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Family-friendly restaurants in Covent Garden

Jessica Dellow, Content Writer UK, Thatsup Jessica Dellow, Content Writer UK, Thatsup
Jessica Dellow

If you're taking the family for a fun day out in London, Covent Garden is a must. This bustling city centre district has it all: buzzy markets, incredible restaurants, fun street performers and top shops for rummaging through. It's also a fantastic spot for dining with the family, as many restaurants offer dedicated kids' menus. We've rounded up some of our favourite family-friendly spots in Covent Garden to ensure you're well-fed on your next outing

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Family-friendly restaurants in Covent Garden

Where to eat with the family in Covent Garden

Café Pacifico – Family-friendly restaurants in Covent Garden
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Café Pacifico – Family-friendly restaurants in Covent Garden
Café Pacifico
Café Pacifico – Family-friendly restaurants in Covent Garden
Café Pacifico
Café Pacifico – Family-friendly restaurants in Covent Garden
Café Pacifico
Café Pacifico – Family-friendly restaurants in Covent Garden
Café Pacifico
Café Pacifico – Family-friendly restaurants in Covent Garden
Café Pacifico
Café Pacifico – Family-friendly restaurants in Covent Garden
Café Pacifico
Café Pacifico – Family-friendly restaurants in Covent Garden
Café Pacifico
Café Pacifico – Family-friendly restaurants in Covent Garden
Café Pacifico
Café Pacifico – Family-friendly restaurants in Covent Garden
Café Pacifico
Café Pacifico – Family-friendly restaurants in Covent Garden
Café Pacifico
Café Pacifico – Family-friendly restaurants in Covent Garden
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Café Pacifico

The UK's first Mexican resto

Adults might want to head here for the tequila bar, which was the UK's first ever. But there's also a separate menu for the little ones, which includes a soft drink, homemade lemonade or milk with a range of child-friendly dishes, like chicken nuggets, mini fajitas and Ince cream sundaes. It's a real treat for the whole family, especially if you like Mexican food.

The Ivy

Little Dreamers menu

The Ivy is a chain of restaurants in London, including one in Covent Garden, serving elevated British dishes in a sleek space. Adults will love the regular menu here, including classics like their famous shepherd's pie, deep-fried haddock and chips and more. There's a separate menu for kids, called 'Little Dreamers', with a decent selection of dishes to choose from, so there's something for even the fussiest little one. The Covent Garden restaurant has an iconic shimmering central dining bar, signature harlequin stained-glass windows, oak panelling, and striking contemporary art.

Tuttons

West End fun

Tuttons is a West End restaurant open every day of the week, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The main menu includes dishes like roasted chicken, beer-battered fish and chips and other favourites. There's an affordable separate menu for children, including options like pasta, Cumberland sausages, burgers, fish goujons, and more. Every kids' meal also comes with a free drink.

Dishoom

Bombay classics for the little ones

Dishoom offers Bombay comfort food for little ones in a cool space in the heart of Covent Garden. This restaurant has made a name for itself around the country thanks to its delicious Bombay-inspired fare, like its signature black daal and the chicken ruby. Little ones don't need to miss out, as the kids' menu features lots of tasty dishes, including pancake stacks for breakfast and more throughout the day.

Big Easy

Customisable kids' menu

Big Easy in Covent Garden is all about comforting BBQ dishes and native lobster, enjoyed to the soundtrack of live music. There's also a customisable kids' menu where children can choose a main course, dessert, and drink for a set price. The Covent Garden restaurant honours its industrial heritage, once powering the area's electricity in 1887.

Maxwell's Bar & Grill

All-time favs

Head to Maxwell's Bar and Grill for comfort food classics, like juicy burgers, sizzling fajitas and succulent steaks. There's a separate gluten-free and kids' menu, including favourites like Mac n' cheese, burgers, vegan burgers, and more. There are even kids cocktails and milkshakes. The menu is filled with puzzles to keep the little ones busy, like crosswords and word searches.

Gaucho

Little steaks for little people

Gaucho was founded in 1994 and brought Argentinian-style steak to London. It now boasts several stylish restaurants around the city, including one in Covent Garden. The children's menu features mini steaks, mac and cheese, chicken Milanese, and fish and chips, all served with sides. Kids can enjoy colouring in the menu while you dine.

Joe Allen

A West End classic

Joe Allen, an iconic spot in London's theatre district, has been serving American all-day menus since 1977. Its walls are adorned with theatre posters, and it's a favourite among celebrities. This New York-style brasserie serves a menu of classic American dishes in a casual Covent Garden spot. The 'Kids at Joe's' menu includes things like cod goujons, plant-based hot dogs, veggie risotto and more, alongside sides and tempting desserts.

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