Diners' Choice: Child-friendly restaurants in Charlotte

OpenTable

Updated 05 May 2025

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

Novanta Pizzeria Napoletana

4.8

4.8 (301)

$30 and under

Italian

Mooresville

About the restaurant

The owners of Brooklyn South and Brooklyn Boys Pizzeria's are venturing again to bring you truly Authentic pizza. Pizza cooked by wood fire in 90 seconds. Among pizza stay tuned for the finest, truly authentic, rustic Italian dishes from different regions of Italy. Enjoy our extensive wine and beer indoor/outdoor bar and private dining area for your most exclusive intimate celebrations.

Top review

NickVIP

Dined 6 days ago

The food was delicious and the service was fast, friendly, and professional.

Superica - Strawberry Hill

4.7

4.7 (109)

$31 to $50

Tex-Mex

Myers Park

About the restaurant

Chef Ford Fry and Chef Kevin Maxey, together designed a “Mex-Tex” menu that plays to their own Texan roots, tracing the beginnings of the cuisine to the 1930s, when Mexican cooks first doctored up their dishes to suit a “Gringo” palate with Americanized elements, giving birth to the Tex-Mex dialogue. “Kevin and I wanted to do food we like to eat,” Fry said. “It’s natural for a chef to want to be true to a certain culture, and likewise, we wanted to do authentic Tex-Mex, because it developed where we’re from.

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LaShanda

Dined on 5 May 2025

We made reservations and our table was ready immediately. Our waiter Carter was amazing , friendly and efficient. The food and drinks were spot on. I would definitely go back. Five stars without hesitation

Mal Pan

4.7

4.7 (511)

$30 and under

Mexican

SouthPark

About the restaurant

Taqueria Mal Pan is a modern Mexican experience. Our chef-driven menu is a combination of both the modern and classic Mexican kitchen. You’ll experience a menu with inspiration from Baja to Yucatan and everywhere in between. In step with the theme of our kitchen, the beverage program at Mal Pan is also inspired by the old and the new. Our back bar is filled with a curated list of artisan spirits from the US, Mexico, the Caribbean and beyond. All of our craft cocktails are concocted with housemade syrups, fresh squeezed juices, shrubs, bitters and instagram worthy garnishes

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Geeta

Dined on 2 May 2025

Overall it was good experience, Mal pan bowl and deserts were awesome

Rusty Bucket - South Park

4.6

4.6 (415)

$30 and under

American

SouthPark

About the restaurant

Rusty Bucket is a casual neighborhood tavern serving the highest quality food and beverage in a “come as you are” setting. Scratch kitchens, fresh cocktails, and the perfect pour are our craft. Our associates are welcoming, and our hospitality naturally makes us the local hub where friends and family frequently gather to share in a good time.

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Sujata

Dined on 5 Apr 2025

Very pleasant, the hostess was extremely gracious

Maiz Agua Sal

4.6

4.6 (23)

$30 and under

Mexican

Charlotte

About the restaurant

Located in the vibrant Wesley Heights neighborhood, Maiz Agua Sal is a celebration of authentic Mexican cuisine that honors tradition while embracing culinary diversity. We serve brunch, lunch, and dinner, crafting meals that reflect Mexico's rich history and unique flavors.

At the heart of our kitchen are house-made heirloom corn tortillas pressed daily, alongside long-simmered braises and perfectly tender meats, all complemented by farm-fresh produce. Our scratch kitchen ensures every dish bursts with vibrant flavors, offering a fun and delicious dining experience.

Our beverage program beautifully mirrors our culinary philosophy, featuring a thoughtfully curated selection of artisanal agave spirits and high-quality ingredients inspired by Mexican culture. Join us for an unforgettable meal that brings a taste of Mexico to Wesley Heights!

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Mary

Dined 4 days ago

Delicious food!! Great service. Guacamole and tamale outstanding. Best refried beans! We went for Mother’s Day! So pleased. Loved the frozen passion fruit pineapple and guava! We will be back!

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Superica - Charlotte

4.5

4.5 (79)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

Dilworth

About the restaurant

Superica
– “where sunshine spends the winter” – also known as Tex-Mex cuisine served in an Old-West-inspired atmosphere alongside music inspired by Austin.

