Eat Well For Less

Save Some Dough
There’s no need for iPads (or disapproving stares from neighboring diners) when you visit Pizza Wave in Bristol and order their kid’s make-your-own-pizza. Your little ones will keep busy from the start with dough, sauce, cheese and a selection of toppings that are brought out to the table for assembly. Of course, you might need to break out a crayon or two while you wait for the creation to be cooked, but that’s what they make margaritas for. Metacom Avenue, Bristol. 401-253-8811. 

Comfort Food for Kids
The story goes that Paul and Paul met on a golf course, found common ground in their love for good comfort food and opened 2 Pauls’ City Grille, which boasts “a place without pretention or tiny portions.” Your kids will feel right at home ordering “Pasghetti and meatballs” or a “Ka-Blam Burger” and might even share their leftovers with you the next day. 315 Waterman Avenue, East Providence. 401-228-7285. 

Little Artists Eat Free

Fresh, local and family-friendly is what you’ll get when you visit Barrington’s contemporary seafood restaurant, Bluewater. The owners are very understanding of your kids’ needs to draw on almost everything, so they offer crayons and paper tablecloths to keep the kids happy so you can relax. Bonus: on Sundays, up to two kids meals are free with one regular entrée. 32 Barton Avenue, Barrington. 401-247-0017.

Finger-Licking Good
Bikers aren’t the only ones who enjoy this music and motorcycle themed barbeque joint. Boneyard Barbecue & Saloon is a fun time for the entire family. From the rock n’ roll – and racecar-adorned walls to the live music and karaoke that entertains guests, your kids will think they’re on vacation. Plus, they’ll be able to order things like corn dogs or pb & j sandwiches – which really means you might order off the kids menu, too. 540 Central Avenue, Seekonk. 508-761-6854.

Fancy, But Un-Fussy
It’s the eternal parental dilemma: how do you take your kids to a special occasion dinner while making sure they’re happy (and on their best behavior)? At The Boat House, a casual upscale restaurant in Tiverton, you can do both. Their children’s menu has kid-approved food – think grilled cheese, chicken fingers and fish and chips – and doubles as a smart activity book that channels local landmarks and the newport restaurant Group’s local food philosophy. 227 Schooner Drive, Tiverton. 401-624-6300.