9 of the best child-friendly restaurants in Birmingham

So, you’re on the hunt for a child-friendly restaurant in Birmingham? The city is packed full of activities for a family day out, but trying to find somewhere for everyone to eat can be difficult. Look no further, our roundup includes a whole-host of kid-friendly places to eat in Birmingham, each boasting relaxed atmospheres and child-focused menus, meaning you're bound to find something for even the fussiest of eaters.

So what is it that makes a restaurant child-friendly? Obviously the menu is particularly important. Smaller portions and child-friendly items are essential, with set menus that often combine mains, drinks and desserts into an affordable feast. There’s nothing worse than having to order a £20 main off the a la carte, only for your child to turn their noses up at it. The restaurants below also offer more relaxed dining experiences, so you won’t have to worry about spilling juice across white-clothed tables.

Even more than just having options for your little guests, these restaurants offer an extensive selection of mains for the adults in your party, so you’re not having to sacrifice your tastebuds to appease the kids. When it comes to family-friendly restaurants in Birmingham, these spots cater to everyone, offering a wide range of cuisines, whether you’re hankering for a burger, or looking to tuck into some Sri Lankan fare.

There’s even a couple of restaurants on this list that offer free meals for kids during summer holidays. Be sure to keep an eye out for these mega deals, as they’ll definitely come in handy when it comes to planning a day out during half-term. Explore our selection of the best child-friendly restaurants in Birmingham and find somewhere for your next breakfast, lunch or dinner out with the little ones.

Bill’s, Bullring Grand Central

What: This family-friendly chain restaurant may be best known for its buttermilk pancakes, but you'll find some excellent offerings no matter what time of day you visit. The kids menu at Bill’s features a range of crowd-pleasers, offering two courses for just £7.45. Options include mac and cheese, fish fingers, fried chicken, vegan meatball pasta or a build your own burgers, with chocolate brownies, ice cream, or fresh fruit to finish. If you visit during the school holidays, then Bill's often offers a kids eat free deal, where up to two kids can eat free for every adult main dish that’s ordered.  
Where: Bullring Shopping Centre, B5 4BE
Book now: Bill's Birmingham

F1® Arcade Birmingham, City Centre

What: When it comes to child-friendly restaurants in Birmingham city centre, it probably doesn’t get much better than F1® Arcade. More than just a restaurant, here you can keep the kids entertained with bespoke racing simulators, as well as a children's menu to keep your little racers fed. For just £9.50, you'll get a choice of mains, served with a scoop of ice cream and a drink. Mains include cheeseburgers and chips, fried chicken tenders and chips, pepperoni pizzas or macaroni cheese, so there’s plenty of choice.
Where: 2 Chamberlain Square, B3 3AX
Book now: F1 Arcade Birmingham

Zindiya, Moseley

What: If you’re on the hunt for a child-friendly restaurant in Moseley, Zindiya is an Indian bar and street food restaurant, offering a fun and vibrant environment for you and your little ones. A children’s menu offers a main and dessert, alongside a soft drink of your choosing for just £8.95. One for the more adventurous eaters, you can expect dishes such as plain dosa pancakes with sambhar lentil curry, chicken tikka pieces with chips, or an Indian take on the classic fish and chips. Desserts include mango sorbet or chocolate gol gappe, crispy chocolate balls with strawberries and vanilla ice-cream.
Where: 21 Woodbridge Road, B13 8EJ
Book now: Zindiya

Isaac’s Birmingham, City Centre

What: Located within The Grand Hotel, Isaac’s sits right in the city centre, a perfect stop off for those out and about for an action-packed day in the city. Kids can get two courses for just £10, with burgers, hot dogs, fish finger sandwiches, and mac ‘n’ cheese, all hitting the menu, with peanut butter sandwiches or a selection of ice cream to follow. Burgers, steaks and seafood are all available for the grown ups in your party, so this is a great choice for all the family.
Where: The Grand Hotel Birmingham, B3 2BS
Book now: Isaac's Birmingham