The cuisine is a combination of 1950s Tex-Mex and the wood grill that has taken the food to another level by way of fajitas and more. An “evolved Tex-Mex menu,” includes the classics: tacos, nachos, tamales and enchiladas plus more intricate dishes such as wood-grilled fajitas and shrimp tacos always served with just-made flour tortillas, all while paying homage to the traditions and recipes that have been a part of the Texas culture for decades.

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Erica Jasmyn

Dined on 6 May 2025

The manager there is a true sweetheart! I love celebrating here. Everyone is nice and friendly. The food is so good. And I’m a picky eater, and I really love this place. You can tell their food is fresh! Chefs kiss!

Deejai Noodle Bar

4.5

4.5 (61)

$30 and under

Thai

NODA

About the restaurant

Bringing Thai street food to the Noda Charlotte community. DeeJai noodle bar offers a delicious choice of authentic, traditional Thai street food, sushi, and an array of various Asian dishes, all hand selected from the freshest ingredients. DeeJai noodle bar offers a full bar with specialty cocktails, selected great wine and sake lists to compliment any dish.

Please make a reservation online for your next business party, birthday party, or family event! ENJOY A FREE EDAMAME WHEN YOU SPEND $40 OR MORE!!!

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE RESTAURANT'S LOCATION IS:
DeeJai Noodle Bar
3629 N. Davidson St. suite 103
Charlotte, NC 28205
980-859-3701
704-910-0815

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danielle

Dined 6 days ago

We had an absolutely wonderful dinner celebrating my son’s birthday and graduation. The staff was super accommodating to our large party and the food was amazing!

The Local Room

4.5

4.5 (697)

$30 and under

American

Concord

About the restaurant

The Local Room sets the standard for restaurants in the area and is the favorite location for any occasion. From business meetings, family celebrations, date nights and friendly hangouts, we are the catch all destination to provide any occasion with the perfect setting to gather with friends and family. Our location has the space to accommodate many different needs. We intend to continually grow our family and become yours. We are the place to come and enjoy a quality meal in a fun environment. Our food is professionally prepared with quality ingredients. The flavors are bold and unique. We demonstrate a certain passion for our craft while taking pride in the taste and presentation of our food and cocktails. We have a preciseness for execution and exacting our standards. The Local Room is where the locals go. You are all locals to us. Welcome!!!

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Randy

Dined 3 days ago

The staff is very friendly, and menu has many tasty options. The craft cocktail options are good too! The wine list is very good.

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4.4

4.4 (140)

$31 to $50

Pizzeria

Uptown

About the restaurant

Meet Pizza Baby West-- a full service pizza restaurant by A&C Food Group, in Charlotte's Wesley Heights neighborhood, locally opened and operated by the same team of the beloved Flour Shop restaurant... Serving Americana style pizza, large 18" rounds, 48-hour cold proofed dough, alongside a full cocktail menu where you'll find classics, Italian inspired spritz, and an extensive wine list (in addition to snacks, salads, and sandwiches)-- old school meets new school, served in a polished industrial space with carefully curated music. It's Pizza, Baby!

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victor

Dined 6 days ago

Great pizza high quality ingredients. Thank you for using healthier ingredients.

Reid's Fine Foods

4.3

4.3 (960)

$30 and under

American

SouthPark

About the restaurant

Founded in 1928, Reid's is North Carolina's neighborhood specialty food store offering superior meats, wines, locally grown produce, seasonal fresh meals to a very loyal customer base. The South Park restaurant accommodates Deli Style service for lunch Monday-Saturday and Restaurant Menu service Tuesday-Friday night and all day Saturday and Sunday.
Join us for:
"Almost" 1/2 off steak burgers on Tuesday!
1/2 off wine by the glass on Wednesday!
$10 charcuterie boards on Thursday!
"Special Sips" on Friday - A special wine selected from our wine departments reserved list, changes each week, offered one day only!
1/2 priced restaurant wine bottles (in-house only) on Saturday's!
Sunday Brunch Features 10AM-4PM!
Live Music 6PM-9PM Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday's!

Top review

Anna

Dined 4 days ago

Best brunch in Charlotte! Awesome food, delicious drinks, attentive staff, lovely atmosphere.

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