Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Washington, D.C.

The early evening hours at this Van Ness pizzeria are a great time for parents to kick back with a glass of wine and a quality piece of pie. Kids will be happy too--pizza is a no-brainer and rounds of ping-pong will keep them entertained through at least half a bottle of vino.

Reef, the aquatic-themed bar at the top of Adams Morgan's 18th Street, hosts a kiddie happy hour every Friday at 5pm. Fish tanks, laser lights and a children's menu will keep the little ones entertained while the adults enjoy the full bar. Sometimes mama just needs a cocktail.

The "Tiny Tots" menu at this Capitol Hill diner includes favorites such as peanut butter and jelly, grilled cheese and chicken fingers, all served with fries. They'll stay entertained by watching old school movies, like "Shirley Temple" and "The Wizard of Oz" projected onto a large screen on the wall.

You wouldn't suspect that this Dupont bar beloved by interns would cater to (younger) kids during dinner hour, but it's true: The loud, casual environment is perfect for talkative little ones, and the "Kids Edition" menu features pasta with butter or marinara, a small hamburger and chicken tenders.

This Farragut West saloon boasts one of the largest kids menus around. Youngsters can choose from 10 different entrees such as fish sticks, pizza, and pasta with cheese, as well as sides. Healthful options--such as steamed veggies and grilled chicken--are also available for kids with picky parents.

This Cleveland Park sports bar is a great choice for dads who want to spend time with the kids--and watch the big game. With 27 televisions sprinkled throughout the establishment, he won't miss a play while kiddos enjoy children's favorites such as chicken tenders, pizza, sliders and pasta with tomato sauce.