Eateries in Edmonton with kid-friendly dishes

While your kids may beg to differ, McDonald’s can get monotonous after awhile. Is it too much to ask for a dining option that satisfies both parent and child? Absolutely not! These Edmonton restaurants serve up delicious grown-up dishes, while also keeping the kiddos smiling. From mac and cheese to bento boxes, Edmonton has so much more to offer than another happy meal! [Image credit: iStock.com/bhofack2]

By Danielle Higdon

Nomiya

1

646-3803 Calgary Trail NW, Edmonton, AB T6J 5M8

• Phone Number
  • 780-462-1300Primary
• Directions
• Menu

This is a local family-owned business that focuses on Asian cuisine. The head chef has a culinary career that spands 45 years and, it shows! Here, you can order kid-sized bento boxes for just $9.95 each and they each come with edamame and a juice box! Choose from an assortment of maki and sushi – there is no bad choice!

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Craft Beermarket

2

10013 101A Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0C3

• Phone Number
  • 780-424-2337Primary
• Directions

Don’t let the words “beer market” deter you from considering CRAFT for a family-friendly meal. They offer an adorable “half pint” (kids) menu that features a grilled cheese sandwich, mac n’ cheese and even mini burgers (served on a pretzel bun)! They also have a kids brunch menu, whih includes vanilla waffles. With items like these, your kids will be giving YOU good job stickers!

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Tiramisu Bistro

3

10750 124 St Nw, Edmonton, AB T5M 0H1

• Phone Number
  • 780-452-3393Primary
• Directions
• Menu

Tiramasu Bistro has one of the most comprehensive child menus on this list. They have a range of options, from cheese pizza to fresh crêpes! Prices range from $6 to $11, and the space itself it welcoming for children – they have toys available in a special play area! Oh, did I mention the gelato milkshakes? Get ready for squeals of excitement!

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Divine Spine

4

178-270 Baseline Rd, Sherwood Park, AB T8H 1R4

• Phone Number
  • 780-570-0074Primary
• Directions

If you’ve been looking for a spot to introduce your children to authentic Mexican cuisine, then consider your search over. Try out the Ninos (kids) menu at No Way Jose’s and watch as your children dig into soft corn tortilla tacos or grilled quesadillas with pico de gallo. Meanwhile, you can enjoy a burrito of your own – with your choice of filling!

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Jacks Burger Shack

5

130-15 Perron St, St. Albert, AB T8N 1E5

• Phone Number
  • 780-458-0055Primary
• Directions
• Menu

If your child is old enough to feed themselves, you probably know that burgers are almost always a hit with kids. At Jack’s Burger Shack, you can let your tot enjoy a Lil’ Jack burger without the guilt of fast food. All the burgers here are freshly made with meat that is ground and delivered each day! While you’re there, treat yourself to a cinnamon toast crunch shake. Trust me!

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Muggn'z Family Restaurant Ltd

6

6655 178 St Nw Suite 412B, Edmonton, AB T5T 4J5

• Phone Number
  • 780-487-5953Primary
• Directions

This grill in Edmonton’s Callingwood neighbourhood prides itself on fresh delicious food for the whole family. They’ve got a complete kids menu with all the staples: chicken bits, a hot dog and fries or lasagna with garlic toast. But my personal favourite option? Good ol’ Kraft dinner! Sure, you could make it yourself at home. But isn’t that the part you want to avoid? Let someone else do the work!

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Danielle is a highly-caffeinated communications coordinator by day and freelance writer by night. She is a collector of teacups and story ideas. If she is not browsing local shops for vinyl records to add to her collection, she has most likely wandered off to a bookstore or spotted an adorable animal she'd like to pet.

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