My husband did work on the exterior of the building when the two daughters were just little girls. He ate there a ton because the food is good, you get a lot and mostly because of the family. I still remember the first time he took me there, almost felt like I was meeting his parents & sisters.
The last time we went to Old Spaghetti Factory, we waited over an hour for our food (on a night that wasn’t very busy at all) that didn’t even taste good 🥲 Out toddlers order came out cold & the long wait pushed us past bedtime, it was not a good experience.
Their food is so bad though, it’s just very plain for what it is.
Like literally just plain noodles and a can of spaghetti sauce. Better spending else where imo
Montana’s can be so hit or miss. Went there with buddies one time, our appetizers were amazing and the main course was like a 5/10. Went with a different crew, main course was like a 8/10. It’s a gamble, but I’m never really disappointed when I go
True, but the question was not “what restaurant is a good value?”, they were asking about restaurants that are kid friendly. Boston Pizza is super kid friendly, they have lots of choices on the kids menu, free dessert for kids that order off the kids menu, kids eat free promotions, and a frickin’ treasure chest.
This is not Winnipeg technically but Half Moon or Skinners! Husband stays outside with the kids to let them run around while I order and bring out the food. By the time I’m back with food the kids have gotten their wiggles out and they sit well to eat. When they’re done they can run around again until it’s time for ice cream.
Feast! They brought our kids two giant tubs of toys so the grownups could converse. There is a child friendly menu, and unlike Boston Pizza, the food is delicious.
Always and forever! I love the cafeteria feel for some reason, and the food is perfect healthy industrial slop. In heaven, I bet the prison kitchens are run by IKEA.
Scout Coffee + Community is THE place to go with your littles. It’s Winnipeg’s only “play cafe”. It has great specialty coffees, teas, smoothies, soups, sandwiches, donuts made in house, ice cream and so much more. In addition to that, they have a small merchandise area to shop in with unique items (check out their baby wearing stock). If you wish to bring the pupper with you, you can sit on the patio. Follow them on Instagram or check out their webpage for upcoming events. scoutwinnipeg.com
As someone who works there, I seriously loved seeing this and not having to vouch for my own place of work. 😂 Thank you for this and the support, my boss is gonna be thrilled to hear aha. We appreciate you!
That's the beauty of this place...the kiddies play with each other and the caregivers get to kick back and have a delicious beverage and food while relaxing in a welcoming community. With it's sunny, yellow interior, wall to wall windows and smiling, friendly staff it is really a happy place!
Oh, you have got to check it out. Follow their on-line schedule for when they have special characters coming in. They just had Spiderman but the Disney Princesses are always a big hit as well as Poppy, Bippi, Paw Patrol etc. etc. Just know that weekends are birthday party time and that's when it become take out only, which you can enjoy outdoors on the patio. It is all posted on thier schedule.
I went here without knowing it was a family type of place but regardless, the barista was drinking Starbucks.
What's the point? You literally work in a coffee shop with better coffee than Starbucks and can make it yourself, probably for free.
We went to Smitty's and were impressed. They don't just give crayons, but actual toys that are better than the typical happy meal ones. A cool folding block puzzle, and a fidget spinner. It's only mid-tier for food, but my kiddo had a good time.
Apparently that was started during the Covid craze and they never bothered going back. I’ve noticed a few inconveniences left over from that time. 🤷♀️
I see a lot of families at Ye's but it's also loud AF. Bonus of a buffet is you can get food quickly. Kids age 6+ also like to choose and take a look at all the options. Younger ones can be given a plate their adult makes for them.
Wall Street Slice honestly is great. Single slice pizza options, so everyone gets their own choice. Great house made (kid friendly) drinks. A window inside so kids can draw. Environment is chill, kind, and delicious. My go-to with 2 kids!
Mongos, Garwood Gril, Falafel Place. Any brunch/lunch type of place also. I’m not a fan of places that only offer junk for kids. Chicken fingers, mac ‘n cheese. Usually offered with a single carrot slice and bottomless juice. My kids never went for that stuff.
As someone posted earlier, Vietnamese places have better options as well.
in my opinion i feel like society today has slowly become anti kid friendly… examples : mcdonald’s removing the play structures , the forks having literally no colour in their play structure. it’s all brown. and people buying toys that are only aesthetically pleasing rather than being fun.
My kids love Ben and florintines, they have a kids menu. The donuts and eggs are their favourite meal.
