American Flatbread Brighton is family friendly establishment serving real food with a focus of local and organic ingredients. There are nine candlepin bowling lanes at the restaurant, which is part of the Boston Landing development and is a ton of fun for groups of friends and family. Along with an organic salad and handcrafted desserts from regional New England producers, the menu focuses on a variety of flatbread options.

Pizza and bowling are the perfect family-friendly date night activity. Parents can feel good about pizza night because Flatbread's wood-fired pizzas are of the highest quality and contain only locally sourced and organic ingredients. A game of candlepin bowling is also available for the whole family to enjoy. Following that, children will adore desserts like Matt's Maine Root Beer Float and Barbara's Homemade Ice Cream Sandwich.

A large upstairs space at Flatbread in Brighton has movable tables and plenty of space for kids to run around in between bites of pizza. Plus, there’s a good beer selection for parents and several varieties of pizza and salads.

• Google rating: 4.6/5.0
• Opening Hours: Tue to Thu 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM, Fri to Sun 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  
• Website: https://americanflatbread.com/locations/brighton-ma/
• Phone: +1 617-903-4595
• Address: 76 Guest St, Boston, MA 02135

The name says it all with this restaurant, it truly feels like a New England summer day even in the dead of winter inside Summer Shack. It offers food that the whole family will enjoy, including classic and distinctive seafood dishes for parents and straightforward, homemade meals for kids.

There are communal picnic tables, cotton candy-blue leather booths, and a lively raw bar with clams, crab claws, oysters, and jumbo shrimp inside. There, seafood is served as the main course and comes with pleasant surprises like fried buffalo shrimp, shrimp lobster wontons, Portuguese mussels, and a crabmeat club sandwich. The pan-roasted lobster with bourbon, chervil, and chives at Jasper White is a must-order specialty dish.

Other specialties include whole roasted local flounder with brown butter, a spiced-up fisherman's stew and fiery-hot jerked fish. Sunday nights at Summer Shack in Cambridge were made for kids. In addition to the usual bucket of crayons and craft paper to draw on, there’s a sundae bar and balloon animals. Summer Shack is unquestionably one of the best family restaurants in Boston.

• Google rating: 4.3/5.0
• Opening Hours: Mon to Thu 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Fri to Sun 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
  
• Website: https://www.summershackrestaurant.com/
• Phone: +1 617-867-9955
  
• Address: 50 Dalton St, Boston, MA 02115

The Paramount, one of the best family restaurants in Boston, serves a breakfast buffet that is suitable for children and families in the cafeteria style. A frequent "Best of Boston" award winner, the restaurant is a perennial favorite among locals and tourists, especially for brunch on the weekends, when lines often stretch down the street.

You should arrive at this popular Beacon Hill breakfast spot early to avoid having to wait in an absurdly long line. Fans form a line that extends from the street and wraps around the venue, forming around the open kitchen where chefs prepare delectable dishes like caramel & banana french toast, malted Belgian waffles, as well as buttermilk pancakes with fresh fruit, chocolate chips, and apple cinnamon.

Customizable omelets and breakfast sandwiches are on the menu, too, as are fresh salads and sandwiches later in the day for lunch and dinner. After placing your order, you'll pay at the counter and either sit at one of the coveted in-house tables, or take your order to-go and eat in the Public Garden.

• Google rating: 4.3/5.0
• Opening Hours: Mon to Sun 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM & 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM
• Website: https://www.paramountboston.com/
• Phone: +1 617-720-1152
• Address: 44 Charles St, Boston, MA 02114

The entire 20,000 square feet of Legal Seafood Harborside, which is right next to Temazcal, is breathtaking. The restaurant's multiple levels are divided into various dining areas. When you enter, there is a raw bar on the first floor, which is for casual dining. The patio is nothing short of spectacular—your kids can watch the boats come in and also see the planes take off from Logan Airport across the harbor. You can glimpse oyster-shucking action at the informal first-floor dining room, which has counter seating the length of the semi-open kitchen. Here, the menu focuses on raw bar items, soups, salads, pastas, crowd-pleasing seafood faves, and wood-grilled dishes.

The second floor is a perfect space for celebrating a special occasion. This floor is the epitome of fine dining with an elegant, carpeted space reminiscent of a ship’s captain’s quarters, and an upscale, fish-focused menu.

