5 Best Family-Friendly Restaurants in Downtown, Lubbock TX
Updated 11 October 2026 · 6 restaurants in Downtown, Lubbock TX considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide highlights five family-friendly restaurants in Downtown Lubbock TX. Businesses were included when Google lists them as family friendly, then ranked by rating, and six qualifying businesses were considered. It is for parents and groups planning a meal with children or a mixed crowd. Each entry gives the category, hours, address and price range where listed, along with what reviewers mention about service, portions and atmosphere. The order follows the ranking, and each entry is written on its own.
#1
Nashwell Cafe
★ 4.7 (187 Google reviews)Cafe$10–20 per person
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Nashwell Cafe on Avenue K is a cafe with a 4.7 rating from 187 reviews and a price range of $10 to $20. It opens at 7 am on most days and closes at 7 pm, with a Saturday start at 8 am and Sunday closed. Reviewers describe a large brunch party that was welcomed warmly, live music in a charming setting, and fresh-baked pastries that are sweet but balanced. Coffee and tea are noted as strong points. The listing includes breakfast and lunch, takeaway, delivery, a fireplace, outdoor seating, and wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating and restroom.
Best for: Brunch with a group and fresh pastries
- Address
- 1212 Avenue K, Lubbock, TX 79401, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–7 pm; Mon 7 am–7 pm; Sat 8 am–7 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 7 am–7 pm; Tue 7 am–7 pm; Wed 7 am–7 pm
#2
Taqueria Jalisco
★ 4.5 (4,539 Google reviews)Mexican restaurant$10–20 per person
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Taqueria Jalisco on Avenue Q is a Mexican restaurant with a 4.5 rating from more than 4,500 reviews. It serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, and is open every day except Monday from 7 am to 9 pm. Reviewers mention large steak tacos, guacamole made fresh, and a menudo that a server offered to sample first. Several say service is fast even when the room is full. The price range is $10 to $20. Kerbside pickup, takeaway, dine-in, a private dining room, and wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating and restroom are listed.
Best for: Quick Mexican plates for the whole table
- Address
- 2211 Avenue Q, Lubbock, TX 79411, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–9 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 7 am–9 pm; Sun 7 am–9 pm; Thu 7 am–9 pm; Tue 7 am–9 pm; Wed 7 am–9 pm
#3
Orlando's Italian Restaurant
★ 4.5 (2,658 Google reviews)Italian restaurant$10–20 per person
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Orlando's Italian Restaurant on Indiana Avenue has a 4.5 rating from more than 2,600 reviews and a price range of $10 to $20. It is open daily from 11 am, closing at 9 pm on most days and at 10 pm on Friday and Saturday. Reviewers mention jumbo cheese ravioli, mozzarella sticks, a pasta sampler, bruschetta and green chile potato soup. Portions are described as large, even on lunch specials. Several say the food and service have stayed consistent over repeat visits. The listing shows kerbside pickup, delivery, a wine list and dessert.
Best for: Large portions and cheese ravioli
- Address
- 6951 Indiana Ave, Lubbock, TX 79413, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–10 pm; Mon 11 am–9 pm; Sat 11 am–10 pm; Sun 11 am–9 pm; Thu 11 am–9 pm; Tue 11 am–9 pm; Wed 11 am–9 pm
#4
La Diosa Cellars
★ 4.5 (595 Google reviews)Bistro$20–80 per person
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La Diosa Cellars on 17th Street is a bistro with a 4.5 rating from 595 reviews and a price range of $20 to $80. It is open Tuesday through Saturday, with afternoon hours on weekdays and noon openings on Friday and Saturday, and it is closed Mondays and Sundays. Reviewers describe an old-world cafe and wine cellar feel, with colorful eclectic decor and comfy chairs. Small bites shared family style, including meatballs and white beans, draw praise. Live music and a funky, artsy vibe come up often, and service stays friendly on a full night.
Best for: Small plates, wine and live music
- Address
- 901 17th St, Lubbock, TX 79401, United States
- Hours
- Fri 12–10 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 12–11 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 4–10 pm; Tue 4–10 pm; Wed 4–10 pm
#5
Newk's Eatery
★ 4.5 (136 Google reviews)Restaurant$10–20 per person
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Newk's Eatery on Broadway Street has a 4.5 rating from 136 reviews and a price range of $10 to $20. It is open weekdays from 10:30 am to 4 pm and closed on weekends. Reviewers mention a portobello mushroom sandwich, a Green Goddess salad, and quick online ordering for takeout. One diner reported a salad missing its chicken and a disagreement with the manager about it, while others call the staff nice and the lunch spot worth the trip. The menu includes vegetarian options, small plates and dessert. The listing shows counter service, catering and wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating and restroom.
Best for: Salads, sandwiches and quick takeout
- Address
- 1500 Broadway St #101B, Lubbock, TX 79401, United States
- Hours
- Fri 10:30 am–4 pm; Mon 10:30 am–4 pm; Sat Closed; Sun Closed; Thu 10:30 am–4 pm; Tue 10:30 am–4 pm; Wed 10:30 am–4 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 6 restaurants in Downtown, Lubbock TX with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then listed on Google as “Family friendly”, then by rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 11 October 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Nashwell Cafe, Taqueria Jalisco and La Diosa Cellars take reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- For an early start, Nashwell Cafe opens at 7 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated restaurant on this list?
Nashwell Cafe ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.7 from 187 reviews. Taqueria Jalisco is second at 4.5 from 4,539 reviews.
Which restaurants in Downtown, Lubbock TX are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is La Diosa Cellars, at 11 pm.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Nashwell Cafe $10–20; Taqueria Jalisco $10–20; Orlando's Italian Restaurant $10–20; La Diosa Cellars $20–80; Newk's Eatery $10–20.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Nashwell Cafe, Taqueria Jalisco, Orlando's Italian Restaurant, La Diosa Cellars and Newk's Eatery.
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