Exploring Santa Fe with kids can work up an appetite! Whether you’re after a hearty sit-down meal, a quick coffee and snack, or a sweet treat, these local favorites are perfect for families. Check out our list of kid-friendly restaurants in Santa Fe.
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Coffee & Breakfast
Betterday Coffee & Kitchen
📍905 W Alameda St.
Parents can sip lattes while kids enjoy the dedicated play space. Win-win. Thanks, Betterday. You know the way to a parent’s heart: caffeine & kid entertainment.
Counter Culture Café
📍930 Baca St.
The menu features reasonable prices, large portions, and kids’ options. With communal tables, a sunny patio, and even a toy cubby to keep little ones entertained, it’s a place where families fit right in.
Flying Tortilla
📍4250 Cerrillos Rd.
A diner vibe with recognizable favorites. It’s a great spot to fuel up before a day of exploring. Do not miss their delish breakfast burritos. Kids will love the happy face pancake.
Lunch & Dinner
Back Road Pizza
📍1807 2nd St #1
Outdoor picnic tables and a laid-back vibe. Perfect for pizza nights where kids can be a little wiggly.
Beer Creek Brewing
📍3810 State Hwy 14
A great option for parents who want a brew and kids who need space to play. Outdoor play area included.
Bonita Restaurant
📍1814 Second St.
Lovely patio, kids’ menu, cups with lids, and high chairs. Bonita makes dining with little ones stress-free.
Bumble Bee’s Baja Grill
📍301 Jefferson St.
Easy, casual tacos and bowls for a quick and affordable family lunch.
Cowgirl BBQ
📍319 S Guadalupe St.
An ABQ Mom favorite! Cowgirl BBQ has live music, daily and seasonal specials, and a great happy hour. But what parents really love? The wooden play structure that keeps kids happy while you relax at the table.
Santa Fe Brewing
📍35 Fire Pl, off Cerrillos Rd.
A big open space with yard games makes this one of the most kid-friendly breweries in town.
Second Street Brewery
📍1814 2nd St. (original location) or 📍1607 Paseo de Peralta (Railyard location)
Local brews for parents, relaxed atmosphere for kids. Spacious, casual, and welcoming for families.
The Pantry Rio
📍 229 Galisteo St.
Easygoing and delicious. Perfect for a full meal or just chips and guac if you’re keeping it light.
The Shed
📍113 1/2 E Palace Ave. (just off the Plaza)
Right near the Plaza, casual enough for kids, but serving up some of the city’s most iconic food. Make a reservation if you’re going to this popular spot for dinner.
Tomasita’s
📍500 S Guadalupe St.
The original Santa Fe location is a classic. Parents get their chile fix while kids can stick to chicken tenders or burgers if that’s their thing. Bonus: sopapillas come with everything.
Dessert
Chocolate Maven
📍821 W San Mateo Rd.
A cozy bakery/café with cakes, cookies, and pastries galore. What makes these delicious treats even better is the large glass wall that gives customers a fun view of the bakery in action.
Häagen-Dazs
📍66 E San Francisco St. (on the Plaza)
For kids, this is a classic ice cream stop with all the familiar flavors they love. For parents (and teens obsessed with intrigue), it comes with a twist: this spot was once Zook’s Drug Store, the staging ground for the 1940 KGB assassination of Leon Trotsky in Mexico City. Talk about a scoop with a side of spy history!
Kakawa Chocolate House
📍1050 Paseo de Peralta
World-famous drinking chocolate in kid-friendly (and parent-approved) flavors. A sweet Santa Fe experience. Does my mouth water just thinking about the chili exlixir? Why yes. Yes, it does.
La Lecheria
📍500 Market St. #110 (Railyards)
Small-batch, locally made ice cream in creative flavors. No stabilizers or artificial ingredients. They offer all the old favorite flavors you could want, but also feature bold, surprising, and seasonal flavors for those who are feeling more adventurous.
