Best places: Family restaurants in California

Playful, storied shop with local art & an espresso bar making ice cream & sorbet in diverse flavors.

👍👍 Great food and wonderful selection on the menu and the service was fantastic!

Cheery haunt with a retro vibe offering straightforward pizza, pasta & calzones, plus beer & wine.

Employee-owned since 1983, stuffed or thin-crust pies are made to order with a special tomato sauce.

Popular destination for grilled kebabs & other Lebanese specialties, served in a funky setting.

Elegant fine-dining chain with a seafood & steak menu, plus a cocktail lounge featuring live jazz

👍👍 Great lil spot for breakfast.great service, friendly atmosphere. Might have a short wait time to be seated but well worth it!

👍 Monster portions! New locale I had never visited. Ordered Ham steak with eggs and potatoes, and a Pumpkin Spice waffle. Pics should show you all you need to know. Ham steak was great, totally took 75% home so take that into consideration or bring a monster appetite. Waffle sounded appetizing, I w...

Creative chef Jason Quinn's modern gastropub offers changing New American fare & top-shelf drinks.

Mediterranean brunch items & a few Californian classics served in a petite, homey atmosphere.

👍👍 Today we ate at this restaurant for the first time and we really enjoyed it. The food had the original taste without extra spices. Shawarma and beef kabob was the best. Hummus, salads and everything was delicious. Thank you for that.

Counter-serve chain for custom burgers, including poultry & veggie versions, plus fries & shakes.

👍👍 First time trying Indian food and I had such a pleasant experience. I walked in and the young man allowed us to choose where to sit. Since it was my first time trying, he happily explained everything to us and his service was amazing. Food is super delicious and innovative. The restaurant is beautif...

Refined riffs on traditional Italian cooking, served in a warm dining room or on the outdoor patio.

Bustling steak & fresh seafood spot with patio happy hour in a chic, contemporary space.

American standards served all day long, plus Mexican dishes & healthy fare in an eclectic setting.

Cozy Japanese restaurant with a terrace offering snacks, sushi & ramen, plus teriyaki dishes.

👍👍 I wish I had discovered this place sooner! I went for a late lunch and was surprised by the service and the food. The service was amazing and they go above and beyond to make sure you are satisfied with your time there. And the food was happy food dance worthy! I tried the fry bread sweet, the onion...

Sushi & other Japanese fare are served in a bright, open space with large windows & TVs.

Cozy American daytime cafe for omelets, sandwiches & old-school shakes, plus a pet-friendly patio.