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UDUPI PALACE 1460 Gerrard East, at Rhodes, 416-405-8189
Table for 37? No problem. This cavernous south Indian vegetarian eatery famed for its massive crepe-like dosas topped with curries fired from mild to meltdown can comfortably accommodate the largest of extended clans.
MARCELLO’S 1163 St. Clair West, at Dufferin, 416-656-6159
Particularly palatable pasta, pizza and panini in a boisterous room where a crying baby in a high chair won’t cause a fuss.
EL BODEGON 537 College, at Euclid, 416-944-8297
With a lineup running from Peruvian seafood stews to wonton soup, this always busy room attracts a hungry crowd that ranges from toddlers in strollers to septuagenarians.
REBOZO’S 126 Rogers Road, at Boon, 416-658-5001
Located on the first floor of owner/chefs Teresa Medina and Indalecio Marroquin ‘s modest Weston home, this authentic-as-it-gets Mexican taqueiria also doubles as the couples’ two pre-schoolers’ playroom. Where else are your tacos sided with Tonka Toys?
PETER PAN 373 Queen West, at Peter, 416-593-0917
Now in its 31st year, the dowager of Queen West builds a new fan base with a budget-minded $4.95 all-day kids’ menu.