Best Kid Friendly Restaurants in East Nashville

Price

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSeafoodBarbecueComfort FoodBurgers

Regions

Nashville

Neighborhoods

Belmont / HillsboroBerry HillDonelsonDowntown / SobroMidtownOld Hickory / Hermitage

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh Top

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

10 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Aquarium Restaurant - Opry Mills restaurant

1. Aquarium Restaurant - Opry Mills

4.2

Awesome(2410)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Donelson

Booked 160 times today

Dive into food and fun at the Aquarium Restaurant, located in the Opry Mills Mall! Your underwater adventure begins as you are seated around a 200,000-gallon aquarium tank, home to a wide variety of fish, sharks, stingrays and more! Make a splash with deliciously fresh seafood, steak, chicken and decadent desserts all served in an unbelievable underwater setting. Make Aquarium part of your next field trip, birthday party or special event. Customized birthday parties, special events, educational programs and tours are available. Plan a visit to the Aquarium today!

2. Little Fib

4.1

Excellent(402)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Southern • Downtown / Sobro

Booked 5 times today

Savor American retro cuisine at Little Fib, a distinct restaurant designed to honor the rich history of Nashville through food, music and libations. Start your morning to the right beat in downtown Nashville or refuel after exploring Broadway. Located in the heart of Music City inside the Renaissance Nashville hotel.

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3. Maggiano's - Nashville

4.7

Exceptional(7194)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Belmont / Hillsboro

Booked 72 times today

Join us for lunch or dinner at Maggiano's Nashville and savor the rich flavors of Italian-American dishes inspired by Nonna’s traditional recipes. Nashville offers a wide range of events and attractions. Whether you want to attend a concert, golf, or visit historic destinations, Maggiano's is your place to wine and dine! Visit us at 3106 W End Ave. or book your reservation today!

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4. Rainforest Cafe - Opry Mills

4.3

Awesome(1033)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Donelson

Booked 66 times today

You don’t have to travel far to dine in a tropical rainforest, It’s a safari for the senses. Our menu contains an array of delicious items and tropical treats you’re sure to go WILD for. End your journey with the out-of-this-world VOLCANO dessert. Discover the rainforest, complete with cascading waterfalls, tropical rainstorms, trumpeting elephants and entertaining gorillas. It’s not just another meal; it’s an adventure! Don’t forget to take a journey through our Retail Village (opens at 10 AM daily)CAUTION: Flashing lights and thunder sounds inside restaurant. May cause discomfort and/ or seizures for those with photosensitive epilepsy.

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5. Elliston Place Soda Shop

4.7

Exceptional(158)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Southern • Midtown

Booked 7 times today

We’re one part soda shop, one part meat-and-three, and one hundred percent bona fide Southern eatery. We cook each meal fresh from scratch daily, following time-tested recipes and honoring our founder’s meat-and-three legacy. Bring the kids around for a treat, grab lunch with friends, or drop by for a shake and fries. And did we mention the pies?

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6. The Farmstead Nashville

3.9

Excellent(11)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Southern • Berry Hill

Booked 1 time today

Our farm to table restaurant is Located in the Berry Hill Neighborhood of Nashville TN. We are surrounded by recording studios and some of Nashville’s best murals. A cozy laid back environment, with a park across the street . Our Breakfast and Brunch menu is 2nd to none. Our menus Feature creative dishes, Familiar dishes and new twists on old favorites. We Serve Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. We even have a scoop shop to satisfy your sweet tooth and help you cool off during the heat of summer. Come for breakfast and relax with house made cold brew. peach Bellini or a mimosa. Stay for Lunch and enjoy some of the south’s best Barbecue. Swing back by for dinner and let the kids play in the park while you unwind. We look forward to seeing you and serving you dishes from our Award winning chef.Indoor and outdoor seating available.

