So we've got three little munchkins who seem to want food ALL THE TIME. If you’re new here, you’ll learn quickly that we are foodies and exploring different restaurants is always top priority. We've become very attuned to how baby/toddler friendly restaurants are. But we also adjust to places that may not have some kid stuff. After an explosive response from you guys on our Instagram, we decided to start compiling a list of places and what they have goin' on regarding small humans.
*This is a curated list by us and does not include chains (for the most part) or places that even WE wouldn't consider taking a tyke. (sometimes ya just don't take a toddler out) If you think of a place, send it our way. This list will be ever-changing and be updated periodically.
And if you're a new parent or just wondering how we handle three littles when we go out to eat, check out our post on How To Take Your Crazy Toddler To Restaurants.
ALLENTOWN
high chairs
no changing tables
no kids menu but there is definitely food on the main menu they can nibble one! (hello, tots)
street parking
Billy Club *save for a date night
Caffeology *CLOSED
high chairs
no changing tables
street parking
*perfect menu item to trick a kid? order sweetbreads and tell them it's chicken. will accommodate food for kiddos- like a little quesadilla!
*Chloe approved
Don Tequila CLOSED
high chairs
changing table in women's restroom
street parking
high chairs
changing table in women's restroom
kids menu
Some other Fat Bob's info- 'Special kids menu they can color on (also listed on regular menu), large wall-sized fish tank in the restaurant that we try and sit kids near. We are happy to cater any birthday parties, baby showers, family reunions, etc. We can be found online at fatbobs.com! Thanks for thinking of us.'
high chairs
no changing tables
street parking
*where to take your toddler for their very first wing
The Lenox Grill CLOSED
Melting Point *CLOSED
Mother’s *save for a date night
AMHERST
high chairs
tables?
parking lot
*Chloe approved; louder and fun atmosphere
high chairs
tables?
parking lot
Jazzboline *save for a date night
high chairs
tables?
parking lot
high chairs
changing tables in women's room (plans to add more!)
kids menu available
*Chloe approved
My Tomato Pie shared with us: 'Specialize in allergies and taking the steps to make sure kids with allergies can dine out without worrying about safety. We also offer Gluten Free and dairy free options. We love having kids join us and when the kids are happy it makes the parents meals more enjoyable too.'
Rachel's Mediterranean on Sheridan
high chairs
changing table in women's restroom
kids menu
Santora's Millersport- CLOSED
high chairs
changing station in ALL restrooms
kids menu
parking lot
*Chloe approved! Louder and more fun atmosphere; good for kids
high chairs
tables?
kids menu
Riggs Kids approved!
Take out, dine in or outside, parking lot
BLACK ROCK
*stay tuned- a follower mentioned it's a tight squeeze in there but the patio may be a good option in nice weather! more to come
BLASDELL
high chairs
*Riggs Kids Approved
high chairs
tables?
parking lot
*Riggs Kids Approved
high chairs
tables?
parking lot
*Riggs Kids Approved
CHEEKTOWAGA
high chairs
tables?
parking lot
*Chloe approved
high chairs
no changing tables in regular restrooms but a follower mentioned there is a family restroom with one
kids menu available
parking lot
*Riggs Kids Approved
Bravo! *CLOSED
high chairs
no changing tables
parking lot
*Chloe approved
high chairs
tables?
parking lot
*Chloe approved
parking lot
parking lot
high chairs
changing table in a family restroom
parking lot
CLARENCE
high chairs
changing table
parking lot
high chairs
no changing tables (possible in future!)
kids menu
Penny Lane Cafe mentioned:'Penny Lane Cafe is an extremely family friendly environment! We have a coloring station, Jenga, playing cards, and Connect Four. Disney Plus plays cartoons during lunch and dinner in the dining room. We have a child size piano and other instruments to give kids visiting PLC an interactive music experience!'
high chairs
tables?
high chairs
changing tables in women's restroom (possibly more to come!)kids menu available
parking lot
*CoreLife is about health! They let us know: 'We support families teaching their young ones about healthy eating. We’d like to host more family events at our eateries.'
Clarence Center Coffee high chairs
no changing tables
kids menu
Clarence Center Coffee Co. let us know:'We love having the kiddos visit! We do have crayons and paper for them to color while waiting for their meal. Also, a few games to keep them occupied, like tic-tac-toe. We are always happy to accommodate the best we can with food allergies. Any special requests, just ask!'
high chairs
no changing tables
yes to a kid's menu!parking lot
*Chloe is obsessed with the Spicy Sausage & Honey pizza!
