Houston's Little Matt's Touted as America’s Top Family Dining Spot by Yelp

Little Matt’s, a cafe in Houston, has been named the number one family-friendly restaurant in the United States by Yelp. The restaurant earned this recognition due to its welcoming atmosphere, entertainment options for kids, and a menu that appeals to all ages. According to KHOU , at Little Matt’s, kids can enjoy dishes like penne pasta with marinara or butter, while adults can choose from a variety of meals, including burgers and Chicken Enchiladas.

Adults also receive complimentary frozen margaritas, beer, or wine, with a limit of two drinks per person. The cafe offers additional entertainment, such as a mini-arcade, toy vending machines, and tablets with games. There are also TVs where adults can watch sports and news while children play.



In addition to its food and entertainment, Little Matt’s supports a charitable cause. A portion of every sale goes to Texas Children’s Hospital in memory of former owner Jim Reid’s son and current owners Bill and Cindy Lillard’s late son. This charitable effort has been in place since 2009.

As noted in a report by CHRON , Yelp’s "Top 100 Family-Friendly Restaurants 2025" list was compiled based on reviews mentioning "family friendly," overall ratings, and review volumes. All restaurants on the list also had satisfactory health scores as of mid-February..