TOP DINING & FAMILY-fRIENDLY RESTAURANT IN TWIN FALLS
- lisa4585
- Jan 5
- 3 min read
Finding the best food in Twin Falls at a family-friendly restaurant - for lunch or dinner - can be a challenge. Where is a community restaurant that offers several dining options – from pizza, to BBQ, sushi, poke bowls, pho, crepes, coffee and a full bar - and is family-friendly? That offers a welcoming community atmosphere where kids feel comfortable and parents can relax? A Twin Falls restaurant that offers a cool experience in a casual environment?
2nd South Market is a special destination that checks off all of those family-friendly dining boxes. Whether you’re craving classic comfort food, international flavors and a fun dining experience, 2nd South Market is an award-winning family-friendly place offering seven local food vendors under one roof, enjoyable for everyone.

2nd South Market is housed in a fully refurbished historic 1926 building. Guests can enjoy a walk-through of space’s history by viewing the history wall in the lobby. Go back in time from 1907 – 2000 to see the decades of growth from a wood building to modern structure. And some incredibly unique treasures found during renovation are displayed to enjoy.
There’s no other Twin Falls restaurant like 2nd South Market.
2nd South Market – Great for Families
2nd South Market is a standout family-friendly dining spot in Twin Falls with a reputation of offering great food options and a relaxed vibe for families in a historic building. Open early for coffee and then for lunch and dinner seven days a week, this first-in-Idaho food hall is one of the most popular family dining community restaurants. This food hall brings together a variety of local food vendors offering everything from pizza and BBQ to crepes and sushi – catering to all ages.
2nd South Market has fully modernized the1926 building to offer open space and seating for kids to move around in a cool space. Parents enjoy the many food options available to accommodate any food preferences. And with a full bar on site, adults can enjoy an alcoholic drink during the family meal.
No need for reservations! 2nd South’s convenient open seating allows families to pull together extra tables and chairs to accommodate larger groups. There is plenty of seating inside, so space is always available.
Kids want sushi, mom wants pizza and dad craves BBQ. No problem! 2nd South Market has it all….and more.

2nd South Market and its vendors have received several awards over the years, including: voted #1 in the region for BBQ, pizza, seafood, dessert, live entertainment and business lunch and a regional favorite spot for bakery, event venue and outdoor dining.
Variety & Vibe
A lively vibe in a casual setting, that’s what you will find at family-friendly 2nd South Market. Located in the heart of the Twin Falls Historic Warehouse District, you can’t go wrong at this fun spot for local dining that proved to be a favorite among locals and visitors alike. 2nd South Market blends a welcoming atmosphere with quality local food vendors.
Casual seating with many movable chairs and tables, a special dining dimension is added thanks to the historical setting.

Support Local
Families won’t find industrial fast food at 2nd South Market. Like any good food hall, local vendors provide their personal dishes to enhance every experience. Local chefs prepare food to your preference. This is the best dining in Twin Falls offering local food and family comfort.
Historic Dining
Old historic buildings carry unique stories and character that new construction simply can’t replicate. Architecture, design details and cool sense of place create an environment that is comfortable and enjoyable. Especially when old spaces are turned into dining places, customers enjoy an opportunity to spend time in modern surroundings among historical artifacts.
2nd South Market’s food hall occupies 1907 ground in a fully renovated 1926 building enhancing each customer’s experience. With numerous original items left intact – exposing high beam wood ceilings, old phone line wires, chains for opening windows – and repurposed items – wood in vendor spaces, some original doors, windows, old pipes to hold up tables, horseshoes, and prohibition bottles – visitors enjoy a connection to local history.
With so much history to share, the owners have an entrance wall dedicated to the building’s history with a timeline sharing the story of progress and items from 1907-1926.
2nd South Market offers more than just seven local vendors. It offers a family-friendly dining place in a special and memorable setting.





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