Best child-friendly restaurants in Moscow

Best child-friendly restaurants in Moscow

by Haley James
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  • 1. Ribambelle
  • 2. AnderSon Family Cafes
  • 3. Food Embassy
  • 4. Karlsson (Carlson)
  • 5. Shinok Restaurant
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Every parent knows how naughty kids can be, especially when they are bored. Any get-together will be ruined, if your little ones don’t like their food or have another reason to throw a tantrum. Fortunately, there are plenty of leisure activities and entertainment for children of all ages nowadays, including wonderful indoor play areas in modern restaurants and cafes. Whenever you eat out with your family, picking the right dining venue is essential. A proper playground nearby or creative masterclasses, like face painting and crafting, wouldn’t go amiss – actually, it’s the only way to let adults enjoy their meal. 

These Moscow restaurants are designed to impress both parents and their kids, either with fantastic playgrounds or live entertainment by a children’s performer. The establishments feature menus for picky eaters, open spaces for running and play, as well as creative activities to leave everyone satisfied. 

1. Ribambelle 
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Ribambelle
#485 of 25135 restaurants in Moscow, Russia
Botanicheskiy Lane, 5, Moscow, Russia, 129090
Closed until 10AM
Macarons
Macarons

They are meringue-based cookie sandwiches. Macarons are made with almond flour and food colouring and filled with jam or buttercream. There are two ways how to cook meringue - French and Italian methods.

Average bill 2000 rubles

Undoubtedly, these are the most popular family-friendly dining venues in the Russian capital. Each of the four chain restaurants is designed in a certain style, presenting a wide range of playful and craft activities for little visitors. The educational Ribambelle clubs and art studios offer various captivating lessons like, drawing and modeling, candle and soap making, cooking, as well as ballet classes. Along with that, the team of talented child entertainers regularly give excellent theatrical performances and invent intellectual quests. 

If you visit Ribambelle Vremena Goda on Kutuzovsky Prospekt, the whole family is sure to be fascinated by this unique place. Exquisite cuisine, elegant interior design, an extensive indoor playground – everything you need for the perfect family time. Moreover, the restaurant features a notable miniature copy of the big world with stylish mini-houses and mini-shops. 

Inspired by European and Mediterranean cuisine, the varied menu of the restaurant represents a palette of flavors to please even the pickiest foodies and gourmets. From the children’s menu, little guests can order delicious vanilla cheesecakes, colorful macarons, or homemade dumplings.

2. AnderSon Family Cafes
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AnderSon
#128 of 3016 restaurants with desserts in Moscow, Russia
Zhulebinsky Boulevard, 5, Moscow, Russia, 109145
Closed until 9AM
Italian pizza
Italian pizza

Some classic Italian ingredients such as Prosciutto San Daniele, Provolone, artichokes, Italian sausage, salami, black olives, anchovies and of course a few strands of fresh basil are the true 'wonder toppings' for an authentic Italian pizza.

Average bill 700-1700 rubles

These child-friendly cafes are famous not only in Moscow, but also in other parts of Russia. Even if you’re staying in the suburbs, it won’t take you too long to get to the nearest AnderSon establishment: there are more than thirty cafes in Moscow.

The cozy atmosphere and harmonious interior design present an ideal combination of dining and entertainment for kids and their parents. Here, any little explorer can indulge in the world of fantastic dry pools and unusual toys, or enjoy favorite cartoons in a small cinema, snuggling on bean bag chairs. Girls can visit a special salon-room to make a new crazy hairstyle; for young astronauts, there is a room with the starry sky depicting comets and meteorites. What is more, for the youngest ones, the staff always keeps at hand a set of diapers and napkins, as well as provide changing tables, high chairs, teeter-totters, and playpens. 

Created both for adults and kids, Anderson’s menu offers European and Italian dishes, scrumptious desserts, and home-made lemonade.

3. Food Embassy
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Food Embassy
#724 of 25135 restaurants in Moscow, Russia
Mira Avenue, 26с2, Moscow, Russia, 129090
Closed until 12PM
Ceviche
Ceviche

Ceviche is fresh fish or other seafood marinated in citrus juice with various additional ingredients. The dish originated in Peru, however, there are different variations of ceviche all over the world. Its name means "food" in Spanish or "dish" in Quechuan.

