The Mill on MacArthur is one of The 15 Best Family-Friendly Places in Richmond.

1. The Mill on MacArthur

8.6
4023 MacArthur Ave, Richmond, VA
American Restaurant · Bellevue · 42 tips and reviews

shawn h.shawn horst: Pretzels with the beer cheese is awesome. One of the only places with lions head on tap. Family friendly

Deanna G.Deanna Gordon: country fried chicken biscuit sandwich and Cheerwine in a bottle. incredible.

shineshineshineshineshineshine: Hot mess is huge and delicious and only $8

Gelati Celesti is one of The 15 Best Family-Friendly Places in Richmond.

2. Gelati Celesti

9.1
3004 Stony Point Rd, Richmond, VA
Dessert Shop · Huguenot · 16 tips and reviews

Colleen M.Colleen McCullough: The "small" waffle cone is huge. Try the unusual flavors like sweet corn. Cinnamon + Rainbow cookie= snickerdoodle. Mmm.

Melissa K.Melissa Kirk: Try the lavender gelato

MacMac: Try the Gelato!

The Byrd Theatre is one of The 15 Best Family-Friendly Places in Richmond.

3. The Byrd Theatre

8.9
2908 W Cary St (Colonial Ave), Richmond, VA
Movie Theater · Carytown · 60 tips and reviews

Lauren B.Lauren Bacon: Best $2 spent at local spot for a great movie. Family friendly. Feedthebyrd.org

RobRob: Oldtime classic movie theatre with second runs, pls classics, etc. Super affordable and family friendly.

Bryan M.Bryan Mortensen: A must stop for anyone who'd like to see a movie in a early 1900's style theater.

perk! is one of The 15 Best Family-Friendly Places in Richmond.

4. perk!

8.7
2620 Buford Rd (Forest Hill Ave), North Chesterfield, VA
Café · Midlothian · 4 tips and reviews

Karen B.Karen Burgess: Ordered Light Roast box coffee for group gathering. Very good.

Molly S.Molly Szkotak: Such a sweet, thoughtful little coffee shop!

natalie k.natalie kay: Great coffee and good chocolate chip cookies!

Perly's is one of The 15 Best Family-Friendly Places in Richmond.

5. Perly's

9.1
111 E Grace St, Richmond, VA
Deli · Downtown Richmond · 39 tips and reviews

Brian B.Brian Bassett: New Yorkers dying for some good deli food? This upscale one is the best the city has to offer and it's great!

Phil W.Phil Williams: The build-your-own sandwich menu can be a little intimidating, but the waitstaff can help you craft something delicious.

Brittany J.Brittany Jobes: Get there early for Sunday brunch - they run out of menu items by noon. Try the beet Bloody Mary with everything bagel rim.

Union Market is one of The 15 Best Family-Friendly Places in Richmond.

6. Union Market

9.4
2306 Jefferson Ave, Richmond, VA
Deli · 26 tips and reviews

Tom W.Tom Whitt: You can't go wrong. Just try anything.

Elle B.Elle Breezee: Mushroom kale sausage soup, and sit outside!

Jeff R.Jeff Rock: Belly up to the best little bar you've never been to. Great selection. Even draft kambucha (if you're into that kind of thing).

Sugar Shack Donuts is one of The 15 Best Family-Friendly Places in Richmond.

7. Sugar Shack Donuts

9.0
1001 N Lombardy St (at W Leigh St), Richmond, VA
Donut Shop · Carver · 84 tips and reviews

Alejandra M.Alejandra Morlett: Best donuts in RVA. Bacon donuts, Samoa donuts...you name it :)

RVANewsRVANews: The Samoa doughnut is covered with Sugar Shack’s fantastic caramel (used on many other varieties), toasted coconut, and chocolate frosting.

Elle B.Elle Breezee: What's not good here? Always fresh, varieties of donuts are updated by the minute!

Lee's Famous Recipe Fried Chicken is one of The 15 Best Family-Friendly Places in Richmond.

8. Lee's Famous Recipe Fried Chicken

8.6
2200 W Broad St (at Allison St), Richmond, VA
Fried Chicken Joint · Fan - Oregon Hill - Carver · 32 tips and reviews

Chamara M.Chamara McCray: Best chicken in town. PS must try mac n cheese

RVALunchSpecialRVALunchSpecial: It may be fast food, but it beats KFC.

