Diners' Choice: Kid-friendly restaurants in Nashville

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for the best restaurants that are kid friendly in Nashville? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Emmy Squared Pizza - Green Hills

4.8

4.8 (368)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

Green Hills

About the restaurant

Serving Detroit-style pizzas and an award-winning burger. Full service bar, local drafts & wine selection.

**Join us for Brunch Saturday and Sunday mornings!**

Top review

Liz

Dined 4 days ago

We had the pizza and it was fantastic. We will be back.

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Buca di Beppo - Cool Springs

4.7

4.7 (1132)

$30 and under

Italian

Franklin

About the restaurant

If you are looking for an Italian Restaurant in Franklin, TN then come to Buca. Our Italian Restaurant serves Authentic Family Style Italian Food. Check out the Americana Music Association, the Franklin Theatre, and the Carnton Plantation, then head over to Galleria Boulevard to fill up on Franklin, TN's favorite Italian dishes.

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Trina

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

Atmosphere is amazing and food delicious! Get the tiramisu and take it home.

Elliston Place Soda Shop

4.7

4.7 (151)

$30 and under

Southern

Midtown

About the restaurant

We’re one part soda shop, one part meat-and-three, and one hundred percent bona fide Southern eatery. We cook each meal fresh from scratch daily, following time-tested recipes and honoring our founder’s meat-and-three legacy. Bring the kids around for a treat, grab lunch with friends, or drop by for a shake and fries. And did we mention the pies?

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Ginny

Dined on Dec 1, 2024

We always love visiting this restaurant. It has wonderful food, service is great, and just has cozy vibes.

Kokomo Trading Company

4.7

4.7 (125)

$30 and under

Caribbean

Franklin

About the restaurant

Island inspired, music city infused. Kokomo Trading Company is a fusion of delicious chef-created cuisine, extraordinary beverages, and exceptional live music. Familiar and exotic flavors that satisfy and immerse our guests in an atmosphere of warmth, relaxation, adventure and the Spirit of community.

Executive chef and one of three owners, David Morrow, was born and raised on the Emerald island of Ireland. David was recognized early on for his outstanding ability in the Culinary Arts. He was eventually recruited and trained by Irish Celebrity Chef and television personality, Neven Maguire, at the world famous MacNean House. Chef Morrow brings his passion for excellence in food along with years of experience and love for agriculture, farming, producing and sourcing only the finest, nutrient rich products.

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Jessica

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

Loved my experience here! They have great service and high quality food. The food was flavorful and delicious without sacrificing quality. It has a fun atmosphere, perfect for date night or a night out with friends. I got the salmon and my husband got the lobster pasta, both were excellent. We got the brownie for dessert (gluten free) and it was delicious.

Doughbird - Nashville

4.6

4.6 (306)

$30 and under

American

Green Hills

About the restaurant

Nothing else can quite satisfy cravings for comfort food quite like the offbeat combination of house-made pizza and tender, juicy rotisserie chicken. Sip on inventive craft cocktails with fresh juices and homemade ingredients alongside local beers and a menu of wines to pair with every delicious bite. Our dishes are sure to indulge the most flavorful of appetites. Come in and find your flavor!

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Meg

Dined 5 days ago

We all loved our pizzas and humus. We were all excited about a delicious new option in Green Hills. We all plan on coming back for more!

Rainforest Cafe - Opry Mills

4.3

4.3 (1003)

$30 and under

American

Donelson

About the restaurant

You don’t have to travel far to dine in a tropical rainforest, It’s a safari for the senses. Our menu contains an array of delicious items and tropical treats you’re sure to go WILD for. End your journey with the out-of-this-world VOLCANO dessert.
Discover the rainforest, complete with cascading waterfalls, tropical rainstorms, trumpeting elephants and entertaining gorillas. It’s not just another meal; it’s an adventure! Don’t forget to take a journey through our Retail Village (opens at 10 AM daily)
CAUTION: Flashing lights and thunder sounds inside restaurant. May cause discomfort and/ or seizures for those with photosensitive epilepsy.

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Jennifer

Dined 2 days ago

It was wonderful! We got sat right away at a beautiful table looking at a fish tank and a great view of the whole room! Food was fantastic and our waitress was great and attentive. What else could you ask for nowadays? Thanks!

Fire Korean BBQ

4.3

4.3 (9)

$31 to $50

Korean

Murfreesboro

About the restaurant

Fire Korean BBQ - where the sizzle of marinated meats and the art of sushi come together. Experience the tradition of Korean BBQ - your table is your grill, and you become the chef. Indulge in premium quality marinated meats and fresh sushi.

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Lynne

Dined on Nov 16, 2024

Our first visit was quite fun. Plenty of people and activity give the place an energetic vibe. Attentive waitress and prompt delivery of food without being rushed. We will come back and try some of the other menu items.

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Experience

Dinner Unlimited Korean BBQ

Experience

Lunch Unlimited Korean BBQ

Aquarium Restaurant - Opry Mills

4.2

4.2 (2316)

$30 and under

Seafood

Donelson

About the restaurant

Dive into food and fun at the Aquarium Restaurant, located in the Opry Mills Mall! Your underwater adventure begins as you are seated around a 200,000-gallon aquarium tank, home to a wide variety of fish, sharks, stingrays and more! Make a splash with deliciously fresh seafood, steak, chicken and decadent desserts all served in an unbelievable underwater setting. Make Aquarium part of your next field trip, birthday party or special event. Customized birthday parties, special events, educational programs and tours are available. Plan a visit to the Aquarium today!

Top review

Joyce

Dined 5 days ago

We were really impressed with the huge aquarium and the multitude of different fish species! They all looked healthy, the tank looked clean and the ambiance was incredible! Our server Alise was amazing! She knew what we needed before we even asked! She is sharp, intelligent and an asset to the restaurant! Such a great personality! We hope to come back in the future. We really enjoyed it!

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Popular dish

Fish Tacos

Popular dish

Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo

Popular dish

Shrimp Tacos

Saltgrass Steak House - Nashville

4.1

4.1 (269)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Donelson

About the restaurant

Cut into a hearty Angus Beef steak at our award-winning scratch kitchen, Saltgrass Steak House in Opry Mills. Every meal starts with complimentary, warm Shiner Bock beer bread made in house daily by our dedicated loaf master. Discover the superior flavors of Saltgrass while enjoying menu favorites like our massive Silver Star Porterhouse, our homestyle Country Fried Steak, and our slow braised BBQ Pork Ribs. Visit us for a romantic date night or try one of our huge family meal bundles for busy families on the go. Relax in the No Bull lounge and cash in on the best Happy Hour deals in town while experiencing our famous Saltgrass hospitality firsthand.

Top review

Lee

Dined 4 days ago

I had the sirloin steak head lettuce. This very good. Sirloin usually on the tough side but this one was as tender as a filet and cooked exactly as I had asked.

Hard Rock Cafe - Nashville

3.8

3.8 (883)

$30 and under

American

Downtown / Sobro

About the restaurant

Hard Rock Cafe is a global phenomenon with 185 cafes that are visited by nearly 80 million guests each year. The first Hard Rock Cafe opened on June 14, 1971, in London, England, and from there the brand has expanded to major cities and exotic locations around the world.

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Linda

Dined on Nov 28, 2024

We decided to eat here for Thanksgiving Day and had a great time. The service was incredible, food was flavorful, and the ambiance was just what we hoped! It is pay to park or valet but we were able to pay for several hours, and leave the car parked here while we explored Broadway. Overall great experience at this HR Cafe location!

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Popular dish

MESSI BURGER

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