The best family-friendly restaurants in Richmond

The Petersham's award-winning restaurant serves seasonal European cuisine in a stylish, retro-inspired setting with stunning river views. It offers a varied menu, an impressive wine cellar, afternoon tea, and a dedicated children's menu. Kids up to 12 can enjoy classic child-friendly dishes like pasta, a burger, or fish & chips, as well as starters and desserts.

Buenos Aires Argentine Steakhouse offers a stylish, welcoming setting to enjoy premium Argentinian cuisine, with top-quality meat sourced directly from Argentina. The menu centres on chargrilled steaks but also includes burgers, vegetarian dishes, salads, and pasta, catering to a variety of tastes. The family-friendly Richmond restaurant offers a children's menu that includes their very own Argentinian steak.

The Richmond branch of Bill's combines a bright outdoor terrace with cosy booths and spacious indoor seating, with a range of comforting classics to choose from on the menu. Children get their own menu, including their own version of a fry-up, the option to build their own burger, and more. The restaurant also features a baby-changing area, so kids of all ages are well taken care of.

The original Ivy in Central London is one of the city's most iconic restaurants, and this is its Richmond spin-off. Situated near the Thames, it offers the group's signature Art Deco chic while serving a brasserie-style menu that ranges from lighter midday options like salads and sandwiches to more substantial British classics. Children can have a varied assortment of seasonal dishes, complete with smoothies and other drinks, and baby-changing facilities are available. Thanks to the pretty setting and accommodating staff, this is one of the best places for a special family meal in Richmond.

Rick Stein is a celebrated British chef known for his seafood expertise, and he's cooked for the Royal Family, among others. At his riverside restaurant in Barnes, the whole family can gather around the table to enjoy fresh fish and other delicacies from the deep. There's a dedicated kids' menu, but children can also enjoy a half portion of most of the à la carte options. They can even venture into the world of shellfish – the family-friendly restaurant offers tasters of any of the shellfish dishes.

Perched on Richmond Hill, 144 On The Hill offers sweeping views of the Thames and a stylish setting perfect for leisurely dining or snapping photos. The venue includes a chic restaurant, a sophisticated lounge and cocktail bar, and a relaxed outdoor terrace, with a bunch of international crowd-pleasers on the menu. There's plenty of choice for little ones at this family-friendly Richmond restaurant – not only do they get their own menu, they can also enjoy a kids' version of afternoon tea.

With a name like that, it's no surprise that this Italian restaurant in Richmond is a welcoming place for families of all sizes. The child-friendly restaurant offers a kids' menu featuring perennial favourites such as pizza and spaghetti bolognese, while adults can enjoy the full range of Italian cuisine. The relaxed venue also offers high chairs and baby changing facilities, as well as special party menus that are great for a familial celebration.

The sleek and stylish setting of this Japanese restaurant might not seem particularly child-friendly at first, but Sticks'n'sushi actually go the extra mile for little ones. Their kids' menu features sushi and skewer boxes without any ginger or wasabi to cause a meltdown, and comes with easy-to-use chopsticks for little ones. Furthermore, kids can attend a sushi masterclass to learn how to roll their own makis, and every May 5 is Children's Day, a Japanese tradition the restaurant celebrates with a special activity for kids.

Tucked between Richmond Green and the high street, No 1a Duke Street delivers all-day dining in a stylish, award-winning space with a tranquil courtyard. The décor blends rustic charm with modern flair, making it a popular pick for everything from casual meals to film shoots. There's a two-course set menu of scratch-cooked dishes for children available here, as well as a kids' breakfast and a kids' Sunday roast.

With shelves stacked with board games and even a ball pit on-site, Library Pot is perfect for spending some quality time with the family on a lazy weekend afternoon. There's a range of drinks and light bites to enjoy while you get your gaming on, as well as a restaurant menu of heftier dishes like pizza and curries. It's fun, friendly, and ideally suited for families.