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Best Kid-Friendly Restaurants & Cafes

Find the best kid-friendly restaurants & cafes for families in Santa Cruz.

The Hideout Soquel Restaurant

The Hideout Soquel Restaurant

Charming eatery for Californian fare. Californian cuisine & cocktails served in a cozy 1930s cottage with heated outdoor seating.

9051 Soquel Dr, Aptos, CA 95003, United States

Bittersweet Bistro

Bittersweet Bistro

Nook with American fare & a garden patio. Cozy bistro offering Mediterranean-inspired American cuisine, a dog-friendly patio & a bar with TVs.

787 Rio Del Mar Blvd, Aptos, CA 95003, United States

Cadillac Cafe

Cadillac Cafe

Visit this great place for kids and families!

2906 Freedom Blvd, Watsonville, CA 95076

Campo di Bocce of Los Gatos

Campo di Bocce of Los Gatos

Italian dining & bocce courts. Traditional Italian fare served in a cavernous space with indoor & outdoor bocce courts.

565 University Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95032, United States

The Happy Hound of Los Gatos

The Happy Hound of Los Gatos

Old-fashioned hot dog & burger joint. Compact, counter-serve spot popular with locals for an old-fashioned dog, burger or milkshake.

15899 Los Gatos Blvd, Los Gatos, CA 95032, United States

Los Gatos Cafe

Los Gatos Cafe

Hearty breakfast & lunch classics. Specializing in classic breakfast & lunch offerings, including omelets, scrambles & baked goods.

340 N Santa Cruz Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95030, United States

Dad's Luncheonette

Dad's Luncheonette

Casual caboose for Cal-American eats. A low-key cafe in a historic train caboose that serves Cal-American classics with organic elements.

225 Cabrillo Highway South at, Kelly Ave, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

Johnny’s Half Moon Bay

Johnny’s Half Moon Bay

Visit this great place for kids and families!

547 Main St, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

The Grove Cafe and Bakery

The Grove Cafe and Bakery

Visit this great place for kids and families!

6249 CA-9, Felton, CA 95018, United States

Red House Cafe

Red House Cafe

Old-school choice for New American fare. Cozy eatery offers seasonal American cuisine with a European influence alongside pastries & tea.

662 Lighthouse Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950, United States

Lucy's On Lighthouse

Lucy's On Lighthouse

Surfer-themed snack shack with a patio. Hot dogs & beer dished up a cool hangout with surfer & skateboarding decor, plus outdoor seats.

1120 Lighthouse Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950, United States

First Awakenings

First Awakenings

Casual restaurant known for breakfast. Hearty breakfast & other classic fare served in a relaxed venue with outdoor seating.

300 David Ave, Monterey, CA 93940, United States

Winston’s - A Brunch Place

Winston’s - A Brunch Place

Visit this great place for kids and families!

602 Lighthouse Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950, United States

Taste Cafe & Bistro

Taste Cafe & Bistro

European cuisine & wine in a homey space. Inviting chef-owned establishment offering a European-inspired menu, full bar & wine list.

1199 Forest Ave #5, Pacific Grove, CA 93950, United States

Zelda's on the beach

Zelda's on the beach

American food & live music calendar. Indoor & outdoor dining with a beachfront deck where American dishes including seafood are served.

203 Esplanade, Capitola, CA 95010, United States

Tootsie's At The Stanford Barn

Tootsie's At The Stanford Barn

Italian eats & treats in a quaint cafe. Charming brick building with outdoor seats serving Italian pastries, breakfast, panini & espresso.

700 Welch Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94305

Sunrise Cafe

Sunrise Cafe

Visit this great place for kids and families!

4718 Soquel Dr, Soquel, CA 95073

Trestles Restaurant

Trestles Restaurant

Visit this great place for kids and families!

316 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA 95010

Angelicas

Angelicas

American dining in a loungelike venue. American eats served in a lively space with a full bar, a patio & multiple stages for entertainment.

863 Main St, Redwood City, CA 94063

Avenue Cafe

Avenue Cafe

Snug, relaxed spot for American eats. Unfussy neighborhood nook with a stone fireplace offering American cafe fare, plus wine & beer.

427 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA 95010, United States

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