This metro Detroit mini-chain specializes in burgers, salads, and fresh juices, but the restaurant also caters to kids’ tastes. Young people can find options like cheese burgers, organic peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, and gourmet hot dogs on children’s menu. The $5 meals are rounded off with a choice of fries, chips, or a healthy apple. For something sweet, Brome also serves shakes and concretes with mix-ins like Reese’s peanut butter cups and caramel corn.

Corktown’s neighborhood brewery is popular with kids and adults alike. Batch’s menu features lots of pub food that’s also good for kids including options like pasties, pretzels, and fried arancini, not to mention bread pudding for dessert. The owners were conscious to outfit the bathrooms with changing tables and there are also lots of board games available to keep children and grownups entertained.

With its laidback atmosphere and extensive list of sandwiches, Mudgie’s Deli is a sure bet for groups. The restaurant also offers a brief selection of $6 sandwich meals for children under 8 years old. That list includes items like designer peanut butter sandwiches, a grilled cheese sandwich, or a custom kid-sized sandwich or salad. Though not strictly on the kids’ menu, there’s also milkshakes and ice cream for dessert.

There’s a reason families frequent this noodle bar mini chain. Ima’s lively atmosphere is kid-friendly and offers a short list of items geared towards children under 12 including options like butter udon noodles with root veggies, chicken noodle soup, steamed rice with veggies, and a rotation of seasonal fruits for a healthy snack.

This expansive Mexican restaurant in Southwest Detroit is a favorite for big groups and particularly families with kids. Children can munch on approachable options at Taqueria Mi Pueblo such as breaded and fried milanesa (with a choice of chicken or steak) or kid-sized burritos. Each kids meal comes with a choice of french fries or rice and beans.

While the name references an R-rated film, Royale With Cheese has become a popular destination for families thanks to its big burgers and sandwiches often oozing with cheese fondue. The restaurant features a handful of smaller portioned items like macaroni and cheese, Lil’ Burgers, and chicken tenders with a choice of sauce for children to enjoy. The colorful custard shakes mixed with treats like Fruity Pebbles and Cinnamon Toast Crunch are also a big draw for kids for obvious reasons.

Seva is known for its vegetarian-friendly children’s menu, which features options like macaroni and cheese, quesadillas with yam fries, and tofu scrambles. The menu is available for kids under 12 and even features word searches and tic-tac-toe for a bit of entertainment at the table.

Buddy’s is great for family gatherings with plenty of big tables and crispy-edged Detroit-style pizza for sharing. For children that don’t care for pizza, the old-school establishment offers options like chicken strips, pasta, and kid-sized sundaes.

Berkley favorite Vinsetta Garage is known for its Americana-inspired atmosphere and comfort food menu packed with burgers, macaroni and cheese, and spaghetti that’s appropriate for parents looking for an adult meal, but also appealing to kids. The restaurant also features high chairs for children who need a little help reaching the table and crayons to keep them busy while they eat.

With its Alice in Wonderland-themed decor, it’s no surprise that Mad Hatter Bistro is popular with kiddos and their parents. The restaurant offers children’s menus for kids 10 and under with options like chicken fingers, Nutella-banana sandwiches, and buttermilk pancakes during brunch. Families can also reserve seats at the bistro for adorable children’s tea parties.

Indian street food spot NeeHee’s truly offers something for everyone. The casual, vegetarian-friendly mini chain offers a formidable selection of dishes including 10 options geared towards kids. The feast of flavors ranges from kids’ menu standard bearers like grilled cheese sandwiches to paneer burgers and cheese and jam dosas.