"The sprawling dining room of this Kensington spot means plenty of room for high chairs and strollers, and the boppy ’80s pop is louder than those who speak in whine. But the shareable American menu, filled with salads, a great mushroom burger, and one of the city’s best rotisserie chickens, means everyone at the table will find something they like. And if all else fails, dessert never does: the fluffy chocolate cake topped with whipped cream, caramel sauce, and candied pecans is a must-order." - alison kessler