DEPEW
*one follower said they start with a basket of popcorn and give kiddos coloring pages and crayons; the waiter will even give kids a 'good token' to use for the prize machine before they leave!
high chairs
changing table in women's restroom (with plan to add more)
kids menu: 'Our kids meals are $6.99 across the board & could feed you too probably!😉 We offer numerous options & honestly all of our portions are HUGE & sharing friendly. Could feed an entire family of 4 with one WHOLE SPECIAL MAC AND CHEESE ENTREE!' Mooney's also let us know: 'We are working on getting a changing table in the men’s room as well BUT we in return have MANY private comfortable places for a man, woman, family etc to change their baby comfortably.'
*see Elmwood location info
high chairs
changing table in women's restroom (more coming in the future!)
kids menu
Forestview let us know: 'Yes! Kids eat free from 5-8 each and every Wednesday, and we host a magician during that time. We also do “meet Santa” during Christmas time.'
DOWNTOWN BUFFALO
high chairs
changing tables in restrooms in the Hotel Lafayette
street and paid lot parking*
very accommodating to creating kid food if you ask- they're all about making sure everyone feels welcome!
*Chloe approved
Local Kitchen *CLOSED
high chairs (including hi-top ones for the tall tables!)
street parking
high chairs
tables?
parking lot and street parking
*kid-friendly food for picky eaters and good noise level. great also for theatre-goers.
high chairs
tables?
street parking
*Riggs Kids Approved
street and paid lot parking
high chairs
changing tables in all restrooms (!)
kids menu
*coloring menus for the kids and events that are kid-friendly! win! Chloe has had brunch here and slammed the Brioche French Toast.
high chairs
changing table in family restroom
kid's menu available! Panorama on Seven even told us that they love to cater to the littles!
*Chloe had an early dinner with us here and was obsessed with their soup
*paid lot parking (super easy) that is attached to the elevator to get to the restaurant.
high chairs
changing tables in all restrooms!
kids menu available
street and paid lot parking
*Big Ditch also mentioned to us:'Although not available on tap, we do pour chocolate milk for Big Ditch customers that fall in the baby and kid categories -- as well as for any adults who may prefer it to beer.' We love this answer!!
Lafayette Brewing Company CLOSED
high chairs
changing room in women's restroom
kids menu
street and paid lot parking*they love kids and babies!
temporarily closed as of 10/2021
high chairs
changing table in women's restroom
kids menu available
street parking and paid lot parking
parking lot
high chairs
tables?
parking lot
street and paid lot parking
parking lot
*perfect breakfast joint. then go play over at Larkinville!
*Chloe could probably eat the whole menu in one sitting
high chairs
tables?
parking lot and street parking
Dobutsu NOW COMPASS RUN CLOSED
high chairs
family restroom! BIG WIN!
parking lot across the street and street parking
*Chloe digs the ramen noodles and onoyaki fritters
Sato Downtown CLOSED
high chairs
tables?s
treet parking
*again. can't go wrong if there are chips involved
*Chloe approved
Mon Ami CLOSED
Bacchus*keep it a date night
high chairs
no changing table
a cute kid's menu available
*Chloe approved
high chairs
changing table in family restroom
kids menu available (also very accommodating)
Mike at Fresh Catch said: 'From our organic Mac and cheese to our nut free butter for PB&J, we’ve really tried to make sure we are welcoming and accommodating for all families.'
*one of Chloe's favorites (no joke!)
high chairs
no changing tables
no kids menu
high chairs
no changing tables
*but there are future plans for some!no kids menus
WSB gave us some insight:'We’re planning a small kids section for our expansion, but most visits are quick and most kids coming to our restaurants eat the same food as their parents. We don’t get as many American kids, and the ones who do come are coming with parents who have always exposed them to other food so they’re not necessarily looking for a kids menu.' <---let's go, American parents!! Chloe has eaten here several times and has had Ethiopian and Halal!
Sue’s Deli
EAST AMHERST
high chairs
tables?
kids menu- one follower said the Mac & Cheese is Kraft, for those picky kid eaters!
high chairs
changing table in women's and family restroom (plans to add more at their locations)
kids menu: 'I think we have a good kids menu. We give them real food like we do adults, not frozen stuff like so many other restaurants.'
high chairs
changing table in women's bathroom
*Chloe approved
EAST AURORA
high chairsdo they have changing tables?small lot and street parking (it's easy!)
*you can stroller the babes outside in nice weather, too. Chloe always eats from our plates!
