Best Family-Friendly Restaurants in Boston

“This is the best pasta I tried so far in Boston. Great local authentic place with homemade pasta, toppings and sauce. Definitely recommend it!”

“This is my third time back here the food is fresh the pasta is fresh and the quality is EXCELLENT!”

“Amazing food every single time. Some of the best pasta I’ve ever had in my life.”

“This place has had many food options over the years and AATMA's Indian food is by far the best.”

“Chef Keith and his team have done an incredible job with Aatma and their approach to Indian food.”

“I am vegan and my partner is vegetarian. We had the bhajji's, korma sutra, and mushroom saag - all of which were excellent.”

“The atmosphere is modern and hip with great music and even better drinks — perfect spot for a fun night out.”

“Sarah was the best! She was extremely helpful and very kind. We couldn’t have asked for better service. Would 10/10 recommend Sarah & Chubbs!”

“The food was incredible. Best wing I’ve ever had. Everything was delicious. Thank you”

“A nice casual but quick restaurant serving up authentic and delicious Korean food!”

“The Veggie Bibimbap that I am eating is really tasty and the sauce that goes with it was really good.”

“Edit to add that I ordered gluten free popcorn chicken for my child with Celiac and it was a big hit !”

“Best Indian food I've had in Boston”

“Transported from gritty Boston to an Indian oasis”

“Potato or peas was slightly undercooked”

“Best Spanish food in and around Boston feels like home and all handmade made by one of the best chefs around”

“We order from Bono on a regular basis, the food is absolutely delicious and is a staple in our house.”

“The food was delicious. The owner and staff are so great. Nice decor and vibe.”

“Our company especially loved the mushroom pizza, potato pizza, and mighty meatballs.”

“We came for weekend lunch with 3 adults and 2 kids and had a fantastic lunch.”

“The staff was so accommodating and kind to the two kiddos who just wanted to sit at the bar and …”

“Came in for lunch with no expectations, was pleasantly surprised with the amazing food, great portions, good coffee for the price.”

“The pizza is delicious and uses the freshest ingredients. It’s light, crispy, and tasty!”

“The food is absolutely delicious! The pizza at this place is SO GOOD!”

“No more boring pancakes and breakfast burritos. How breakfast should be. Lots of variety in flavor, texture and color. Best breakfast I’ve ever had in the states.”

“The cafe has a Parisian vibe and is perfect for a Sunday brunch.”

“Arianna was such a lovely server during our visit. She really made my family, who were visiting, feel so cared for and comfortable.”

“The quality of the pizza was really good and the customer service was amazing. Very fresh pizza you can tell it’s made with love.”

“This place is a tiny hole in the wall with 4 tables. I searched gluten free pizza and found this place.”

“We came from Texas to go to Fenway, and while exploring the city, we came across here. The pizza was so good we came back the next day.”

“Every experience I have had, whether dining or takeout, has been AMAZING. The food is always fresh, served quickly, and most importantly, DELICIOUS.”

“Best authentic Mexican food I’ve had in a long time! Highly recommend the grande sampler and mojitos”

“The staff was absolutely amazing, helped my friend and I when we didn’t know where to go!”

“Mike and Patty’s is hands down one of the best breakfast spots I’ve ever been to—and easily a favorite in the heart of Boston.”

“The Fancy breakfast sandwich? Absolutely lives up to its name. It's simple, delicious, and super filling—just the kind of meal that gets you through a busy morning without feeling heavy.”

“There was a line of people waiting for their food around 10am , so if that bothers you, ordering ahead may be your best bet.”

“Umya provided outstanding customer service. She was welcoming, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect from start to finish.”

“Marouane was fantastic as well! Incredibly attentive and made sure we were well fed.”

“Everything was literally delicious 😋 Beef samboosa 8/10 - great with the salsa”

“The food at this place is absolutely delicious. We had the braised kale, brussels sprouts, salmon and burger. Everything was perfectly cooked, flavorful, and it came out quickly.”

“The staff made us feel really welcome and the ambiance was fantastic. Definitely heading back there!”

“My husband and I had gotten drinks at Midnight Morning a couple times before, but never ordered any food. Boy, were we missing out!”

“4 stars for the prices, otherwise extremely amazing and probably best in town Mexican spot.”

“The tastiest, authentic, freshest food with the friendliest employees. Thoroughly enjoyed our delicious lunch!”

“This place is amazing every time we go. Great food, drinks, energy and atmosphere.”

“The food was outstanding from start to finish. The skewers were grilled perfectly and full of flavor, the scallops were buttery and tender, and the short ribs were …”

“Zaku Izakaya has quickly become one of my favorite spots in Boston.”

“Everything on the menu was awesome!! I loved the shishito peppers, the nigiris, the rolls, the seafood pancakes and more!”

“No matter how many times I’ve ordered, the food is always fresh, tasty and so delicious.”

“The food… just AMAZING perfectly seasoned, hot, fresh, and ready in less than 10 …”

“Owner is attentive and always asks how customers what we think of the food and if we need anything.”

