Best Kid Friendly Restaurants in Essendon

74 restaurants available nearby

1. Tutti Trattoria

4.3

Awesome(10)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Essendon

Booked 2 times today

We grew up on Nonna’s classic pizzas, freshly made pasta and Italian sweets. Noisy family gatherings, a little indulgence and a lot of fun. And everyone was welcome.Now we extend the invitation to you. Tutti Trattoria is the recreation of these family moments, with a little makeover. Our gorgeous interior brings a taste of Italy to the heart of Essendon. Each of our rooms reflects a unique vibe, from our southern Italian trattoria to our decadent and intimate upstairs restaurant.And the food. We believe good food doesn’t have to be complicated. It just needs to be made fresh, with quality ingredients, and a little love. Come on in and see what all the fuss is about.

2. Cross Keys

4.3

Awesome(242)

Price: Moderate

• Australian • Essendon

Booked 9 times today

A local favourite for over 150 years, The Cross Keys Hotel is the perfect spot to bring the family. The Cross Keys boasts an impressive bistro serving up tasty meals Monday through Sunday, a fun kids room, a lively sports bar showing all the must see games on the big screens, a modern TAB facility and two spacious event rooms. With weekly specials and all your favourite pub classics, what isn't too love? See you at The Keys !

3. Royal Oak Hotel

4.7

Exceptional(246)

Price: Moderate

• Australian • Fitzroy

Booked 13 times today

The Oak has quickly become the crowd favourite amongst Fitzroy locals. Providing a wonderful atmosphere to enjoy one of our delicious meals and indulge in an array of tasty beverages. By the fire in winter or basking in the sun on Freeman Street. We are your local pub, a place for all to gather and celebrate conviviality

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4. The Courthouse Hotel

4.7

Exceptional(278)

Price: Moderate

• Australian • North Melbourne

Booked 28 times today

Nestled in the vibrant heart of North Melbourne, the Courthouse Hotel is just steps away from the Queen Victoria Market and Melbourne's Arts Precinct.With multiple fireplaces, our cosy pub offers a warm and welcoming ambiance.We take pride in sourcing local, seasonal produce to prepare traditional pub favourites and more!

5. Mama Manoush

4.7

Exceptional(319)

Price: Expensive

• Lebanese • Brunswick

Booked 14 times today

A TASTE OF LEBANON Fresh n' Tasty! Our mezza selection is authentic and traditional to the finest detail. If you were in Lebanon right now, this is what would be on the menu and made the same way with the same ingredients. Mama has invited you round for dinner! She's cooked a massive feast so be sure to tell all your friends! Once you are done, stop by her garden for a drink.

6. Mona Castle Hotel

4.7

Exceptional(228)

Price: Moderate

• Australian • Seddon

Booked 27 times today

The Mona Castle Hotel, located in Seddon, Victoria, is a historic pub that has been serving locals for over 150 years. Known for its warm, inviting atmosphere, it offers a mix of traditional charm and modern comfort. Guests can enjoy a cold beer at the bar, relax by the open fire with a glass of wine, or sip cocktails in the beer garden. The menu features pub classics, with weekly specials like Parma and Steak nights, as well as a Sunday roast with live music. The Mona Castle is perfect for casual drinks, dining, or hosting events

7. Takeaway Pizza

4.8

Exceptional(45)

Price: Moderate

• Pizza Bar • Preston

Booked 23 times today

TAKEAWAY PIZZA is your local. Located at 535 High Street, Preston Takeaway Pizza doesn't just specialise in New York style thin pizza for a hungry local takeaway trade. We also have a fully stocked bar with huge TIKI party vibes and some crazy good drinks.It's a low key, any day, any occasion kind of joint. Inside think tropical wallpaper, a disco ball, bar seats for walk ins and tables for bookings! On the deck it's all about Pina Colada's in the sun. It is Melbourne, however, so naturally we have heaters and a retractable roof. Pizza, Booze & Good vibes only.

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8. D.O.C Osteria Carlton

4.8

Exceptional(9)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Carlton

Booked 16 times today

D.O.C is real Italian eating and age old simplicity refreshed with contemporary flair. A celebration of heritage. A joy in sharing. Authentic, exuberant and outrageously Italian.

9. Abla's

4.7

Exceptional(11)

Price: Expensive

• Lebanese • Carlton

Booked 14 times today

Abla Amad was born in Lebanon and arrived in Australia in 1954 at the age of nineteen. In 1979 at the urging of friends and family she opened Abla’s, a restaurant that has become a Melbourne institution. Ever since it opened, diners have returned time and again to experience her special brand of traditional, homemade Lebanese food. For Abla it is a cuisine that can only be made from the heart – that’s why she is widely regarded as ‘the queen of Lebanese cooking’.BYO is now available on Thursdays - We fill up quickly so be sure to book!

10. Railway Hotel

4.0

Excellent(45)

Price: Moderate

• Pub • Fitzroy North

Booked 14 times today

Like taking a step back in time, the Railway Hotel Fitzroy North is a charming and welcoming neighbourhood pub straight out of the 70’s, and the perfect spot for dinners with the family, knock-offs after work or weekend catch-ups with mates. A no-nonsense pub stocked with a generous range of draught beers on tap, and your classic pub tipple and boasting an impressive kitchen, serving quality Italian-inspired pub meals in line with its Mediterranean roots. A secluded, vine-sheltered beer garden is the cherry on top, providing the perfect spot to enjoy an al fresco meal or kick back and relax with a few cold ones. The Railway is everything your favourite local should be, a true neighbourhood gem.

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Mary
Melbourne •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great food and really friendly staff. We were in a lovely private room upstairs which was perfect for our group.
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The Courthouse HotelPrice: Moderate• Australian• North Melbourne
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4.7
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Karen
Melbourne •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Best food ambience and service love love love it.
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Royal Oak HotelPrice: Moderate• Australian• Fitzroy
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4.7
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Ian
Melbourne •1 review
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Pity we couldn’t sit a bit longer but we adjourned to the sports bar so ok
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Cross KeysPrice: Moderate• Australian• Essendon
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4.3
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Peter
Melbourne •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 16, 2024
Service was friendly and professional. Food was tasty and generous servings. Good drink selection. Definitely going again.
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Mama ManoushPrice: Expensive• Lebanese• Brunswick
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4.7
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milly
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Aug 30, 2024
Been to tutti so many times and have always been happy with my food love everything about it just would recommend if they did fries with their steak instead of the thick chips
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Tutti TrattoriaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Essendon
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4.3

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74 restaurants available nearby

1. Tutti Trattoria

2. Cross Keys

3. Royal Oak Hotel

4. The Courthouse Hotel

5. Mama Manoush

6. Mona Castle Hotel

7. Takeaway Pizza

8. D.O.C Osteria Carlton

9. Abla's

10. Railway Hotel

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