There are almost too many pastas to choose from at this Venetian-inspired spot. Almost. Highlights include the “in salsa antica” pasta, which combines anchovies, cinnamon, and fresh parsley (trust us, the combo works); the delicate “piselli e prosciutto,” with peas, hams, and a bit of cream; and the classic pork Bolognese. Pro tip: Select the “extra cheese” option when you order, and cap off your meal with a. Coke.

This veggie-forward Indian spot is all about Punjabi specialities, which just so happen to be great for sharing. Don’t sleep on the dum biryani: The saffron-scented rice dish, run through with an assortment of carrots, potatoes, peas, cauliflower, onions, fresh paneer cheese, and ginger, is baked in a casserole covered with a thin crust of orb-like naan. Save room for a few stuffed kulchas (only $5), a type of sweet roll overflowing with a flavorful chicken or minced mutton.

For a crowd with seemingly bottomless appetites, turn to Hill Country. Here, you’ll need a game plan, though, because you can choose between half-pounds of BBQ essentials like spare ribs, pulled pork, and chicken, then finish your meal with sides like Campfire Baked Beans, cheddar mac and cheese, or “confetti coleslaw.” Be sure to grab a few Cokes to finish your feast.

On family night, opt for a few of the large-sized fried fish filets at this restaurant, the closest thing New York City has to a British fish and chip shop. One portion will run you between $13 and $15, depending if you go for cod, sole, haddock, or whiting. Get a couple of sides of French fries — oops, sorry, we mean chips — and call it a meal. 

Healthy, home-style Chinese food made with seasonal ingredients is the name of the game at Junzi Kitchen, making it the perfect weeknight affair. That’s no matter the size of your brood: Junzi’s Family Meals come in three sizes (case in point: 3 to 4 servings for just $35) and are infinitely customizable, which helps ensure that everyone will walk away from the dinner table satisfied. Just choose a base (like wide “knife” noodles), a sauce (such as furu sesame sauce), a protein (we’re fans of lion’s head meatballs), plenty of veggies, and toppings like soy sauce eggs and frizzled shallots. In addition to this spot, check out Junzi’s new NYC pop-up, Nice Day.

If a picky eater runs in your crew, don’t overthink it: The answer is pizza. Go for Emmy Squared’s Detroit-style pies, which flaunt crispy, focaccia-like crusts and pleasingly doughy centers. The mini-empire offers a Weekend Family Meal that gets you a choice of three pizzas — we’re partial to the Colony, drizzled with honey and studded with pickled jalapeños, and the Good Paulie, which swaps out mozzarella for smoked gouda and piles on caramelized onions and sausage. In addition to the pies, the meal comes with cheese-studded garlic sticks, broccoli salad tossed with blue cheese and a tangy miso sauce, and a Caesar salad draped in dressing. 

When you’re craving a sprawling supper at Nonna’s house, the Family Dinner package from red-sauce joint Harry’s Italian might be the next best thing. If you’re feeling like less of an all-out feast, try the “Old Fashioned Pie” or chicken parmesan. You can even get more veggies with a family-sized Caesar salad for just $20.

This neighborhood Caribbean joint now offers its catering menu to regular patrons, which means that tray-fulls of unctuous oxtail stew are officially within your family’s grasp. So are half trays, which each serve about 10 people, with dishes like richly-hued curry chicken, jerk pasta, crispy Caribbean chicken legs and thighs, curry goat, and plenty more. Pro-tip: Order a half tray the beginning of the week and chip away at it.

This beloved Cobble Hill seafood restaurant Saint Julivert is inspired by “ports of call near and far” — meaning you’ll find a globally-inspired menu of family-friendly fare that includes classic New England lobster rolls, ceviche made with local market-fresh fish, and Baja-style beach tacos (2 for $14). For any kids (or grown-ups) going through a “no fish” phase, the jumbo jerk chicken wings with coconut rice or Isla Verde burger are sure to please.

The brick-and-mortar Bay Ridge location of this popular fleet of souvlaki food trucks has a menu designed to satisfy everyone. Plenty of pita sandwiches under $10, tasty appetizers like halloumi cheese and spanakopita, plus “King’s” gyro platters served with a house salad, pita bread, a side, and dip.