Many people are always in search of places that they can dine with friends and families. So whether your family is the 'head out to enjoy' type or whether you prefer to take it easy, you can still experience the most out of these restaurants.

Here's a list of 16 Restaurants in Westlands and Riverside that could make a perfect dining experience for your family.

1. Urban Eatery

Cuisine: Multi-CuisineWith everything from Indian to Japanese to Mexican food, Urban Eatery serves a variety of gourmet foods - you're bound to find something that suits your tastebuds. They even have in-house natural frozen yogurt! Location: Ground Floor PWC, Delta Towers WestlandsHours: Open Monday to Thursday from 7am to 11pmFriday: 7AM to 1AMSaturday: 10AM to 1AMSunday: 10AM to 10PMTel: +254 709 815 000/ +254 790 999 149Website Link ; Facebook Link

2. Fogo Gaucho

Cuisine: Authentic Brazilian SteakhouseAttention all meat-eaters! Fogo Gaucho is the place to go for all your carnivorous cravings with the perfect space for the whole family! Location: Off of Waiyaki Way, Westlands  Hours: Open everydayMonday to Thursday Lunch: 12PM to 3PMMonday to Thursday Dinner: 6:30PM to 10:30PMFriday Lunch: 12PM to 4PMFriday Dinner: 6:30PM to 11:00PMSaturday to Sunday: 12:30PM to 10:30PMTel: +254 712 123 456Website Link ; Facebook Link

3. Abyssinia

Cuisine: EthiopianEthiopian food is just right for a group with who appreciate flavour and have an appetite. For good food and even better company - try out Abyssinia! Location: Muguga Green, Westlands  Hours: Open everyday from 11AM to 11PMTel: +254 725 151 515Website Link ; Facebook Link 

4. Pizza Hut

Cuisine: American-style pizzaServing pizza, pasta and chicken wings - Pizza Hut delivers a family friendly experience! Location: Fedha Plaza - Parklands Road and Mpaka Road  Hours: Open Monday to Thursday & Sunday from 10AM to 10PM24 hours on Friday & SaturdayTel: +254 707 111888Website Link ; Facebook Link 

5. Le Grenier á Pain

Cuisine: FrenchCustomers rave about the mouth-watering pastries at this cute french restaurant!  #TasteofFranceinKenya Location: 9 Riverside Building, Riverside Drive  Hours: Open everyday from 7AM to 7PMTel: +254 799 848 118Website Link ; Facebook Link 

6. Golden Spur Steak Ranch

Cuisine: Multi-CuisineKnown for their signature ribs and scrumptious burgers, the Golden Spur never fails to deliver the best family experience over lunch and dinner. They have an 'all-you-can-eat-ribs' offer on Thursdays that you can't afford to miss out on! Location: Southern Sun, Mayfair Court Hotel, Parklands Avenue  Hours: Open everyday from 11AM to 11PMTel: +254 724 253804Website Link ; Facebook Link 

7. Java ABC Place 

Cuisine: International Java is Java - that is all!  While you enjoy a steak or burger, the kids can tuck into a child-friendly menu with a section dedicated to keep them busy with colouring and puzzles. Location: ABC Place, Westlands  Hours: Open Monday to Thursday 6:30AM to 9PMFriday and Saturday from 6:30AM to 10PMSunday from 7AM to 9PMTel: +254 721 496 832Website Link ; Facebook Link

8. KFC Westlands 

Cuisine: Fast Food Good ole' fried chicken and a 21 piece finger-licking bucket is more than enough for the whole family, KFC has your back! Location: Woodvale Grove, Westlands  Hours: Open everyday from 10AM to 9:30PMSunday from 7AM to 9PMTel: +254 716 741 257Website Link ; Facebook Link

9. Mambo Italia Westlands 

Cuisine: Italian This relatively new location of Mambo Italia is fun, comfortable and unique! Fear not, they still serve the same delicious pizza and other delicious Italian cuisine. This location also beautiful mural across its walls reflecting a vibrant SGR Train experience - go and check it out! Location: Rivaan Centre, Muguga Green Road, Westlands  Hours: Open Monday to Thursday from 8:30AM to 10PMFriday from 8:30AM to 11PMSaturday from 10AM to 11PMSunday from 11:30AM to 10PMTel: +254 709 670 000Website Link ; Facebook Link  Read more on MumsVillage website