Family Friendly Eats

Your go-to for eating in Adelaide with kids. Come discover the best Adelaide child friendly café/restaurants.


The Stunned Mullet Henley

Multi award winning fish & chips by the beach? Yes please. I doubt there is a kid in the world who wouldn’t want to eat fish and chips on the beach for tea, enjoying all of the freedom to run, yell and cartwheel while taking in the sunset over St Vincent Gulf. There is no play room, or kids meal or kids tasting flight in SA that stacks up if you ask my kids. Regardless of the season we don’t believe there is a better way to end...

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Para Hills Community Club

The Para Hills Community Club offers families a place to come together with a relaxing and casual atmosphere which offers great value, fast and friendly service, and has an indoor playroom for the kids. Offering a wide (like huge) selection of affordable of menu items that will leave the whole family satisfied, including chef’s selections, club favourites and the always popular menu items like schnitzels, burgers, and steaks. The kid’s meals...

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Oceanique at Adelaide Sailing Club West Beach

Ahoy! This is hands down the nicest Adelaide beachfront seaside dining we can find. Expect secluded comfortable, casual, sophistication and million dollar ocean views. Oceanique is gorgeous, yet not for one second is it pretentious or un welcoming for families with children. The menus feature a large percentage of local and ethically sourced food, and the kids menu offers a quality twist on classics that kids will enjoy, minus the junk –...

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The Bavarian, Tea Tree Plaza

It’s not often my family can go out for dinner and truly not able to finish another bite, but that is exactly what happened at The Bavarian TTP. We popped in to try out their new $49 Feed the Family Deal (available daily before 6pm) and it was sensational! This wasn’t a bucket of nuggets trash meal either, this was high quality German-inspired fare with a great variety to satisfy even the fussiest of eaters. (great beers too just quietly...

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Uniqorn Eats, Glenelg

The rainbow trend is here to stay and the team at KiA are totally here for it! Sparked by a love of all things sweet and following the success of their first store on Grenfell Street in the CBD, owners Nick and Nakita had no choice but to open a second venue. Their flair for creating unique, picture-worthy treats meant Uniqorn Eats was an immediate hit for Adelaide families, wowing kids and adults alike. While the city spot has since closed...

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The Barker Hotel

Where: 32 Gawler Street, Mount BarkerFollow them on Facebook hereFollow them on Instagram  hereCheck out their website herePhone: (08) 8391 1003 We love a good pub feed and were excited to head up to Mt Barker to try out one of the best pubs in the hills, not only because we had heard great things about the food, but they have an in-house magician! You heard right! Magic and a schnitty. What bliss! Each Wednesday from...

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Kokko – Korean Fried Chicken

We are going to be honest here and preface this with the fact we are huge lovers of fried chicken. Not really a shock, it is some of the best food going around. It is not a small statement then to say that we were absolutely blown away by the fabulously talented Julie Kim and her incredibly delicious authentic Korean fried chicken. Their website says it all, they limit to 100 serves per day to ensure the best handmade fried chicken at all...

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Saints Kitchen, Salisbury

We hit 5 skateparks out north last Sunday and boy were we in need of a good feed.Bypassing the multitude of fast food outlets on Main North Rd we chose Saints Kitchen to slow things down with our excitable couple of kids. Saints Kitchen is a family friendly, cafe and event space in the Chapley’s new centre, Saints Shopping. The significant menu suited both my angel and our demons; and would aptly please your Nanna, and your Dad….. The...

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Shifty Lizard Taphouse

Ditch metro Adelaide and the big craft brewery crowds with their massive schmancy venues and on fleek Gen Y FOH staff, (who probably wouldn’t know a mash conversion from a ferment tank, let alone how to engage with your kids over lunch, lets be honest) for a genuine grass roots type small batch micro brewery, distillery and taphouse. Shifty are serving up some of the tastiest brews and beer nosh getting around. Enter family lunch at...

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Commissary Rose Park

Where: 160 Fullarton Road, Rose ParkFollow them on Facebook hereFollow them on Instagram  herePhone: 0432 921 115 Located in the old Queen Victoria Hospital Building (long since transformed into fabulous apartments) at Rose Park, this is a long time fave of ours thanks to the fantastic service, stunning location and top shelf food. Directly opposite the old Victoria Park racecourse, which is an incredibly popular spot for...

