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🍽️ Family-Friendly Restaurants for Kids in Owings Mills, MD

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

Activities & Venues in Owings Mills

Valley View Farms garden center in Cockeysville, MD🌾 Farm
Photo: Don Awalt
4.5(845)$9 mi · Cockeysville

Valley View Farms is a beloved Baltimore-area destination that transforms throughout the year, offering families a true working farm experience alongside a full-service garden center. Kids can interact with friendly farm animals, explore multiple playgrounds, pick pumpkins in fall, select Christmas trees in winter, and participate in hands-on educational programs that teach them about agriculture and nature.

🕑 2-4 hours

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Lucky Strike Timonium bowling alley in Lutherville-Timonium, MD🎳 Bowling
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4.2(1,521)$8 mi · Lutherville-Timonium

Lucky Strike Timonium transforms traditional bowling into an exciting family entertainment destination with features designed specifically for young bowlers. With bumper lanes to keep balls out of gutters, lightweight balls sized for small hands, and thrilling cosmic bowling sessions complete with lights and music, it's the perfect spot for kids of all skill levels to enjoy America's favorite pastime.

🕑 2-3 hours (plan for 1-1.5 hours of bowling plus arcade time)

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Chick-fil-A Fast Food in Cockeysville, MD🍽️ Restaurant
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4.1(68)$9 mi · Cockeysville

This Chick-fil-A in Cockeysville stands out from typical fast-food stops with its spacious indoor playground that keeps kids entertained while parents enjoy a meal. The combination of reliably good food, exceptionally friendly service, and dedicated play space makes it a go-to destination for local families looking for a stress-free dining experience where children can burn energy.

🕑 1-1.5 hours

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Dave & Buster's Hanover - Arundel restaurant in Owings Mills, MD🕹️ Arcade
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Dave & Buster's Hanover offers the ultimate combination of arcade gaming and family dining under one roof. With hundreds of arcade games, cutting-edge virtual reality experiences, sports simulators, and a full-service restaurant, it's an all-in-one destination where kids can play for hours while parents enjoy quality food and drinks in a lively atmosphere.

🕑 3-4 hours

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Chick-fil-A Fast Food in Pikesville, MD🍽️ Restaurant
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4.0(68)$Less than 1 mi away

This Chick-fil-A location in Pikesville offers more than just great chicken nuggets,it features an indoor playground that keeps kids entertained while parents enjoy a relaxed meal. The consistently friendly service and clean environment make it a reliable spot for quick family meals, especially when you need to let little ones burn off energy on rainy days.

🕑 45 minutes to 1.5 hours

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Dunkin' coffee shop in Pikesville, MD🌳 Park
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4.0(335)$4 mi · Pikesville

This Pikesville Dunkin' is a convenient breakfast and snack stop for families on the go. With classic donuts, bagels, and breakfast sandwiches, it's a quick and budget-friendly option when you need to fuel up kids before school, sports, or weekend adventures around the Pikesville area.

🕑 15-30 minutes

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The Charmery Towson Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt in Towson, MD🍦 Ice Cream
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4.0(69)$$10 mi · Towson

The Charmery Towson is a beloved local ice cream shop that delights families with inventive, housemade flavors that go way beyond vanilla and chocolate. Kids love choosing from unique rotating options while parents appreciate the quality ingredients and freshly made waffle cones that fill the shop with an irresistible aroma.

🕑 30-45 minutes

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Wegmans Grocery in Cockeysville, MD🍽️ Restaurant
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3.9(251)$$9 mi · Cockeysville

While primarily a grocery store, Wegmans in Hunt Valley has become a surprising family dining destination thanks to its expansive prepared foods section, made-to-order pizza station, and welcoming café seating area. Parents love grabbing fresh-made meals while kids enjoy choosing from kid-friendly options like pizza, subs, and the impressive bakery selections, making it a convenient and budget-friendly alternative to traditional restaurants.

🕑 45 minutes to 1 hour

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BJ's Wholesale Club deli in Owings Mills, MD Activity
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3.9(284)$$

BJ's Wholesale Club in Owings Mills transforms everyday shopping into a family outing with its generous free sample stations that kids eagerly hunt down throughout the store. The in-store food court offers quick, budget-friendly meals, while the bulk shopping format lets parents stock up on family essentials while children marvel at the oversized quantities and giant warehouse atmosphere.

🕑 45 minutes to 1.5 hours

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Metro Diner American in Owings Mills, MD🍽️ Restaurant
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3.8(161)$$

Metro Diner is a family-friendly haven where breakfast lovers can indulge any time of day, featuring generous portions that easily satisfy hungry kids and adults alike. With a dedicated kids menu and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere, this classic American diner makes family dining stress-free and enjoyable without breaking the bank.

🕑 45 minutes to 1.5 hours

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Goldberg's New York Bagels Bagels in Pikesville, MD Cafe
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3.7(251)$4 mi · Pikesville

Goldberg's New York Bagels is a family-friendly kosher bagel shop in Pikesville that's perfect for a casual breakfast or lunch outing with kids. The welcoming atmosphere and menu full of kid favorites,from plain bagels with cream cheese to breakfast sandwiches,make it an easy, budget-friendly stop where even picky eaters will find something they love.

🕑 45 minutes to 1 hour

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Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard Desserts in Reisterstown, MD🍦 Ice Cream
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3.2(6)$2 mi · Reisterstown

Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is a family-friendly dessert spot in Owings Mills that offers a refreshing treat any time of year. Kids love choosing from colorful Italian ice flavors, creamy frozen custard, or the signature gelati that combines both, making it an easy and affordable reward after school activities or a sweet ending to weekend adventures.

🕑 30-45 minutes

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