Kid-friendly places in South Pasadena

Three play areas stepped from toddlers up to preteens, lots of shade, and a gazebo for the grown-ups.

A diner from 1943 with its own Little Stinko's menu for kids and a proper soda-fountain sundae to finish.

Nine holes with a spinning windmill, shaded by old trees, and short enough for a small kid to finish.

Smoked ribs, pulled pork and cornbread in a roomy dining room that doesn't flinch at a loud table.

Counter-service fish tacos and burritos. Order, sit, eat, done, which is exactly what a weeknight with kids needs.

A working 1915 soda fountain inside an actual pharmacy. Hand-dipped shakes and ice cream sodas.

Park with a playground.