Best Kid-Friendly Restaurants & Cafes
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Cadillac Cafe
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Bittersweet Bistro
Nook with American fare & a garden patio. Cozy bistro offering Mediterranean-inspired American cuisine, a dog-friendly patio & a bar with TVs.
The Hideout Soquel Restaurant
Charming eatery for Californian fare. Californian cuisine & cocktails served in a cozy 1930s cottage with heated outdoor seating.
Zelda's on the beach
American food & live music calendar. Indoor & outdoor dining with a beachfront deck where American dishes including seafood are served.
Trestles Restaurant
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Avenue Cafe
Snug, relaxed spot for American eats. Unfussy neighborhood nook with a stone fireplace offering American cafe fare, plus wine & beer.
The Cook House
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Sunrise Cafe
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Pretty Good Advice
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Harbor Café
Quaint shack for diner-style eats. The nautical theme & relaxing outdoor patio continue the laid-back vibe at this American diner.
Crow's Nest Restaurant
Casual beachside eatery since 1969. Seaside restaurant with exposed beams & views serves an extensive menu of casual American fare.
Linda’s Seabreeze Café
Casual American eatery open 'til 2pm. Quick-order kitchen cooks up omelets & burgers to order in a relaxed atmosphere.
Lillian's Italian Kitchen
Small, family-friendly eatery. Cozy venue offers traditional Sicilian recipes along with regional wines in a warm dining room.
Steamer Lane Supply
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Zachary's Restaurant
Basic setting for classic American fare. Diner-style American cuisine served in a casual family-friendly atmosphere.
Mariposa Coffee Bar
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Santa Cruz Diner
American food & breakfast all-day. Kid-friendly spot for breakfast all-day, classic American eats & international options such as pho.
Pretty Good Advice
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The Walnut Avenue Cafe
Casual breakfast & lunch in a chill spot. Low-key cafe offers light American fare for breakfast & lunch including scrambles & sandwiches.
Café Mia Brew Bar & Bistro
Relaxed spot for drip coffee & panini. Family & dog-friendly cafe offers fresh drip coffee, pastries & panini along with free WiFi.
Cafe Brasil
Festive breakfast, lunch & smoothie spot. The breakfast menu & juice bar star at this colorful Brazilian cottage with outdoor patio seating.
Heavenly Roadside Café
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The Grove Cafe and Bakery
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Rockys Cafe
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The Butter House
Friendly daytime cafe for American eats. A cheery, family-owned destination that offers hearty breakfast dishes & homespun comfort food.
Rocky's Cafe
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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.
Red House Cafe
Old-school choice for New American fare. Cozy eatery offers seasonal American cuisine with a European influence alongside pastries & tea.
Winston’s - A Brunch Place
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First Awakenings
Casual restaurant known for breakfast. Hearty breakfast & other classic fare served in a relaxed venue with outdoor seating.
Wave Street Cafe
Cozy daytime cafe near Monterey Bay. New American breakfast & lunch fare in a charming, European-style bistro with an outdoor patio.
The Breakfast Club
Casual greasy spoon. Greasy spoon offering a relaxed atmosphere & plenty of American fare for breakfast, lunch & dinner.
The Creperie Cafe
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Sunrise Cafe
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Rosine's Restaurant
Family-run eatery for American eats. Extensive menu of basic American cuisine plus desserts like carrot cake german chocolate.
Taste Cafe & Bistro
European cuisine & wine in a homey space. Inviting chef-owned establishment offering a European-inspired menu, full bar & wine list.
Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar
Casual spot for global comfort eats. Relaxed, lodge-chic chain serving global comfort fare, including stir-fries, pot roast & pastas.
The Tree House Cafe
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Los Gatos Cafe
Hearty breakfast & lunch classics. Specializing in classic breakfast & lunch offerings, including omelets, scrambles & baked goods.
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.
Campo di Bocce of Los Gatos
Italian dining & bocce courts. Traditional Italian fare served in a cavernous space with indoor & outdoor bocce courts.
Los Gatos Cafe Uptown
Bustling American spot with big portions. Buzzing cafe that draws crowds for cinnamon rolls, morning faves & a big menu of homey classics.
Lou's Coffee Shop
Casual spot for coffee, eggs & pancakes. Cash-only strip-mall spot with a family-friendly feel serving breakfast eats & drinks.
