If you are like my wife and I, you probably enjoy going out and sampling local restaurants and bars – particularly if you are traveling somewhere new.  Unfortunately, too many times, once children come along, families relegate themselves to fast food and/or national “family friendly” chain restaurants.  Lets face it, these restaurants provide an easy, safe, clean environment where children are welcome – but they are boring.  By routinely going to these fast food/chain restaurants, I think families miss out on a number of locally owned restaurants that can in fact be very family-friendly and provide a great alternative to the chain restaurants.  This blog is designed to identify and review these locally owned restaurants that at first glance may not seem family-friendly but are in fact a great place for the family to eat.   Please feel free to submit any suggestions from your town or the places you visit. Thanks