Al's Diner --This may be the perfect antidote for restless teenagers who are threatening mutiny if they don't see any "real food" soon. It's located in Central's nightlife district (which might perk your teenager's interest) and offers burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, sundaes, ice-cream floats, and banana splits. The jukebox is a good diversion, too, but make sure you come during the day or early evening, since the house specialty, vodka jelly shots, attracts a wild crowd at night that would provide a bit more excitement than your teenager might be ready for.

Dan Ryan's Chicago Grill --These two restaurant/bars serve the best burgers in town, as well as huge deli sandwiches. There are plenty of other American dishes as well, and the setting looks just like home.

Harbour Side --Although located in the posh Hotel InterContinental Hong Kong, this casual restaurant has a view of people jogging and strolling the waterfront promenade and offers a substantial children's menu with chicken nuggets, spaghetti, and other items children love. Best, however, is the Sunday brunch, when kids pay half price and adults get champagne.

Mandarin Grill --For little ones who expect only the best, treat them to Sunday brunch at the comfortable but upscale Mandarin Grill, which boasts a children's corner filled with standby favorites. Thumbs up to the fact that children under 1m (3 1/4 ft.) tall eat absolutely free.

Marché Mövenpick --If one of the best views of Hong Kong and inexpensive prices for self-serve international dishes don't impress your youngsters, this restaurant's children's corner surely will, with a toddler slide, toys, crayons, and other diversions. For older kids, there's a Ripley's Believe It or Not! Odditorium, Madame Tussaud's, and a motion-simulation theater in the same building on The Peak.

Spaghetti House --Locations all over town and low prices make this family chain a winner. There are more than a half dozen different kinds of spaghetti, as well as a wide range of pizza. Just like pizza parlors back home.