Eating out with the family can be a delightful experience in the right space and setting. For tried and true River North favorites, our parents shared their top picks for successful family dining Restaurants in River North. Here are the places they shared with us!
Stax Cafe
Stax Cafe has been a Michelin-recommended restaurant for six years in a row, but not everyone knows that the chef’s two daughters are his official taste testers, so this place comes doubly child-approved. With a dedicated kid’s menu, children can choose between breakfast and lunch favorites like french toast topped with fresh fruit, pancakes, cheesy eggs, or sliders with fries. Parents and children alike love the range of healthy and delicious items this menu has to offer!
The Green Door Tavern
If you don’t already know it, the historic Green Door Tavern is your family’s new favorite neighborhood pub. Friendly staff, cozy interior design, and delicious food make this eatery easy to love. A full children’s menu features favorites like quesadillas, burgers, chicken tenders, and grilled cheese.
True Food
The menu at True Food makes it easy to manage dietary restrictions and allergies while still indulging in a delicious meal. All of their menu items are marked to identify vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free offerings, as well as substitutions. Parents love that quality ingredients are a top priority here. Children can choose from a wide variety of offerings, and parents can rest easy, knowing everything at True Food is seasonal and fresh.
Erie Cafe
This classic Chicago steakhouse is the perfect spot for a family night out, whether you’re ringing in another Friday night or toasting a special occasion. Round tables beneath a cedar ceiling give the place a warm, elegant, family-style atmosphere. In addition to top-tier steaks and chops, choose between pasta, sandwiches, salads, and seafood to satisfy every family member’s appetite.
Victory Italian
Chicago-style Italian food is at its best at Victory Italian. Choose from classic Italian sides and entrees on their regular menu, or eat family-style with cost-effective dinners designed to feed four people. In addition to entrees, family dinners include salads, appetizers, garlic bread, and dessert.
Helping You Grow Healthy Children
The Gardner School of River North is committed to keeping children healthy and happy. We use a variety of learning tools to help children understand the importance of healthy eating during the school day. We offer cooking enrichment classes and help our students learn about health and nutrition. In the Kids Café, our little ones develop healthy eating habits in a space that is made just for them.
With a healthy mix of structured enrichment and free play, we give children the guidance they need to start learning healthy habits as soon as they’re ready. To learn more about why parents choose The Gardner School, visit our website or schedule a virtual tour today.