If you like to try new restaurants, and struggle with how to involve your kids, then The Little Diner's Crew is for you!
The Little Diner's Crew is a new concept, providing a unique dining experience for kids and parents. As their site states, they hope to expose kids "to different types of foods...and learn about where their food comes from -- and how it's prepared."
We tested it out with our 6 year old and had a great time. The restaurant we visited (The Spanish Square) had a 3 course meal, a kitchen tour, kid-friendly Sangria (as mom enjoyed an adult version...or two), and even a little take home bag with a recipe to make your own (kid-friendly) Sangria at home!
How it works:
- Become a Member - information found here
- Membership fees are annual and only purchased for the kid participants.
- Members receive a little passport booklet to get "stamped" at each restaurant.
- View the site for upcoming date and restaurant options.
- Pay online and have a great time!
- Prices vary based on the restaurant / cuisine selected.
Noteworthy
- The owners couldn't be nicer or more welcoming (or more patient with my inquiries).
- Kids are seated at one table; parents at another.
- Cuisine is adjusted for kids palettes (ie, at the Indian Restaurant, they dialed down the spice, etc)
- The estimated timeframe of our restaurant was two hours, which felt a bit daunting. Although I took along some Spain themed activities just in case, we didn't need them at all! The kids were entertained by the hosts, rating cards, and other activities.
- Personal note: I did force my son to enjoy my fun facts on Spain when driving home, because, shoot, I put in the effort.
Membership fee is discounted for more than one child.
Location/Transportation:
Varies with each venue throughout the city.
Kid's Jury: 5 stars
I am thrilled this exists and can't wait for our family to eat our way through Chicago (and the global cuisine)!
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