Diners' Choice: Kid-friendly restaurants in San Antonio

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Updated January 05, 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are kid friendly in San Antonio? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Mama's Cafe

4.8

4.8 (306)

$30 and under

American

Alamo Heights

About the restaurant

San Antonio's best family-owned homestyle comfort food restaurant serving Texas inspired made-from-scratch daily breakfast, lunch, happy hour, and dinner. Enjoy our famous fried mushrooms, best pancakes in town, chicken fried American wagyu steak, Texas beers on tap, or one of our handmade craft cocktails. Join us in one of our dining rooms, at the bar, or outside on our dog-friendly and beautiful patio/beer garden.

Top review

Michael

Dined 4 days ago

Great food and excellent service! Highly recommend!

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Popular dish

Chicken Fried Pork Cutlet

Popular dish

Chicken Fried Chicken

NOLA Brunch and Beignets

4.7

4.7 (16)

$30 and under

Breakfast

Downtown

About the restaurant

NOLA Brunch & Beignets brings you New Orleans style brunch with a South Texas twist 5 days a week!

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Bernice

Dined on Jan 4, 2025

Beignets and service was fantastic! My wife enjoyed her muffaletta, for some reason the garden omelete (eggs spongy vs, fluffy) nor the potatoes(freshness), just didnt do it for me. My server was on point and the friendliest. I still enjoyed myself. Thanks for your service.

Albi's Vite Leon Springs

4.6

4.6 (137)

$30 and under

Italian

Leon Springs

About the restaurant

Inspired by our roots on the Adriatic Coast, our family opened Albi’s Vite Italian Kitchen to serve authentic homemade Italian dishes like scratch-made Lasagna, mouthwatering Shrimp Alfredo, or creamy Chicken Florentine. Pair any dish with our extensive wine menu, or follow it with decadent tiramisu for the perfect final course.

We are so proud to serve our San Antonio community. Our restaurant will always be as warm and inviting as our own home. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us for anything you need.

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Dr. The-Hiep

Dined 3 days ago

Great food, great service and great ownership/management. Will dine in again!

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Best Happy Hour in Leon Springs!

La Fogata Vance Jackson

4.5

4.5 (575)

$30 and under

Mexican / Southwestern

Northwest

About the restaurant

San Antonio is populated with hundreds of Mexican Restaurants, but none compare to the dining experience of La Fogata. Enjoy authentic Mexican dishes such as chile en nogada or shrimp tacos al pastor in a setting like no other. La Fogata has repeatedly won "Best Outdoor Dining" with its lushly planted patios, splashing fountains and cantera stone columns. Choose something different, choose something extraordinary, choose La Fogata. If you do not see your desired reservation time please call or just head our way. We encourage walk-in business!

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Chris

Dined on Jan 4, 2025

Great patio, service, and food. Everything was enjoyable.

P.F. Chang's - La Cantera

4.5

4.5 (155)

$30 and under

Chinese

La Cantera

About the restaurant

We are an Asian & Chinese restaurant offering dine-in, takeout, to-go, delivery, and catering. Make a reservation online to dine in. Order Asian and Chinese food delivery, takeout, and catering online or through the P.F. Chang's mobile app. Let us cater the perfect feast for you - corporate office catering menus are also available. P.F. Chang's offers a variety of signature Asian, Thai, Korean, Japanese, Mongolian, and Chinese food dishes including Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Chicken Pad Thai, Signature Lo Mein, Fried Rice, Mongolian Beef, Chang's Spicy Chicken, and Pork and Shrimp Dumplings. Order online for sushi delivery and takeout. Many gluten-free and vegetarian menu items are available. Try our seasonal cocktails and seasonal menu items.

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MELISSA

Dined on Dec 24, 2024

Great everytime and the service is always excellent 👏

Dave & Buster's - San Antonio (Balcones Heights)

4.5

4.5 (105)

$30 and under

American

Medical Center

About the restaurant

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.

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Markus

Dined on Dec 14, 2024

I loved the Service with you guys and the food was great

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Experience

Sunday SIP Night

Rock & Brews - San Antonio

4.4

4.4 (17)

$30 and under

American

North Central

About the restaurant

We have it all! American food, craft beers, signature cocktails, large parties and private dining space, live music, catering, live sports, dog-friendly patios, and more!

