Chuck E. Cheese's
3737 E Foothill Blvd, Pasadena, CA
Bright colors, loud music and cartoon animals in various stages of hysteria: It
doesn't get better than this.
Rainforest Cafe
1515 S Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA
This cartoon jungle is a child's wonderland, with waterfalls, swinging monkeys
and a canopy of faux flora and fauna.
Chili My Soul
4928 Balboa Blvd, Encino, CA
Innovative renditions of Texas' signature dish, whipped up in a Valley
mini-mall.
Mr. Cecil's California Ribs
12244 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Whimsical and casual barbecue spot serves up super-sized slabs.
Johnny Rockets
Multiple Locations
A neon-lit trip back to the Eisenhower era comes with burgers, shakes and
fries.
Bob's Big Boy
4211 Riverside Dr, Burbank, CA
Worship burgers, hot rods and carhop waitresses at this modernist palace of
Americana.
Red Robin America's Gourmet Burgers and Spirits
24005 Calabasas Rd, Calabasas, CA
Colorful, chaotic restaurant promises loaded burgers and endless fries for kids
and a fully stocked bar for their parents.
Kay n' Dave's Cantina
262 26th St, Santa Monica, CA
Family-friendly fresh Mex cantina emphasizes Crayolas over Cuervo.
Claim Jumper
820 W Huntington Drive, Monrovia, CA
Gold mining and dining unite at this kitschy all-American eatery.
Angeli Caffe
7274 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA
A casual trattoria catering to discriminating foodies and their kids.
Kay n' Dave's Cantina
262 26th St, Santa Monica, CA
Family-friendly fresh Mex cantina emphasizes Crayolas over Cuervo.
Chuck E. Cheese's
3737 E Foothill Blvd, Pasadena, CA
Bright colors, loud music and cartoon animals in various stages of hysteria: It
doesn't get better than this.
Mel's Drive-In
1650 N Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA
This '50s-inspired diner is the quintessential Hollywood combination of faux
reality and nostalgia.
28128 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA
Spend the day on the private beach and then have a family dinner inside or on
the patio. Better yet, bring a pail and shovel for some fun in the sun and
sand.
6757 Greenleaf Ave, Whittier, CA
Forget Ed Debevic's: This Uptown Whittier '50s-inspired diner offers a range of
greasy-spoon favorites in a classic soda shop atmosphere.
11623 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Come dressed in PJs on the last Wednesday of every month and get a dreamy deal:
Pay for a drink, and your dinner is free.
