About The Nugget
Making dining out easier and more fun for families.
Vision
A world where families can easily enjoy more happy experiences together.
Mission
Our (first) mission is to make dining out easier and more fun for families.
Values
Be Kind
We want all to feel welcome, no matter their age.
We want our kids to see the best of us and the best of those around us, so we choose kindness and remember that we all have our off-days.
Be Helpful
We contribute reviews to help families find restaurants and to help restaurants make easy tweaks to fill more seats with happy diners.
We want restaurants to know how much we appreciate their spaces so we take care of our mess the best we can.
Be Curious
We are eager to explore new food, restaurants, neighbourhoods, cities, and countries together.
We value experiences that show our kids the beauty of the diverse world around us.
Founder Story
The cliché is true- I had kids, and everything changed. For 20 years, I thrived in fast-paced global cities from Guatemala to Miami, Philly, Washington DC, Port-au-Prince, Singapore, NYC, and London. I managed multi-million dollar humanitarian responses and loved navigating the energy of city life. I thrived in chaos and problem-solving mode. BUT...then I became a mom.
Suddenly, even grabbing a coffee became complicated. Is there a baby change? Can I bring a stroller? Should I just stay home? My husband faced the same frustrations when he could never find a baby change in the men's room.
➡️ Parenthood can be isolating and overwhelming. And isolated families lead to disconnected communities.
We’re on a mission to change that. We're saving parents time and stress by making it easier to know where to go as a family, starting with restaurants. AND We're leveraging data for change at the main street and city levels.
💚 The Nugget is a continuation of my life’s work: bringing people together to build something better. Because connected families create stronger communities.
-Faith Lyons
Founder and Mom of 2 Nuggets
The Nugget's Four Pillars
Local Insight, Local Impact
Powered by our Local Heroes who know their city best. We spotlight the most welcoming spots in every community.
Curated by Parents, for Parents
Every place on The Nugget is hand-picked by real families. We look beyond "family-friendly" labels to find spots that truly make dining out easier and more enjoyable.
Community-Driven Discovery
The Nugget is built with- and for - families. Our community of parents helps surface hidden gems, share honest experiences, and champion businesses that care.
Welcoming Places, Every Time
We celebrate restaurants that go the extra mile: thoughtful amenities, warm service, and spaces where kids and parents feel genuinely welcomed.