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    🧸Buckhead with Kids: A Luxe Weekend Itinerary That Won’t Bore Them (or You)

    Because “family-friendly” doesn’t have to mean plastic booths and crying in the car.

    About This Guide

    Buckhead may be known for its designer shopping and rooftop cocktails, but look a little closer and you’ll find a surprisingly fabulous itinerary for families. This 2-day guide gives you the best of Buckhead with kids — including stroller-worthy strolls, upscale eats that welcome tiny diners, and just enough Southern charm to keep everyone smiling.

    Day 1: Explore, Eat & Unwind

    Breakfast at Buttermilk Kitchen

    📍Roswell Road
    Southern hospitality and high chairs? Yes, please. This breakfast institution serves up fluffy biscuits, local eggs, and jam worth bottling. Arrive early — it’s a weekend favorite.
    💡 Order this: Fried chicken biscuit + a fruit cup for the kiddo.

    Atlanta History Center

    📍Andrews Drive
    Not your average museum. You’ll get gardens, Civil War exhibits, a hands-on play area, and even a kid-friendly scavenger hunt through the Swan House grounds.
    💡 Pro tip: Bring snacks and let them explore the gardens barefoot.

    Lunch at Farm Burger

    📍Piedmont Road
    Kid-friendly, counter-service, and fast enough to beat a hangry meltdown. Sweet potato fries are a must — and the patio is nap-stroller-friendly.
    💡 Order this: Build-your-own burger + banana pudding.

    Dinner at The Big Ketch

    📍Roswell Road
    Buckhead’s breeziest seafood spot. Covered patio, casual service, and a menu that includes both lobster rolls and grilled cheese. Everyone wins.
    💡 Order this: Peel-and-eat shrimp + a side of hush puppies.

    Day 2: Play, Shop, Repeat

    Brunch at Flower Child

    📍Peachtree Road
    A health-forward brunch spot with room to park a stroller and a kids’ menu that doesn’t rely on chicken fingers. Plus: bright colors = sensory win.
    💡 Order this: Avocado toast for you, mac & cheese for them.

    Playtime at Piedmont Park

    📍(Quick detour from Buckhead)
    Wide-open greens, duck ponds, multiple playgrounds, and splash pads in warm months. The perfect post-brunch reset — just 10 minutes from Buckhead proper.
    💡 Pro tip: Bring chalk or bubbles and make a new friend or two.

    LEGO Store at Phipps Plaza

    📍Phipps Plaza
    A build zone, giant brick animals, and enough retail distraction to hold you over ‘til naptime. Bonus: Nordstrom’s family lounge is nearby.
    💡 Look for: Monthly building events and free kits for kids.

    Dessert at Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams

    📍Buckhead Market Place
    Cap it all off with a scoop of sunshine. Wild flavors, sample spoons, and allergen-friendly options make this an all-ages crowd-pleaser.
    💡 Order this: Brambleberry Crisp or Brown Butter Almond Brittle.

    Rainy Day Substitutes

    Parent Tips to Know

    • Most spots open early — especially helpful with early risers.
    • Stroller access is best at history center, Phipps Plaza, and Flower Child.
    • Pack extra wipes — even fancy brunches go sideways sometimes.
    • Leave room for naps: Everyone wins when someone sleeps in the car.

    Final Thought

    Buckhead’s family offerings are stylish, stress-free, and surprisingly soulful. Whether it’s biscuits at Buttermilk or LEGOs after lunch, this itinerary blends big fun with small luxuries for the whole crew.

    Tag @AFKATL with your family snaps — and yes, we fully support matching mini outfits.