Dublin’s best family-friendly restaurants

Surely pizza is the ultimate crowd pleaser? Even the most picky eaters can’t turn their nose up at a deliciously fresh Neapolitan style slice! Ritas is perfect for large family groups. The mantra is “no fuss, just pizza”, and the atmosphere is super chilled out and relaxed. From classics like the Margarita Pizza, to meat heavy numbers like The Hunted Hog (complete with Italian sausage and n’duja), there’s something for everyone. Prices are reasonable (each pizza comes in at around €13 each), and the staff are really friendly. A must-visit.

Gotham Cafe is a casual eatery serving great food in a laid back environment. The restaurant caters for all needs, whether you’re looking for a quick lunch, weekend brunch, or a full three course meal. The menu is extensive: from pizzas, salads, steaks and burgers, to cooked breakfasts, fish and chips, and cheesecake, there’s tonnes to choose from. The portion sizes are generous too, and there’s plenty of space for buggies.

If you’ve got several mouths to feed, head to Acapulco where you’ll find heaping platters of tasty Mexican food aplenty! As Dublin’s oldest Mexican restaurant, it’s no surprise that this place is always busy — with over 20 years of experience, the team here knows a good thing or two about flavour. There are sizzling fajitas, homemade nachos, traditional enchiladas, burritos and tacos, as well as a range of exciting Tex-Mex options. Why not polish off your meal with Acapulco’s signature dessert: deep fried ice cream with homemade butterscotch sauce and chocolate drizzle, yum! The atmosphere is lively and there’s tonnes on offer for veggies and vegans. What’s not to like?

Jamie’s Italian is a classic for a reason. The restaurant is spacious, family-friendly and excels in serving up modern Italian cooking with a twist. The plates on offer are simple but delicious, created using superbly sourced produced. Start your meal with the Ravioli Fritti (fried four cheese ravioli in an arrabiata sauce), follow with the famous prawn linguine, and finish with an Amalfi lemon meringue cheesecake. We can’t think of anything tastier! There’s also a specially designed kid’s menu, too.