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Family-Friendly Restaurants

🍽️ Family-Friendly Restaurants for Kids in Santa Clara, CA

25 kid-friendly restaurants, cafes, and ice cream shops rated and reviewed by families.

Activities & Venues in Santa Clara

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Downtown Los Altos Farmers' Market farmers market in Los Altos, CA🌾 Farm
Photo: Lynne MacFarlane
4.5(73)Free9 mi · Los Altos

This Thursday evening farmers market in downtown Los Altos transforms into a lively community gathering spot perfect for families. Kids can enjoy live music, sample fresh local produce, and experience the vibrant atmosphere while parents shop for quality fruits, vegetables, and artisan goods. The pedestrian-friendly setting makes it easy to stroll with strollers or let little ones walk alongside you.

🕑 1-2 hours
Golfland USA miniature golf course in Santa Clara, CA🎮 Entertainment
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4.4(1,961)$

Golfland USA is a one-stop entertainment destination where families can enjoy classic fun all in one spot. With two miniature golf courses, exciting bumper boats, an extensive arcade, thrilling Laser Tag, and an ice cream shop, there's something for every family member to enjoy without having to drive from place to place.

🕑 3-4 hours for families wanting to experience multiple activities, or 1.5-2 hours if focusing on just one or two favorites
The Plex sports complex in Silver Creek Valley, CA Sports
Photo: The Plex
4.4(1,358)$$11 mi · Silver Creek Valley

The Plex is a one-stop destination where sports meet fun in Silver Creek Valley. This multi-sport complex offers baseball diamonds, soccer fields, and open play areas perfect for active kids, plus an unexpected bonus,a video arcade for when they need a break from the field. With on-site dining options, families can easily spend an entire afternoon here without leaving the facility.

🕑 2-4 hours
The Pruneyard Shopping Center shopping mall in Campbell, CA🎮 Entertainment
Photo: Thomas Kuo
4.3(4,021)$5 mi · Campbell

The Pruneyard Shopping Center offers families a one-stop destination for entertainment and dining in the heart of Campbell. With a movie theater, bowling alley, comedy club, and diverse family-friendly restaurants all in one open-air setting, parents can easily mix shopping errands with quality family fun time without having to drive across town.

🕑 2-4 hours depending on activities chosen
Willow Street Wood-Fired Pizza Willow Glen pizza restaurant in Willow Glen, CA🍽️ Restaurant
Photo: Willow Street Wood-Fired Pizza Willow Glen
4.3(629)$$4 mi · Willow Glen

Willow Street Wood-Fired Pizza offers delicious, authentic wood-fired pizzas in the heart of charming Willow Glen, making it an ideal dining spot for families exploring this tree-lined neighborhood. Kids love watching the pizza makers toss dough and can enjoy simple, flavorful pizzas while parents appreciate the quality Italian fare and relaxed atmosphere. The location is perfect for combining lunch or dinner with a stroll through nearby boutiques and toy stores.

🕑 45 minutes to 1.5 hours
🍽️ Restaurant
4.3(213)$$7 mi · Mountain View

Ava's Downtown Market is a family-friendly grocery store and casual eatery combo in the heart of Mountain View's Castro Street. Parents love the fresh, wholesome food options including build-your-own sandwiches and salads, plus the outdoor patio seating that gives kids room to move around while you enjoy a relaxed meal or pick up quality groceries for the family.

🕑 30-60 minutes for a meal; 20-30 minutes for quick grocery shopping
Lucky Strike Milpitas bowling alley in Milpitas, CA🎳 Bowling
Photo: Lucky Strike Milpitas
4.2(1,832)$6 mi · Milpitas

Lucky Strike Milpitas is a modern bowling and entertainment center that goes beyond traditional bowling, offering families a complete entertainment experience. With its combination of bowling lanes, extensive arcade games, and on-site dining, it's a one-stop destination where kids can bowl, play games, and refuel without leaving the venue,perfect for rainy days or weekend family outings.

🕑 2-3 hours (typical for one game of bowling plus arcade time and a meal)
Twin Creeks Sports Complex sports complex in Sunnyvale, CA Sports
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4.2(998)$5 mi · Sunnyvale

Twin Creeks Sports Complex is Sunnyvale's go-to destination for active families, featuring multiple lighted sports fields, a playground, and scenic walking paths. Whether your kids are enrolled in league play or you're looking for open space to kick a ball around, this well-maintained facility offers plenty of room for everyone to run, play, and enjoy the outdoors together.

🕑 1.5-3 hours depending on whether you're watching a game or enjoying recreational play
🍦 Ice Cream
4.2(58)$$2 mi away

Bacio Di Latte is a charming old-fashioned ice cream parlor that transports families back in time with its nostalgic atmosphere and house-made frozen treats. Kids will delight in browsing the candy shop selection while parents appreciate the quality gelato and coffee options, making it the perfect stop for a sweet family treat after school or on weekend outings.

🕑 30-45 minutes
🍽️ Restaurant
4.1(2,462)$$4 mi · Willow Glen

Bill's Cafe is a Willow Glen favorite that welcomes families with open arms and serves up hearty portions of classic American breakfast and brunch fare. With a dedicated kids' menu, generous plate sizes perfect for sharing, and a relaxed atmosphere where little ones can be themselves, it's an ideal spot for refueling before or after exploring the charming Willow Glen neighborhood.

🕑 45 minutes to 1.5 hours including wait time and meal
Round1 Bowling & Arcade Eastridge Shopping Center amusement center in San Jose, CA🎮 Entertainment
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Round1 Bowling & Arcade at Eastridge Shopping Center is a massive entertainment complex that combines classic bowling lanes, cutting-edge arcade games, thrilling laser tag, and immersive VR experiences all under one roof. With an on-site ramen restaurant, ice cream shop, and even karaoke, families can easily spend an entire day here without anyone getting bored,there's truly something for every family member.

🕑 3-5 hours
🍽️ Restaurant
4.0(745)$$2 mi away

In-N-Out Burger is a California fast-food institution that families genuinely love for its fresh, simple menu and consistently good quality. Kids enjoy the straightforward burger-and-fries options without overwhelming choices, while parents appreciate the affordable prices and outdoor seating that makes dining with energetic children more relaxed.

🕑 30-45 minutes

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