Best Family Restaurants in Denton

"Whoever first discovered the cheeseburger, french fries, and Coke combo was an absolute genius. When Drew Gressett started Hat Creek, he set out to build something family-friendly, fast-casual, and just as good as that all-American meal combination. Tuesday is family night, when discounts abound on combos and kids meals."

"It doesn’t get much more kid-friendly than Hat Creek Burger Company. Sometimes, it isn’t a fancy meal you’re after, but a quick bite and a quick wiggle release. Dallas’ Hat Creek, like all of its locations, includes a pretty epic playground."

"It may look like just another Chinese restaurant from the outside, but once you step past the red lanterns, you'll soon realize this place is anything but average. Located in the Las Colinas area of Irving, Fortune House specializes in Shanghainese cuisine with dumplings (especially soup dumplings) taking center stage. But the extensive menu incorporates something for everyone, from familiar dishes like ginger beef and mu shu pork to ones with a Shanghai flavor such as pan-fried pork buns, Liang Xiang chestnut chicken in hot pot, sweet & sour jellyfish and more."

"For xiao long bao, pan fried pork buns and dumplings for days, Irving’s Fortune House is arguably the metroplex’s finest option. Order online for contactless carryout or pickup."

"The Mangiamo family created their restaurant to share their passion and talent for Italian cooking. Known for its Old World charm, Mangiamo's dishes are inspired by the Little Italy section of the Bronx in New York City, which even to this day teems with traditional delis, upscale restaurants, food stalls, and everything in between. Mangiamo serves classic appetizers, flavorful salads, savory pastas, and delicious meat dishes."

"Mangiamo Italian Restaurant is all about bringing you back in your good memories through their restaurants’ ambience, warm customer service and outstanding meals. They make sure to offer simple but genuine meals that are inspired by Italian cuisine. All ingredients are carefully selected to make sure the quality is always excellent, ensuring the rich and balanced flavoured in every dish."

"At Nico’s, parents can sip frozen margaritas and sample starters like ceviche acapulqueño, bean nachos, and queso fundido on the patio while watching kids play around on the background playground. The children’s menu has tacos, quesadillas, chicken tenders, burritos, and grilled cheese; on the regular menu, you’ll find Tex-Mex and Mexican staples like tamales, enchiladas, flautas, and more."

"Yama Sushi has been serving its customers an outstanding and mouth-watering sushi delicacies and other meals. The restaurant is located in Dallas and is considered as a favorite spot to dine in and start a meaningful conversation. Their chef who is preparing the sushi has more than two decades of experience in the field that is why customers are assured they are tasting flavorful and magnificent sushi."

"The door cheerfully jingles open at this funky joint at the end of a strip mall, which stays open till 2 am most nights. Come with a crowd for grilled squid or the kitchen’s excellent version of the thick, savory pancake called okonomiyaki, fluttering with bonito flakes. Under neon signs advertising highballs made with barley or sweet potato shōchū, patrons quaff pitchers of Asahi."

"After starting as a food trailer in Austin, this very family-friendly chain has locations in Allen, Coppell, Keller, Little Elm, Mansfield, McKinney, Rowlett, Sachse, Roanoke, Richardson Dallas. it boasts a small-but-mighty menu of burgers, or “hats” as the restaurant refers to them, plus fries, salads, and a good number of milkshakes. Each restaurant is different, but they all have a killer playground for the kids."

"Located on Independence Parkway, Kesari features wholly authentic Indian fare. You can order dosa with curry, chili, and various spreads and toppings. The daily specials include vegetable rice bowls and different kinds of lentil dishes."

"Award-winning Indian restaurant in Dallas, located in the Preston Valley Shopping Center offering authentic dishes with vegetarian options for lunch and dinner with delivery available."

"North Lake HighlandsPlant-based cafe inside a Vietnamese marketFrom crispy egg rolls and soft spring rolls to pho and other hearty noodle soups, everything on the menu at this no-frills cafe inside a strip mall Vietnamese market comes packed with as much authentic flavor as meaty counterparts elsewhere. The kitchen uses mostly tofu and other soy-based proteins to recreate the taste and texture of animal proteins like chicken and beef, but when paired with complex sauces and vividly colored vegetables atop rice or noodles, animal products will not be missed."

"D’Vegan is a tiny Vietnamese eatery hidden away on Walnut Street. If you’re in the mood for plant-based Vietnamese cuisine, give D’Vegan a try. Their pho is especially well-loved, and you can also try the beef seitan lemongrass noodles."

"I came here last week at 7pm and the lights were out and the door was locked. I guess they closed earl..."

"North Lake HighlandsPlant-based cafe inside a Vietnamese marketFrom crispy egg rolls and soft spring rolls to pho and other hearty noodle soups, everything on the menu at this no-frills cafe inside a strip mall Vietnamese market comes packed with as much authentic flavor as meaty counterparts elsewhere. The kitchen uses mostly tofu and other soy-based proteins to recreate the taste and texture of animal proteins like chicken and beef, but when paired with complex sauces and vividly colored vegetables atop rice or noodles, animal products will not be missed."

"D’Vegan is a tiny Vietnamese eatery hidden away on Walnut Street. If you’re in the mood for plant-based Vietnamese cuisine, give D’Vegan a try. Their pho is especially well-loved, and you can also try the beef seitan lemongrass noodles."

"I came here last week at 7pm and the lights were out and the door was locked. I guess they closed earl..."

"Anyone willing to travel a bit further for some natural beauty will be rewarded by this 200-acre park, 20 minutes away in Plano. At Arbor Hills there’s a trail system adding up to about nine miles, including three miles that are paved. The park is broken down into three main habitats: Blackland Prairie, Riparian Forest and Upland Forest, sustaining birds like woodpeckers, herons, owls and turkey vultures, as well as coyotes, deer, bobcats and several snake species."

"Nestled on the edge of western Plano, the Arbor Hills Nature Preserve is popular with families. Follow the trails along the creek, ride bikes, wander through the wildflower pasture or stop for lunch at one of the picnic tables located in the 200-acre park. 6701 W Parker Rd.Plano, TX 75093"

"Arbor Hills Nature Preserve(6701 W. Parker Road, Plano 75093) One of my favorites. Paved trails, unpaved nature trails, 200 acres of creeks, paths, and open spaces. You can easily forget you are just a couple miles from the Dallas Tollway."