Mrs T.Mrs Thomas: I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the potato wedges!!!

Alamo BBQ is one of The 15 Best Family-Friendly Places in Richmond.

9. Alamo BBQ

8.8
2202 Jefferson Ave (22nd St.), Richmond, VA
BBQ Joint · Church Hill · 88 tips and reviews

Laureston H.Laureston Hawley: This is my favorite restaurant in RVA! The pulled pork is amazing. I always get a pulled pork sandwich with a side of potato salad and feel right at home.

Jess S.Jess S.: You need this mac n cheese in your life.

Michael N.Michael Ny: ohmygod. simply orgasmic. Everything! Jalapeño mac n' cheese is AMAZING.

Chicken Fiesta is one of The 15 Best Family-Friendly Places in Richmond.

10. Chicken Fiesta

8.9
2311 Broad St, Richmond, VA
Latin American Restaurant · The Fan · 15 tips and reviews

Alejandra M.Alejandra Morlett: Best rostisery chicken in richmond. burritos, salads, tacos de pollo, all delicous! Also conveniently located near VCU.

Sam (@HandstandSam)Sam (@HandstandSam): Amazing chicken!

Jonathan O.Jonathan Oliver: Sooooo good! Get the number #1 combo (chicken sandwich). Soooooo good!

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts is one of The 15 Best Family-Friendly Places in Richmond.

11. Krispy Kreme Doughnuts

8.7
4906 West Broad St (Staples Mill), Richmond, VA
Donut Shop · 49 tips and reviews

Khalid A.Khalid Al Ahmad: Soft, fresh, hot, and crispy glazed donuts made right in front of you!

Stephen Y.Stephen Yung: Always get the hot glazed donuts...always.

Deanna G.Deanna Gordon: you just can't resist krispy kreme doughnuts, and why would you want to? indulge.

Mary Angela's Pizza Subs & Pasta is one of The 15 Best Family-Friendly Places in Richmond.

12. Mary Angela's Pizza Subs & Pasta

8.6
3345 W Cary St (Freeman Rd), Richmond, VA
Pizzeria · Carytown · 44 tips and reviews

Shaun S.Shaun Stewart: I live really close and eat here every other week or so. Such a great place for lunch. $2.50 a slice! Probably the best steak and cheese in rva too.

Justin G.Justin Green: Best pizza in Richmond, IMO.

Shannon G.Shannon Greenwood: The $1 garlic bread is the best!

Grace Noodle is one of The 15 Best Family-Friendly Places in Richmond.

13. Grace Noodle

8.8
1823 E Main St, Richmond, VA
Noodle Restaurant · Shockoe Bottom · 14 tips and reviews

Dennis T.Dennis T.: Stamina Ramen is great & very filling with nice spice. Gyoza are grilled and tasty with nice light dipping sauce.

Reese M.Reese Mastin: The tan tan and vegan tacos are bite your tongue good!!

Alex M.Alex Marshall: I got the Miso ramen and it hit the spot on a rainy day!

Mama Js is one of The 15 Best Family-Friendly Places in Richmond.

14. Mama Js

8.9
415 N 1st St, Richmond, VA
Southern Food Restaurant · Jackson Ward · 83 tips and reviews

Mohammed G.Mohammed Ghaith: Best soul food in town. You better make a reservation before you go

Princess B.Princess Bethea: Carrot cake is the best

LindsayLindsay: I can't decide which was better: my entree, my dessert, or the friendly service.. I would visit again in a heartbeat and gladly bring friends, both local and visiting. Mama J's is a hidden gem!

Joe's Inn is one of The 15 Best Family-Friendly Places in Richmond.

15. Joe's Inn

9.2
205 N Shields Ave (btwn Hanover Ave & Grove Ave), Richmond, VA
Breakfast Spot · The Fan · 116 tips and reviews

S R.S R: Happy Hour, one of the best in RVA. Cheap Beer!

Katie WKatie W: The women's bathroom smells like death. Always.

Karen S.Karen Seifert: My favorite BLT in Richmond. Crispy bacon!