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- Address841 Broadway, New York, NY 10003
- From my guide, updated September 2026.
A chocolate shop turned restaurant? Oh I can smell the “best parent” award already. Max Brenner lets kids pick their own chocolate fondue dipping combinations, and watching their faces light up when that warm chocolate arrives at the table is worth every sticky napkin you’ll go through. The mac and cheese is surprisingly solid too.
Max Brenner specializes in chocolate but expanded its Union Square location into a spot families can pop in for a meal. The menu is sizable with a tons of options like pizzas, pastas and burgers. You can enjoy a meal and finish with something sweet all in the same spot.
Admittedly, the food is mediocre, however; the hot chocolate and chocolate fondue are worth the visit if you’re looking for a fun date spot with your kiddos. For this reason alone, I consider Max Brenner one of the best kid-friendly restaurants in NYC.
Further Reading. Need more suggestions? Here are 20 Best Cups of Hot Chocolate in NYC!