*Chloe approved
high chairschanging tables in women's AND men's bathroom!back parking lot and street parking (it's easy!)
*Chloe approved; always rockin' in here so noise isn't an issue
high chairschanging table in both women and men's restrooms
parking lot
*colorful and lots of visual stimulation!
Chloe loves the salsa
no seating- best for takeout!; parking lot
*if you wait inside, you can sit at the booth
high chairsno changing tablesno kids menu but they (obviously) have chicken fingers and pizza for them!street parking
*small but good noise level for having munchkins
high chairsno changing tablesparking lot
*they have some fun spaces where a kid can explore, as long as it's not too crowded
high chairschanging table in women's (is there one in men's?)parking lot
*Chloe appreciates the bread and speediness of receiving mac n cheese
high chairschanging tablesparking lot
*Chloe ate almost the entire pretzel app. By herself.
3 and under eat for free at Sunday brunch
high chairs
*Chloe prefers pancakes
*Chloe loves sharing our burgers, fries, and Chocolate Banana milkshakes
*we suggest keeping this as a date night
*you HAVE to get the Table S'mores. It's so fun!
The Globe CLOSED
high chairschanging table in family restroom (could add more)kids menu
The Globe let us know:
'Kids eat free on Thursdays and we have coloring books!'
high chairstables?
parking lot
*Chloe approved
*outdoor walk up
*we've always been in and out but they have booths and in nice weather there are Adirondack chairs outside to sit in
Chloe’s very first restaurant outing was at Yoshi in East Aurora (closed as of Fall 2019)
ELLICOTTVILLE
high chairs
changing table
no kids menu but there are pancakes for brunch and other flexible options for kiddos!
*Chloe approved
ELMWOOD VILLAGE
Root and Bloom *CLOSED
high chairs
no changing tables
kids menu available
street parking
high chairs
street parking
Thin Man CLOSED
street parking
small parking lot and street parking
high chairs
changing table in women's restroom (mens?)
*Chloe approved
high chairs
tables?
street parking
*one follower said if you're worried about a crying baby, sit in the restaurant side of the place (other side of the bar)
*small space here! maybe good for older kids who can sit still
high chairs
no changing tables (but looking to add in the future)
kid's menu available
*Aguacates let us know they love having kiddos in!
Taste of Siam *CLOSED
no high chairs
no changing tables
*BUT! Chloe is obsessed with all of the smoothies and slams them like she's never eaten before! This is a quick place, so you don't really need chairs and tables.
*great for brunch- Chloe ate a little bit of everything from our plates
no high chairs
no changing tables
no kids menu
high chairs
no changing tables (but may add some!)
kids menu
Louie's let us know: 'Kids menu and we offer coloring books/crayons for the kids while waiting for their food!'
GRAND ISLAND
HAMBURG
JuiCy *CLOSED, pop up locations only
high chairs
changing table in family restroom
kids menu
public free lot across the street and street parking (it's easy!)
*Chloe suggests the chicken fingers and sweet potato fries
*they love kids here and aim to have it very family-friendly!
high chairs
no changing tables
public free lot across the street and street parking (it's easy!)
*One of Chloe's favorite spots! She recommends the tomato soup, yogurt, cheeseburger, and hummus.
*very accommodating to kids (can do just fruit or plain yogurt etc- just ask!
Prima Café CLOSED
high chairs
changing tables in all restrooms
menu is customizable and easy to pick and choose what a kid wants
public free lot across the street and street parking (it's easy!)
*get a juice and share it with the babes. Chloe prefers Spicy Watermelon
high chairs
no changing tables (but plan on adding them in the future)
kids menu available
free lot parking nearby and street parking (it's easy!)
*their brunch is VERY kid friendly! they also host baby showers there
high chairs
tables?
*Chloe digs the quesadilla
high chairs
tables?
*got noodles? Chloe is set.
high chairs
changing tables in all restrooms! wahoo!
Dos On the Lake CLOSED
high chairs
tables?
*unsure about new menu since last time we were there it was more Mexican-type cuisine
*Chloe approved
high chairs
changing table in family restroom
public free lot behind and in front of building
Alchemy told us: 'Babies in bars are totally cool by us!' In Spring and Summer they have some toys for the kids to entertain themselves and they also have baby/kid-friendly events like Bubbles & Babies, craft nights, and Mom networking events!
high chairs
tables?
*Chloe goes for any of the apps possible
high chairs and changing tables
kids space to color
parking lot
kids menu
*we always have a great time here!
*Chloe approved
portions are huge and the kids love the spaghetti
great for take out nights!
