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Dining Out with Kids: A Guide to Child-Friendly Restaurants in Cape Town

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Taking children out to dine can be daunting for parents. However, Cape Town has plenty of options that cater to both adults and little ones. This guide explores ten of the city’s best child-friendly restaurants, each offering a unique experience.

Warwick Estate: Relish a Picnic

Warwick Estate invites families to enjoy curated picnics while children play in the estate’s Fountain of Youth. Parents can unwind with wine and delicacies crafted by executive chef Nick van Wyk.

The Boer and Butcher: Sample Homegrown Burgers

This family-run business uses livestock raised without growth stimulants. The kid’s menu offers coloring activities, while an outdoor gym keeps young ones entertained.

Deer Park Café: Play Amidst Nature

Deer Park Café, located in a public park, offers a diverse menu using local, seasonal ingredients. Children can play outdoors while parents indulge in craft beers and cocktails.

Folk Café: Savor Sustainable Cuisine

Children can play in the playground while parents relax in the garden or browse the deli offering fresh sourdough, organic vegetables, and free-range eggs. Enjoy a meal after relaxing at St James Beach next door.

Dunes Beach Restaurant: Frolic on the Beach

Dunes, the only beach restaurant on the Atlantic Seaboard, boasts breathtaking views, a sand-covered playground for children, and delectable cuisine for the adults.

Boschendal: Experience a Farm-to-Table Picnic

Families can enjoy farm-fresh picnics and explore the Tree House Playground and Pump Track at Boschendal. Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance.

Boeretroos Koffiewinkel: Immerse in Farm Life

Children can engage with farm life, feeding animals, and enjoying train rides, while parents savor filter coffee and farm-style breakfasts.

Bossa, Burgundy Estate: Great Times Await

Every Wednesday, Bossa offers free meals for children under 12. The kids’ menu boasts mouthwatering desserts, and the outdoor play area keeps the young ones entertained.

Starke Brews: A Beer Garden for All

Although a beer garden, Starke Brews welcomes families with a vast playground, self-service bar, and wood-fired pizza, ensuring fun for all ages.

Steenberg’s Tryn: Indulge in Fine Dining

Located in the Constantia Valley, Tryn offers a fine dining experience for all. Children can play on the lawns, explore the gardens, or partake in lawn games while parents savor exquisite cuisine.

Cape Town’s diverse selection of child-friendly dining establishments allows families to enjoy memorable experiences together. From picnics to fine dining, parents can rest assured that there’s a restaurant in Cape Town to please even the most discerning palate.

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