Updated June 2026.
Not sure where to take dad this Father's Day? We've got you. Well, really, the dads got you.
These 18 spots were added to Let's Go Baby by dads in our community, which tells you that NYC dads aren't just looking for the nearest brewery or a place with a burger and a beer.
They have great taste and a sharp eye for what makes a space actually work with a baby or young kid. Spoiler: they also really love Italian food!
We'll let the list speak for itself. Here are 18 spots, from East Williamsburg to Harlem to Jersey City, added by the dads who know best.
Brooklyn
Camillo
1146 Nostrand Ave, Prospect Lefferts Gardens
High chairs · Stroller storage · Menu modifications · Reservations
An Italian spot serving up delicious pizza and pasta. In the words of Rudy, who submitted it: "They are very accommodating and can make sure there is room for a stroller if you let them know when you make a reservation. The bathroom is really large, so if you have a bassinet on your stroller, you can change your baby in the bathroom on your stroller."
Photo credit: www.camillobk.com/
Lala's Apizza / Grimm Ales
990 Metropolitan Ave, East Williamsburg
Outdoor seating · Changing table · Stroller storage · Kids options · Menu modifications
Part brewery, part pizza restaurant, and fully equipped for kids. According to Ben, who submitted it: "It's a brewery with lots of kids but also has pizza and most importantly a changing table."
Photo credit: grimmales.com/location/lalas-kitchen/
Risbo
701 Flatbush Ave, Prospect Lefferts Gardens
High chairs · Outdoor seating · Stroller storage
A French spot and local favorite, especially for brunch. Rudy, who submitted it, put it simply: "Plenty of space to have strollers next to your table while eating, or you can store them in the corner if a high chair is used. Great spot to meet friends who are bringing kids or not."
Photo credit: instagram.com/risbobk
Don Udon
634 Park Pl, Crown Heights
High chairs · Kids options · Menu modifications · Outdoor Seating
A Japanese spot that goes the extra mile. Nick, who submitted it, says: "Really accommodating and welcoming to our toddler. They immediately brought over a plastic bowl and a small Mickey Mouse spoon for them. Also a lollipop."
Photo credit: donudonyc.com
Plaza Ortega
140 Stanhope St, Bushwick
High chairs · Stroller storage · Menu modifications · Kids options · Outdoor seating · Reservations
A Mexican spot with what Max, who submitted it, calls the best carne asada tacos in Bushwick. His words: "Big open space for strollers. Super friendly staff who love babies."
Photo credit: www.plazaortega.com
Sociale
320 Court St, Carroll Gardens
Outdoor seating · Changing table
An Italian spot with plenty of pizza and pasta for kids, where the atmosphere feels grown-up but the welcome is genuine. Edward, who submitted it, adds that the changing table is in the second restroom, there is a sign.
Photo credit: www.socialebk.com/
Bonafini
663 Flatbush Ave, Prospect Lefferts Gardens
Kids options · High chairs · Stroller storage · Reservations
An Italian spot. Submitted by John. One thing to note: the closest subway station (Parkside Ave) doesn't have an elevator, so plan accordingly if you're traveling with a stroller.
Photo credit: instagram.com/bonafinibk
Santa Panza
1079 Broadway, Bushwick
High chairs · Menu modifications · Kids options · Outdoor seating · Reservations
Crayons, paper to draw on, and fantastic Italian food. In the words of Max, who submitted it: "Super friendly to kids of all ages."
Photo credit: instagram.com/santapanza
Manhattan
Thai Diner
186 Mott St, Nolita
High chairs · Stroller storage · Changing table · Kids Options· Menu modifications · Outdoor Seating · Booster Seats · Reservations
A kids menu that goes well beyond the usual suspects: coconut buttered noodles, roti pizza, crispy chicken bites, fried rice, steak bites, and a choice of pineapple juice or milk. Comes with crayons too. As Josh, who submitted it, described it: "Thai Diner not only accommodated our little one with a high chair, kids menu, and changing table, but they went out of their way to make us feel welcomed. Our server was playing around and being silly with our toddler. Didn't hurt that the food was outstanding either!"
Settepani
196 Malcolm X Blvd, Harlem
High chairs · Booster seats · Menu modifications · Kids options · Outdoor seating · Reservations
An Italian bakery and restaurant with a kid-friendly happy hour. According to Russell, who submitted it: "Very stroller friendly. Great for parents and grandparents."
Photo credit: www.settepani.com
Tryon Public House
4740 Broadway, Inwood
High chairs · Changing table · Menu modifications · Kids options · Outdoor seating · Reservations
An American spot covering all the bases for a family outing. Submitted by Sean.
Photo credit: tryonpublichouse.com
Smør
441 E 12th St, East Village
High chairs · Stroller storage · Outdoor seating · Reservations
A Scandinavian spot where kids love the crepe-style pancakes, whipped ricotta toast, and hot dogs. Submitted by Rudy.
Photo credit: instagram.com/smornyc/
Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse
1221 Ave of the Americas, Midtown
High chairs · Stroller storage · Changing table · Menu modifications · Reservations
For the dad who wants a proper steak dinner without sacrificing the high chair. Submitted by Josh.
Photo credit: www.delfriscos.com/location/del-friscos-double-eagle-steakhouse-new-york-ny/
Queens
Bareburger
33-21 31st Ave, Astoria
High chairs · Changing table · Menu modifications · Kids options · Outdoor seating
An American spot covering the classics with a kid-friendly setup. Submitted by Will.
Photo credit: Owner via Google Reviews
Jersey
Dun Huang Noodles
180 River Dr N, Jersey City
High chairs · Changing table
A Chinese spot with plenty of high chairs on hand. Sameer, who submitted it, says: "The cuisine may not be as baby friendly in terms of spice level (amazing food). However we've always brought our own food and they don't mind. They give a separate water cup, plate and utensils for my baby every time we come by default."
Photo credit: dhnoodles.com
Hamilton Pork
247 10th St, Jersey City
High chairs · Reservations · Stroller storage · Kids options
A BBQ joint with a Mexican twist, think tacos and quesadillas alongside the classics. As Michael, who submitted it, put it: "Very baby/toddler friendly environment. Lots of kids around."
Photo credit: instagram.com/hamiltonpork/
Chickie's
236 Pavonia Ave, Jersey City
High chairs · Reservations · Outdoor seating · Kids options
An Italian spot with tons of outdoor seating, right across from Hamilton Park. According to Sameer, who submitted it: "It gets busy right after daycare/school pick up in the area. Plenty of high chairs available, kid friendly menu. Very accommodating."
Photo credit: chickiesjc.com/
IKOS Greek Mediterranean
190 Steuben St, Jersey City
High chairs · Reservations · Stroller storage · Kids options
A lively spot run by an owner who gets it. In the words of Sameer, who submitted it: "The owner has young kids himself. We had two infants with us and the owner himself set our table up with ample space for the stroller and had the high chairs ready when we needed it."
Photo credit: instagram.com/ikosnj