Calistoga Thai Kitchen

Calistoga's old-fashioned diner since forever: pancakes and waffles for kids, huevos rancheros for parents, and a side of town lore (it's named for how Calistoga supposedly got its name).

Calistoga's newest Italian: fresh pasta made daily, pizza, and house meatballs - the pasta night Visit Calistoga recommends for kid palates.

A coffee shop with a toy box for the kids.

Free to enter, with a downloadable scavenger hunt for kids and pull-out risers so little ones can see the exhibits.

Historic brewpub with a big creekside patio on the Napa River's upper reach: house-brewed beer for parents, a casual pub menu kids handle easily, and live-music nights.