Jack Holders Restaurant & Bar
All-day breakfast & American classics. Everyday eatery & family-friendly tavern whipping up all-day breakfast & American comfort foods.
Pangaea On Ocean Ave
Unfussy spot for Asian fusion fare. Casual restaurant serving cocktails & Asian fusion eats in a warm dining area that has a patio.
Cafe Luna
Cozy place with eclectic nibbles. This comfy cafe has a diverse menu with salads, ramen & sandwiches, plus outdoor seating.
Mission Bistro
Casual spot with global fare & a patio. International cuisine served in an informal bistro featuring exposed bricks, a wine bar & a patio.
Dametra Cafe
Lively option with a Mediterranean menu. Cozy yet high-energy choice for Mediterranean specialties, pizza & pasta in a rustic space.
Treehouse Café
Rooftop venue for international fare. Cozy rooftop restaurant with shaded outdoor seating, offering global dishes & fine wines.
The Sawmill Restaurant & Ale House
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From Scratch Restaurant
Homey spot for all-day breakfast menu. All-day breakfast menu, plus lunch, in a casual space with a patio in the Barnyard Shopping Village.
SUR at The Barnyard
Stylish Californian bistro with a patio. A playful Californian menu offered in rustic-chic, regionally influenced digs with outdoor seating.
iJava Cafe
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Orchard City Kitchen
New American small plates & a full bar. This chef-owned eatery specializing in New American small plates has a full bar & weekend brunch.
Best Artisan Empanadas
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Café San José
Quick & classic breakfast place. Family-friendly spot serving a big array of breakfast specials & lunch fare like sandwiches & soups.
Cafe Dolce Sicilia
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Crepevine
Informal stop for crêpes & American fare. Informal local chain serving sweet & savory crêpes, plus classic American bites.
The Table
New American plates & rustic style. New American eatery showcasing a local, seasonal menu in rustic-chic digs with an open kitchen.
Bill's Café - Willow
Classic American breakfast & lunch spot. Homemade baked goods & scratch-made soups on a menu of classic American breakfast & lunch fare.
Jack's Restaurant & Bar
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The Breakfast Club at Midtown
Sleek option for breakfast & lunch. Vibrant, contemporary eatery in an airy space dishing up creative American breakfast & lunch fare.
Bill of Fare
Down-home diner known for its breakfasts. Homey daytime joint serves up American comfort grub, including burgers & breakfast specialties.
Hannah Coffee
Cozy cafe with fresh-baked treats. Corner cafe with attentive service, featuring espresso drinks, light meals & house-baked pastries.
Urban Plates
Eatery for sandwiches, plates & salads. Chef-driven restaurant serving scratch-made plates, salads, sandwiches & bowls, dine-in or to-go.
Cheff Che Cafe & Bar
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Coffee & Water Lab
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Kumako Den
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Park Station Hashery
Informal pick for American comfort food. Laid-back, neighborhood eatery dishing out breakfast-thru-dinner American comfort staples.
Voyager Craft Coffee
Urban hangout with pastries & latte art. Hip coffee shop with globally inspired drinks from farm-sourced beans, plus latte art & baked goods.
Bloom
Chic cafe for creative breakfast & lunch. Inventive breakfast & lunch dishes in industrial-chic surrounds, plus beer, wine & cocktails.
Bill's Cafe - Alameda
Classic American breakfast & lunch spot. Homemade baked goods & scratch-made soups on a menu of classic American breakfast & lunch fare.
Jackie's Place
Easygoing nook for Texas BBQ & soul food. Soul food & Texan-style grilled meats served in an informal dining room with a contemporary vibe.
Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar
Casual spot for global comfort eats. Relaxed, lodge-chic chain serving global comfort fare, including stir-fries, pot roast & pastas.
Aqui Cupertino
Mexican fare with Californian twists. This branch of a counter-serve chain offers Californian takes on Mexican faves, plus margaritas.
Sweet Maple
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Holder’s Mission City Grill
Relaxed spot for homestyle cooking. Easygoing establishment offering brunch, pancakes & burgers, plus steaks, pasta & cocktails.
Kenny's Cafe
Standby for burgers, burritos & bibimbap. Simple, cheerful joint serving up hearty burgers, bibimbap, breakfast burritos & rice bowls.
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