Having a good meal does not come easy these days. While you are spoilt for choice in selecting the best place to have a decent and practical meal, being a parent adds weight to the equation.
More than you can imagine for the kids
In fact, you need to now find places which are children friendly so that you can eat without having to worry if your toddler or child is bored unless you are looking to make pizzas all the time. So where would be the best places to go around the Klang Valley?
Places to indulge for adult and kids
Not many places offer a place cordoned for the children. Especially if you are bringing a toddler, you would want to ensure that the play area is safe for them before leaving your kids there and then enjoying your meal. So, how do you ensure that you can enjoy your meal? Here are some ideas:
- Menu – Some restaurants prepare a specific list of foods that are catered for children. This is something you might want to look for before deciding so that there is something for your kid when you dine there
- Play Area – Not all restaurants provide a dedicated play area. If there aren’t any, you will have to keep your child entertained while you have your meal which can be quite challenging at times
- Toys and books – Some restaurants do not provide play areas but they offer toys, board games and children books to keep the young ones entertained
Marmalade Bangsar Village
This place has a very cosy and intimate setting with colourful chairs and furniture. The menu items here are deliciously prepared to offer great homely food while there are toys for the young ones to play and be occupied while the adults indulge into some great pastas and smoothies.
Rimba and Rusa Kota Damansara
Located in Sunway Nexis in Kota Damansara, this place looks as if it is set for the kids. Its colourful motifs of arts and crafts definitely stand out and would entice any kid into its magical kingdom.
Antipodean in various locations
This place is a very popular outlet where there is a small area for the little ones to play with toys or watch TV while the adults enjoy their meal.
Dear Azalea at Tropicana
This place is run by a family which mean they know what its like for you. Pastries here are wonderfully made with kids seating options. Its colourful outlook just makes it all the more exciting for the young ones.
Fit For 2 Bangsar Village
Fit For 2 has one of the most interesting places to eat. Located in Bangsar Village, it comes with a nappy changing place and a breastfeeding room if needed while there is quite a lot of interested dishes here as well.
Wicket Pancake Parlour
Located along Jalan Batai, this is where you will want to try out their pancake choices. The wooden interior design makes it a great place to start your meal. There is a dedicated play area for the children here to enjoy the magical world of make-believe.
Kopimeo Shah Alam
Quite a popular hangout during the lunch hours. This place has a play corner for the kids and toddlers to roam around and interact while the adults enjoy a peaceful meal.
Good Friends Restaurant and Café
Located in SS15, this café is very family-friendly. Food prices here are quite economical while there is a fun environment for the children where there are activities and many other resources that the kids will love.
IKEA The Curve
If you are shopping IKEA at Mutiara Damansara (or just window shopping), you could enjoy the continental delicacies at the café. There is actually a kids play area here where you can let them run around while you enjoy your meal or go around the retail areas.
Wondermilk Cafe in Damansara Utama and Citta Mall
There are 2 branches of Wondermilk Café which comes with a great place for kids to play. Meanwhile, you can enjoy the sandwiches and great coffee or indulge in some shopping for novelties by this renowned brand.
For Goodness Cakes
For Goodness Cakes is a unique place to enjoy snacks and various types of dishes. The main course here would be the cakes where there is a play area for the kids to run around while you indulge in your meal.
Out of Africa
As the name implies, you pretty much get a safari-themed place to heat here. Located within the PJ Palsm Sport Centre, kids can splash into the pool and run around the park. You could dine at the restaurant that serves great African cuisine.
TGI Fridays at various locations
One of the main attractions of dining in TGI Fridays is that your kids get to eat for free. Choose among the various items on the menu like a burger or chicken fingers for the kid when the adult buy a main course.
Johnny Rockets, Sunway Pyramid
In Sunway Pyramid, the Johnny Rockets outlet is said to be the largest one in the country. Children will like its ultra-friendly staff and environment. At level 2, there is a play area where you can enjoy a game of foosball or e-darts while a mini playground is available as well.
Bubba Gump Citta Mall
This place might not be everyone’s cup of tea but if you like what you see, then it’s a great place to bring the kids. there is a mini house here as wall as all kinds of attractions for both parents and the kids.