For late lunch with a 3-year-old and 7-year-old, I’d lean Sunset Grille — especially if you want the kids to be able to wiggle around while you actually enjoy lunch.

My pick: Sunset Grille

Why it’s better with younger kids:

• They have a large enclosed playground, which is huge with a 3-year-old.
• The vibe is casual, marina-side, and family-friendly.
• Their kids’ menu is simple and affordable — grilled cheese, corn dog, hot dog, etc. for kids 12 and under, served with fries or applesauce, per their menu.
• Hours are generally 11 am–9 pm Sunday–Thursday and later Friday/Saturday in season, according to Holiday Harbor/Sunset Grille.

When I’d choose The Crab Trap

Pick Crab Trap Perdido Key if you want more of the classic beach seafood restaurant feel — sand, Gulf views, seafood baskets, crab, oysters, etc. They also advertise easy parking, a huge playground, and a kids menu, so it’s definitely family-friendly too, per The Crab Trap.

Quick verdict

• Best for keeping kids entertained: Sunset Grille
• Best beachy seafood atmosphere: Crab Trap
• Best late-lunch “less stressful with a 3-year-old” choice: Sunset Grille

If it were me with those ages, I’d do Sunset Grille now, and save Crab Trap for a beach-day dinner or when you’re not managing a tired toddler.

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