Searching for a kid-friendly restaurant in Cedar Rapids? From special events, menus just for the kiddos and even prizes, Cedar Rapids has kid-friendly restaurants that will bring smiles to the whole family.
NEED Pizzeria and Craft Beer Bar
How often do parents hear, “I NEED PIZZA?” All the time. Welcome to your solution: NEED Pizzeria and Craft Beer Bar, a kid-friendly restaurant in Cedar Rapids. This beloved local pizzeria offers fully customizable hand-crafted thin-crust pizzas, from 8-in. individuals to large, recommended for four to six. Choose from a wide selection of sauce bases and toppings and even pizza dips like hot oil, queso and ranch. For dessert, the Cinna-lil Bit, fresh-baked bread bites tossed in house-made seasoning and topped with frosting are kid-friendly approved. Vegan and gluten-free options are available. For more information, visit www.needcr.com.
Goldfinch Tap + Eatery
Located in the Uptown District of Marion, Goldfinch Tap + Eatery is a Cedar Rapids’ suburban kid-friendly haven. The menu features Iowa and Midwest classics from a scratch kitchen. The “For the Kiddos” menu features kid-loved classics like cheeseburgers and chicken fingers served with a side and drink. Goldfinch even hosts special events for families, like Painting & Pancakes on Grandparents Day when children are invited to a step-by-step painting class alongside their grandparents followed by a pancake bar with all the toppings. For more information, visit www.goldfinchtap.com.
Lighthouse Inn Supper Club
Kids love a theme so make it a fun nautical night out at Lighthouse Inn Supper Club and learn about the history of the lighthouse, built in 1912, the oldest restaurant in Cedar Rapids. Enjoy shareable appetizers the whole family will enjoy like potato skins and homemade onion rings. The Lighthouse kids’ menu features cheeseburgers with all the “fixin’s on the side” for even the pickiest eaters, housemade chicken strips, roasted broccoli and crispy fried prawns. For more information, visit crlighthouseinn12.homesteadcloud.com.
The Edison Pub & Eatery
It doesn’t get any more welcoming than “Stop by The Edison Pub & Eatery today to share a meal with family.” The Edison prides itself as a kid-friendly restaurant in Cedar Rapids offering a children’s menu with comfort food items like baked mac and cheese and grilled cheese. The whole family can enjoy savory dishes from Edison’s entree selections, including The Edison ribeye, baby back ribs, Airline chicken and pot roast. Vegetarian options are available. For more information, visit www.edisonseatery.com.
Parlor City Ice Cream
Family-owned and kid-friendly, Parlor City Ice Cream has been serving the Cedar Rapids community for over 60 years. Its menu features banana splits, ice cream sandwiches, snow cones and, of course, classic fresh soft-serve ice cream cups and cones. Although most kids would love dessert for dinner, Parlor City offers a full lunch and dinner menu to ensure a well-rounded meal. Kids’ menu combos can include a Jr. Shake and even come with a prize. For more information, visit www.parlorcityicecream.com.