Rock your taste buds with our American inspired menu boasting creative spins on the standards. Our menu items are prepared from scratch using fresh ingredients from the local community. Wash down our culinary creations with one of our 48+ craft beers on tap from local, national, and international breweries or check out our signature cocktails and extensive bourbon and tequila selections!

The restaurant can accommodate sports fanatics and large parties of any size (including family and corporate gatherings, youth sports teams, and rehearsal dinners) in our sizable dining room or on our private patios. The restaurant also features live music, weekday lunch specials, a dog-friendly outdoor patio (ask to see our dog menu), and brunch on the weekends.

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PAULA

Dined on Dec 28, 2024

Mikayla, our server was amazing, funny and engaging. My first time having a burger here. The Ultimate was NOT a disappointment! I will be back and already know which entree I want to try next....the blackened chicken Alfredo! I almost asked my neighbor for a taste. Lol! Bobby G & The Drive (band) was great! Energetic and nostalgic Rock! And the view of Fiesta Texas fireworks was an unexpected bonus! Loved it!!!

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4.1

4.1 (57)

$30 and under

Mexican

Downtown

About the restaurant

Casa Catrina, our unique Dias de los Muertos themed restaurant on the historic River Walk, will offer a delightful array of authentic Mexican fare. Indulge in specialties like tender charred octopus and recado rojo rubbed Cochinita pibil tacos. Explore the diverse flavors with at least seven different salsas inspired by recipes from all over Mexico. Savor classic seafood dishes such as ceviches and compechanana cocktails, and don't miss out on our unique huitlacoche quesadillas. The bar will also shine with exquisite margaritas and craft cocktails, including a mezcal martini made with marigold flowers. Casa Catrina goes beyond being a mere restaurant – it's an immersive experience. Our establishment not only boasts captivating design and decor but also offers spectacular hospitality and elevated food and beverage options. With the ambiance inspired by the day of the dead, we bring the excitement and majesty of this celebration to San Antonio year-round.

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Kim

Dined on Dec 24, 2024

We had fabulous service right from the start. The hostess suggested a different table from the one that was originally reserved - she thought a larger table would be more comfortable for our party of six. And our server, Jazmine, was great. She understood that we wanted to take our time and enjoy being together on the holiday. She paced our drinks, appetizers and entrees so that we take our time. Our food was delicious too.

Sugar Factory - San Antonio

3.5

3.5 (500)

$31 to $50

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

Sugar Factory American Brasserie, America’s favorite eatery and celebrity hotspot – known for its over-the-top dishes, sweets and treats – has opened its second Texas location in San Antonio. The world-famous, family-friendly, high-energy celebration destination is located on the popular River Walk at 849 E Commerce St, unit 109.

“For over a decade, Sugar Factory has delighted guests of all ages with our internationally recognized fun, high energy brand delivering memorable experiences in a family-friendly atmosphere. We are excited to introduce San Antonio to our signature desserts, savory dishes, beautiful photo op walls, and friendly staff,

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Mariana

Dined on Nov 29, 2024

The food is beautiful, love the colorful and fun plates.

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Popular dish

Sugar Factory Hot Chocolate

Popular dish

Sugar Factory Omelet

Popular dish

The Signature Sugar Factory Burger

Joe's Crab Shack - San Antonio

3.1

3.1 (24)

$30 and under

Seafood

Downtown

About the restaurant

Joe’s Crab Shack offers a variety of favorites from all parts of the sea and shore. From its extensive menu, guests can choose from buckets of seasonal seafood, fried shrimp platters and fish dishes, as well as options from the “mainland” that include steak, sandwiches, and chicken. Guests can indulge in over-sized and creative cocktails, such as the Shark Bite which is playfully garnished with a shark toy. Since its inception, Joe’s popularity has stemmed not only from its menu, but also its retail store. With various pieces of merchandise for purchase, including the ever-popular tie-dye T-shirt with the phrase “Peace, Love and Crabs,” Joe’s has become synonymous with the word “fun.”

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Monica

Dined on Nov 29, 2024

The food was great just like all our favorite Joe's Crab Shack and the service was fast and friendly.

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