Vancouver is so much more than yoga, the Canucks, nightlife, and the outdoors. There are actually plenty of great family activity as well—many of which are very yummy (and fun!) options. Try one of these kid-friendly places and enjoy fine food while the little ones play.
10 Awesome Family Restaurants in Vancouver
By Vancity Buzz
Vancouver is so much more than yoga, the Canucks, nightlife, and the outdoors. There are actually plenty of great family activities as well—including some very yummy options.
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SweetSalt Bakery
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Sweet Salt is a family-focussed bakery that serves up artisinal German baked goods, teas and specialty coffees. It’s a great place to have a snack and a chat while the kids play in the play area.
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De Dutch
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De Dutch is known for their amazing pancakes (aka pannekoeken), but their West 2nd location even has a play area for kids.
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Pizzeria Ludica
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Pizzeria Ludica has 500+ board games (with kid-friendly titles like Catan Jr.), making it a great place for a less conventional family dinner. Their kids menu includes a pizza, drink and dessert.
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Kokopelli Cafe
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Kokopelli is a great destination cafe—they serve everything from coffee & baked goods to light meals & even frozen foods to take home. A play area for makes it a good place for the whole family.
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Go Fish
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Go Fish is an outdoor fish ‘n’ chips restaurants by Granville Island, meaning there’s plenty to do while you wait. Open year long, it has a roof & heaters to keep you covered in the winter.
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White Spot
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A Canadian classic! For the kids, there’s the famed Pirate Pak—what could possibly be better than getting a meal in a pirate ship?! Of course, the adult menu features many classics too.
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Red Robin
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Red Robin is truly a family restaurant. They offer efficient service, have a great kids meal (which also comes with crayons & a colouring sheet) & gourmet burgers & beverages.
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Cafe Deux Soleils
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While think of Cafe Deux Soleil as an upbeat evening destination, breakfast & lunch are family-friendly. The stage becomes a kids play area & the chalk board is open for kids to doodle on.
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Stormcrow Tavern
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While the name might it sound like a 19+ establishment, Stormcrow is great for families during the day. Plenty of board games, colouring books & interesting/geeky decor keep the kids entertained.
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Rocky Mountain Flatbread Co.
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Great wine & local beer selection for the adults, make-your-own-pizza nights on Sundays and Mondays for the kids. They use all-natural ingredients, and have gluten-free items as well.
Sweet Salt is a family-focussed bakery that serves up artisinal German baked goods, teas and specialty coffees. It’s a great place to have a snack and a chat while the kids play in the play area.
De Dutch is known for their amazing pancakes (aka pannekoeken), but their West 2nd location even has a play area for kids.
Pizzeria Ludica has 500+ board games (with kid-friendly titles like Catan Jr.), making it a great place for a less conventional family dinner. Their kids menu includes a pizza, drink and dessert.
Kokopelli is a great destination cafe—they serve everything from coffee & baked goods to light meals & even frozen foods to take home. A play area for makes it a good place for the whole family.
Go Fish is an outdoor fish ‘n’ chips restaurants by Granville Island, meaning there’s plenty to do while you wait. Open year long, it has a roof & heaters to keep you covered in the winter.
A Canadian classic! For the kids, there’s the famed Pirate Pak—what could possibly be better than getting a meal in a pirate ship?! Of course, the adult menu features many classics too.
Red Robin is truly a family restaurant. They offer efficient service, have a great kids meal (which also comes with crayons & a colouring sheet) & gourmet burgers & beverages.
While think of Cafe Deux Soleil as an upbeat evening destination, breakfast & lunch are family-friendly. The stage becomes a kids play area & the chalk board is open for kids to doodle on.
While the name might it sound like a 19+ establishment, Stormcrow is great for families during the day. Plenty of board games, colouring books & interesting/geeky decor keep the kids entertained.
Great wine & local beer selection for the adults, make-your-own-pizza nights on Sundays and Mondays for the kids. They use all-natural ingredients, and have gluten-free items as well.