And amai Sushi: They have a kids bento box and training chop sticks.
Also Hungs chinese is very chill to eat in. Not a lot of customers to piss off.
They also love famous Dave’s BBQ, the pogos are their favourite.
When they ask to go out that’s where they ask to go.
Neither do I. But they have a literal kids dance section and my two kids loved it? Believe me that place ain’t perfect but for kid friendly? I can’t think of many places I’ve been to recently that had them as excited
Bleh. Food is decent but service is awful and the place just doesn’t work as a restaurant. Especially in winter. They had the heat set to about 16.
Decor is also severely lacking for a “theme” restaurant.
They have potential but are falling behind in the execution, I'd love to see more kitschy stuff there. The kids space is just an empty walk in closet with strobe lights labelled as a disco room (example of missed theme)
Honestly, Hooters has my vote. Kids eat free on the weekends, the food has been great, and they have a kids menu. There I've never been disappointed in the food or service.
carlos and murphy's seems pretty good for families on the restaurant side. menu's basically canadian tex mex -- nachos, wings, tacos, burgers. I sit in the lounge side which is 18+, but on the way out i see families enjoying themselves.
edit: i rethink the idea of "*most* child friendly" here i guess, trying to think of where parents would want to go, too. i seriously CANNOT recommend McDonald's, and i am not sure if people doing so are being facetious or just lazy or hate kids. Take that, internal organs!
Not necessarily traditionally thought of as child friendly but these are our faves: We love going to Stella’s and Rae & Jerry’s (the lounge side) with our kids. The patio at the Stella’s on Grant is especially fantastic if you bring magnatiles (the tables are metal so everything sticks to them). At Rae and Jerry’s we order them fruit and ice cream right away (which comes out within a few minutes) and then order them chicken fingers and fries. It’s excellent. If I’m going out with my tiny humans I want a delicious meal too, which is why we love these places.
Bodegoes. It was called The Lineup for a long time. They’re down in the Exchange District around the corner from Smoke’s Poutinerie, which is also a pretty chill place.
Old Spaghetti Factory Any restaurant where the old Greek owner is sitting around.
Garwood Grill comes to mind. Love that place. Love that family.
My husband did work on the exterior of the building when the two daughters were just little girls. He ate there a ton because the food is good, you get a lot and mostly because of the family. I still remember the first time he took me there, almost felt like I was meeting his parents & sisters.
The last time we went to Old Spaghetti Factory, we waited over an hour for our food (on a night that wasn’t very busy at all) that didn’t even taste good 🥲 Out toddlers order came out cold & the long wait pushed us past bedtime, it was not a good experience.
Their food is so bad though, it’s just very plain for what it is. Like literally just plain noodles and a can of spaghetti sauce. Better spending else where imo
Lol im guessing you have never been to the pony coral then
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I would say any restaurants with a children’s menu is pretty child friendly, that said, Montana’s and Boston Pizza would be most child friendly.
Bonus to Montana's for crayons and a table of paper to draw on!
Also for being racists
On an unrelated note. I ordered a pulled pork sandwich from Montana's and it was so bland I though I had COVID.
It is related, though. Go to any reddit thread about the best restaurants in winnipeg. The restaurants listed there are not child friendly.
Montana’s can be so hit or miss. Went there with buddies one time, our appetizers were amazing and the main course was like a 5/10. Went with a different crew, main course was like a 8/10. It’s a gamble, but I’m never really disappointed when I go
I like the Mac and cheese though.
They almost killed me by giving me an allergic reaction bad enough i needed to go to the hospital. I’ll never return
Find yourself in the south, stop at Perry's BBQ, and I would say the best in Florida for a pulled pork sandwich.
Noted. I do enjoy a good pulled pork sandwich.
Boston pizza is a rip off The quality of food is not worth the price
True, but the question was not “what restaurant is a good value?”, they were asking about restaurants that are kid friendly. Boston Pizza is super kid friendly, they have lots of choices on the kids menu, free dessert for kids that order off the kids menu, kids eat free promotions, and a frickin’ treasure chest.
they have a treasure chest!?
Boston pizza. Has a toy box. Crayons with colouring pages. Kid menu with kid member discount. And It's adequate food for adults.
Wait, they have a toy box? Does every location have this? It's our top pick to bring the kids to as well, but we've never seen or been offered a toy.