The Legal Harborside's third floor is a deck with a retractable roof for the summer time. It is reserved for private dining, but the roof deck and bar—complete with a retractable roof—is wildly popular with after-work and pre-concert crowds, who can often be found noshing on sushi and sandwiches.There is also a copper fireplace for chilly nights.

• Google rating: 4.4/5.0
• Opening Hours: Sun to Thu 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM, Fri to Sat 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM
  
• Website: https://www.legalseafoods.com/
• Phone: +1 617-477-2900
  
• Address: 270 Northern Ave, Boston, MA 02210

Redbones is a well-known and much-loved restaurant, located in Somerville, Massachusetts. Since its inception in 1987, Redbones has grown to be a favorite among many people, probably as a result of its downhome-style Southern cuisine, distinctive ambiance, and genuinely welcoming staff.

There are plenty of barbecue classics on the menu, including pulled pork and baby back ribs, that are delectable and served in ample quantities to sate even the biggest appetites. It's the ideal place to enjoy a few craft beers in a laid-back, informal atmosphere. Redbones makes it simple to sip on a cold beverage while you wait for a table with more than 20 options available (reservations are not accepted).

If dinner were not enough of a bargain because most meals fall in the low to mid teens, go for lunch, at 8.99 the combo plate can't be beaten. Families can enjoy a meal at Redbones as the acoustics are amped up and a little extra noise will not be noticed. Plus, the $6.00 kids meal menu offers your young ones lots of options, including a side dish and a drink.

• Google rating: 4.4/5.0
• Opening Hours: Tue to Sun 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  
• Website: https://redbones.com/
• Phone: +1 617-628-2200
  
• Address: 55 Chester St, Somerville, MA 02144

There are dozens of places in the Boston area to get a delicious bite to eat, but only some restaurants are true Massachusetts institutions. Mr. Bartley’s Gourmet Burger’s, also known as Mr. Bartley’s Burger Cottage, is a true landmark in Harvard Square. Not only has this burger restaurant been featured on many television shows, but it’s been voted the best burger in America over and over. Whether you’re a local that has known and loved Mr. Bartley’s for decades, or a newcomer that’s ready to get a taste, there’s arguably no better place for a burger than Mr. Bartley’s in Cambridge.

Topping ranges from simple cheese to more gourmet concoctions named after current pop icons, cultural items and area haunts, and served on everything from buns to beds of lettuce. Mr. Bartley's does not stop at burgers, they also offer a small entree menu, a selection of sandwiches, salads, and even an array of appetizers that include killer fried-to-order onion rings, gravy fries and even fishcakes. Add a frappe and dinner and dessert are done. Furthermore, Mr. Bartley's super casual atmosphere is really ideal for families who want a great burger.

• Google rating: 4.3/5.0
• Opening Hours: Tue to Sat 11:30 AM - 7:30 PM
• Website: https://www.mrbartley.com/
• Phone: +1 617-354-6559
• Address: 1246 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138

Billed as “The Most Authentic Italian Restaurant,” Antico Forno makes it hard to dispute the statement. Spacious enough to accommodate a weeknight impulse visit, family in tow, this mainstay in Boston’s North End manages a cozy mom-and-pop atmosphere with the world-class traditional cuisine. The pizzas made in Antico Forno's brick oven and topped with homemade Italian sausage and mozzarella are its specialty. The only thing that really sets apart this reasonably priced North End institution is its traditional thin-crusted Neapolitan pizzas baked in a wood-fired brick oven.

However, Antico Forno is much more than just a place to get pizza; it also serves distinctly savory and fresh Southern Italian food in general. A variety of hearty pasta dishes, including linguine baked in parchment with tomato sauce and a substantial serving of shellfish, along with other "spot-on" Southern Italian fare, served in a casual and relaxed setting, will warm the soul and satisfy even the most ravenous appetite, which is stoked by a glimpse of the wood-burning stove.

This bustling eatery is strong evidence that dining in the North End need not always entail slurping spaghetti in cramped quarters. Antico Forno offers a full bar, a private dining room, and delicious food at affordable prices. Because of the location's popularity, making reservations in advance is strongly advised.

