Kid Friendly Food Finds in Bangkok

Who says that it’s hard to find places to take the whole family out to eat in Bangkok? There are absolutely some terrific dining options in the city that will please the pickiest of kids and the most discerning mothers and fathers.

By Melissa Richter.

Shangri-La Sunday Brunch is a must do for families in Bangkok. This international buffet has separate pricing for adults and children and is a sumptuous feast.

The buffet offers luxurious items for the mature palate such as foie gras, imported lamb and beef, and top quality seafood. Additionally, the KATZ kids club has a kid’s zone with a separate children’s buffet line that has lots of kid favorites such as mini-burgers and chicken fingers, as well as spaghetti and meatballs. What sets this experience apart from most dining experiences in Bangkok, is that the staff is available to engage the kids in activities and games while the adults are free to fully relax and fully enjoy the buffet without worrying about the children. The buffet at the Shang-Ri La is a first class, one of a kind dining experience that should not be missed.

89 Soi Wat Suan Plu New Road, Bangrak, Bangkok 10500

Tel. 02 236 7777

Que Pasa Mexican Restaurant may be one of the best kept secrets for family friendly dining, unless you live in the expat community of Nichada Thani in Nonthaburi. Que Pasa has excellent Mexican food, but they also have a massive menu offering Mexican, Italian, Western, and Thai food as well as a separate children’s menu, a hamburger and sandwich menu, a pizza menu and one of the most comprehensive Western breakfast menus around; which features waffles, pancakes, American style omelets, and breakfast burritos. Que Pasa has an outside jungle gym and playground area for the kids and a garden area that is home to live iguanas and exotic birds in cages that are always a thrill for the children. With great food and a casual and relaxed atmosphere, Que Pasa is well worth a visit.

28/7 Soi Parsert Islam, Pakkret, Nonthaburi 11120

Tel. 02 960 3821

Great American Rib Company has one of the best family friendly deals going on in Bangkok with their All-You-Can-Eat BBQ Buffet, which is offered every Wednesday night. The restaurant is spacious with ample indoor and outdoor seating and has an outside Tiki bar for the adults and an outside play area for the kids. The buffet is economically priced with separate rates for adults and children and features top quality grilled ribs, steak, kabobs, hamburgers, hot dogs, salads, fruit and lots of other delicious fare.

32 Sukhumvit Soi 36, Sukhumvit Road, Bangkok 10110

Tel. 02 661 3801

Crepes & Company is a unique international dining experience in a cozy and warm environment that is relaxing for parents and fun for the kids. Crepes & Company has an eclectic menu with more than 350 items, a separate kid’s menus for the children, on-site high chairs for toddlers, and a dedicated play area that has comics, color books and toys for the kids. Open for both lunch and dinner, Crepes & Company is a great family dining experience for kids of any age.

18 Sukhumvit Soi 12, Sukhumvit Road, Bangkok 10110

Tel. 02 653 3990 - 1

Charlie E. Chang’s Family Fun Center and the Fun Café at the Fun-arium are the best places to grab some food and have some fun for families with children under the age of 12.

Charlie E. Chang’s is Bangkok’s answer to the Chuck E. Cheese franchise in the USA. They have pizza, hamburgers, and chicken wings coupled with games, rides, and designated play areas.

275/15 Sathupradit Road, Yanawa, Bangkok 10120

Tel. 02 212 5946

The Fun Café is located inside the Fun-arium and requires an entrance fee in addition to the cost of the meals. The menu at the Fun Café has Thai and Western cuisine and offers both adult and child dining options. The Fun-arium is all about the kids and has play zones, activity zones, and party zones, and even offers cooking classes for the children.

111/1 Sukhumvit 26, Sukhumvit Road, Bangkok 10110

Tel. 02 665 6555