8 Kid-Friendly Mexican Restaurants in Vancouver

It’s a known fact: kids love Mexican food. The flavours are pleasing to their little palates—which suits us just fine. We’ve rounded up the best kid-friendly Mexican restaurants in Vancouver. ¡Buen provecho!

We know you’re not supposed to play favourites, but Sal y Limon (salt and lime) at Kingsway and Fraser is our favourite Mexican restaurant in Vancouver. The food selection is diverse, from tacos and burritos to huaraches and tortas. We love everything here: from the hot sauce bar to the Mexican art on the walls to the kiddos play area. More info here.

La Casita at Cordova and Abbott is a popular Mexican Gastown locale. The space is fun, colourful and there are always families about. Check out their daily specials. We’re a fan of their $3 taco Tuesdays and $6 burrito (and for moms and dads, $3 margarita) Mondays. They also have lunch specials and offer up a free meal on your birthday! More info here.

Located on West 4th (at Maple), Las Margaritas has an extensive menu and a great happy hour. (Monday to Friday from 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm.) They’re also super kid-friendly: they have crayons, a kid’s menu and even kiddo margaritas! After you’re done devouring all that Mexican food, head to the beach. It’s less than a 15 minute walk away. More info here.

Tacofino is a Vancouver institution, with locations in Hastings-Sunrise, Gastown, Yaletown and two food trucks. They specialize in California and Mexican-inspired beach food, like tacos, nachos, burritos and tortilla soup. Tacofino tends to be quite busy, so it’s best to bring along older kiddos that aren’t bothered by the noise and bustling activity. More info here.

Las Tortas is an award-winning Mexican sandwich shop on Cambie (at 17th.) They serve a variety of delicious (and affordable) Mexican favourites, but their tortas (sandwiches) are the most popular. All of the ingredients are locally sourced and everything is made in-house. The space is cozy and the staff is very friendly. More info here.

We’ve talked about the brunch at Bandidas before, but this vegetarian Mexican restaurant at Commercial and 12th is worth mentioning again. The space is fun, vibrant and very kid-friendly. The kiddos will love the fun art on the walls and the children’s play area. And, the food? Even carnivores will fall in love with their veggie menu. More info here.

Los Cuervos on Kingsway (one block west of Fraser and Sal y Limon) is a funky Mexican restaurant. They have a popular happy hour; and they’re very kid-friendly. One Vancouver momma we spoke to says she brings her 15-month old there for happy hour nearly every week. They have all the favourites, as well as: churros. Sign us up! More info here.

Topanga Café on West 4th (at Bayswater) is a long-running California-style Mexican restaurant that serves up taco salads, enchiladas, chimichangas and more. Be sure to try their epic house made chocolate cake. Kids will love their fun colouring sheets. Fun fact: this popular spot was featured on the Food Network TV show You Gotta Eat Here!. More info here.