The Riggs Kids love it here!
Burgers, fries, milkshakes
Smaller space but doable, still expanding in their new brick and mortar
Can get take out
HERTEL
high chairs
changing table in family restroom
street parking
*cracked potatoes are Chloe’s jam
*no kids menu but are very accommodating! Lloyd himself even told us he's no stranger to cranking out those cheese quesadillas for kids!
Roots Coffee & Tea *CLOSED
high chairs
changing table with amenities!
street parking
*toys, books, coloring books on a shelf for kiddos
*also next door to Rolly Pollies so you can take the littles and go run!
Mac’s on Hertel *CLOSED
high chairs
no changing tables
*must do: Saturday and Sunday for the cinnamon buns!
high chairs
tables?
street parking
high chairs
no changing table
street parking
high chairs
changing tables?
*Chloe approved
high chairs
changing table?
kids menu
*coloring pages and board games for the kiddos!
KENMORE
high chairs
booster seat
no changing tables
no kids menu but can accommodate like grilled chicken, fries, kids cups
LACKAWANNA
high chairs
tables?
parking lot
*they can color ON the table- eureka!
*Chloe approved
parking lot
high chairs
tables?
high chairs
changing tables in women's restroom
kid menu available
parking lot and street parking (it's easy!)
*keep as date night if baby isn't ready. We took Chloe when she was 1 year old and she was good.
LANCASTER
parking lot
*very family friendly
high chairs
tables?
kids menu
coloring books
*one follower said kids get a prize from the 'treasure chest' at the end of their meal and also have 25cent horse rides! (we assume mechanical lol)
coffee/brunch/lunch
LARKINVILLE
Bratt’s Hill
D.A. Taste
Swan Street Diner
Hydraulic Hearth
Meet & Eat Charcuterie
LEWISTON
*very family friendly- strollers are a safe bet in nicer weather, too.
Water Street Landing *CLOSED
high chairs
changing table in women's and family restroom (plans to add more at their locations)
kids menu
high chairs
no changing tables (possibly some in the future)
kid's menu available
*they offer make-your-own pizza parties for kiddos!
LOCKPORT
high chairs
tables
parking lot
changing tables in all bathrooms!
parking lot
highchairs
high chairs
changing table in women's restroom
kids menu available
high chairs
no changing tables (plans to add some!)
kids menu
Stooges let us know:'We offer family games to play while you wait for your food. Big promoters of putting electronics aside and being present with your party. We offer a space for changing babies by our employee bathroom lounge area. Also I may have been known to “kidnap” babies while the parents eat if the little ones are fussy. We walk around. Go say hi to the chef, I even change diapers! I’ve become great friends with a family, he had his 1st bday pictures taken at the restaurant and now my daughter babysits for him. We are big into family friendly and getting to know our customers and making them feel like they’re sitting at our dinner table.'
high chairs
no changing tables (but plans to add!)
kids menu
Shamus let us know: they have coloring books and materials and they love babies and kids!
MEDINA
high chairs
tables?
parking lot
*Chloe approved
high chairs
changing table in family restroom and may add more
kids menu
street parking
Zambistro let us know:'Our kid’s menu offers a wide variety from Mac & Cheese to Salmon. We are happy to provide a space that fine dining but comfortable and casual enough for our guests to bring their children!'
*Chloe had some pretty gourmet chicken fingers here
high chairs
no changing tables
kids menu available!
NEWFANE / OLCOTT
NIAGARA FALLS
high chairs
changing tables in ALL restrooms
kids menu: 'Our kids meals are very inexpensive and healthy!'
*Chloe approved
*temporarily closed
The Griffon Gastropub (Niagara Falls)
high chairs
changing table in women's and family restroom (plans to add more at their locations)
kids menu
NORTH TONAWANDA
high chairs
no changing tables
no kid's menu
OLD FIRST WARD
no high chairs
no changing tables
no kids menu
Resurgence Brewing- Chicago St.
high chairs
no changing tables (plans to add some!)
kids menu
Undergrounds love little visitors and has a coloring page on the back of the kids menu!
ORCHARD PARK
small lot and street parking (it's easy!)
*we suggest keeping a date night
small lot parking behind it (check signs)
small lot and street parking
high chairs
do they have changing table?
parking lot
kids menu
high chairstables?parking lot
*walk up to order and sit outside
high chairs
*Chloe approved
high chairs
no changing tables
no kids menu but we bet they'll love a ton of things there!
high chairs
changing table in women's restroom
kid's menu
*Magician on Mondays where kids eat free!
high chairs
changing table in women's restroom
kid's menu
*Family Magician Night on Mondays...they love the kids!
