Great dining spots abound in San Antonio, but things can get complicated when you have kids in tow. Fortunately, many Alamo City eateries and drinkeries take the whole family into account, providing appetizing meal options for the little ones as well as opportunities to play.
These 20 bars and restaurants offer fun for the whole family, and some are even pet-friendly, as well.
20 kid-friendly bars and restaurants in San Antonio
By San Antonio Current Staff on Fri, Apr 12, 2024 at 3:08 pm
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Sanford Nowlin
Cheesy Jane's
4200 Broadway, (210) 826-0800, cheesyjanes.com
Cheesy Jane’s serves up grilled burgers from its brightly-hued flagship location at Broadway and Hildebrand. The family-friendly spot also has a coloring kids menu.
4200 Broadway, (210) 826-0800, cheesyjanes.com
Cheesy Jane’s serves up grilled burgers from its brightly-hued flagship location at Broadway and Hildebrand. The family-friendly spot also has a coloring kids menu.
Nina Rangel
The Cove
606 W. Cypress St., (210) 227-2683, thecove.us
Repeatedly named Best Family-Friendly Restaurant in the Current's Best of San Antonio poll, the Cove pairs its food with fun with a large play area that’s also available to rent for kids' parties.
606 W. Cypress St., (210) 227-2683, thecove.us
Repeatedly named Best Family-Friendly Restaurant in the Current's Best of San Antonio poll, the Cove pairs its food with fun with a large play area that’s also available to rent for kids' parties.
Courtesy Photo / Chicken N Pickle
Chicken N Pickle
5215 UTSA Blvd., (210) 874-2120, chickennpickle.com/san-antonio
Chicken N Pickle is the perfect place to eat and play. The massive four-acre complex is kid- and pet-friendly, with a fast casual dining restaurant, four outdoor Pickleball courts, two bocce ball and four shuffleboard courts.
5215 UTSA Blvd., (210) 874-2120, chickennpickle.com/san-antonio
Chicken N Pickle is the perfect place to eat and play. The massive four-acre complex is kid- and pet-friendly, with a fast casual dining restaurant, four outdoor Pickleball courts, two bocce ball and four shuffleboard courts.
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Box Street All Day
Multiple Locations, theboxstreetsocial.com
While both locations of this brunch-focused eatery offer coloring kids menus, the Hemisfair spot is within walking distance of one of San Antonio’s best playgrounds, Yanaguana Garden.
Multiple Locations, theboxstreetsocial.com
While both locations of this brunch-focused eatery offer coloring kids menus, the Hemisfair spot is within walking distance of one of San Antonio’s best playgrounds, Yanaguana Garden.
Photo via Instagram / burlesonyardbeergarden
Burleson Yard Beer Garden
430 Austin St., (210) 354-3001, facebook.com/BurlesonYard
Burleson Yard Beer Garden has made a splash with its huge array of activities such as a large play area for kids, table tennis, hammocks, giant flat-screens and live music.
430 Austin St., (210) 354-3001, facebook.com/BurlesonYard
Burleson Yard Beer Garden has made a splash with its huge array of activities such as a large play area for kids, table tennis, hammocks, giant flat-screens and live music.
Photo via Instagram / dyamezgram
Blanco BBQ
13259 Blanco Road, (210) 251-2602, blancobbq.com
Blanco BBQ is a barbecue-focused Tex-Mex fusion joint that has just about anything you could want. The restaurant’s outdoor space features a playground that it proclaims is “is state-of-the art and kid approved!”
13259 Blanco Road, (210) 251-2602, blancobbq.com
Blanco BBQ is a barbecue-focused Tex-Mex fusion joint that has just about anything you could want. The restaurant’s outdoor space features a playground that it proclaims is “is state-of-the art and kid approved!”
Photo via Instagram / benjiandtasha
Texas Dog Co. & Beer Garden
4302 Hyatt Place Drive, texasdog.co
This dog-friendly spot features a full bar and food truck park, sand volleyball courts, kid-focused playground and gated dog runs.
4302 Hyatt Place Drive, texasdog.co
This dog-friendly spot features a full bar and food truck park, sand volleyball courts, kid-focused playground and gated dog runs.
Photo via Facebook / Brooster’s Backyard Icehouse
Brooster’s Backyard
815 Pleasanton Road, (210) 253-9104, facebook.com/BroostersBackyard
This kid- and pet-friendly Southside venue offers live music, DJs, chancla-throwing contests and Lotería nights on its spacious patio.
815 Pleasanton Road, (210) 253-9104, facebook.com/BroostersBackyard
This kid- and pet-friendly Southside venue offers live music, DJs, chancla-throwing contests and Lotería nights on its spacious patio.
Sanford Nowlin
The Friendly Spot Ice House
943 S. Alamo St., (210) 224-2337, thefriendlyspot.com
Southtown’s Friendly Spot Ice House lives up to its name for adults and kids alike. The spot’s menu features kid-friendly eats that can be enjoyed in its spacious outdoor seating area.
943 S. Alamo St., (210) 224-2337, thefriendlyspot.com
Southtown’s Friendly Spot Ice House lives up to its name for adults and kids alike. The spot’s menu features kid-friendly eats that can be enjoyed in its spacious outdoor seating area.
