Figuring out dinner is enough of a project without decoding three kids’ menus. A new Kids LiveWell website puts specific qualifying meals from familiar restaurants in one place, right down to the side and drink.
The National Restaurant Association launched the site on October 22, 2026. In its announcement, the group said the voluntary program includes 37 restaurant brands and nearly 75,000 locations, with 19 brands joining over the previous year. The lineup includes both national chains and independent restaurants, with quick-service, fast-casual, and sit-down options.
How to find the actual order
Open KidsLiveWell.com and choose Good Food Finder, then tap a restaurant logo. You can also browse the participating-restaurants directory alphabetically.
Once you choose a restaurant, read the whole combination. The listing pairs an entrée with its qualifying sides and drinks, so you have a concrete order rather than just a chain name.
Three options currently listed:
- Chick-fil-A: Five grilled nuggets with a fruit cup and 1% milk.
- Applebee’s: A kids’ chicken taco with applesauce or steamed broccoli, plus 1% milk or water.
- Wendy’s: Four chicken nuggets with Apple Bites, plus 1% milk, water, or fruit punch.
According to the Association, registered dietitians check the program’s menu items against its nutrition criteria using information supplied by participating restaurants. The approval applies to qualifying items and combinations, rather than everything on a restaurant’s menu.
Save the directory for the next time you’re weighing a few restaurant options. Pick the restaurant, note the entrée, side, and drink, then check its current menu before ordering.
