Having a birthday party for your child is a great way to bring your child's friends together to celebrate, and holding the party at a restaurant is a good solution for both the children and adults in your party. However, there are a few things you should consider when choosing a restaurant, as described below.

Convenience For You And Guests

The best restaurant for your child's birthday party is one that is convenient for all your guests. Think about the location. Is it close enough for all your guests? Will guests who use public transport be able to get there easily? You should also think about your own convenience. What is the price, and is it good value for the money? Is it within your budget? Consider also any extra things that the restaurant can offer to take the pressure off you. For example, a restaurant may have an outdoor space or play area for the kids to let off some steam, or they may be able to provide balloons, table decorations or a cake. Alternatively, they might allow you to pre-book food to avoid a wait or turn up early to decorate. If you need some table decorating ideas, Country Living has some pretty DIY inspiration.

A Good Range Of Menu Choices

You're organising a birthday party at a restaurant, so presumably, you're looking for food as well as fun. However, there are a few things to consider when perusing the menu. Make sure there's a good children's menu for your child and their friends. Healthy Kids explains that kids should have several servings of fruit and veggies, so make sure the kids' meals offer sides of sweetcorn, peas, carrots or other vegetables. As well as thinking about health, consider how the menu will appeal to your child. For example, if your child loves pizza and pasta, choose an Italian-themed place. Finally, consider whether the restaurant will cater to any picky eaters in your party — it's no fun to feel left out while everyone else eats. A good menu will offer excellent, healthy food that's fun, with enough choice to satisfy everyone.

A Party-Friendly Atmosphere

One of the most essential parts of any birthday party is the atmosphere, so choose somewhere that suits your needs. This depends to a large extent on your child and their interests. If your child is very quiet and loves princesses, a dignified restaurant serving afternoon tea would be suitable. If you know that your child and their friends are unlikely to sit still, choosing somewhere where running around is allowed is essential. In general, choose a place where celebration and loud talking are allowed without disrupting others' meals and where children are common. If you're not sure, consult reviews of a place to find other people who have had kids' birthday parties, or go somewhere that is an old family favourite.

Kids' birthday parties can be difficult to organise, but a good restaurant will make it easier by offering a combination of ease and convenience, a good kid-friendly menu, and an appropriate atmosphere for your child and their friends. Talk to restaurants in your area about kids' birthday parties today.