Best Kid-Friendly Restaurants & Cafes
Explore the best best kid-friendly restaurants & cafes options for kids and families in Portland
Cheese Louise Portland
Casual spot for grilled cheese. Easygoing restaurant specializing in grilled cheese sandwiches, plus vegan & gluten-free options.
363 Fore St, Portland, ME 04101, United States
Mami
Funky spot for Japanese street food. Food truck turned brick-&-mortar serving Japanese-style street food in a lively, comfortable space.
339 Fore St, Portland, ME 04101, United States
The Thirsty Pig
Hip joint for housemade sausages & brews. Cool outpost providing housemade sausages & casual eats, plus craft brews & patio seating.
37 Exchange St, Portland, ME 04101, United States
Gilberts Chowder House
Humble but hopping chowder joint. Well-known chowder house has a dinerlike interior & a patio overlooking Custom House Wharf.
92 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101, United States
Novare Res Bier Cafe
Taproom & garden with massive beer list. Taproom & beer garden hidden off the street with a rotating, international list of drafts & bottles.
4 Canal Plaza #1, Portland, ME 04101, United States
DiMillo's On the Water
Landmark floating seafood restaurant. Popular marina mainstay in a huge former car ferry offers seafood, nautical decor & harbor views.
25 Long Wharf, Portland, ME 04101, United States
The Friendly Toast
Funky all-day breakfast eatery. Trendy hangout serving all-day breakfasts in quirky surroundings, with vegan options.
211 Fore St, Portland, ME 04101, United States
The Highroller Lobster Co.
Maine crab & lobster on brioche rolls. Lobster rolls & other seafood in a neighborhood diner that sources local brioche rolls.
104 Exchange St, Portland, ME 04101, United States
Duckfat
Panini, Belgian fries & milkshakes. Small European-leaning sandwich shop & cafe known for its duck-fat Belgian fries & milkshakes.
43 Middle St, Portland, ME 04101, United States
Bom Dia Cafe
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47 India St, Portland, ME 04101, United States
Becky's Diner
Laid-back diner serving classic dishes. Fishermen & others often pack this waterfront, no-nonsense diner serving American eats.
390 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101, United States
Navis Cafe
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56 Thames St, Portland, ME 04101, United States
Nom Cafe
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23 Forest Ave, Portland, ME 04101, United States
Terlingua
Cozy, creative BBQ & Southwestern eatery. Inventive takes on BBQ & Southwestern dishes are served in a homey space decorated with pale wood.
40 Washington Ave, Portland, ME 04101, United States
Bayside American Cafe
Celebrated gourmet brunch spot. Eggs Benedict & mimosas star on the daily brunch menu at this longtime local meeting spot.
98 Portland St, Portland, ME 04101, United States
Smalls
Cheerful cafe, cocktail spot & gift shop. Warm, easygoing hangout with coffee, cocktails & light bites, plus locally made products for sale.
28 Brackett St, Portland, ME 04102, United States
Hot Suppa
Southern comfort food, Victorian space. Hearty Southern fare dominates a menu that also runs to comfort-food favorites from other regions.
703 Congress St, Portland, ME 04102, United States
The Front Room
Contemporary American comfort fare. Quaint, local restaurant for upscale American comfort food, with popular bar & brunch scenes.
73 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101, United States
The Great Lost Bear
Vibrant destination alehouse. Longtime hub for beer enthusiasts has over 70 taps, weekly microbrewery events & a broad food menu.
540 Forest Ave, Portland, ME 04101, United States
Tuscan Table
Stylish rustic Italian restaurant & bar. Italian with a large central bar cooking up homemade pasta, wood-fired pizza & sharing platters.
390 Gorham Rd, South Portland, ME 04106, United States
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