Finding a restaurant that suits every member of the family isn’t always easy. You want good food, a relaxed atmosphere, and somewhere that won’t mind if the kids get a bit restless between courses. Kildare has plenty of options that tick all those boxes, from cosy country pubs to garden cafés with a proper kids’ menu.
Here are our picks for family-friendly restaurants in Kildare — and do let us know your own favourites in the comments below!
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Family-Friendly Restaurants in Kildare
1. Japanese Gardens Restaurant at the Irish National Stud & Gardens
A lovely family-friendly restaurant serving locally sourced and homemade food. High chairs and bottle heating are available on request, and there are child-sized portions on the menu. It’s a great spot to combine with a visit to the gardens and stud for a full family day out.
2. Da Vinci’s, Leixlip
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A firm favourite for family dining in Leixlip, Da Vinci’s serves up all the classic Italian dishes families love. They offer a kids’ early-bird menu alongside their usual pasta and pizza options.
3. Dunne & Crescenzi, Kildare Village
Set in Kildare Village, this family-friendly Italian restaurant has a simple two-course-plus-drink children’s menu and plenty of high chairs. It’s popular, so be prepared for a wait at weekends. A ‘Design Your Dish’ colouring activity helps keep little ones entertained while you wait for food.
4. Fallons Café & Bar, Kilcullen
Fallons has a cosy bar-side dining area that works well for family meals. They offer a varied children’s menu, plus half-portions of adult meals for younger diners with bigger appetites.
5. The Ballymore Inn, Ballymore Eustace
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The Ballymore Inn offers family-friendly dining in both the bar and restaurant. Their children’s menu is extensive and reasonably priced, and the pizza comes highly recommended.
6. Milano, Newbridge
Located in Whitewater Shopping Centre, Milano has a Piccolo set menu for kids that includes three courses and a Bambinoccino — a fun touch for the little ones.
7. The Green Barn at Burtown House, Athy
The junior menu here is built around fresh, seasonal ingredients, many grown in the walled kitchen garden just outside. Expect options like baked mac and cheese, homemade buttermilk chicken tenders, burgers, and bangers and mash.
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8. Harte’s Bar and Grill, Kildare Town
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Right in the heart of Kildare town, this gastro pub offers good value and a warm welcome for families. A kids’ menu is available, along with half portions of some main courses on request, and complimentary baby bowls for children under 3.
9. The Grill Shack @ Roche’s Bar, Naas
Wings, steak, burgers and more feature on the menu at The Grill Shack. The kids’ menu offers good value with a choice of smaller dishes, plus a free ice cream cone to finish.
10. Michelangelo’s, Celbridge
Classic Italian fare makes this a popular choice for family dining in Celbridge. Pizza is a particular hit with younger visitors, but there’s plenty on the menu for everyone.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What makes a restaurant family-friendly?
Look for a kids’ menu with sensible portions, high chairs, and a relaxed atmosphere where nobody minds a bit of noise or mess. Extras like colouring activities or a play corner are a bonus.
Do family-friendly restaurants in Kildare offer kids’ menus?
Yes — most of the restaurants on this list have a dedicated children’s menu, and several also offer half-portions of adult dishes for kids with bigger appetites.
Should I book in advance for family dining in Kildare?
Some of these spots get busy, especially at weekends, so it’s worth calling ahead to check availability and confirm any details that matter to you, such as high chairs or allergen information.
Are highchairs and baby facilities usually available?
Many of the restaurants listed offer high chairs and bottle-heating on request. It’s always worth double-checking directly with the restaurant before you visit, particularly if you have a very young baby.
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