Diners' Choice: Child-friendly restaurants in North County Dublin

OpenTable

Updated 05 May 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are kid friendly in North County Dublin? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Old Street

4.8

4.8 (898)

€31 to €50

Irish

Malahide

About the restaurant

Old Street is a modern neighbourhood restaurant situated in the heart of historic Malahide, County Dublin. Local couple Mark and Adriana Fitzpatrick have lovingly restored two of the oldest buildings in the village to offer a comfortable and casual dining experience, along with a contemporary cocktail selection and award-winning wine list. Old Street's Head Chef, Mario Simic, creates dishes of modern Irish food that combine robust flavours and the warmth and generosity of traditional comfort food. The menus are designed to showcase the best of the season from Irish farmers, fishermen, and producers. Old Street is dedicated to providing guests of all ages with a memorable dining experience; featuring house-made charcuterie and Higgins Master Butchers' dry-aged beef.

Top review

Hamish

Dined 4 days ago

A return to one of our favourite restaurants for a birthday dinner and it did not disappoint. Food was as good as ever, the special, an aged tuna steak with a pink peppercorn sauce, was de,icious and the desert tray never disappoints. Wine selection is very good and the service was as excellent as ever.

Gourmet Food Parlour - Malahide

4.7

4.7 (784)

€30 and under

European

Malahide

About the restaurant

Located on the winding coastal road, our Malahide restaurant offers stunning views to complement its equally stunning food. Sunny and bright, it’s the perfect space to enjoy our daytime menu.

Large car park available directly outside the restaurant, so if you’re heading out on a drive, keep us in mind!

Join us today and enjoy our delicious menus and daily chef specials.

Top review

Trisha

Dined on 5 May 2025

Good food, lovely surroundings and very friendly staff

King Sitric Seafood Bar

4.6

4.6 (715)

€31 to €50

Seafood

Howth

About the restaurant

King Sitric Seafood Bar is a casual dining seafood restaurant with ample indoor and outdoor seating. We are located on the ground floor of The King Sitric. We also have a heated terrace & 'Beach Huts' located on the pavement.

Through the years The King Sitric has won many accolades and countless awards for its high standards.

Our commitment is to source and serve the best of fish and shellfish that Ireland has to offer. It is our passion and commitment that drove The King Sitric to an international reputation for excellent seafood.

Top review

Caroline

Dined 5 days ago

The bar was warm and inviting. The Service was excellent, efficient, attentive & personable. We sat in the middle booth and the ambience was romantic and intimate. The Seafood was exceptional. Oysters were amazing. The best we’ve ever had. The prepared lobster delicious as were the crab claws. A must try for any seafood loving visitors to Howth.

Little Richards Wood Fired Pizza

4.6

4.6 (289)

€30 and under

Pizzeria

Skerries

About the restaurant

Authentic Wood-Fired Pizza
We use a traditional wood-fired pizza oven (handmade in Italy - shipped to Skerries) to achieve the flavor's that only a woodfire oven can achieve...the result? The perfect crust, a slightly smoky aroma and crispier toppings that taste incredible. It's the authentic Neapolitan way!

Top review

patricia

Dined on 19 Apr 2025

We regularly go here with 3 children. Food is very tasty and fast service. I’ve yet to go that there isn’t an issue with our good order though. if you change any pizza slightly they seem to get it wrong! Staff always friendly and helpful to get it sorted but has happened last 3 visits in a row. Also we ordered a 9 inch Hawaii for our 7 year old and it was €17! Very expensive considering our adult pizzas were only €2 more?? We like the atmosphere and enjoy the restaurant but kid pizza prices could be reviewed and staff trained better on variations to order. Also the option to have a tea or coffee after meal for none drinkers would be appreciated.

30 Church Street Howth

4.6

4.6 (43)

€31 to €50

Pizzeria

Howth

About the restaurant

Fáilte!

Welcome to 30 Church Street, your trusted Neighbourhood Restaurant with the best views in Howth!

We serve delicious wood-fired pizza, the best of Irish beef and the freshest of Irish seafood.

Our Restaurant's interior is comfortable and relaxed, with open fires on the ground floor and an open kitchen on the top floor.

The views over St Mary's Abbey (the old Abbey) and the Howth harbour are spectacular from both floors.

We pride ourselves in delivering the best of the Irish Hospitality.

We place the customer’s needs at the centre of our business, and we go the extra mile to ensure everyone has a memorable experience with us.

Book a table today and leave the rest to us!

