Sam Clarke
Madison's a great place to be a kid. Proof? Tiny animals and bears and sharks and more at triple-winner Capitol Kids.
Where there are kids, parents will surely follow. Fortunately the best spots for kids in Madison are also parent-friendly. Monona's Dream Park is a playground to spark anyone's imagination, Ella's Deli has great sandwiches and plates for any hungry soul, and the entertainment at the Saturday series Kids in the Rotunda features generation-defying entertainers like Yid Vicious, Ken Lonnquist, the Gomers and Cash Box Kings.
Favorite Toy Shop
1. Capitol Kids
2. Playthings
3. Whoops
Favorite Clothing Shop
1. Capitol Kids
2. Kohl's
3. Wild Child
Favorite Shop for Kid Gear
1. Capitol Kids
2. Happy Bambino
3. Playthings
Favorite Playground
1. Monona Dream Park
2. Vilas Zoo
3. McKee Farms Park, Fitchburg
Favorite Kid-Friendly Restaurant
1. Ella's Deli
2. Monty's Blue Plate
3. Red Robin
Favorite After-School Program
1. MSCR
2. Goodman Community Center
3. Red Caboose
Favorite Kid-Friendly Event
1. Kids in the Rotunda
2. Willy Street Fair
3. Ride the Drive
Favorite Birthday Party Place
1. Nitty Gritty
2. Ella's Deli
3. Madison Children's Museum
