Cliff House -- The folks at this oceanfront multiplex of restaurants are used to churning out fast meals for tourists with kids in tow.

Dottie's True Blue Café -- It's a cramped, casual breakfast spot with lots of items to tempt the tots.

Sears Fine Foods -- This classic old-school breakfast emporium has lots of room and specialty pancakes.

Hard Rock Cafe -- You know the drill: Loud music, pseudo-hip environs, and kid-friendly fare.

Brandy Ho's Hunan Food -- So long as the kids like Chinese food, they're welcome in this bustling, casual dining room.

Il Fornaio -- It's on the formal side, but kids who are comfy with Italian food will be happy to pull up a chair here.

Mo's Gourmet Burgers -- Perfect for everyone, it's got killer burgers and a very low-key atmosphere.

Pasta Pomodoro -- Cheap, fast, and informal is the perfect recipe for a tasty Italian dining experience.

Andalé Taqueria -- So casual, so inexpensive, and offering lots of options, you can feed the whole clan here -- and fit them comfortably in the dining room or on the patio.

Mel's Diner -- A 1950s-style diner with all the trappings (think shakes, burgers, fries, and 25-cent jukeboxes), this family-friendly spot even gives tots Crayons and coloring-book pages.

Beach Chalet Brewery & Restaurant -- You can relax and enjoy housemade beers and snacks while the kids peer at the ocean through picture windows or check out the Beach Chalet historic displays downstairs.