See you soon,

Top review

Marie

Dined 3 days ago

Had a great night here for my brother in laws birthday. The views are spectacular and the atmosphere was amazing. Food was very good but some things were over priced.

Stoop your head

4.5

4.5 (1813)

€30 and under

Seafood

Skerries

About the restaurant

Stoop Your Head is a family run Skerries Restaurant and Bar located on a small fishing harbour in the coastal town of Skerries County Dublin. We have been serving the finest quality food for over 20 years in the most stunning location along the East coast of Ireland. We have won numerous awards for our fish dishes but also have a wide selection on our menu to suit every pallet.

Top review

Rowena

Dined 2 days ago

Great food great service from very friendly and helpful staff as always and amazing views!

The Betsy Swords

4.4

4.4 (539)

€30 and under

Gastro Pub

Swords

About the restaurant

The Betsy Swords, bar and restaurant, is located at the heart of North County Dublin. Since opening guests can enjoy its contemporary cuisine and unparalleled service, bringing a touch of magic with decadent decor to provide our customers with comfort, ease and cosiness while enjoying a varied mix of classics and locally inspired dishes.
 Catering for every occasion from lunch, dinner and beyond, with beautiful bars serving cocktails, fine wines and drinks. Our eclectic menu includes The Betsy Signature Steak, fish, vegetarian options and the famous Betsy Sunday Roast. The Betsy is devoted to constant evolution and development, using the best products that are authentic and bursting with honest to goodness quality and flavour. Our décor, lighting and music offer an oasis of calm away from the bustle of life with a warm Irish welcome.

Open Wednesday and Thursday 3pm, Friday Saturday Sunday 12 noon. The Betsy Swords welcomes local residents, businesses and visitors alike.

The Betsy

Top review

Louise

Dined 5 days ago

Fabulous as always. We love the Betsy as the staff are brilliant and food is always gorgeous

Smokin Bones Swords

4.3

4.3 (43)

€30 and under

Barbecue

Swords

About the restaurant

Our story so far...

After much research throughout the States, Smokin Bones had its first outing in Herbert Park in 2014. Barbecue has grown to be a way of life for the Smokin Bones team and is much more than smoky meats and juicy flavours. Barbecue is about friends gathering together and sharing good food in a casual and relaxed atmosphere. That’s what we aim to achieve in our locations, from the head chef to your server on the floor. Thanks for your custom and we hope you enjoy your visit.

Smokin Bones is 100% Irish owned and apart from visiting any of our locations you can now enjoy our great smoked flavours at home. Order online for home delivery or visit our online shop and order our unique ‘BBQ in a Box’. Barbecue at home could not be easier.

Top review

Gareth

Dined on 17 Apr 2025

I brought twelve 15 year olds for a birthday party and we had a great time, they loved the food and the staff couldn’t have been friendlier

Sette Pizzeria & Trattoria

4.3

4.3 (21)

€30 and under

Italian

Malahide

About the restaurant

Sette Pizza is a family-owned and operated business that has been serving up delicious Neapolitan pizzas since 2022. Having now moved to our new bigger premises we have extended our menu to include fare such as Irish corn fed free range chicken, slow cooked on our new Italian rotisserie with seasonings delivered direct from our partner just south of Rome. We also have a range of salad and pasta dishes and Italian made deserts. Our passion for quality ingredients and traditional recipes is what sets us apart. We are constantly striving to expand our menu and provide our customers with the best possible dining experience. Join us and become a part of our story!

Top review

Nikki

Dined on 9 May 2025

Gorgeous food, simple and really well done. Service was exceptional, wine list is great and great value. Overall value was brilliant !

Runway 28 Rooftop Bar & Restaurant

4.2

4.2 (382)

€30 and under

European

Cloghran

About the restaurant

Welcome to Runway 28, where incredible food meets awe-inspiring views!

Situated on a rooftop terrace with exclusive front-row seats to Dublin's busiest airport runway, our restaurant is all about giving you a memorable dining experience. Our rooftop oasis combines elegance with comfort, giving you a laid-back and enjoyable experience.

Our chefs have gone above and beyond to create a menu bursting with flavours and using only the finest local sourced ingredients. From mouthwatering bites perfect for sharing with friends to fancy creations that'll make your taste buds sing.

So whether you're celebrating a special occasion, on a romantic date night, or simply in the mood for exceptional cuisine paired with plane spotting, Runway 28 Rooftop Terrace

Top review

Michael

Dined on 11 May 2025

Excellent Experience with Fantastic service and Great Food.

Explore Diners' Choice best of North County Dublin

Explore more Diners' Choice lists