Lebanese taverna, layalina, la union, Thai Noy, sushi zen, Peking gourmet -- from a parent whose children eat more than burgers, mac n cheese and hot dogs.

Bayou Bakery in Courthouse.

Pho 75 in Rosslyn.

Clyde's in Tysons is child-friendly.

RAys Hellburger....ymmmmm

Eat bar in Arlington has a great Sunday cartoon brunch and the chef has been very willing to accommodate my picky 3 year old.

Second taqueria el poblano. District taco, stray cat and lost dog cafe, joes pizza (more for atmosphere), Clare and dons beach shack.

Is this for Arlington Magazine by any chance?

Thanks to everyone for your thoughtful suggestions in Arlington, FC and McLean. There are definitely some patterns, and I am working on the exploratory list now. If any of you would be willing to speak with me for a few mins about this topic, please email me at jstrelitz AT gmail. Would love to include other parental perspectives.

06:12 again, I meant to add, for well behaved children who actually sit still and eat

Lyon hall, tallulah, orso, miyagi in McLean, Lebanese taverna

Present off 50.

Silver Diner for foodies? really? I appreciate the farm-to-table idea, but fake diner food is just blah.

As much as I love the cheesesteaks at Anthony's, I also wouldn't add that to the list.

Let's see...I'd add:
Pupatella - casual pizza & gelato
Cava Mezze - surprisingly kid-friendly every time I go - amazing service plus great food for kids (hummus, souvlaki, etc.)
Elevation Burger - might be too casual though for this list?
sweet green - has great little kids' plate, but maybe not the best atmosphere?

I'm sure there are more - let me think about it more.

Jason's deli, noodle store

Pizzeria Orzo
Lyon Hall
Liberty tavern
Fireworks pizza
Chef geoffs (although I think their kids menu surpasses their regular food)
Endo sushi (McLean)

Since when is silver diner fit for foodies?!?!

Mark's Duck House in Falls Church.