Diners' Choice: Child-friendly restaurants in Dublin

OpenTable

Updated 05 April 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are kid friendly in 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!

Lemongrass Fusion Restaurant Citywest

4.7

4.7 (282)

€30 and under

Asian

Citywest

About the restaurant

Founded in 2002, Lemongrass Fusion at Citywest Hotel offers a wonderful fusion of only the best Asian fusion cuisine in one fantastic South Dublin location. Located on the grounds of the Citywest Hotel, Conference, Leisure and Golf Resort, the food at Lemongrass is hand prepared by Asian chefs in the restaurant to ensure the highest quality and taste experience.

All our food is hand prepared on site by Asian Chefs using all natural ingredients - we don't use MSG, Preservatives or Artificial Colourings.

Top review

Jack

Dined on 30 Mar 2025

A lovely evening with great food and service, thank you.

Mad Egg - Liffey Valley

4.6

4.6 (79)

€30 and under

Southern British

Clondalkin

About the restaurant

Mad Egg started out with a simple mission; to create the best fried chicken sandos Ireland has ever seen.

We are Ireland’s first free-range fried chicken joint. The first to truly put the provenance and sustainability of our product at the front and centre of our ethos; with Chicken Done Proper.

Yes, we place a massive emphasis on the quality of our birds, but we don’t stop there! Throughout our menu we focus on the heritage and quality of everything we offer. From our birds to beers, we’ve got you covered!

Please note all reservations are for indoor seating, we are operating our outdoor section on a first come first served basis. Seating times are 1 hour 15mins per seating.

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Michelle

Dined on 26 Mar 2025

Food was excellent as always my second time here all the way from galway on a date and he enjoyed it too never been he hadn't

Pinocchio Restaurant - Temple Bar

4.3

4.3 (102)

€30 and under

Italian

Temple Bar

About the restaurant

A flavour of Italy in the heart of Dublin. We serve only excellent food prepared using top quality ingredients and cooked with passion and love.

Top review

francesca

Dined on 25 Mar 2025

I had a wonderful experience at Pinocchio Temple Bar! The atmosphere was warm and inviting, with a cozy yet vibrant ambiance. The staff was friendly and attentive, ensuring a great dining experience. The food was absolutely delicious, with authentic Italian flavors and fresh ingredients. The pasta was cooked to perfection, and the pizza was top-notch. I highly recommend this spot for anyone looking to enjoy traditional Italian cuisine in the heart of Dublin’s Temple Bar district. A fantastic place for a casual meal or a special occasion!

Elephant & Castle - Beacon

4.3

4.3 (648)

€30 and under

American

Sandyford (D18)

About the restaurant

All bookings made on OpenTable are for indoor dining only. We are currently operating a walk in service for our outside dining tables.

Elephant & Castle Beacon is the next exciting new chapter in the Elephant & Castle story. The fourth Elephant & Castle has opened in the bustling Beacon South Quarter, bringing an exciting new addition to the Sandyford area. The menu will feature the same great dishes that make Elephant & Castle a firm favourite. From the fluffy omelettes, caesar salads and juicy burgers, and, of course, those crispy, spicy wings. We’re focusing on friendly, laid-back service; tasty as ever food and a relaxed atmosphere - everything Elephant & Castle lovers have come to expect from a visit to our place.

Top review

Olga

Dined on 6 Apr 2025

Lovely menu, amazing staff – very helpful and polite. We celebrated a children's birthday party here, and all of our little quirks and issues were handled quickly and efficiently. Thank you for making it such a smooth and joyful experience!

Smokin Bones Swords

4.2

4.2 (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.

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Gareth

Dined 1 day ago

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

The Golden Ball Kilternan

4.2

4.2 (23)

€30 and under

Gastro Pub

Knocklyon

About the restaurant

Whether you’re popping in for a quick catch-up with friends or settling in for a leisurely meal with family, you’ll find a warm welcome and a friendly atmosphere awaiting you. Our cozy interiors and blazing fireplaces provide the perfect backdrop for laughter-filled conversations and shared moments.

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Wiktor

Dined on 24 Mar 2025

We came in on a quiet Monday evening. It was lovely, we were seated and the waiter informed us about their roast beef. We got a portion and it was simply amazing. Recommend

Elephant & Castle - Churchtown

4.0

4 (1290)

€30 and under

American

Churchtown

About the restaurant

Our restaurant is a bright and airy, designed dining space lying at the very heart of Churchtown. It is a local gathering place for family and friends, neighbours and colleagues. The menu will feature the same great dishes that make Elephant & Castle a firm favourite. From the fluffy omelettes, caesar salads and juicy burgers, and, of course, those crispy, spicy wings. We’re focusing on friendly, laid-back service; tasty as ever food and a relaxed atmosphere - everything Elephant & Castle lovers have come to expect from a visit to our place.

Top review

Geraldine

Dined on 28 Mar 2025

Food was excellent. Good choices on Menu. Service was excellent.

Elephant & Castle - Lucan

3.8

3.8 (477)

€30 and under

American

Porterstown

About the restaurant

The Lucan locals can get their Elephant & Castle fix at the Foxhunter pub, located just off the N4 and with our outdoor dog friendly seating, delicious food and indoor kids play area, it’s the perfect spot for the whole herd!

Whether you are looking to throw a corporate event, celebrate a special occasion or anything in-between, our Elm Room is equipped with a private bar and bathrooms along with a large, heated terrace area with plenty of seating. For bookings for parties of 60 or less for seated and 100 or less for standing events

Top review

Naomi

Dined on 25 Mar 2025

Went for my birthday. So nice and quiet. Great play place for the kids in side. Love it! Highly recommend.

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Captain Americas - Grafton Street

3.7

3.7 (1165)

€30 and under

American

Grafton Street

About the restaurant

Grilling awesome burgers since ’71, we are passionate about burgers… making them and eating them! We serve up 8oz of 100% premium Irish beef in every bun, no additives, fillers or preservatives. Each burger is cooked fresh to order, then lovingly loaded with the freshest toppings and served in our own soft glazed bun. From family favourites like our mouth-watering chicken and cheese enchiladas and menu classics like our delicious baby back ribs, there’s something for every taste bud at Captain Americas!

Top review

Lorraine

Dined on 30 Mar 2025

I was really surprised by the food and the value, I’ve been to CA’s many times and the last time I was there about 3 years ago I thought I wouldn’t go back. I’m glad and so are the kids we gave it another go.

Captain Americas - Blanchardstown

3.7

3.7 (765)

€30 and under

American

Blanchardstown

About the restaurant

Captain Americas burgers, and Elephant & Castle Chicken Wings. All your favourites under one roof!

Located on the doorstep of Blanchardstown Shopping Centre. With something for every taste, our family friendly restaurant serves all the classics you know and love from burgers, chicken wings and pizzas to steaks, nachos and salads!

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Anastasia

Dined on 7 Apr 2025

For the first time being here, it was a very nice place. I think the decor is absolutely stunning and so retro. The food portions were very good and we couldn’t finish them all. We got takeaway boxes which were so cool looking. Overall we had a nice experience.

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