Family Friendly Restaurants

Doc Chey's Noodle House -- This casual neighborhood favorite has two special children's entrees, but there are also several other rice and noodle dishes that will appeal to the younger set.

Fellini's Pizza -- The New York-style pizza that Fellini's serves is a treat that will please everyone, and it's available by the slice. Salads are also superb, and you can sit outside if you choose.

Fratelli di Napoli -- A big, bustling SoHo-like loft, Fratelli's bases its entire concept on feeding a family, offering big platters of food that serve two or three. It's sophisticated enough to interest the adults yet friendly enough to welcome the kids.

Houston's -- There are always lots of families in Houston's, where there's prime rib for the grown-ups, burgers for the kids, and reasonable prices that won't bust the budget. It's casual, but still a good place to take the family for a special occasion.

Mick's -- This local chain serves up the simple foods kids love at moderate prices. Even teenagers will like the retro-hip soda-shop atmosphere.

OK Café -- OK Café's classic comfort food and jukebox are sure to please kids of all ages.

Pasta Vino -- Do kids like this place? One 3-year-old from the neighborhood insisted on having his birthday party here so he could have his favorite -- a slice of white-cheese pizza with pesto. There's plenty for parents, too, including fresh veal, seafood, and excellent lasagna.

The Varsity -- The greasy feasts at the world's largest drive-in restaurant are big kid-pleasers.