Family-Friendly Restaurants in Oakville: The Best Places to Dine With the Fam

lady greeting customers at her family-friendly restaurant

Oakville is one of the best places in Ontario to dine out. Our town is home to many eateries, including some of the top kid-friendly restaurants in the Greater Toronto Area.

There are so many mouth-watering options around town that you may have a hard time choosing. We created this guide to help you book a spot at one of the best of the best family-friendly restaurants in Oakville.

On this list, you’ll find everything from fast casual to fine dining options featuring menus and venues that will please everyone from the family dog to grandma and everyone in between.

The Firehall

With its fire station-themed decor, The Firehall is one of the best places to eat in Oakville if you want to please the whole family. This casual, laid-back restaurant offers fan favorites like pizza, burgers, and wings.

Head over to the corner of Jones Street and Lakeshore Road West every Monday for Kids Eat Free. With each adult entree you purchase, two of your little ones (10 years or younger) get a free kids’ meal.

Check out The Firehall kid’s menu here.

Mo’s Family Restaurant

Looking for a place to bring the whole family, including your dog? Mo’s Family Restaurant in Oakville fits the bill. This family-owned Kerr Village eatery is a favorite among established locals, new transplants, and even tourists.

The main draw is the expansive menu. We can guarantee there’s something for even the pickiest of eaters, and the all-day breakfast menu is a no-brainer if your family can’t decide if you are in the mood for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Starving? Come to Mo’s on a Wednesday for the all-you-can-eat pasta special.

Turtle Jack’s Oakville

Turtle Jack’s Muskoka Grill is a cozy, cottage-inspired chain with locations all across Southern Ontario. Turtle Jack’s Oakville is located off Dundas Street East near Postridge Park. It is a great place to go out to eat for family night.

You will love this restaurant for its award-winning ribs and shareable starters. There is no shortage of options for kids, either. Your little one will have their choice of crowd-pleasers like chicken fingers and burgers.

Check out Turtle Jack’s Oakville’s family-friendly menu for more!

Baton Rouge Grillhouse & Bar

Do not let the “bar” in the name fool you: Baton Rouge Grillhouse & Bar in Sheridan Park is one of the most family-friendly restaurants in town. It is an especially popular choice for birthdays and graduations.

Baton Rouge’s menu has been tested and perfected at its 30 different locations throughout Canada. There is no better place in Oakville to get a high-quality rack of ribs, Reserve steak, or perfectly cooked tuna tartare.

Just know that prices can get high if you have a large family!

Trattoria Timone Ristorante

Trattoria Timone Ristorante is another Oakville fine dining favorite located right around the corner from Baton Rouge Grillhouse & Bar. This Mediterranean-inspired eatery is one of the top restaurants in Oakville, period.

It is also a top spot for families, especially if you are looking to reserve a table for a special occasion. If you are in the mood for dinner and a movie, the local AMC Theatre Complex is right beside the restaurant.

And don’t worry about the little ones going hungry. Trattoria Timone’s menu features childhood favorites like pizza and pasta.

Hangry Pirates

Hangry Pirates is a laid-back and fun restaurant with a pirate ship theme. Located on Kerr Street, this fast-casual eatery specializes in super quick services to ensure your little ones won’t be hangry for long.

Burgers, shawarma, juices, and shakes are the most popular items on the Hangry Pirates menu. But there are also healthier options like sandwiches, wraps, and bowls. Kid’s plates are also available, all for under $15.

Nutrition-conscious parents will appreciate the restaurant’s focus on fresh ingredients prepared in dishes you will barely believe aren’t home-cooked.

Goodfellas Pizza

If you are a parent, you know every kid’s favorite food is pizza. But it can be hard to choose a spot to please the adults, too. Goodfellas Pizza in Oakville always hits the spot, no matter your age.

Located inside Oakville Place Mall, Goodfellas is the best place to rest your feet after a long day of shopping. Order a specialty or customize your own pizza, all made in the restaurant’s wood-fired oven.

Check out the full Goodfellas Pizza menu here!

J.A.C’s Bistro

This Oakville restaurant’s focus on the family is in the name. The acronym stands for Jane, Addison, and Cory, the members of the family who founded this Kerr Village bistro over a decade ago.

A TripAdvisor 2020 Travelers Choice Award winner, J.A.C’s is one of the most popular places to stop in for lunch or dinner. J.A.C’s Bistro’s menu offers a fusion of French and Italian flavors featuring local in-season produce.

This is one of the best places to eat if your family loves to support locally-owned and operated family-friendly restaurants.

Stoney’s Bread Company

Craving fresh bread? Stoney’s is a charming casual restaurant that has been serving Oakville since 2004. The eatery gets its name from former Toronto Argonauts player and co-owner’s dad, Norm Stoneburgh.

The menu is not just known for its fresh-baked bread. The market-fresh ingredients are used to concoct classic staples with a fresh and fun twist that is sure to please any and every palette.

Come down to Kerr Village to try the Stoney’s Bread Company menu for yourself!

These Are the Best Family-Friendly Restaurants in Oakville

This list has taken you on a tour of the best family-friendly restaurants in Oakville. Make a reservation at Baton Rouge Grillhouse & Bar or Trattoria Rimone Ristorante if you’re in the mood for something fancy. Or try one of the other options on this list to grab a quick bite.

Are you looking for more things to do and places to eat in Oakville, Ontario? Oakville Rising is home to all the information, tips, and lists you need to navigate our rapidly growing town like a seasoned pro.

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