“The owner is an amazing person and goes out of her way to make sure every customer is taken care.”

“The food is very consistently delicious if you ask for extra anything on a burger the put EXTRA.”

“Got ourselves a cheese pizza and a veggie one, and both were awesome.”

“The music was appropriate a mix of new and old school hip hop/rnb I loved the vibe !”

“The food here is legit delicious but I seriously paid over $12 for a wrap that is almost entirely lettuce.”

“Food made fresh, customer service was excellent and the place was very clean (including the bathrooms).”

“The lady at the counter was very patient with my child, as she is very picky of her food.”

“The prices are great, food is delicious, and the environment is great.”

“This place has good vibes, I was hungry right before a walk around the reservoir”

“Our server , Li (or Lee ?), was phenomenal! Managed to attend us in both in English and Spanish!”

“The food is consistently fresh and delicious, my go to is the Very Berry Mascarpone French toast, eggs benny (the eggs are poached just right), and the matcha einspaner.”

“AMAZINGGGGG EXPERIENCE!! Food was incredible and our server Lee was the kindest ever!”

“Jonathan was absolutely amazing behind the bar. He was graceful in his movements, incredibly friendly, and truly interactive — making everyone feel welcome and engaged.”

“Paulina provided outstanding service from start to finish. She welcomed us with a warm smile, was incredibly attentive throughout the meal, and that made brunch more enjoyable.”

“The food was incredible. Practically begged them to open a place in Miami.”

“Best spot for breakfast in the south end!! Food is amazing and prices are fantastic! Loved the western omelette with home fries!”

“If you are walking down Albany street you can follow your nose to the place as that wonderful greasy spoon smell wafts down the street and draws you.”

“Went to hidden kitchen and I have to say it has the best service and coffee!”

“Best pizza crust around. Pizza overall very good but I wish the margarita had more basil and less mozzarella.”

“Our first pizza in the new location was just as delicious as it has always been…maybe even better?!”

“Mario's is the best pizza in Boston hands up ! either if its a full pie or a few slices Mario's food will not disappoint you !”

“Solid thai, not outstanding but its in a good location near Faneuil hall, north end, and haymarket.”

“This is a small and cozy restaurant with excellent service that makes you feel very welcomed.”

“Ordered galangal soup w shrimp, mango salad, kee mao w beef or veg, green curry w chicken, pineapple curry w veg.”

“My favorite all-time comfort food in Boston. I always go for the clam tofu soup extra spicy with an egg.”

“The price is affordable and gives you good portions, I recommend the kimchi and beef soup, all soups are served along with rice.”

“This is the best Korean food that I’ve had in my life. The Kalbi is the incredibly tender and flavorful, the tendon literally comes off the bone.”

“Ohh myy gosh! It was so delicious pizza ever, it was so hard to find halal pepperoni and finally I found it!!”

“Amazing service by the one and only Nora! and best atmosphere around!!!”

“The atmosphere wasnt all that great. Small, crowded and loud, but since I wasnt eating there, I did not care.”

“Best overall service I've ever received”

“Women's Washroom was clean, and stocked”

“Desserts were a miss — literally all of them”

“Excellent value for money for Boston, the portions are generous and the prices very affordable.”

“We had ramen and chicken katsu curry: it was absolutely delicious!”

“Food is incredible and you get quite a bit for such a good price.”

“The Bandeja Peñol was excellent. I ordered the mini version and still couldn't quite eat it all.”

“Servers take care of US 7 people in a table and we all left happy and Belly full”

“My son loves arepas and hamburgers, so when he saw that they added a new menu item, arepa burger, he of course had to get it.”

“Johnnie personally comes over to every table to ensure his customers are getting the best experience in Boston.”

“We had six different things and everyone thought theirs was very good, including cheesesteak sandwich, sausage dog, grilled chicken sandwich, burger, and Johnnie's meatballs.”

“It's very nice to see the owner making his rounds and not hesitate to stop and chat with the patrons.”

“The beef and lamb burrito might be the best burrito I’ve ever had in my life!”

“This is now not only my favorite restaurant there, but one of my favorites in Boston!”

“I wish they would get rid of Mexican names/poor attempts at Mexican food on the menu and just serve Turkish food.”

“Probably one of the best Mexican breakfast/brunch plates I’ve had in Boston. Everything tasted fresh (no frozen meats), great sauces, and I especially liked the sautéed fried corn tortilla chips.”

“This has always been one of my go-to places, and I’ve loved coming here for years.”

“It is located at 131 Lexington Ave in a residential area and it's what you can call a favorite.”

“Ate here alone and ordered carne asada. It was delicious. Chips and salsa included. Local authentic restaurant, affordable, service was great. Will be back.”

“The pupusas here are delicious! They are prepared fresh and not pre-made which is a key to the authentic flavor.”

“Service was super friendly and accommodating, even with kids and our limited Spanish, and the food was utterly delicious.”

“Very friendly staff, excellent customer service, delivery was on time, I loved the products, mmm delicious.”

