Kid-Friendly Restaurant in Watertown: Wild Willy's is Fun for Everyone
Wild Willy's Burgers is a great, Western-themed, kid-friendly
restaurant in Watertown that serves up classic American staples like burgers, french fries, and onion rings with a Tex-Mex twist. Portions tend to be on the large side, so I recommend splitting meals, especially if you have young children.
Wild Willy's is a sit-down, restaurant chain with several locations in Massachusetts, featuring Wild West decor and pioneer memorabilia. It definitely has a casual feel, and the staff is super-friendly and hospitable. Your kids will love the cowboy prints, lassos, and hand-painted signs. From the outside, Wild Willy's looks just like a gun-slinging, cowboy's saloon and watering hole. Walking in, you'll feel like you're stepping into the past, and it's a nice change in scenery from diners and fast-food restaurants. And unlike your traditional greasy spoon, Wild Willy's has plenty to keep your kids entertained.
The food is not only delicious, but it also has gluten-free options, and most meals are under 10 dollars. The best part about Wild Willy's is that you can indulge in your favorite greasy foods, but with the added comfort of knowing that all of the fried food is trans-fat free. So while these fried options are not the healthiest, they are a lot healthier than fast-food restaurants that aren't as flexible when it comes to meal substitutions. At Wild Willy's you can choose from a whole list of toppings, easily make substitutions, or simply leave out the bacon and fried onions.
Kids will absolutely love the grilled cheese. Also popular
are the Gifford's Famous ice cream floats that come in the classic Neapolitan flavors of vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry. One of my personal favorites is Wild Willy's fresh-squeezed lemonade. The Raspberry Lime Rickey is a wonderfully refreshing and slightly unusual fruit drink. Kids can also choose from root beer, fresh-brewed iced tea, classic cream soda, and traditional fountain sodas such as Coke and Sprite.
Wild Willy's french fries are hand-cut Maine potatoes with the skins left on, and they're lightly salted and fried to golden perfection in vegetable oil. They will definitely have you coming back for more, and honestly, what kid doesn't love french fries? You can top your fries with melted cheddar cheese, delicious steak chili, or jalapenos. Not into french fries? Wild Willy's also has amazing onion rings that are
fresh-cut and hand-battered. Pair them with golden-fried chicken tenders that come in two different portions: small or large.
Wild Willy's doesn't have a children's menu, but most menu options come in small or large portions. And if your child doesn't finish his or her meal, you can always take a doggie-bag home.
If you're looking for healthier options, split a "Big Sky Salad" with your child. The salad comes with garden fresh lettuce, crisp sliced cucumbers, mushrooms, red onions, and ripe tomatoes. Top your salad with chargrilled chicken or chargrilled steak for a healthy, grilled alternative to the fried food featured on the menu.
If you're looking for a relaxed, kid-friendly restaurant in Watertown with a traditional American fare, Wild Willy's is a cheap, fun, and great spot for the whole family.
Wild Willy's
46 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA 02472
(617) 926-9700
Monday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday 12-8 p.m.
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