*Chloe is a big fan of their weekend omelets
high chairs
tables?
parking lot
*Chloe heads for the pancakes, waffles, toast...she's a total carb girl
Great space inside and out for kids
Parking lot, loud inside
Semi-stroller friendly
Riggs Kids approved!
The Poked Yolk, Orchard Park
TONAWANDA
high chairs
parking lot
*Chloe approved
WEST SENECA
parking lot
high chairs
parking lot
*Chloe approved
high chairs
tables?
parking lot
high chairs
tables?
parking lot
high chairs
tables?
Mooney's Sports Bar & Grill WS location CLOSED
West Seneca location
high chairs
changing table in women's restroom (with a plan to add more!)
'We are working on getting a changing table in the men’s room as well BUT we in return have MANY private comfortable places for a man, woman, family etc to change their baby comfortably.')
kids menu available
*Mooney's let us know: 'Our kids meals are $6.99 across the board & could feed you too probably!😉 We offer numerous options & honestly all of our portions are HUGE & sharing friendly. Could feed an entire family of 4 with one WHOLE SPECIAL MAC AND CHEESE ENTREE!'
WEST SIDE
Resurgence CLOSED
parking lot and street parking
high chairs
tables?
*menu is seasonal and ever-changing and it’s really great for brunch with kids; keep dinner more for a date night. Chloe digs the brunch.
high chairs
tables?
parking lot
*Chloe approved
WILSON
The Wilson House CLOSED
WILLIAMSVILLE
high chairs
changing table in women's restroom (plans to add more)
kids menu
The Eagle House let us know: ‘We’re family owned so family oriented and love kiddos being around , we would rather where major allergies are a concern that a parent bring in appropriate safe food that we’re happy to allow/warm up.'
high chairs
changing table in women's restroom
kid's menu available!
Rachel's on Sheridan Dr. let us know that they will be having a kids day which will include a clown, Sabre Tooth, and free meals!
high chairs
no changing tables
*no kid's menu but accommodating! good for earlier dinners
high chairs
no changing tables
kids menu
parking lot
*Riggs Kids approved
small parking lot and street parking
*small space but do-able
Lime House Restaurant CLOSED
high chairs
changing table in family restroom
parking lot
*Chloe loves eating from the poke bowls!
Tofu, rice, edamame...she tries it all!
*They have some special kids items like organic Mac and cheese, nut-free PB&J...
high chairs
changing table in family restroom
(Chloe has had her butt changed here! She likes the wall art)
no kid menu but super accommodating.
Lloyd said: 'Although we don’t have a kids menu, we customize anything on our menu for the customer. lloyd is no stranger to cranking out cheese quesadillas or meat & cheese tacos for the children.'
Brennan's CLOSED
high chairs
changing table in women's restroom (on newer side)
high chairs
kids menu-
'Each month we have a coloring contest for the kids, it is part of the kids menu. We give away free kids personal cheese pizzas to the winners!'
changing tables in ALL restrooms!
other thoughts from Santora's 'We have games and lots of space for kids to play and have fun while dining with us, both inside and outside when the weather is nice!'
high chairs
changing tables in all restrooms
kids menu
Cheesy Chick also said:
'We have a VA discount and kids meals all for 5 dollars. We also do kids events and family events monthly. We love kids! We have kids toys, books, LEGO’s, cards etc for kids. And free wifi for charging cords for homework or other entertainment.'
high chairs and changing table at Orchard Park location
street and lot parking at varying locations
{{CLOSED RESTAURANTS}}
The Black Sheep, Mon Ami, Cantina Loco, Black Iron Bystro, Page’s Grille, Expo, D’Avolio (downtown Buffalo), (716) Food and Sport, Cabaret, Root and Bloom, 100 Acres Kitchen at Hotel Henry, Pastry by Camille, Homegrown Bistro OP, Perk’s, Suzy Q’s BBQ, Acropolis, Allen St. Poutine, Panaro’s, Riverstone Grill, Smoke on the Water, Dos on the Lake, Flaco Taco, Prima Oliva, JuiCy, Cheeburger Cheeburger, The Como, Don Tequila’s, The Globe, Lafayette Brewing Company, Santora’s on Millersport, Mooney’s in West Seneca, Pulp 716 Comics and Coffee, Tappo Pizza on Chandler, Taquito Lindo, Thin Man, The Wilson House, Ike & BG’s, Larkin Filling Station, Towne, Brennan’s, Bagel Jay’s.