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Macchinetta Coffee House, Henley Beach

Hey there, fellow coffee-loving parents and families on the hunt for a delightful spot to unwind and share some good food with your little ones! We’ve stumbled upon a hidden gem that we’re absolutely thrilled to share with you – Macchinetta Coffee House. Nestled in an unassuming little cluster of shops on Grange Rd at Henley Beach, this place is a true find. If we don’t spill the beans (pun intended), you might never discover...

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Port Noarlunga RSL

For a lot of us, a visit to an RSL is an annual event on Anzac Day, but we found out that they are in fact year round fantastic venues where families are not just welcomed as guests, but are actively encouraged to come visit! We have been fans of the Port Noarlunga-Christies Beach RSL (Returned Services League) forever. A South Australian icon which works tirelessly to provide a great place for the community to catch up and have a drink and a...

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Sevenhill Hotel Clare Valley

There is a lot to love about the Clare Valley and we recently uncovered some genuinely unbelievable places for families, like the multi award winning Sevenhill Hotel. Kids are not just welcome here, they are catered for with great passion, food and activities. When you get young energetic publicans like Paul Longbottom and Kate Shadiac, who have kids of their own, you often strike gold. like you will right here. Steeped in history, Sevenhill...

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Barristers Block – a family friendly winery

Barristers Block is officially my favourite winery to go with kids. I’ve been to a number of recommended wineries from the Barossa to McLaren Vale and this has gone straight to the top of the list! Situated in Woodside in the Adelaide Hills, I recently took my English relatives to Barristers Block for lunch during a day in the hills and it didn’t miss a beat. Barristers Block is a lovely winery on the main street in Woodside, just...

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Cudlee Creek Cafe

In the beautiful Adelaide Hills, just down the road from Gorge Wildlife Park, the Cudlee Cafe is a gorgeous spot for lunch, coffee, cake and a play in the picturesque grounds. Since the devastating Dec 2019 bushfires, the local area needs your visit more than ever so plan a day in the Hills to support these communities. On the drive up Gorge Road we saw no less than 5 koalas from the car alone, but be sure to take care as lots of cyclists use...

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Pick Your Own Figs and cellar door at Glen Ewin Estate

Not like you need any more of an excuse to head up into our beautiful Adelaide Hills, but we think we have found something you need to put in your calendar for each and every year. Fig picking at the sensational Glen Ewin Estate at Houghton. The seasonal delight is only open for between 4 to 6 weeks each year (dependent on weather), commencing around the start of February (again dependent on the blasted weather). You will need to be quick as...

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Cradock Hotel

As we reached the southern Flinders area just near Hawker, we stopped in for lunch at the Cradock Hotel. As a parent who has eaten at hundreds of pubs and restaurants with kids, I will comfortably say this was the best I have ever been too. The nature style playground was amazing, let alone a playground at a pub! Dickie, who has owned the pub for about 3 years, built a lot of it himself and with materials sourced locally from his own property....

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Riverside Salvos Gawler

The Salvo’s play cafe in Gawler is a colourful, friendly and fun space that would suit 1-5 year olds. It’s still currently a work in progress as they have grand plans to create a large outdoor space for families including outdoor play equipment, a gardening patch and more. But for now the current play space boasts a clean environment, a fantastic view of the river through the large windows, a very affordable cafe menu, really...

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Harvest Kitchen – Barossa

Harvest Kitchen can be found at the top of Magnolia Rd, just outside the township of Tanunda, and partners with Calabria Family Wines Barossa who’s tasting room sits under the same roof. (You may know it as Artisans of Barossa). We had high expectations after hearing so much about this place – including rave reviews on the food AND that it was extremely family friendly. Fair to say our expectations of both were blown out of the...

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Lobethal Bakery

Welcome to Lobethal Bakery!! Situated in the gorgeous small town of Lobethal (with stores also in Woodside, Balhannah, Stirling and Mt Barker) – not too far from your back door! A perfect spot for an affordable family lunch, or a great reason to take a drive in the Adelaide Hills. A popular lunch spot! It may seem even closer when the trip is made for one of their FAMOUS giant donuts, almost as large as your child’s head and available in...

