Kid-Approved Miami

Updated: July 05, 2004

Whether planning a family vacation or just a day of fun, our editors recommend the best kid-approved restaurants and attractions in Miami.

On this page:Eat, Play.

Eat

  1. 1 4 Star Rating: Recommended Shorty's Bar-B-Q
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    9200 S Dixie Hwy, Miami, FL 33156 (map)

    Family-style seating and plastic utensils make this a kid-friendly favorite.

  2. 2 2.5 Star Rating: Below Average Benihana
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    1665 79th Street Cswy, North Bay Village, FL 33141 (map)

    A show by knife-wielding chefs will entertain even the rowdiest young diner.

  3. 3 4 Star Rating: Recommended Paquito's Mexican Restaurant
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    16265 Biscayne Blvd, Aventura, FL 33160 (map)

    Affordable eats, big potions and fun decor make this great for kids of all ages.

  4. 4 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Jaxson's Ice Cream Parlor
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    128 S Federal Hwy, Dania, FL 33004 (map)

Play

  1. 5 3.5 Star Rating: Average Miami Seaquarium
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    4400 Rickenbacker Cswy, Key Biscayne, FL 33149 (map)

    Home to the original Flipper, this aquarium has been thrilling visitors since 1955.

  2. 6 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Miami Metrozoo
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    12400 SW 152nd St, Miami, FL 33177 (map)

  3. 7 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Everglades National Park
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    40001 State Rd 9336, Homestead, FL 33034 (map)

  4. 8 4 Star Rating: Recommended Matheson Hammock Park
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    9610 Old Cutler Rd, Coral Gables, FL 33156 (map)

    The park's enclosed man-made lagoon is perfect for tots and youngsters.

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