The ones I've been too have it at the entry by the front reception desk. A box full or little items.
Interesting, thanks!
BP is so entry level it's leaning to the side of trash.
This is not Winnipeg technically but Half Moon or Skinners! Husband stays outside with the kids to let them run around while I order and bring out the food. By the time I’m back with food the kids have gotten their wiggles out and they sit well to eat. When they’re done they can run around again until it’s time for ice cream.
RIP Chuck E Cheese 😔
Feast! They brought our kids two giant tubs of toys so the grownups could converse. There is a child friendly menu, and unlike Boston Pizza, the food is delicious.
Boston Pizza
IKEA
Here right now!!!! Meatttttttballlllssss
Lingonberrryyyyyyy
Always and forever! I love the cafeteria feel for some reason, and the food is perfect healthy industrial slop. In heaven, I bet the prison kitchens are run by IKEA.
Pancake House and Sals are both go-to’s for us!
Sals is great!
Sals is goated.
Scout Coffee + Community is THE place to go with your littles. It’s Winnipeg’s only “play cafe”. It has great specialty coffees, teas, smoothies, soups, sandwiches, donuts made in house, ice cream and so much more. In addition to that, they have a small merchandise area to shop in with unique items (check out their baby wearing stock). If you wish to bring the pupper with you, you can sit on the patio. Follow them on Instagram or check out their webpage for upcoming events. scoutwinnipeg.com
LOVE this place
I love this place so much. They social club saved my sanity when my sun was under 1
As someone who works there, I seriously loved seeing this and not having to vouch for my own place of work. 😂 Thank you for this and the support, my boss is gonna be thrilled to hear aha. We appreciate you!
I was going to say Scout!! The best because you know all the patrons are expecting the presence of kids and won’t be offended by them haha
That's the beauty of this place...the kiddies play with each other and the caregivers get to kick back and have a delicious beverage and food while relaxing in a welcoming community. With it's sunny, yellow interior, wall to wall windows and smiling, friendly staff it is really a happy place!
wow i never knew about this place , it looks so awesome
Oh, you have got to check it out. Follow their on-line schedule for when they have special characters coming in. They just had Spiderman but the Disney Princesses are always a big hit as well as Poppy, Bippi, Paw Patrol etc. etc. Just know that weekends are birthday party time and that's when it become take out only, which you can enjoy outdoors on the patio. It is all posted on thier schedule.
I went here without knowing it was a family type of place but regardless, the barista was drinking Starbucks. What's the point? You literally work in a coffee shop with better coffee than Starbucks and can make it yourself, probably for free.
Not in winnipeg, but pine ridge hollow. Kids go out to pet the goats right when they're done and one of us gets to finish a meal in peace lol
NuBurger at Pine Ridge is good for that. Kids meal is pretty reasonable and parents can order a beer.
We’ve done Smitty’s a few times and it’s always pretty chill
We went to Smitty's and were impressed. They don't just give crayons, but actual toys that are better than the typical happy meal ones. A cool folding block puzzle, and a fidget spinner. It's only mid-tier for food, but my kiddo had a good time.
Which Smitty's. The one in Meadowood just does the crayons and a booklet of games.
And their kids meals are basically the same size as regular meals.
Montanas, old spaghetti factory
McDonald’s.
Only the few ones left with play place
Some does not even allow refills of their fountain drinks now
Apparently that was started during the Covid craze and they never bothered going back. I’ve noticed a few inconveniences left over from that time. 🤷♀️
Here's a trick I learned when there's a no refill sign. I refill anyways because who cares it's McDonald's.
In the ghettooooooo
Mongo's. Kids eat free on Tuesdays. You can load them up with veggies and protein and they'll actually eat it.
Watt Street Bistro. Yummy Vietnamese foor for thoes that like it and delicious canadian food for kids and prefer it. Always kids there
Any Vietnamese place! They love children and most have a very simple rice and chicken plate. Or your kids can eat off your plate.
I see a lot of families at Ye's but it's also loud AF. Bonus of a buffet is you can get food quickly. Kids age 6+ also like to choose and take a look at all the options. Younger ones can be given a plate their adult makes for them.
I love that you said “their adult” instead of “his or her mom or dad”
My kids' (6 and 2) favourite restaurants are nuburger and five guys lol
Ikea! For real awesome dine out experience with little kids
Wall Street Slice honestly is great. Single slice pizza options, so everyone gets their own choice. Great house made (kid friendly) drinks. A window inside so kids can draw. Environment is chill, kind, and delicious. My go-to with 2 kids!
