The Bay Area serves up an eclectic mix of food from American, Asian, Italian, to Mexican. Experience the delicious seafood at Fisherman’s Wharf, or head on down to little Italy for a pizza, San Francisco offers everything your mouth desires. All of the restaurants mentioned here have children’s menus and their staff is accustomed to seeing new faces. The following restaurants offer family-friendly staff, choices, cozy atmospheres, and moderate prices.
Johnny Rockets
2201 Chestnut St
415- 931-6258
Voted the “Best Family Restaurant” in San Francisco, this American hang-out offers a fun, friendly atmosphere that everyone can enjoy. The restaurant is decorated in retro style with authentic tabletop jukeboxes, where for a nickel you can hear your favorite tunes.
Yum Yum Fish
2181 Irving (Sunset District)
415-566-6433
A combination fish market and sushi place, Yum Yum offers a cheap menu which leaves room to experiment with different combos. It’s also a block away from Golden Gate Park so you can grab your food to go! The kids will love to see the live fish tanks and look at the catch of the day.
Noe Valley Pizza
3898 24th Street
415-647-1664
This low-key pizza joint offers a quiet low-key atmosphere that is generally filled with other families, and offers affordable great tasting Italian food!
MacArthur Park
607 Front St.
415-398-5700
Ready for some tasty Barbecue, then come on down to MacArthur Park! The portions of smoky baby back ribs, and mesquite grilled fish and chicken will make your mouth water! Also the portions are big enough that you can share with the kids. Crayons are also provided in this cozy atmosphere to keep kids entertained!
Mel’s Diner
3355 Geary Blvd.
415-387-2255
“American Graffiti” was shot in this original diner back in 1973, and not a thing has changed since!! Table jukeboxes, photos, décor all brings you back to the 50’s providing families with a fun easy going atmosphere. Children’s meals are even served in cardboard 57 Chevy’s! So come on down to Mel’s where breakfast is served all day and there’s always a blue light special!
Polk Street Station Diner
1356 Polk Street
415-776-8899
This cozy family run diner provides a great atmosphere for all ages, along with some simple, great tasting food. Breakfast and pie are also served up all night and all day long!
Toy Boat Dessert Café
Clement Street
415-751-7505
Colorful, offbeat, and great desserts! Toy Boat serves up the perfect atmosphere for families along with a great dish of ice cream. Wall-lined toys and ice cream cases makes you want to keep on coming back.
Massawa
1538 Haight St.
415-621-4129
Want to pique your child’s interest in culture? Try something new and exciting at Massawa, an African restaurant in Hayes valley. All dishes are served on Injera, a spongy bread that will fill up any tummy!
Sunflower Restaurant
506 Valencia
415-626-5023
This Vietnamese restaurant offers great ambience, with a staff that will make sure families feel welcome. Their menu offers plenty of noodle dishes that will make even the pickiest eater happy!
Nan King Road Bistro
1360 Ninth Ave
415-753-2900
This neighborhood bistro offers an eclectic mix of pan-Asian food that’s not only affordable but accommodates both big and small appetites. The interior also offers big comfy booths and spaces that make it comfortable for children of all ages.
Pancho’s
3440 Geary Blvd
415-387-8226
Colorful interior, soft music, and great ambience. Rated “Best Mexican Restaurant” by GoCityKids.com, Panchos offers some of the freshest Mexican food in the bay area. Everything is simple and fresh and with enough quantities to share.
