3 Grafton Street Dublin Restaurants Perfect for Kids

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Written By Jocelyn Lee

Feast together at these top family restaurants near Grafton Street in Dublin.

Two girls in Dublin near Grafton Street eating at Zizzi Italian Restaurant

Grafton Street features a wide variety of places to eat.

From pubs to fine dining at a Michelin Star restaurant and cafes along the way, not to mention donuts and even ramen, there is something for everyone to savor.

So, where are the best family restaurants on Grafton Street in Dublin?

I will tell you. Child-friendly places to eat exist in Dublin, you need to know where to find them.

When we arrived at The Westbury in Dublin for the first time and made our way to Grafton Street, I felt like I was swimming in a sea of pubs and bars. While you will find plenty of pub food around Grafton Street, there are a few gems worth trying before you go pub dining.

Here is a list of Dublin kid-friendly restaurants we loved!

 

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Best kid-friendly places to eat around Grafton Street

 

01 | AFTERNOON TEA AND LUNCH AT THE WESTBURY

A toddler enjoying Afternoon Tea at The Westbury in Dublin

The Westbury Afternoon Tea service with kids.

Not only do we love staying at The Westbury, but we also love to eat there too.

Afternoon Tea at The Westbury is served in the Gallery on the second floor. It is a lovely way to unwind, eat, and enjoy a Dublin institution.

TEA SERVICE | The tea service includes a traditional selection of things like egg salad and ham sandwiches, biscuits with jam and butter, and a selection of sweets.

I always ask for more egg salad sandwiches, which are a big hit with my kids.

LUNCH MENU | You may also order from their lunch menu to add some extras to the experience. We love to enhance afternoon tea with fries!

KID-FRIENDLY ATTRACTIONS | My girls loved the selection of treats, especially the crayons and paper for some coloring!

A toddler enjoying lunch at the Westbury in Dublin

Afternoon Tea at The Westbury with crayons and biscuits

There are squeaky-clean restrooms available for diaper changes. Plus, the Gallery is spacious and kids will love the soft couches. You won’t have to worry about arm bumping anyone while you eat.

You can make a mess as long as it stays on your table. As you can see, my kids made a beautiful mess!

Overall, The Westbury is the perfect child-friendly restaurant near Grafton street and parents will love it too.

RESERVATIONS |

You may make a reservation before arrival or stop in.

LOCATION |

The Westbury Hotel - Balfe St, Dublin 2, Ireland

 

02 | BEWLEY’S CAFE GRAFTON STREET

Two girls at Bewley's Cafe enjoying crayons with their breakfast

Breakfast with crayons at Bewley’s Cafe on Grafton Street.

In the center of Grafton Street, you will find Bewley’s Cafe, Ireland’s leading coffee and tea company. It’s big, spacious, and offers a tasty menu.

With 180 years of history, families looking for Dublin places to eat with kids will love this gem.

ALL-DAY BRUNCH MENU | Check out Bewley’s all-day brunch menu. You can eat a full Irish Breakfast, overnight coconut-soaked oatmeal, waffles, or warm heritage buns.

Overnight coconut-soaked oats at Bewley’s Cafe on Grafton Street.

Did you know there is a bakery downstairs where kids can watch the bakers pull delicious cinnamon-spiced buns out of the oven?

KID-FRIENDLY ATTRACTIONS | The team at Bewley’s goes the extra mile to make the dining experience fun for kids by providing crayons and paper for coloring.

We loved the hot chocolates served with sprinkles and marshmallows on the side.

Plus, the entire restaurant has checkered floors and is filled with artsy sculptures kids can admire.

This place is perfect for lunch near Grafton Street too if your kids love the concept of breakfast all day!

Hot chocolate at Bewley’s Oriental Cafe on Grafton Street.

OTHER DETAILS TO KNOW

Grafton Street is a touristy place. Bewley’s fills with folks as the day goes on.

I recommend visiting in the morning or on a weekday.

TIP: If you need to make a bathroom stop on Grafton Street with kids, their bathroom is available and clean.

Check out Bewley’s Cafe Bakery & Store next door and grab some foodie delights for the road.

LOCATION |

8-79, Grafton Street, Dublin, D02 K033, Ireland

 

03 | ZIZZI ITALIAN RESTAURANT

Are you looking for a casual Italian restaurant near Grafton Street?

I know the perfect place!

Hop over to Suffolk Street, a rocks throw from Grafton Street, and you will find Zizzi Italian Restaurant.

Their electric restaurant street sign is hard to miss.

With over 130 locations across the UK and Ireland, each one of the restaurants takes pride in using local flavors.

MENU HIGHLIGHTS |Inviting, warm, and accessible, Zizzi’s has a menu everyone in the family will love.

I loved the salad options!

When you travel with kids, sometimes vegetables fall off the list.

Luckily, their menu makes fresh salads that are easy to eat.

You’ll find Rustica pizza, a large variety of pasta, fresh salads, and appetizers to nosh on while you wait.

Additionally, Zizzi’s offers a Bambini Menu where children may select their pizza toppings.

Also, for toddlers, they even offer a Real Tiny Tummy Menu that features things like penne for those little hands to grab.

FAMILY-FRIENDLY HIGHLIGHTS |Depending on everyone’s taste, you may dine inside or outside.

When we visited Dublin in the summer, our youngest was a toddler, so the extra space outdoors made it more enjoyable for the whole family.

The bathrooms are clean and provide a diapering station.

BONUS | If you eat outside, you can hear music from the street performers playing on Grafton Street around the corner.

24 Suffolk St, Dublin, D02 FR96, Ireland

More places to eat with kids around Grafton Street

If you are looking to grab a snack or treat with your kids near Grafton Street, check out these other places we tried and loved.

 

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Are you visiting Grafton Street for the first time with kids?

Grafton Street is a magical place. From street performers to vendors selling flowers, it’s filled with exciting things for kids to see and eat.

 
 

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Jocelyn Lee is full-time parenting a tween and toddler, dabbling in Duolingo, and preaching a clutter-free life despite any dismay from said, family members. You can follow her on Instagram.

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