adelaide, we engage the help of our huge local audience to hunt down the best babyccinos in South Australia. We then give you guys the only list you'll need for the winter..... the top ten BEST Babyccinos in SA! Perfect for grandparent outings with our little people, play dates, catch ups and an...
O’Leary Walker
You will be hard pressed to find a better quality, more family friendly winery experience than O'Leary Walker, which overlooks vineyards and magnificent rolling hills of the Clare Valley. Enjoy a gourmet grazing platter fit for a king, taste award winning wines or indulge in a guided flight. Our favourite thing? Watching the ear to ear smiles on...
Adelaide’s Best Donut
Our team at Kids in Adelaide are passionate about World Donut Day. Nobody hates a donut (especially not kids, or Tim). Possibly the most important food in our South Australian economy, demonstrated regularly when referencing any country town by the quality of the bakery before anything else. Also every bakery lives or dies by its donuts. Case...
Remy’s – Deep Dish Pizza & Bar, Adelaide
Do your kids love pizza? Do your kids love mac n cheese? If you answered yes to both......don't make them choose! We've found a place where you can get both......together......on the same plate! That's right.......mac n cheese deep crust pizza at Remy's - Deep Dish Pizza & Bar is a thing.....and it's a DELICIOUS crowd pleaser of a thing. If...
White Picket Coffee House, Dulwich
We may just have found Adelaide's most charming, family friendly spot to eat, that caters to both parents and kids. White Picket Coffee House, on the Eastern city fringe, serves up some brilliant kid-friendly menu options in a spacious setting with a choice of indoor tables, enclosed verandah tables, or our favourite, the rear courtyard/ garden...
Village Grounds Cafe, Alberton
Kids in Adelaide Best Babyccino Runner Up 2023 - click here for all of the info and full list ‘It takes a village’. As parents, I'm sure you've heard the term thrown around the playground before. But, the Village Grounds Cafe adapts the phrase into their daily perfectly. With a welcoming vibe and philanthropic values, it's easy to see why locals...
Charlie’s Diner at Brighton Metro
**SPECIAL EVENT AT BRIGHTON METRO** KIDS FROZEN WINTER WONDERLAND23rd of June - Sunday 3rd September 2023 Unleash the magic for your child’s birthday or school holiday fun!Our all-inclusive Frozen-themed party offers 2.5 hours of food, unlimited soft drinks, a snow machine, and take-home goodie bags.Just $200 per igloo, limited to 2-hour sessions...
The Experience Cafe Broadview
If you like your morning with a side of community, respect and diversity, we have a fantastic little well priced excuse to get you out of the house with your babes and toddlers. Enter The Experience Cafe, Broadview, in Adelaide's North East. You'll not only find your caffeine and food fix in an extremely inclusive and friendly environment, there...
The Boatshed Wallaroo
Picture this. You head up to the Yorke Peninsula, landing in Wallaroo, ready for a blissful relaxing trip away from the hustle and bustle of city life. You have packed enough clothes for you and the kids to last 48 weekends and are all set, but you have no idea where to eat with the family. Well never fear, because The Boatshed has you covered!...
The Best Icecream in Adelaide
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ICE CREAM! Is there anything better than an ice cream on a hot Adelaide day? (Or any day really?!) We have collated the best spots in Adelaide & beyond to enjoy a delicious ice cream treat (tough gig, we know!) Whether you're into classic flavours like vanilla, chocolate or rum & raisin, or like...
Best Sushi in Adelaide (for kids)
Welcome to the ultimate sushi adventure in Adelaide, where even the pickiest little eaters will become sushi enthusiasts! Either that or they will continue to ask for sushi with no seaweed like my kids. Rice, my kids say they eat sushi but basically they just eat rice. However at Kids in Adelaide, we’ve embarked on a mission to uncover the city’s...
Port Hughes General Store
If the last time you've seen a general store was in a movie, it's definitely time to pack your bags for a road trip. Location - Port Hughes. First Stop - the General Store! Holidaying *anywhere* on Yorke Peninsula? You need to look this magical little place up and visit, it's that good, worth the drive and you will undoubtedly make some...
Sassy’s Cat Cafe
Adelaide cat lovers, kids who love animals and families looking for a beautiful unique experience, welcome to Sassy's Cat Cafe and Adoption Centre in Felixstow on Payneham Road. Last week we popped out for cake and coffee to meet Sharon and her adorable fluffy friends, some permanent residents and some rescues waiting for forever homes. You can...
Megazone Noarlunga
As the winner of our Best Babyccino in South Australia competition for 2023, we were keen to head to Megazone Noarlunga and give their café a whirl. And yep, the people who voted MegaZone Noarlunga as our winner definitely were not wrong! Not only do they serve up an epic babyccino, they also have an extensive menu full of delicious meals and...
Woodstock Wine Estate
Ahh McLaren Vale - you are breathtaking! Surrounded by rolling hills dotted with vineyards (lots and lots of vineyards) it’s no wonder wine tasting tops the list on most McLaren Vale itineraries. But with kids in tow, is it possible? It’s not just possible—pick the right one and it can be fun for everyone, we promise! Here at Kids in...