“I have a shellfish allergy so I asked if they fry their shrimp empanadas in the same fryer as the rest of the fried foods.”

“They say it closes at 10pm but at 930 they don’t answer calls and you cannot place a order on DoorDash.”

“The Lobster Mac & Cheese was the best i've ever had and the mashed potatoes were perfect.”

“Conveniently located along the Freedom Trail, the Union Oyster House boasts being one of the oldest restaurants in the country.”

“We go there every time we go to Boston and this is the first time we've ever had a bad experience there.”

“Loved the chicken biryani & the service, it’s one of two places in Boston that I’ll go if I wanna have that dish 😋”

“My husband and I typically get the vegetable samosas, chicken tikka, garlic naan, and chicken tikka masala and it's consistently delicious!”

“We had goat biryani, chicken chapli kebab, and kebab karahi with chapati. Every dish tasted unbelievably good, each with its own distinctive flavor.”

“They are professional and very friendly,their food is delicious!! Great service!!”

“The staff are always really nice but it is clear their chicken tenders & fries are frozen.”

“Ordered 2 pizzas that were completely soggy. We called the store and they completely refused to admit and give us credit without driving back and returning the pizza.”

“Service was amazing! Katherine was incredible and took care of us very well not a single scrap of food was left over”

“The spicy ramen was so good!! They had a cute little self serve sauce bar and the pork literally melted!”

“We waited 30+ min for the food to come out. The ramen is okay and the spicy paste tastes like gochujang.”

“Got a spicy chicken sandwich with was delicious and reasonably priced given the large portion.”

“The chicken was amazing — tender, yet still crispy, and packed with flavor.”

“Every time I have come here it’s been amazing the food is amazing and the customer service is so good!”

“The staff is always friendly and efficient, and the shop is spotless and modern — perfect for a quick stop before work or after the gym.”

“Lots of great Vegan options. We loved the vegan humus plate!”

“Located along the exterior of the Prudential Center, Pressed Cafe offers plenty of seating in a spacious setting.”

“We had the caprese, antipasto, and the carbonara. Service was very quick, portions were large, and food was excellent!”

“Amazing food, amazing service, amazing atmosphere, amazing desserts. The owner really knows how to treat their customers well.”

“Reservation was kept, we were seated promptly. Food & beverage services were great. Our table was downstairs & the room was quiet enough to have conversation about our Boston adventures.”

“The falafel here is amazing. Very different from the usual falafel one would get at a similar establishment.”

“As a Greek, I can say their gyro is absolutely delicious, very close in quality and flavor to what you’d get at a local spot in Athens.”

“Place is very clean & the way they have they're setup in a line with boxes to the ceiling to get the food done very quickly but absolutely delicious!!!”

“The staff are absolutely incredible, Mai and Lucky are the absolute best, so welcoming and are so fun to chat.”

“Great food, everything I have tried has been delicious! The staff are the best part of the experience, always make you feel at home and so friendly. Love coming here”

“The staff is so friendly! Mai and Lucky always make our dining experience the best!”

“The breakfast burrito with chorizo and a single waffle. 10/10 if you can make a reservation, we didn’t sooooo our fault.”

“The mimosa flight was amazing! I love that they have a coffee and cocktail flight as well.”

“Our server was fast and efficient! Food was amazing, I don’t remember what it’s called but it was my first time having it and I loved it!”

“Sushi pieces are large! Well cooked rice, generous portions of fish, and fresh veggies - some of the best.”

“Side note: parking SUCKS. But keep circling the block till something opens up or walk a couple blocks. Worth it!”

“The food was amazing! Loved the display it came.”

“Best burrito I’ve had in my life. So happy to have this place local.”

“Now, for the food, it’s garbage. I’ve seen people post steak and cheese here, and my gosh, it’s 90% bread and 10% toppings.”

“I think he is the manager and he always has a bad attitude, treating his coworkers badly.”

“The food is authentic and I love the fish so much. Recommend anyone who wants to try Sichuan taste Chinese food.”

“Our Server Austin is incredible! He is so friendly and know what customers want ! He pays attention to detail and what clients really want.”

“Best Sichuan in Boston and better than the one in NYC. Great service and great food.”

“It can be hard to find parking if you go in a busy day or during the weekend”

“Rustic wooden and metal decor, smelled like meat and wood”

“Must have a new chief because it was night and day from the last time”

“The food was excellent! The chopped cheese rivaled those that I had in New York.”

“The person running the place was super personable and made helpful recommendations for how best to enjoy the food.”

“Ordered from Door dash, the quantity of Mac and cheese for that price is a rip off, what even are those sizes for 8 dollars ?”

“And the Veggie Burger (highly recommend for vegetarian!), they are both delicious!!”

“My girlfriend, who for years had a favorite restaurant that she talked about frequently, now has a new go-to restaurant.”

“We weren't sure what to try, so we split the "taste of Ireland" that included Guinness beef stew, Shepherd's pie, and chicken pot pie.”