Best Family Restaurants in Chicago

Chicago has some of the best dining options in the nation, and family friendly places should not be kept out of the mix. Here are some of the best family friendly restaurants in Chicago.

RoSal's Italian Kitchen, 1154 West Taylor Street
Dining at RoSal's almost feels like the family has opened their home to you for a meal, the setting is very comfortable and welcoming. Don't worry about the kids making a little noise, everyone else will be talking and laughing over them so you won't notice. Good variety of pasta, fish and meat dishes to please every taste.
For group dining reservations are necessary, entree average twenty dollars, but are large enough to make sharing possible. RoSal's is only open for dinner on Monday to Thursday from 4-9 p.m. and Friday to Saturday 4-11 p.m. www.rosals.com

Ed Debevic's,640 North Wells Street
Burgers, fries and milkshakes are the huge crowd pleasers in this 50's style diner. Ed Debevic's is a popular spot for families, large groups and school kids, don't worry about reservations because they don't take them.

Lunch and dinner can be had for under ten dollars a person. Debevic's is open from Sunday to Thursday from 11:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. and Friday to Saturday from 11:00 a.m-11:00 p.m. www.eddebevics.com

John's Place, 1202 West Webster Avenue
Very homey corner spot in Lincoln Park where the entire family can get together for Sunday brunch. What's different about John's is that all the meals are cooked using organic ingredients.

Entrees average around ten dollars and reservations are necessary during the dinner rush and weekends. Hours are Tuesday to Friday from 11:00 a.m.- 10:00 p.m.; Saturday 8:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m. and Sunday from 8:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.

Hot Doug's, 3324 North Carolina
One of Chicago's popular hot dog joints, Hot Doug's has everything from Chicago style hot dogs to rabbit sausage. The entire family will feel welcome at Doug's, but make sure you take cash because credit cards are not accepted.

Hot Doug's is busy throughout the day, but the staff moves the line really fast so you will not have a very long wait. Hot Doug's is open Monday to Saturday from 10:30-4:00.

Milk & Honey Cafe, 1920 West Division Street
A great alternative to Subway, Milk and Honey serves gourmet sandwiches and homemade potato chips that kids love. The bright and spacious cafe welcomes families and come summer, dining on the patio is possible. Sandwiches cost anywhere from five to eight dollars and reservations are not necessary. Lunch and dinner are served everyday except Tuesdays. Monday, Wednesday through Friday 7-7; Saturday 8-6; and Sunday 8-4. www.milkandhoneycafe.com