Restaurant Rescue

Yes, we know. Dining out used to mean fabulous food, candlelight and linen napkins at our favourite little bistro. But now that we have kids, eating looks quite a bit different. Even if that cute bistro does have change tables and crayons, we don’t want to be on pins and needles over our little ones’ behaviour and table manners. That’s where the kid-friendly chain restaurants come in. Sure, there’s a bit more noise and overhead light, but the worry-free atmosphere is what brings us in the door.

Cora  
We adore Cora—where else will someone cut up all that fruit just for us? While there are teen and kid menus on offer, the entire menu is child-friendly, so we tend to opt for a dish called the Seventh of July, a crepe-and-French-toast combo smothered with fruit. (Eat Here!)
Montana’s
Enjoy the wealth of options at Montana’s, including kid-sized BBQ ribs with a side of baked beans. It’s a great way to introduce kids to this messy but delicious dish where someone else will wipe the table (okay, and also the chairs). Good to Know: Members of the kids’ club get a free meal on their birthday. (Eat Here!)

We’ve put together this guide to family dining so you can all enjoy some tasty grub that you didn’t have to cook! Bon appétit, indeed.

Keep clicking to see the rest of our fave low-key eateries in our 10 Best Chain Restaurants.