Short of adding Chuck E. Cheese-style games, it’s hard to think of a way to make classic Italian food any more kid-friendly, but this restaurant has found it; with Wikki Stix (colored, moldable wax and yarn for craftmaking) the grandchildren will get when they are seated. Kids aren’t shushed when they use their outdoor voices and the waitstaff doesn’t mind silly questions.
Contact no: (206) 633-3800
Location: 4411 Stone Way N, Seattle, WA 98103
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One of the city’s few restaurants that fits kids and adults, grandparents love St. Cloud’s because there are lots of booths, an open kitchen, and it’s already loud so kids can’t really disrupt other diners. A hot fudge sundae is included in the cost of a children’s meal and adults can have wine with theirs. Early evenings are ideal for families and give way to adult couples after 7:30pm.
Contact no: (206) 726-1522
Location: 1131 34th Avenue , Seattle, WA 98122
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Part food court, part entertainment venue, this building dating back to the 1962 World’s Fair is a good place to take a grandchild during a visit to Seattle Center for lunch, dinner, a snack, or desert. Food options range from Italian cuisine to ice cream. The stage in the center also makes it a popular venue for kids’ shows (don’t miss the train village during the holidays).
Contact no: (206) 684-7200
Location: 305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA 98109
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There are times when grandchildren are so high-energy, it’s difficult to keep up without caffeine. Fortunately, this café is great for all ages. There’s coffee for you, a good-sized kids menu, and lots of toys to play with including a train set, kitchenette, and a bean bag chair.
Contact no:(206) 568-7509
Location: 2818 East Madison Street, Seattle, WA 98112
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The goofy founder of this local restaurant chain may be gone and his songs about Acres of Clams a memory, but his legacy lives on in the form of two great places to while away a sunny afternoon on the water. Grandparents have long taken their favorite relatives to munch on fried salmon while watching the ferries roll in. The Salmon House on the Ship Canal is equally popular because kids can sit out back and watch boats roll by on a sunny afternoon.
Contact no: (206) 632-0767
Location: 401 Northeast Northlake Way, Seattle, WA 98105
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The goofy founder of this local restaurant chain may be gone and his songs about Acres of Clams a memory, but his legacy lives on in the form of two great places to while away a sunny afternoon on the water. Grandparents have long taken their favorite relatives to munch on fried salmon while watching the ferries roll in. The Salmon House on the Ship Canal is equally popular because kids can sit out back and watch boats roll by on a sunny afternoon.
Contact no: (206) 624-6852
Location: 1001 Alaskan Way, Seattle, WA 98104
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A classic West Seattle after-school gathering point for generations of students, this little restaurant serves more than just homemade ice cream. There is a slew of expertly-made traditional deli sandwiches, as well as some ethnic fare available on the catering menu like teriyaki chicken skewers, chicken parmigiana, and chili con carne, each equally pleasing for grandchildren and grandparents alike.
Contact no:(206) 937-2810
Location: 4721 California Avenue SW, Seattle, WA 98116
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A popular neighborhood bakery that’s family friendly, Grateful Bread has a play area with toys, and offers great food, cookies, sweets, coffee, and soups. One word of warning: don’t go when you’re in a rush. The counter service makes snails look fast.
Contact no: (206) 525-3166
Location: 7001 35th Avenue NE, Seattle, WA 98115
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One of the family of Chow Foods neighborhood restaurants including Atlas Foods and Coastal Kitchen, this West Seattle eatery treats grandchildren with the same care as their discerning grandparents. There’s a long kids menu with cleverly named dishes and children get crayons and a mat to color while they wait for their meals.
Contact no: (206) 937-5637
Location: 9261 45th Avenue SW, West Seattle, WA 98136
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Tell your grandchild about how you used to go to the malt shop to hang out and listen to the jukebox, then recreate the experience with a new spin by taking them to a record store where people shop for albums, hang out and get a bite to eat. This weekend community gathering spot has CDs for all ages, great food and waitresses who will add a smiley face to a pancake for your favorite munchkin.
Contact no: (206) 938-3279
Location: 4559 California Avenue SW, West Seattle, WA 98116
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