Best Family Friendly Restaurants in Tribeca & Soho (10013)
10 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Bubby’s
A long-running Tribeca comfort-food hub with serious pie credibility.
Notable Picks
#1
Bubby’s
8.8
A high-volume Tribeca standby where comfort-food classics land reliably, from pancakes to fried chicken, in a lively room that actually works for kids. It’s built for mixed-age groups: fast refills, flexible ordering, and a menu with enough range to keep everyone happy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pancakes, Fried chicken, Key lime pie
What makes it special: A long-running Tribeca comfort-food hub with serious pie credibility.
8.6
A Tribeca anchor with a warm, always-busy energy and an urban-Italian menu that rewards ordering for the table. The kitchen excels at pastas and shareable mains, and the room’s steady hum makes it a reliable choice for both celebratory dinners and high-confidence business meals.
Must-Try Dishes:
Sheep’s milk ricotta with herbs, Pappardelle, Chicken for two
What makes it special: High-volume Tribeca osteria that stays dependable and lively.
8.4
A big, crowd-tested Chinatown dining room that shines for family groups who want dim sum and Cantonese staples without overthinking it. Come hungry, order wide, and treat it like a greatest-hits menu where everyone gets something they recognize.
Must-Try Dishes:
Dim sum selection, BBQ pork buns, Roast duck
What makes it special: A high-capacity dim sum destination built for multi-generational groups.
8.3
A Chinatown classic that works for families because the menu is straightforward, the portions are shareable, and kids can stick to dumplings-and-buns comfort. It’s best as a daytime meal where you order a tight set of staples and keep the table moving.
Must-Try Dishes:
Original egg roll, Shrimp dumplings (har gow), Soup dumplings
What makes it special: Old-school Chinatown dim sum in a retro, landmark-like dining room.
#5
Wo Hop
8.2
A Chinatown classic that’s best used as a fast, satisfying family meal when you want familiar Cantonese-American comfort. The ordering strategy is simple: one noodle/rice, one veg, one protein, and a crispy starter so kids and adults both win.
Must-Try Dishes:
Roast pork lo mein, Salt-baked shrimp, Beef with broccoli
What makes it special: A decades-old basement Chinatown staple serving wok-driven classics fast.
#6
Square Diner
8.2
A Tribeca diner that works for families because it’s fast, familiar, and flexible—the kind of place where everyone can get exactly what they want. It’s strongest for breakfast and early lunch, when the room turns tables quickly and the classics hit cleanly.
Must-Try Dishes:
Huevos rancheros, Tuna melt, Pancakes
What makes it special: A true diner option in a neighborhood short on them.
Vibes:
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Comfort Food Classics
Trendy Table Hotspots
A dependable choice for family occasions because the centerpiece dish is inherently shareable and fun at the table. Book it for a duck-focused meal, then fill in with one noodle or rice plate and a vegetable so the meal stays balanced for mixed ages.
Must-Try Dishes:
Peking duck, Duck pancakes, Lo mein
What makes it special: A classic duck house where the main event is built for sharing.
8.0
Vibes:
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Comfort Food Classics
Trendy Table Hotspots
A Little Italy family-style standby that works best when you lean into big platters and classic red-sauce comfort. It’s a strong pick for large family tables because ordering is simple and the portions are built to share without negotiation.
Must-Try Dishes:
Family-style pasta, Chicken parm, Sausage and peppers
What makes it special: Old-school Little Italy family-style plates that feed a whole table.
Worthy Picks
7.9
A Tribeca Italian dining room that can work for families when you keep the order classic and table-friendly: pasta, a straightforward main, and a shared dessert. It’s best for slightly older kids or early dinners, when the room is calmer and pacing is easier.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cacio e pepe, Burrata with seasonal accompaniments, Tiramisu
What makes it special: Reliable Tribeca Italian with a true outdoor-seating setup.
#10
Caffe Napoli
7.8
A longtime Little Italy cafe-restaurant that plays well for families who want pizza-and-pasta simplicity in a casual setting. It’s a good reset option when you need broad appeal, quick ordering, and a menu that doesn’t require explaining to kids.
Must-Try Dishes:
Margherita pizza, Chicken francese, Cannoli
What makes it special: A low-fuss Little Italy classic where everyone can find a safe order.