Franco Manca, City Centre

What: If you’re looking for a reliable pizza spot, then you can’t go wrong with Franco Manca. Serving up a selection of Neapolitan specials, you’ll find this pizzeria right amongst the bustle of the city centre, the perfect stop off after a day out visiting the local sites. Menus here offer one of the site’s thick-crust, sourdough pizzas, with a drink and an ice cream for just £8.25, making it a rather affordable meal out. Choose from tomato and mozzarella, roasted cured ham, wild mushrooms or cured chorizo pizza toppings with vanilla, chocolate, or salted caramel ice cream, or your choice of raspberry or lemon sorbet.
Where: 18-19 Bennetts Hill, B2 5QJ
Book now: Franco Manca Birmingham

1900 Restaurant & Bar, Edgbaston

What: If you’ve found yourself in the Edgbaston region, then head over to 1900 Restaurant & Bar, sitting on the outskirts of the University of Birmingham campus. Relaxed, seasonal dining is on the cards here, with plenty of options for afternoon and evening dining. Children's menus here feature all the classics, with the option for two or three courses. Choose from mozzarella sticks, garlic bread or soup to start, followed by pasta with tomato sauce, bangers and mash, or fish fingers with fries and beans. Desserts see the likes of chocolate brownies with vanilla ice cream, or cheddar cheese with crackers and grapes.
Where: 53 Edgbaston Park Road, B15 2RS
Book now: 1900 Restaurant & Bar

Mowgli, Bullring Grand Central

What: For child-friendly places to eat Birmingham, Mowgli sits right in the heart of the Bullring, for when an energy boost is needed after a busy day out. The best part about Mowgli, apart from the stellar Indian street food, has to be the iconic swinging sweets - which are bound to keep the little ones entertained whilst they wait for their dishes to arrive. The kids menu features the likes of gunpowder chicken and fries, or butter chicken, house chicken curry, Mowgli paneer and temple dahl all served up with rice. Desserts include a whole host of homemade ice cones, as well as the option to order your child a ‘Fancy Fizztail’ - so they can feel extra sophisticated as you dine.
Where: Unit 30 - Stephenson Place, B2 4BF
Book now: Mowgli

Fat Hippo, City Centre

What: One of the best burger spots in Birmingham, Fat Hippo is sure to be a winner with little ones. Offering a relaxed and welcoming spot for casual lunches and family dinners just a short walk from Birmingham New Street, for those looking to keep it central. Kids burgers all come with fries, offering smaller portions, with beef burgers, chicken burgers or vegan options all available for £7.50. They can keep it plain, or customise with toppings, sauces and sides. A drink is included in the deal, or you can upgrade the kids meal to include a milkshake, with options including vanilla oreo cookie crunch or chocolate brownie.
Where: 11 Bennetts Hill, B2 5RS
Book now: Fat Hippo

Yo Sushi, Bullring Grand Central

What: Tucked away inside Selfridge’s, Yo Sushi is the perfect option for those on the hunt for places to eat in the Bullring. The interactive nature of a meal at Yo Sushi, is sure to be a hit, with katsu curries, maki rolls, and gyoza dumplings all circling around on a conveyor belt allowing you to pick and choose. The low prices ensure fantastic value for families. The kids menu includes a bento box packed full of edamame, maki, mixed veggie rice and a choice of chicken, prawn or pumpkin katsu, chicken teriyaki or chicken gyoza, with a drink for just £7.50. Upgrade to include dorayaki pancakes for dessert for just an extra £1.50.
Where: Selfridges - Upper Dean Street, B5 4BP
Book now: Yo Sushi Birmingham

Still on the hunt for somewhere to eat? These cheap eats in Birmingham offer menus packed full of delicious and affordable dishes. Or for an extra special occassion, take a look at family-friendly private dining rooms in Birmingham.