Favorite Kids Menus: Kid-Approved Cuisine in Kalamazoo Restaurants

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Dining out with young kids can be a gamble.

Will the restaurant have anything my child will eat? Will there be comfortable places for them to sit? Do they have crayons to keep my toddler busy while we wait for our food?

In Kalamazoo, we love our restaurants- and your votes proved it. With over 5700 votes cast for the best restaurants in Kalamazoo, we found the best burgers, sushi, pizza, and favorite kids menus in Southwest Michigan.

Next time you head out for a family meal, consult this list of the top kid picks for restaurant food.

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Who Has the Best Menu in Kalamazoo?

Here are the top kids menus in Kalamazoo, as voted by our readers:

1 – The Backyard of Kalamazoo
2 – Main Street Pub
3 – One Well Brewing
4 – Roxie’s Breakfast and Lunch
5 – Latitude 42

Directory: Best Kids Menus

Big list of restaurants to grab a burger in Southwest Michigan, starting with the top-voted by KZOOKIDS readers:

🍽 Voted # 1 Best Kids Menu
10441 Stadium Dr, Kalamazoo, MI 49009

The Backyard of Kalamazoo

The Backyard of Kalamazoo's combines restaurant dining with outdoor fun in its "backyard" full of games and activities.

This restaurant is the definition of kid friendly, with both an extensive kids menu and activities to keep them busy. If the weather doesn't cooperate, the indoor kids' room (pictured) is another option for imaginative play.

Kids Meals Include:
• The Beloved Go-To PB&J
• Hot Diggity Dog
• Tough Cluck Chicken Tenders
• Say Mac & Cheese
• Ooey Gooey Cheesy Chicken Quesadilla
• Pig in a Blanket

Where to Find The Backyard of Kalamazoo
The Backyard of Kalamazoo is located in Texas Township, at the corner of Stadium Drive and South 1st Street.

🍽 Voted # 2 Best Kids Menu

Multiple Locations, SWMI, MI

Main Street Pub

Main Street Pub's menu is known for its depth and variety, and its menu for kids is no exception. With 9 kid-friendly entree options and Kids Eat Free on Sunday and Mondays, this spot is definitely welcoming to families.

Kids can dine on PB&J, pizza, macaroni and cheese, quesadillas, hamburgers and more. Be sure to check their appetizers for more delicious options: the pretzel bites and dingers (boneless chicken wings) are also kid approved.

Where to Find Main Street Pub
Main Street Pub offers 5 locations in SWMI:

• Portage: 7509 S Westnedge Ave (near Jimmy John's and Biggby)
• Kalamazoo: 4514 W Main St (just east of Drake Road)
• Gull Road: 5462 Gull Rd (next to Menards at Sprinkle)
• Downtown Vicksburg: 208 E Prairie St
• Mattawan: 52887 N Main St (next to Chinn Chinn)

🍽 Voted # 3 Best Kids Menu

4213 Portage St, Kalamazoo, MI 49001

One Well Brewing

Microbrewery One Well Brewing strives to provide Kalamazoo with a quality, craft-brewed selection of beers and tasty food. Entertain the kids while they wait for food with pinball machines, dart boards and board games galore.

Pizza is the most popular kids' menu option here; they also offer macaroni and cheese, pb&j and grilled cheese.

Where to Find One Well Brewing
One Well is located at 4213 Portage Street in Kalamazoo. Find them just north of El Ranchero and Rocket Comics.

🍽 Voted # 4 Best Kids Menu
4010 Gull Rd, Kalamazoo, MI 49048

🍽 Voted # 5 Best Kids Menu

6101 W Main St, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
7842 Portage Rd, Portage, MI 49002

Latitude 42 Brewing Company

Locally owned and operated distillery, brewery and full kitchen, serving up favorites including juicy burgers, fresh salads & sandwiches, pizza and so much more.

After you polish off your burger, play an outdoor game in their beer garden.

Kids can choose from macaroni and cheese, pasta (buttered or with red sauce) or chicken tenders as entrees. All kids' meals come with a dirt cup; you can also swap the ice cream treat for fruit.

