Around the World Without a Ticket: International Foods to Try with Kids

Is your kid’s culinary passport stamped solely with Italy? (AKA they are fluent in the language of pizza, pasta and bread.) We suggest adding some spice to the family dining routine and trying some of these delicious and family-friendly San Francisco restaurants that specialize in cuisine from around the world. Whether it be Burmese, Vietnamese, Indian or Ethiopian, we’ve found that even the pickiest eater can discover a new favorite dish (Udon is simply spaghetti from another mother!).

Burmese: Mandalay

Start out with a crispy pancake served with a curry dip. The Burmese version of this American classic, made with multiple layers of dough, will surprise your little one's taste buds. To get some color on to your plates, continue with a tea leaf salad, a famous Burmese speciality, or a rainbow salad made with twenty different ingredients. If you're looking main dish without much kick, mix a side of coconut rice with the chicken satay skewers. Any of the "walnut" dishes, served either with chicken, prawns or tofu, are also perfect for kids.

4344 California St.
San Francisco, Ca
415-386-3896
Online: Mandalay

Photo credit: via The Foodhoe via Flickr