Next time you’re craving fine dining, choose from one of Kingston’s kid-friendly restaurants and discover a culinary experience the whole family can enjoy. From authentic gelato to impressive antipasti boards, you’re sure to find something new to satisfy your little one’s taste buds.
93 Princess Street
Hours: Daily (11:30 am-9 pm)
The next time the kids are craving a delicious cheeseburger, take them to this joint in downtown Kingston. Featuring fresh, handcrafted Enright Cattle Co. beef, Harper’s is a must-try for young burger lovers visiting or living in Kingston.
178 Ontario Street
Hours: Sun.–Thur. (noon–10 pm), Fri.–Sat. (noon–10:30 pm)
Since 2010, Mio Gelato brings authentic Italian gelato to Kingston, and you’d be hard pressed to find a kid who doesn’t go wild for their impressive assortment of sorbettos, gelatos, and frozen yogurt. Mio offers kid-friendly favourites like bubblegum, cookie dough, and peanut butter and jam.
34 Clarence Street
Hours: Sun.–Thur. (11:30 am–midnight), Fri.–Sat. (11:30 am–1 am)
Children are definitely welcome during the daytime and evening at Ontario’s oldest brewing pub. The Brew Pub’s kids’ menu features crowd-pleasers like cheese pizza, mac and cheese – and of course – grilled cheese. Don’t forget to complement your little one’s meal with some of their legendary fries.
91 Princess Street & 1093 Midland Avenue
Hours:
91 Princess Street: Sun.–Thur. (11 am–9 pm), Fri.–Sat. (11 am–10 pm)
1093 Midland Avenue: Daily (11 am–9 pm)
The fastest way to any child’s heart is likely through pizza, so treat them to some of the city’s best stone-fired pies topped with fresh ingredients. Try one of Score’s signature pizzas like BBQ chicken, or get adventurous and build your own — there’s no way you can go wrong.
1530 Bath Road
Hours: Wed.–Sun. (8 am–3 pm)
At Toast and Jam, the kids will appreciate how great everything tastes, while you’ll appreciate the high-quality ingredients and how everything is made from scratch. The kids’ menu here features some of the healthiest (but still super delicious) options available in Kingston and is a local favourite.
71 Brock Street
Hours: Sun.–Thur. (11:30 am–9 pm), Fri.–Sat. (11:30 am–10 pm)
Atomica offers a kid’s menu with pasta, pizza, and chicken fingers. The kid’s menu also includes a fountain drink, juice, or milk, and a scoop of Mio Gelato’s ice cream for dessert. Atomica accommodates gluten-free, nut allergies, and vegan diners as well.
20 Market Street
Hours: Sun.–Thur. (11 am–10 pm), Fri.–Sat. (11 am–11 pm)
Are you out and enjoying the downtown scene with your family? Beavertails is the perfect spot to treat the kids. Go into their location across from Springer Market Sqaure and grab a Beavertail topped with Oreos or cinnamon sugar.
195 Ontario Street
Hours: Daily (11:30 am–9 pm)
Put away those frozen fish sticks! Dianne’s has you covered, offering fish and chips as well as kid-friendly favourites like cheeseburgers, butter pasta, and chicken fingers. There’s plenty of options for the parents at this restaurant serving East Coast and Mexican fare, like lobster rolls and tacos.
