Child Proof

Where the little darlings are welcome.

Broadway Deli, 1457 Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica. (213) 451-0616. Style: A real American bistro and foodie boutique. Setting: Noisy and exciting. Recommended: Caesar salad; penne with garlic; macaroni and cheese. Cost per person: $12-$25.

California Pizza Kitchen, many locations including 11677 San Vicente Blvd., Brentwood. (213) 826-3573. Style: The People’s Spago. Setting: Hospital white with waiting lines longer than Crystal Gayle’s hair. Recommended: Vegetarian pizza; romaine and walnut salad; tomato and basil pasta. Cost per person: $10-$15.

The Good Earth, many locations including 17212 Ventura Blvd., Encino. (818) 986-9990. Style: Health food chain that proves food that tastes good isn’t necessarily bad for you. Setting: 1970s--hanging plants, wood and weavings. Recommended: Good Earth tostada; 10-grain pancakes; Malaysian chicken. Cost per person: $7-$10.

La Salsa, many locations including 9631 Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills. (213) 276-2373. Style: Mexican fast food chain serving good food at popular prices. Setting: Long counters, help-yourself salsa bar. Recommended: Burrito grande ; carne asada , bits of grilled steak in a soft tortilla; cebollita ; grilled scallion. Cost per person: $4-$7.

Kentucky Fried Chicken, 340 N. Western Ave., Los Angeles. (213) 467-7421. Style: Cluck for a buck. Setting: This architectural delight makes you feel as if you are eating chicken in a chicken. Recommended: Original or Extra-Crispy, Kentucky nuggets. Cost per person: $2-$3.