I'll take downtown type places angle:
- Antons (mentioned here above many times)
- Jacobson (very nice patio and different food items)
- Lidias (Italian)
- Hickoks - River Market, seems like it would be good for kids
- Harrys Country Club - Nice patio and food
- Gates...the one on Main and 31st
- Tannin - wine bar with pretty good food.
- Majestic or Nicas for brunch