A Guide to the Katy Area's Best Kid-Friendly Restaurants

We love finding places where we can go and not have to worry about our little man bothering other diners. We love places with playgrounds or green spaces, counter serve places are great as there is less time sitting at the table, and patio seating is a definite plus!

Read on to see our favorite Katy-area kid-friendly restaurants.

1. Hat Creek Burger Company

This fun little burger joint has a play area for the kiddos to enjoy.
​Address: 2150 S Mason Rd, Katy, TX 77450

2. Texas Borders Bar and Grill

Texas Borders also has a nice playground for the kids, plus a large covered patio.
Address: 26440 Farm to Market 1093 #400, Richmond, TX 77406

3. Lupe Tortilla

Chips and salsa + a playground = instant family fun.
​Address: 703 W Grand Pkwy S, Katy, TX 77494

4. Jimmy Changas

With a play area and free ice cream, you can't go wrong with Tex-Mex from Jimmy Changas.
​Address: 300 Westgreen Blvd, Katy, TX 77450

5. Mia's Table

This counter serve spot is casual and relaxed, and they offer free vanilla ice cream.
​Address: 23235 Kingsplace Dr, Katy, TX 77494

6. El Jarrito

Chips and salsa and a fun sand pit in a casual environment make El Jarrito a great option for families.
Address: 21724 Highland Knolls Dr, Katy, TX 77450

7. Red River BBQ

With outdoor seating, free popsicles, and fun games for the whole family, you can't go wrong with Red River BBQ.
Address: 1711 S Mason Rd, Katy, TX 77450

8. No Label Brewing Company

A kid-friendly brewery? Yes! With lots of open space and a playground, it's the perfect casual place to take the kiddos.
Address: 5351 1st St, Katy, TX 77493

Stableside at Falcon Ranch

The following restaurants are located at Stableside at Falcon Ranch, where the kids can run around in the large open green space while the adults wait for the food to be delivered. This is a win-win, as kids get to run off some energy and their parents get to enjoy a nice glass of wine in relative peace.
​Address: 9806 Gaston Rd, Katy, TX 77494

9. Crust Pizza

Kids eat free on Tuesdays at this upscale pizza joint.

10. Jax Grill

Comfort food favorites are perfect for even the pickiest eaters.

11. Freebirds

Kids eat free on Sundays at this Texas burrito chain.

12. Union Kitchen

Kids eat free on Tuesdays at this local hotspot.

La Centerra at CInco Ranch

Similar to Stableside, La Centerra offers green spaces for the kids to burn off some energy. With giant wooden building blocks, a giant chess board, and other toys available for play, La Centerra is the perfect place to take the kids out to eat. After your meal, grab dessert from Gelato and Co. or Nothing Bundt Cakes.
​Address: 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd, Katy, TX 77494

13. Dish Society

Fresh food with lots of healthful options plus a great kids' menu makes this a must for families.

14. Postino

Known for their cheese boards and bruschetta boards, Postino also has a fun kids' menu with unique items (at some point you get tired of chicken tenders and cheeseburgers, right?).

15. Ambriza

Great food, friendly service, and a nice patio make this one of our go-to spots with our little guy.

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Where are you headed next with the family? Which kid-friendly restaurants have I missed?