Searching for kid-friendly restaurants in Naperville? Letโs face it โ keeping kids entertained during a meal out can be a challenge. Tic-tac-toe and coloring pages are great, but sometimes you need a dining experience that goes beyond the basics.
Luckily, Naperville has plenty of options where kids can have fun while the whole family enjoys a great meal. From dinner with a view to interactive dining experiences, here are our favorite spots for kid-friendly meals in Naperville.
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Best kid-friendly restaurants in Naperville
Colonial Cafe
- Address: 8 W. Gartner Road, Naperville
Colonial Cafe serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and legendary ice cream. Kids love the menu with pancakes, crepes and corn dogs. Donโt miss the world-famous Kitchen Sink sundae or free kids’ meals on Mondays after 4pm!
Everdineโs Grilled Cheese Company
- Address: 24 W. Jefferson Ave., Naperville
If picky eaters can agree on one thing, itโs grilled cheese! If your littles like their comfort food super basic with just bread and cheese, and you are looking to elevate it to the next level, everyone will find something mouth-watering at Everdineโs. All grilled cheese sandwiches are served on buttery, crispy Texas toast with optional add-ons, including mac and cheese, buffalo chicken and tuna salad. Canโt find the perfect combo? Make your own.
Kiku Japanese Steakhouse
- Address: 2764 Aurora Avenue, Naperville
At Kiku Japanese Steakhouse, families enjoy hibachi grill cooking shows with onion volcanoes, egg tosses and shrimp-catching fun. Kids can try white rice or scrambled eggs, while adults savor the impressive sake menu.
This article was recently updated on Feb. 3, 2025 by Chicago Parentโs writer, Sarah Knieff. The update included her research to feature the latest information. Questions? Please reach out to editor@chicagoparent.com.
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