Mongos, Garwood Gril, Falafel Place. Any brunch/lunch type of place also. I’m not a fan of places that only offer junk for kids. Chicken fingers, mac ‘n cheese. Usually offered with a single carrot slice and bottomless juice. My kids never went for that stuff. As someone posted earlier, Vietnamese places have better options as well.
in my opinion i feel like society today has slowly become anti kid friendly… examples : mcdonald’s removing the play structures , the forks having literally no colour in their play structure. it’s all brown. and people buying toys that are only aesthetically pleasing rather than being fun.
I agree with you !
At BDI the kids cones are like 25 cents cheaper than a small and are half the size. Definitely an FU to parents.
so... just get the small?
Cora’s
My kids love Ben and florintines, they have a kids menu. The donuts and eggs are their favourite meal. And amai Sushi: They have a kids bento box and training chop sticks. Also Hungs chinese is very chill to eat in. Not a lot of customers to piss off. They also love famous Dave’s BBQ, the pogos are their favourite. When they ask to go out that’s where they ask to go.
Dreamland diner
Kids don't care about the 1950s 😅
But they love ice cream and hot dogs and it's a family friendly place with high chairs, so there's that.
Neither do I. But they have a literal kids dance section and my two kids loved it? Believe me that place ain’t perfect but for kid friendly? I can’t think of many places I’ve been to recently that had them as excited
Bleh. Food is decent but service is awful and the place just doesn’t work as a restaurant. Especially in winter. They had the heat set to about 16. Decor is also severely lacking for a “theme” restaurant.
They have potential but are falling behind in the execution, I'd love to see more kitschy stuff there. The kids space is just an empty walk in closet with strobe lights labelled as a disco room (example of missed theme)
I usually only see boomers and their adult children entering and exiting that establishment.
you watch the place closely?
I walk by daily, and they also have *windows*. Thanks for asking.
BP
old spaghetti factory hands down
Grandma's kitchen
McDonald’s.
Falafel on Corydon is very forgiving and gives kids paper bags and crayons to make puppets. It’s amazing food and prices are good!
Honestly, Hooters has my vote. Kids eat free on the weekends, the food has been great, and they have a kids menu. There I've never been disappointed in the food or service.
The kids menu at The Oakwood Cafe is adorable and it’s great food too. Junction 59 has a good kids menu and generous portions.
I went to Olive Garden once and there were multiple children crawling on the floors without anyone batting an eye so there’s that.
Boston pizza
Sals
Santa Lucia has great food and when I took my daughter there there was a lot of families there. Not super crowded either
The Keg also has a really great kids menu, although I never thought of it as a kid friendly restaurant.
carlos and murphy's seems pretty good for families on the restaurant side. menu's basically canadian tex mex -- nachos, wings, tacos, burgers. I sit in the lounge side which is 18+, but on the way out i see families enjoying themselves. edit: i rethink the idea of "*most* child friendly" here i guess, trying to think of where parents would want to go, too. i seriously CANNOT recommend McDonald's, and i am not sure if people doing so are being facetious or just lazy or hate kids. Take that, internal organs!
It depends on your kids. There is almost no restaurant I wouldn't take my kids since they were 8 and 5.
Hooters
Hooters
No honestly they are amazing with kids, never took my own but always see them being stellar
Breakfast Smitty’s
Not necessarily traditionally thought of as child friendly but these are our faves: We love going to Stella’s and Rae & Jerry’s (the lounge side) with our kids. The patio at the Stella’s on Grant is especially fantastic if you bring magnatiles (the tables are metal so everything sticks to them). At Rae and Jerry’s we order them fruit and ice cream right away (which comes out within a few minutes) and then order them chicken fingers and fries. It’s excellent. If I’m going out with my tiny humans I want a delicious meal too, which is why we love these places.
Smittys is pretty good. Child menu, colouring and a toy.
Mc Donald’s.
Your own home
Smitty’s on Kenaston
Bodegoes. It was called The Lineup for a long time. They’re down in the Exchange District around the corner from Smoke’s Poutinerie, which is also a pretty chill place.
Eat at home so we don’t have to listen to your sniveling snot rags. Or mcdonalds.
No
The keg