Waterloo Station Hotel, Paralowie
This Northern suburbs pub has had a face lift, a new fresh look and we're here to tell you, it's phenomenal! Long gone are the days of this place being the dingy local, the Waterloo is a venue you can feel good about bringing the little ones along to. And we don't just mean nuggets and chips, oh no - they offer so much more! A central location,...
Schnithouse – Aston Hills
Schnitzel lovers of our fair Adelaide Hills....rejoice! The stunning Aston Hills development (right smack bang in the middle of the Gather Round footy venue up at Barker) has opened a huge shopping centre (headlined by a very flash Drakes) and is now complimented by a fabulous family friendly place to take the kids for a huge feed. Schnithouse...
Taste the Yorke, Moonta
I think I just died and went to brunch heaven. I definitely have a new contender for best brunch on Yorke Peninsula...while staying in Moonta, we dropped into Taste The Yorke, a delightful and delicious café on the main drag in town. Run by Jo and her lovely staff, Taste The Yorke gives locals and tourists alike somewhere to support local Yorkes...
Adelaide Central Market
The Adelaide Central Market is always a hive of activity and are a great place to explore piles of scrumptious fresh food from a variety of cultures. There's loads for kids to learn, mountains of foods to choose from and plenty of activities to enjoy. Some of the activities include face painting, cooking demonstrations, small goods appreciation...
The Suburban Brew
Day drinking becomes a difficult task when you have children, trust me. I know because I like beer, a lot. But I also like our kids, a lot. In fact, if I had to choose, I'd definitely pick our kids over beer. But, it shouldn't have to be an either-or situation because the undeniable truth is, people like to conregate over drinks and guess what?...
The Flipside Barcade, Daw Park
We are the first to admit that we talk a lot about places to visit for families with younger kids. But what about older kids that are too old for a pub playground or colouring pack? Enter THE FLIPSIDE BARCADE in Daw Park. Not only does this place have the best name, it also has some great food, along with some epic entertainment for your older...
Sisterhood, Somerton Park
Here it is, we've found it! The perfect cafe for a catch up with friends with or for when you might be on your own with your kids and just need a coffee and a breather. Sisterhood on Brighton Road at Somerton Park is a delightful spot adjoining LuLu & Lo Boutique - so you really can get your coffee fix and retail therapy all in one place! So...
Kies Family Wines
We have been in love with Kies Family Wines up in the Barossa Valley for as long as we can remember. It was always such a beautiful stop off on a Barossa wine tour or day trip, that we could not wait to take the kids up to soak in the serenity and tuck into a fabulous meal. Located out at Lyndoch, under an hour from the CBD, this stunning estate...
Little Beans Play Cafe Port Pirie
Port Pirie locals are already well aware of this place, but anyone travelling to, or through, Port Pirie and looking for a place for the kids to run around and burn off some energy for a few hours Little Beans will provide just that. Located on Florence St, Little Beans is a great spot for kids of all ages with plenty of equipment for kids of all...
Cantina61, Seaford Rise
Here at Kids In Adelaide, we love a cafe that just gets it right - good service, good, food, good beverages and somewhere for the kids to play. Thankfully, Cantina61 at Seaford Rise ticks all the boxes! Under new ownership since April 2022, the team have been working hard to deliver a place you can go with family or friends and just enjoy...
The Original Pancake Kitchen
A South Australian icon for more than 55 years, the Pancake Kitchen always makes me nostalgic for my childhood. It was so exciting to head to that nook of Gilbert St & be allowed to eat pancakes for dinner!
Lazy Ballerina, McLaren Vale
Pizza? Check! Wine? Check! Space for the kids to run and play? Check! Stunning gardens straight out of a fairytale? Check! Mums and Dads, Lazy Ballerina is your ultimate lunch spot nestled between the Fleurieu Peninsula and the Adelaide Hills. As soon as you walk up the path to enter Lazy Ballerina, you will know you have found somewhere special....
Shaa-Koo-Tuh-Ree, Victor Harbor
There's no better feeling than strolling around town and stumbling across a hidden gem. Most often it happens when you least expect it, but almost always when you need it and when you have kids, this just happens to be all the time. Caffeine is life, truly. This quaint tucked-away coffee shop in the heart of Victor Harbor on the Fleurieu...
TGI Fridays – Marion & TTP
Full disclosure: this post is drool-inducing and may result in failed diets and sudden urges to get in your car and drive to the nearest TGI Fridays venue. But in all honesty, we can't think of a better place in Adelaide to shamelessly fill your face devouring a kilo of chicken wings than TGI Fridays. Here, we can loose ourselves in the cool,...
Smiling Samoyed Brewery, Myponga
Do you like beer?Do you like pizza?Do you like dogs?Do you like great views?Do you like amazing service? If you answered YES to any of the above, then it is time to take a drive down the Fleurieu Peninsula to Smiling Samoyed Brewery at Myponga. It is situated right on the Myponga Reservoir and it is one of our favourite spots to hang out with the...