Nina Rangel
Cherrity Bar
302 Montana St., (210) 598-0496, cherritybar.com
Seated comfortably at the corner of Cherry and Montana streets on the East Side, Cherrity Bar covers nearly an entire city block. The spot boasts “a relaxed, friendly atmosphere where all are welcome,” and also hosts family-friendly karaoke on Thursdays.
302 Montana St., (210) 598-0496, cherritybar.com
Seated comfortably at the corner of Cherry and Montana streets on the East Side, Cherrity Bar covers nearly an entire city block. The spot boasts “a relaxed, friendly atmosphere where all are welcome,” and also hosts family-friendly karaoke on Thursdays.
Photo via Instagram / twobrosbbqmarket
Two Bros BBQ Market
12656 West Ave., (210) 496-0222, twobrosbbqmarket.com
The cooking may be done in the pits, but the flavor is anything but. In addition to the spot’s award-winning brisket, Two Bros has a playground where kids can work off some energy.
12656 West Ave., (210) 496-0222, twobrosbbqmarket.com
The cooking may be done in the pits, but the flavor is anything but. In addition to the spot’s award-winning brisket, Two Bros has a playground where kids can work off some energy.
Michael Karlis
Biff Buzby’s Burgers
Multiple Locations, biffbuzbys.com
Biff Buzby’s new Nacogdoches location — which formerly housed Windmill Ice House — features plenty of patio seating, as well as a kids’ playground.
Multiple Locations, biffbuzbys.com
Biff Buzby’s new Nacogdoches location — which formerly housed Windmill Ice House — features plenty of patio seating, as well as a kids’ playground.
Jace Gertz
Elsewhere Garden Bar & Kitchen
103 E. Jones Ave., (210) 201-5595, elsewheretexas.com
Elsewhere Garden Bar & Kitchen’s expansive patio space is both kid- and pet-friendly. The spot also offers a kids menu.
103 E. Jones Ave., (210) 201-5595, elsewheretexas.com
Elsewhere Garden Bar & Kitchen’s expansive patio space is both kid- and pet-friendly. The spot also offers a kids menu.
Courtesy Photo / Backyard on Broadway
Backyard on Broadway
2411 Broadway, (210) 634-1405, backyardonbroadway.com
Backyard on Broadway recently debuted new renovations with updates including outdoor shades and fans installed in the spot’s backyard space. What the little ones will care most about, however, is the spot’s playground area.
2411 Broadway, (210) 634-1405, backyardonbroadway.com
Backyard on Broadway recently debuted new renovations with updates including outdoor shades and fans installed in the spot’s backyard space. What the little ones will care most about, however, is the spot’s playground area.
Photo via Google Maps
Big'z Burger Joint
Multiple Locations, bigz-burgerjoint.com
Big’z Burger Joint has three locations across SA. The family-friendly burger spot features large outdoor play areas.
Multiple Locations, bigz-burgerjoint.com
Big’z Burger Joint has three locations across SA. The family-friendly burger spot features large outdoor play areas.
Courtesy Photo / The Good Kind
The Good Kind Southtown
1127 S. St. Mary's St., (210) 801-5892, eatgoodkind.com
The Good Kind’s picturesque garden is open for all to peruse while the sun beams down. The restaurant also offers kid-friendly options on its menu.
1127 S. St. Mary's St., (210) 801-5892, eatgoodkind.com
The Good Kind’s picturesque garden is open for all to peruse while the sun beams down. The restaurant also offers kid-friendly options on its menu.
Photo via Instagram / thedustinwray
Alamo Beer Co.
202 Lamar St., (210) 872-5589, alamobeer.com
Alamo Beer Co. is always a good idea when you’re looking for somewhere to take the family to post up and grab a breath of fresh air. Located next to the historic Hays Street Bridge, the kid- and pet-friendly downtown brewery offers plenty of outdoor space to enjoy refreshing eats and drinks.
202 Lamar St., (210) 872-5589, alamobeer.com
Alamo Beer Co. is always a good idea when you’re looking for somewhere to take the family to post up and grab a breath of fresh air. Located next to the historic Hays Street Bridge, the kid- and pet-friendly downtown brewery offers plenty of outdoor space to enjoy refreshing eats and drinks.
Photo via Google Maps
El Chaparral
Multiple Locations, elchaparral.com
El Chaparral’s three locations feature various kid-friendly amenities, including a playground and a game room.
Multiple Locations, elchaparral.com
El Chaparral’s three locations feature various kid-friendly amenities, including a playground and a game room.
Photo via Google Maps
Willie’s Grill & Ice House
Multiple Locations, williesgrillandicehouse.com
Texas-based chain Willie’s Grill & Ice House promises a family-friendly atmosphere and “fun for the kids.”
Multiple Locations, williesgrillandicehouse.com
Texas-based chain Willie’s Grill & Ice House promises a family-friendly atmosphere and “fun for the kids.”
Photo via Google Maps
Rancho 181
13514 US-181 N., (210) 540-4839, facebook.com/Rancho181
Food truck park Rancho 181 opened on the South Side in 2022. The spot offers live music, yard games, and separate play areas for kids and canines.
13514 US-181 N., (210) 540-4839, facebook.com/Rancho181
Food truck park Rancho 181 opened on the South Side in 2022. The spot offers live music, yard games, and separate play areas for kids and canines.
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