Where to Find Latitude 42 Brewing Company
Latitude 42 has two locations:

• Kalamazoo: intersection of West Main and US-131
• Portage: intersection of Portage Rd and Centre Ave (across from McDonald's)

Kids Menu in Paw Paw
120 E Michigan Ave, Paw Paw, MI 49079

120 Taphouse & Bistro

120 Taphouse & Bistro makes their menu items from scratch using locally sourced ingredients where possible and in season, and there are always a few unique specials on the menu too.

Kids meals come with Oreos; we recommend the pork taco and cheeseburger. If you want to stick to the traditional kid-approved entrees, their mac and cheese is the classic Kraft recipe.

Where to Find 120 Taphouse & Bistro
120 Taphouse Bistro is on your left as you turn West onto E. Michigan Ave in Paw Paw.

Kids Menu in Portage
3251 W Centre St, Portage, MI 49024

Centre Street Tap House

Centre Street Tap House's menu contains all the pub food you know and love, but some international pub grub also rounds out their menu.

Some kids picks from here include the hotdog and chicken tenders. Be sure to snag a "breads and spreads" meal for your kids to share.

Where to Find Centre Street Tap House
Located in the same plaza as Great Clips and Breakfast at Tiffany's on Centre Street in Portage.

Kids Menu in Kalamazoo
​3013 Oakland Dr, Kalamazoo, MI 49008
6946 W Q Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49009

Fletcher's Pub

Whether you're wanting a burger, pasta, seafood or a great sandwich, Fletcher's Pub offers an extensive menu with appetizers, soups, sandwiches and delicious entrées.

Kids have many choices here, with nine different entree selections. Popular ones include pizza, quesadillas and corn dogs.

Where to Find Fletcher's Pub
Fletcher's Pub has two locations:
• Kalamazoo: Across from Woods Lake Park on Oakland Drive
• Texas Corners: Right before 8th Street on W Q Ave (next door to Holy Taco).

Kids Menu in Portage

7141 S Westnedge Ave, Portage, MI 49002

Monelli's Italian Grill and Sports Bar

Italian food & grill meets sports bar makes Monelli's a great place to catch a game while enjoying classic pasta dishes.

The kids menu here is larger than most, with six entree choices including pizza, multiple pasta items, chicken tenders and ham and cheese.

Where to Find Monelli's Italian Grill and Sports Bar
Monelli's is centrally located in Portage on South Westnedge, catty corner from Culver's.

Kids Menu in Kalamazoo
4010 Gull Rd, Kalamazoo, MI 49048
343 W. Prairie Street, Vicksburg, MI 49097

Roxie's Breakfast & Lunch

Classic breakfast & lunch options line the menu at Roxie's, with meals prepared fresh daily at an affordable price.

For kids, check the menu for "Grayson's Lunch" and "Addy's Breakfast" for their entree options. Mickey Mouse pancakes are a favorite here.

Where to Find Roxie's Breakfast & Lunch
Find Roxie's in two locations locally:
• 4010 Gull Road: just east of ALDI
• Vicksburg: near N Boulevard & W Prairie at 343 W Prairie Street

Kids Menu in Kalamazoo
1332 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49006

University Roadhouse

With the same owners as Main Street Pub and Fletchers, University Roadhouse offers a big selection of classic American fare. Their kids' offerings are numerous and include classics like pb&j and chicken fingers.

If the weather permits, be sure to grab a seat outside on their rooftop patio.

Where to Find University Roadhouse
Located near Waldo Stadium, you'll find University Roadhouse off of W Michigan Ave and Monroe.

FAQs

What Foods are Most Commonly Featured on Children’s Restaurant Menus?

While no two kids love the same meal, most restaurants offer classic kid-approved entrees like macaroni and cheese, chicken tenders and pizza on their menus.

Some restaurants also cater to more varied kids’ palettes, offering items like steak, fish entrees or sandwiches.

Which Restaurants Offer Kids Eat Free Meals?

Many restaurants offer specials for discounted or free children’s meals (usually 12 and under). These specials require the purchase of an adult’s entree and are dine-in only. See our roundups of Kids Eat Free meals in SWMI.