Cafe Bonython
Cafe Bonython at the Bonython Park Playground is definitely a Kids In Adelaide favourite! You could literally spend a day here! Offering shelter and a range of seating within eyball distance of the playground, there's so much happening at this delightful little space. Better still, it's GOOD. Good food, good coffee and a heap of good initiatives...
Grünthal Brew
If you are missing the sight of the yellow cow that used to greet you at Udder Delights in Hahndorf, don’t despair! The cow and the amazing cheeses are now just down the road at Grünthal Brew, along with great food, craft beer, wine, gin that can all be enjoyed in this family-friendly venue. We visited on a wet day and were delighted to find a...
The Aussie Inn, Hackham
There's nothing better than being able to take the family out for an afternoon at your local, and you'd be lucky if your local was The Aussie Inn. In fact, my other half started looking up house prices in the area for this very reason. Located on Main South Road at Hackham, as far as child friendly pubs in Adelaide go, The Aussie ticks a lot of...
Tram Side Kiosk
Playground and coffee dates have never (ever ever) looked better. Like a good cup of Joe with a side serve of adventure, history, role play and epic playground all in one stop? The kids are going to lose their minds over this place, and you are going to love the ample parking, the entertainment factor (um hello tram driving role play), the room...
Coco Cacao, Henley Beach
Beachside with kids, regardless the weather, never fails. Especially when you throw in an all day breakfast and DESSERT venue like Coco Cacao at Henley Beach. We popped in for brunch at this sweet little western suburbs eatery on the weekend and boy did the kids eyes widen at the sight of the menu items rolling out of the kitchen here. Fist...
Prancing Pony Brewery
Its hard to believe that Prancing Pony has only been around for 10 years because in such an incredibly short space of time, they have planted their flag on the local beer landscape so firmly that its hard to remember a time when they weren't around! When the opportunity came to head up to their flagship brewery and restaurant with the fam to...
Pirate Life Brewing, Port Adelaide
Beer loving parents in Adelaide have a friend at Pirate Life Brewing and I for one, think it's about damn time! As parents of young kids, my partner and I occasionally NEED a strong drink. Sometimes we simply enjoy the subtleties of a frothy pale ale or a full-bodied IPA, and seeing as we're also human, we deserve to leave the house every now and...
Hello Harry, Adelaide City
"Nice buns, hun!" is something you don't normally say in the city, at least, not with the kids. Unless of course, you're making a beeline for Hello Harry, then, you can be forgiven! This modern, laid-back burger joint on the corner of King William and Hindley streets is the real deal, serving up great food that packs a punch in terms of quality...
Renmark Club
The Renmark Club is a brilliant spot to relax with a glass of wine and a meal. Its town centre and riverfront location is the ideal place to meet with family and friends and enjoy all the perks life out here affords. This extensive community club is attractive day and night and easily caters for the significant weekend crowd whilst simultaneously...
River Jack’s Cafe, Berri
River Jacks Café holds pride of place on the riverbank, beside the beautiful lawns, right at the start of Berri’s main street. If you are new to town, find the Information Centre & you'll find River Jacks Cafe right next door - perfect for filling your bellies before you decide where you will adventure next! We took up position outside on the...
Woolshed Brewery, Murtho
Are you even on holiday if you aren’t actively seeking out a local brewery and making any excuse to just pop in? Woolshed Brewery has become a bit of a Riverland icon and it's easy to see why. The 100-year old shearing shed with its grated timber flooring is the heart of the brewery and is a great option for kicking back on a wet or cold day....
Eleni’s Greek at Mallee Estate
Eleni's Greek at Mallee Estate is a winery and restaurant experience all rolled into one, with a whole lot of history and family love keeping this wonderful Riverland business alive in the heart of Renmark. It often takes a family to create a family friendly experience and this is absolutely the case at Mallee Estate. As soon as we arrived at...
Berri Hotel
The Berri Hotel Bistro is another large attractive venue serving from a significant and contemporary menu. You can't go too wrong with a pub meal when you're on holidays and you'll find plenty of pub favourites at the Berri Hotel, along with some new options. Located on Riverview Drive in the heart of Berri, you'll never be too far from the Berri...
The Essence Cafe, Stirling
We love finding a little hidden gem and that's exactly what The Essence Cafe is. Located in beautiful Stirling (Adelaide Hills) The Essence Cafe is tucked away behind the main road with indoor and outdoor seating available, and plenty of car parking nearby. There's also room for prams and high chairs and it's a popular spot for families to grab a...
Cafe Capella’s Moonta
**UPDATE** Due to a fire in September 2022, Cafe Capella's is currently only offering a temporary pop up location with pizza at the CopperClub In The Dunes venue in Port Hughes. We'll keep you updated once we hear of a new permanent venue, but for now, be sure to support them via their pop up - follow them on Facebook for all of the info on...
