Hat Creek Burger Company

If you’ve got kids under 10 and you’re tired of eating indoors while they squirm, this place is basically a lifesaver. The outdoor playground keeps toddlers through elementary-age kids busy long enough for you to actually finish a burger — which, for the record, is worth ordering. Shaded seating means parents aren’t stuck sweating through lunch while they keep an eye on things. It’s a Katy staple for a reason, and the fenced play area alone makes it worth the trip on a weekday afternoon.