I think I speak for every parent when I say going out to eat with younger kids can be a pretty stressful experience. It’s always great to get your child out in new spaces, but it doesn’t take much to completely derail the experience. From overstimulation to limited menus, there are simply too many restaurants that were not built for families. This is why I’m always trying to find new places where I can take my kids on those days when cooking is the last thing I want to think about. Here are some of my favorite kid-friendly restaurants around Columbus, GA


Enjoy A Low-Stress Meal At These Great Kid-Friendly Restaurants In Columbus, GA


The Black Cow


115 12th St, Columbus, Georgia 31901


While The Black Cow lets you order their fantastic meals through DoorDash, their cozy Columbus, GA restaurant provides you with a sense of Southern hospitality certain to take your kid-friendly dining to the next level. The restaurant does not have reservations and is first-come-first-serve. Come in and try their famous bacon pimento cheeseburger or their specialty cocktails. Meanwhile, your children will love their kids’ tenders or their waffles. While you’re there, be sure to pick up their fabulous peanut butter pie! 


Mark's City Grill


7160 Moon Road, Suite C, Columbus, Georgia 31909


Mark’s City Grill is taking all of your Columbus, GA pub favorites and kicking them up a few notches in a kid-friendly environment. Their specialty burgers include options like buffalo, smokehouse, and poutine. Their pillowy brioche buns are the perfect complement to their carefully crafted flavor profiles. You can also find Southern classics such as collard greens, shrimp and grits, and lima beans. Their kids’ menu offers pasta, steak tips, grilled shrimp, grilled cheese, and chicken fingers. 


Smoke Bourbon & BBQ


1047 Broadway, Columbus, Georgia 31901


Smoke Bourbon & BBQ is a kid-friendly restaurant that offers delicious Columbus, GA meals as well as a wonderful time! Every Friday and Saturday, they offer live music upstairs, followed by a DJ. The spot still has something great for those of us with a strict 8:00 bedtime. The restaurant has a sunny patio as well as tons of space inside to move around. You’ll find a menu full of both traditional barbeque as well as some unexpected dishes such as brisket and sweet potato stuffed waffles, gnocchi and brisket, and sweet bourbon salmon. 


Your Pie


1019 Broadway, Columbus, Georgia 31901


Is there anything more kid-friendly than pizza? Your Pie has locations across the state including 2 in Columbus. While the restaurant may have been mainstreamed, each pizza is treated with the care it deserves. The dough is hand-tossed, and the marinara is made from an old family restaurant. Plus, each location chooses their own beer selection so you’ll always find something brand new. You can always order different pizzas to share across the table or let your child order their own 7” pie. 


Your Whole Family Will Love These Kid-Friendly Restaurants In Columbus, GA


I promise, taking your children out to eat doesn’t have to be a stressful experience! With these kid-friendly restaurants in Columbus, GA, your entire family can have a meal they adore! 


Are you looking for more local recommendations? Then why don’t you kick off your boots and stay awhile? Not only am I here to tell you all about my family’s favorite spots, but I can also provide you with photo sessions that let you freeze time in its tracks. I would love to have a conversation and tell you all about my sessions so you can decide whether they’re right for you. Let’s chat soon!