• Google rating: 4.4/5.0
• Opening Hours: Tue to Thu 3:30 PM - 10:00 PM, Fri to Sat 11:30 AM - 10:30 PM, Sun 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
  
• Website: https://www.anticofornoboston.com/
• Phone: +1 617-723-6733
  
• Address: 93 Salem St, Boston, MA 02113

This stunning restaurant combines trademark authentic, upscale Mexican cuisine and a stylish, festive atmosphere. Just steps from the Seaport Hotel, Bay State Cruise lines to Cape Cod and the Blue Hills Pavilion, Rosa Mexicano offers Boston a truly unique destination and dining experience.

Rosa Mexicano may draw large crowds as a result of its location in the popular Seaport District, but patrons keep coming back because of the restaurant's outstanding service, mouthwatering food, and upbeat atmosphere. Even at lunchtime, there may be a wait to eat at this popular restaurant, but a seat at the bar is just as comfortable as one in the dining room.

Their servers are not afraid to make a recommendation that you should take because they know the menu well. Along with the tuna ceviche and a plate of tacos, the table-side guacamole is a requirement. The decor is more modern Mexican, think subdued tones. You can complete your Mexican meal with one of their specialty drinks or beer cocktails, making it one you won't soon forget. Rosa Mexicano's lively atmosphere and kids menu keep it packed with kids, especially in the afternoon.

• Google rating: 3.9/5.0
• Opening Hours: Sun to Wed 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM, Thu 11:30 AM - 10:30 PM, Fri to Sat 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM
  
• Website: https://www.rosamexicano.com/
• Phone: +1 617-476-6122
• Address: 155 Seaport Blvd, Boston, MA 02210

Outside of Brewer’s Fork in Charlestown, the expansive patio is perfect for accommodating families and large groups, and the restaurant provides high chairs. While there is no separate children's menu, co-owner Michael Cooney claims that the standard lunch, dinner, and brunch menus have new options for families.

The industrial-chic space, with its beamed wood ceilings, exposed brick, granite bar tops, and function-over-form metal-and-wood furniture, complements the casual food and friendly service. You’ll find this hip spot known for its wood-fired pizzas and craft beer. Using local ingredients, this place takes a hard break from tradition, dressing its gourmet pies with some seriously unconventional toppings that would make native Neapolitans shudder. Crust-lovers will be especially impressed by Brewer’s Fork’s dough, which comes out of the oven with a perfect rise and ample air-bubbles for optimal mouthfeel.

Brewer's Fork is Charlestown's best weeknight pizza takeout, family-friendly dining destination, date-night wine bar with oysters. The no-reservations establishment has one of the largest beer and wine cellars in Boston, as well as a gleaming 30-tap draft system serving a variety of beer styles curated to complement the food and friendly vibe.

• Google rating: 4.6/5.0
• Opening Hours: Mon to Fri 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM, Sat to Sun 10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
• Phone: +1 617-337-5703
• Website: http://brewersfork.com/
• Address: 7 Moulton St, Charlestown, MA 02129

The Stockyard is a classic American Tavern that has served quality food and drinks to the greater Boston area for over 40 years. Located just outside the city, this historical restaurant has served as a Boston landmark, viewable from the Mass Pike. A 150-car parking lot, multiple private function venues, and a 200-seated dining area make the Stockyard a Boston rarity.

This longtime Allston spot has high chairs and booster seats, and its designated kids’ menu features items for $6. Little guys and gals will love dining at this restaurant, which offers a family-friendly environment and menu. Options include grilled cheese, cheese pizza, a cheeseburger, grilled chicken, pasta, and chicken strips with french fries. The menu also has a few games and word scramble.

This restaurant has a full bar stocked with the best wine, beer, and more. Little guys and gals will also love dining at this restaurant, which offers a family-friendly environment and menu. A great space for entertaining large parties, consider reserving the private room at Stockyard Restaurant for your next big event. Dine out in the open during Stockyard Restaurant's summer season when patio tables are available for use. Complimentary wifi is available as well. Stockyard Restaurant is a dog-friendly establishment, so bring your pup along.

• Google rating: 4.5/5.0
• Opening Hours: Mon to Wed 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Thu & Sun 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Fri to Sat 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• Phone: +1 617-782-4700
• Website: https://www.stockyardrestaurant.com/
• Address: 135 Market St, Brighton, MA 02135