Average bill 2400 rubles

Located next to the Botanical Garden of Moscow State University, known as ‘Aptekarsky ogorod’, Food Embassy is the project of celebrated actress Julia Vysotskaya. The charming dining venue is definitely the perfect place to enjoy excellent food in a safe, child-friendly surrounding. The warm atmosphere with candles and beautiful plants, large windows and views of the picturesque garden – Food Embassy interior would remind you of your family country house.

Along with the special children’s menu, there’s a nice playroom with soft carpets, a vintage doll house, and a huge teddy bear. Every weekend from 2 pm till 5 pm, Food Embassy invites little kids to practice with professional teachers from theater studios, or make crusty cakes and elaborate sculptures with animators. In summer, the visitors can dine outside the restaurant in a large airy patio, with the amazing mini-park for kids nearby. 

Food Embassy menu features nourishing soups and complicated salads, an extensive wine and cocktail list, as well as dishes, invented specially for the little ones. 

4. Karlsson (Carlson)  
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Karlson
#805 of 25135 restaurants in Moscow, Russia
Ovchinnikovskaya Naberezhnaya, 20 building 1, Moscow, Russia
Closed until 12PM
Borsch
Borsch

Borsch is a native Ukrainian and Polish dish. A distinctive feature of this soup is its color - red or dark red, it all depends on the beet, which is added there. Borsch is a very rich soup, its broth is brewed from beef meat, and then vegetables such as cabbage, carrots, onions, potatoes are added to it. Today there are many varieties of borsch, but, of course, this is one of the most favorite dishes in Russia and Moldova.

Average bill 2700 rubles

The modern cuisine restaurant Carlson is located on the roof of the Central City Tower business center. The rooftop dining venue offers spectacular views of the Kremlin and Moscow River, which would undoubtedly fascinate guests of all ages. Not only does the place provide an overwhelming feast for the eyes, Carlson features a variety of European and Russian dishes and the best wine cart in the area.

For younger foodies, the restaurant menu has a number of artistic and eye-catching foods, like lasagna ‘Karlsson Haus’ or home-made ice-cream. All the dishes are developed by the brand-chef Carlo Greco.

In Carlson, children can participate in diverse entertainment programs, cooking masterclasses, and various art activities, traditionally carried out every Sunday. 

5. Shinok Restaurant 
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Shinok
#511 of 25135 restaurants in Moscow, Russia
1905 Goda Street, 2, Moscow, Russia, 123022
Closed until 12PM
Dumplings
Dumplings

It is a broad range of dishes from all over the world. They are small balls of dough that is made with flour and water and wrapped around a filling. Fillings are so versatile, it can be any meat, fish, seafood, fruit, etc. Dumplings can be boiled, baked, steamed or fried.

Average bill 2100 rubles

The legendary ‘Shinok’ was opened in 1997 by Andrey Dellos. The iconic restaurant is famous for its authentic Ukraine dishes, prepared by the Chef Elena Nikiforova. The modern interior and the atmosphere of a crossroad tavern create an ideal dining scene to spend some quality time with your family. ‘Shinok’ menu features a wonderful fusion of classical national cuisine and modern culinary technologies, as well as offers special foods for little visitors.

Every weekend, the place hosts various thematic events for children and presents interactive workshops. Even more, in ‘Shinok’, you can witness an amazing imitation of a rustic courtyard: a spacious glass atrium with wandering peacocks, rabbits, goats, and a cow!

After an exhausting working day, you may fancy dining out at some fine, peaceful place to wind down and recharge. Still, things are more tricky, if you’re a parent, and going to just any restaurant seems impossible. In this case, child-friendly restaurants are right up your alley. Such establishments have special children’s menus, indoor playgrounds or activity corners – the perfect places for kids to run wild and refuel their never-ending energy. 

There was our list of the best places to dine at with your kids in Moscow. If you have anything to add or recommend, you’re very welcome to share your experience in the comments below.

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GelatoGuruX5 (Guest) 5 months ago Request content removal

As a foodie traveler who loves to explore child-friendly restaurants, I was impressed by the variety of offerings in Moscow. One particular highlight was Food Embassy, which combines excellent food with a safe and entertaining environment for children. Julia Vysotskaya's charming restaurant is decorated like a family country house, complete with large windows and views of the picturesque Botanical Garden. The children's menu features nourishing soups and elaborate sculptures, while the playroom is stocked with soft carpets, a vintage doll house, and a huge teddy bear. The restaurant also offers weekend workshops where kids can learn from professional teachers and animators. And in the summer, guests can enjoy their meal in a large airy patio with a mini-park nearby. All in all, Food Embassy seems like the perfect place to relax with family while indulging in top-notch cuisine.

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