What’s For Dinner? Kid-Friendly Italian Food!

Just like Italians, kids love to eat! But eating out with young kids can be a challenge sometimes. After all, some restaurants just aren't suited for the younger crowds, and when you’ve got picky eaters, even standard kid menus can be daunting. Thankfully, traditional Italian food is a great choice when you’re wondering what to feed the family for dinner. It’s delicious, healthy, and filling, and it’s packed with all the comforting flavors of home. So gather around the table and get ready to celebrate: we've got kid-friendly Italian food everyone will love!

Italy is foodie heaven for everyone, and no matter what your children's preferences are, there's a sauce, pasta, pizza, salad, or entree to suit even the pickiest of palates. From creamy alfredo and tangy tomatoes, to garlicky mozzarella bread and decadent desserts, there’s a wide  and delicious range of flavors. And Italian cuisine is known for its elegant simplicity, with many dishes having only two to four main ingredients. Rather than relying on elaborate preparations, Italian chefs rely on the quality of the ingredients, allowing the true taste to shine through. 

Looking for healthy meals for kids? Delicious and approachable, Italian food is classically Mediterranean, making it a great healthy choice. Packed with fresh vegetables like vine-ripened tomatoes, plus healthy olive oils, and the tastiest cheeses, it's a filling, wholesome option for growing bodies. Another bonus? Portions are usually generous, leaving more than enough to share or take home for later.

Pizza is a universal kid favorite, hands down. Made with high-quality ingredients and authentic Italian flavors, our award-winning pizza is guaranteed to be a hit with the kiddo crew. While it’s probably our most popular menu item, there's a whole lot more to great Italian food than pizza— like pasta! Kids love a good pasta dish, and one of our dishes that’s most popular with kids is definitely spaghetti. Topped with delicious meat and tomato sauce, sprinkled with cheese, this Italian classic is loved by children in Smyrna, and around the world. And what kid can resist meatballs? Our homemade meatballs are a favorite among all our guests, but kids in particular just can’t get enough!

Looking for something more adventurous? Try our Victory Pie, an International Pizza Expo winner, and challenge young tastebuds with plum tomato sauce, cheese and parsley sausage, fresh mozzarella, mushrooms, olive oil, and shaved parmesan. Or, take the next step up from spaghetti and encourage kids to try the Bolognese, with fresh pappardelle pasta and a flavor-filled beef-vegetable ragu.

The best place for kids to eat is also the best place for adults! Zucca Bar and Pizzeria features an extensive selection of craft cocktails, wines, spirits, and sherries, all of which are designed to artfully complement every dish. Our bar program features top-shelf spirits to make your favorite drinks, along with a curated selection of house cocktails, so you’re sure to find something new to love. 

In Italy, food and family are inseparable. We run the kitchen with great personal pride, offering familiar dishes and elevated takes on classic flavors guaranteed to satisfy the entire family. With close attention to detail, the Zucca Bar and Pizzeria culinary team uses only the freshest, highest quality ingredients for our authentic cuisine. Join us for lunch and dinner at your neighborhood New York pizzeria all week long, and bring the kids. They’re gonna love it, and they even eat free on Tuesdays!