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7. Dave & Buster's - Nashville

4.3

Awesome(122)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Donelson

Booked 10 times today

Each Dave & Buster’s has more state-of-the-art games than ever, more mouth-watering menu items and the most innovative drinks anywhere. From wings to steaks, we’ve got whatever suits your appetite and our premium bar assures we’re stocked to satisfy! Plus, you can watch your game on one of our massive HDTVs with epic stadium sound.

8. Wildhorse Saloon

4.4

Awesome(85)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / Sobro

Commitment to Clean www.gaylordhotelsclean.com Category10 is THE Nashville experience. We are a true-to-our roots restaurant with downtown’s largest dance floor and an unparalleled stage for live entertainment. We are Nashville’s most iconic destination, providing all the city has to offer in one place. We are where your Nashville story begins and never ends!Located on 2nd Ave. in the heart downtown Nashville, Category10 has become synonymous with great music and good times. More than 1.5 million music fans stampede to the Category10 each year to have a great meal, catch the hottest concerts and to take advantage of our complimentary line dancing lessons.For parties of 15 or more, please visit https://www.category10.com/private-events/

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9. Fat Bottom Brewing Co

4.6

Exceptional(10)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Brewery • The Nations / Village West

Booked 1 time today

Welcome to Fat Bottom Brewery! Located in Nashville, we proudly brew and can all of our signature beers under one roof, offering a wide range of styles to please every palate. With every new season, comes a new beer! Not feeling a beer today? That's okay, we have a full bar!Planning a get-together? If your party is 10 or fewer, just swing by and grab a seat! For larger groups, we’ve got you covered with reservations via OpenTable. Please note, we use QR codes to start and manage your tab, so be sure to have your phone handy. If QR codes won’t work for your party, let us know in the comments when you book, and include a phone number where we can reach you for any assistance. Our family-friendly space includes games for the kids and adults, plenty of TV's to watch your favorite teams and we are home to Nashville Scene's award winning Pretzels and Beer Cheese!And don't forget your favorite beer to-go! Always offering the best prices for 6packs and growler fills!

A photo of Famous Dave's - Hermitage restaurant

10. Famous Dave's - Hermitage

4.3

Awesome(2)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Old Hickory / Hermitage

Famous Dave's is in Hermitage, and has a reputation for its award-winning BBQ. It is also popular because of the quality of the ingredients with almost all dishes being made from scratch. Though the menu at Famous Dave's in Hermitage does emphasize the tasty BBQ options, it is not limited just to the famous ribs. There are chicken and pork selections in addition to alternatives like soups, salads, burgers, sandwiches, appetizers and an array of build your own feasts and combo plates. Kids enjoy a menu of their own and the homemade dessert selections are also one of the reasons for the ongoing success of Famous Dave's in Hermitage.

See what locals rave about

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Gordonlv1212
San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We got to the restaurant and we ate at the bar. I forgot to check in with host. Food was great.
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Maggiano's - NashvillePrice: Moderate• Italian• Belmont / Hillsboro
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4.7
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OpenTable Diner
Orlando / Central Florida East •1 review
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
The place is a great atmosphere and it's nice the tables are far enough away from ea h other you don't feel crowded. It did take a VERY long time to get refills on drinks. That was a bit frustrating. And I got the chicken Alfredo that had hardly any chicken on it. There were two pieces about 2" x 2" and then maybe 4 more smaller pieces. For 22$ you'd expect a lot more chicken.
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Aquarium Restaurant - Opry MillsPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Donelson
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4.2
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Martin
Nashville •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 4, 2025
Fantastic food,prices were good,service was great
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Little FibPrice: Moderate• Southern• Downtown / Sobro
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4.1
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Vickie
Nashville •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 4, 2025
Great breakfast and great service ! Decor is cute
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Elliston Place Soda ShopPrice: Moderate• Southern• Midtown
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4.7
OT
OpenTable Diner
Central Kentucky •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 2, 2025
A must eat experience as service and food was incredible.
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Rainforest Cafe - Opry MillsPrice: Moderate• American• Donelson
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4.3

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