Sharpsteen Museum

Curries, noodles and fried rice, with vegan and vegetarian options. Pad thai or plain fried rice is the safe order for a kid who doesn't do spice.

Calistoga's old-fashioned diner since forever: pancakes and waffles for kids, huevos rancheros for the grown-ups, and a side of town lore.

Calistoga's shady creekside playground two blocks from downtown: newer climbing equipment under real tree cover, a gazebo, and steps down to the creek at low water.

A tasting room with a kids' corner in the same space, where children paint, play and build within sight of the bar.

A long, narrow trattoria with the open kitchen right up front, so kids can watch the cooks while the homemade pasta is on its way.

A coffee shop with a toy box for the kids.