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Village Tavern, Golden Grove

The Village Hotel is newly renovated and offers great outdoor and indoor areas for you to meet with family and friends. Enjoy a meal in the spacious bistro overlooking the indoor playground or al fresco dining options in the beer garden. FIND THE VILLAGE at Cnr The Grove & Golden Ways Golden GrovePhone: 08 8289 2622Website: ...

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Whistler Wines, Barossa Valley

Looking for the perfect Barossa Valley blend of wine tasting and family fun? Nestled amidst rolling hills and lush vineyards, Whistler Wines is a hidden gem that provides both of those to family friendly perfection. Picnic spots don’t get much better than this and it’s all available for you to order onsite. Build your own perfect platter, tailored precisely to your families taste buds. Take a look at the platter menu and choose from...

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Swell Brewing Co, McLaren Vale

Sometimes wineries are not for every one, and with a quality craft offering like Swell Brewing Co in the region, why wouldn’t you mix it up a bit? I’d like to say it kept my husband happy, and it did, but actually I’d call myself a bit of a beer diva, so it ticked my boxes too. Hang on…..but a brewery and kids? Fear not…….this place is perfect. So many options for a tasting paddle First impression arriving at...

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Serafino Wines

I cannot believe we haven’t been to Serafino for lunch before, but now we have been once we will definitely be back! Serafino is a wonderful place for a celebratory lunch – the day we visited there were a couple of big birthdays and I can see why it’s the restaurant of choice for such occasions. They have married fine-dining, with brilliant wines, and the kind of grounds that every child dreams of. Oh and did I mention they...

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Lloyd Brothers Wine & Olive Company McLaren Vale

The front sign says it all WELCOME and that is exactly how this winery makes families feel when you walk through the door. A fab spot for a lazy afternoon. What we love about this winery is the simplicity. The little things are often the things we want and remember the most. Lloyd Brothers loves families and this was evident when we visited. They have a gorgeous little kids corner located inside. Whilst small it has a little table and chairs,...

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Old Oval Estate/ Fork in the Road Wines, McLaren Vale

This winery goes by two names. The wines are called Fork in the Road wines and the venue as such is called Old Oval Estate and it’s the sweetest family run winery. Old Oval Estate has a lovely home away from home feel and before my visit I had someone tell me it’s their favourite place to take the kids and I can see why. The location and space lend itself to being a great place to head for a platter and catch up with friends and/or family. So...

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Lunchboxes for Kids

When it comes to packing lunchboxes for kids, there’s a lot of pressure to ensure the food is ‘nude’, raw, organic and homemade. If you’re like a lot of parents, this can be tricky. Things like work, other children, illness or even access to these kinds of foods can all play a role in what types of food your children receive in their lunchboxes each day. Rather than stressing about all the different rules, maybe...

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Exeter Hotel – Semaphore

We recently visited The Exeter Hotel at Semaphore while on a mini break at Discovery Parks – Adelaide Beachfront. Another guest at the park had recommended it to me as a great place to take kids for a meal and they were right, it was! We took advantage of their Kids Eat Free promotion where if you visit between Sunday – Thursday and purchase one adult main meal (lunch or dinner) to receive one kids meal for free and as you can see...

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Peter Rabbit Cafe Hindley Street Adelaide

Heading to the city and fancy a coffee (with or without the kids)? With their built in star bunny attractions, check out Peter Rabbit, a cool cafe on the corner of Hindley & Liverpool St, West end of Adelaide CBD. Open: Mon-Thurs: 07:30 – 15:30 – Fri: 07:30 – 22:00. What we Love: The great, open air front courtyard that includes real grass, fruit trees, a fountain & pond, games/blankets box and more – it is a...

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Something for everyone at Rezz

Steeped in history and located at the front foot of the Adelaide Hills wine region, Rezz in Newton offers an authentic Mediterranean menu created using fresh produce, a vibrant family-friendly atmosphere and two secure kids’ play areas. For the casual diner there is the vibrant Rezz Cafe with its modern Mediterranean menu, including wood fired pizzas made the traditional way, two secure children’s play areas, weekend breakfast and...

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