Going out for a meal is one of life's little pleasures but finding a restaurant that keeps the whole family happy can often be tough. Whether you're taking the kids out for a treat or you want to get the whole crew together, there are lots of family restaurants in London offering exciting food for all ages and fun for the youngest diners in your group. For a great destination for your next family meal, take a look at our guide to family-friendly restaurants in London.
Guide to family-friendly restaurants in London
Family-friendly restaurants in London
Modern Italian dishes
At Pizza East, everyone can enjoy modern and accessible Italian cuisine. There's a bustling atmosphere and lots of choice on the menu - small plates and pizzas are perfect for sharing, plus a menu for kids. This place is also popular for large groups and has a dedicated menu for bigger parties of diners.
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56A Shoreditch High Street, Shoreditch
- Website • 020-772 918 88
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Welcoming all ages
Gordon Ramsay is the man behind Heddon Street Kitchen, a modern European restaurant in Central London. Diners of all ages are catered to, with a special menu just for kids. This is a place for all-day dining, with the main menu offering dishes like spinach and ricotta cannelloni, steaks, and curries.
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3-9 Heddon Street, Mayfair
- Website • 020-759 212 12
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High-tech fun for all ages
The high-tech setting at Inamo offers tons of entertainment for adults, teenagers, and younger kids too. The food is Asian fusion and the experience is highly interactive, with a state-of-the-art touch-screen table featuring games, a live chef cam, and digital tablecloths you can choose yourself. Sushi and small dishes here are ideal for the whole family.
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11-14 Hanover Place, Covent Garden 134-136 Wardour Street, SohoInamo Covent Garden
11-14 Hanover Place, Covent GardenInamo Soho
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Inamo Covent Garden
inamo-restaurant.com/our-venues/inamo-covent-gardenInamo Soho
inamo-restaurant.com/our-venues/inamo-sohoInamo Covent Garden
020-748 405 00Inamo Soho
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Inamo Covent Garden Inamo Soho
Classic British grub
Head over to Poppie’s Fish & Chips to enjoy the classic British meal. There’s a choice of fish or you can go for chicken, a battered sausage, or a pie. Poppie’s has a small selection of traditional chip shop meals for kids. You’ll feel like you’re at the seaside without ever leaving London.
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30 Hawley Cres, Camden Town 6-8 Hanbury St, Shoreditch/Tower Hamlets 55 Old Compton St, Soho Portobello Road, Notting HillPoppies Fish & Chips Camden
30 Hawley Cres, Camden TownPoppies Fish & Chips Spitalfields
6-8 Hanbury St, Shoreditch/Tower HamletsPoppies Fish & Chips Soho
55 Old Compton St, SohoPoppies Fish & Chips Portobello
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Poppies Fish & Chips Camden
poppiesfishandchips.co.uk/poppies-camdenPoppies Fish & Chips Spitalfields
poppiesfishandchips.co.uk/poppies-spitalfieldsPoppies Fish & Chips Soho
poppiesfishandchips.co.uk/poppies-sohoPoppies Fish & Chips Portobello
poppiesfishandchips.co.uk/poppies-portobelloPoppies Fish & Chips Camden
020-726 704 40Poppies Fish & Chips Spitalfields
020-724 708 92Poppies Fish & Chips Soho
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Poppies Fish & Chips Camden Poppies Fish & Chips Spitalfields Poppies Fish & Chips Soho Poppies Fish & Chips Portobello
Food and a tour
Bustronome offers a great experience for the whole family, combining a gourmet meal with a tour of the city on a converted double decker. For adults there’s a tasting menu and kids can sample a sophisticated three course lunch or dinner whilst taking in all those exciting London sights.
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Coach Bay 40B, Victoria Embankment
- Website • 020-374 455 54
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Small plates to share
Tapas Brindisa serves up traditional Spanish tapas – these small dishes are ideal for small people who are trying something new. Order as many plates to share as you’d like, from classic padron peppers or pan con tomate to North Sea cod or a selection of cheeses. Adults can enjoy cocktails or wine.
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Battersea Power Station, 26 Circus West Village, Vauxhall/Battersea 18 Southwark St, Southwark 5 Whittaker Ave, Richmond 46 Broadwick St, Soho 7-9 Exhibition Rd, KensingtonTapas Brindisa Battersea
Battersea Power Station, 26 Circus West Village, Vauxhall/BatterseaTapas Brindisa London Bridge
18 Southwark St, SouthwarkTapas Brindisa Richmond
5 Whittaker Ave, RichmondTapas Brindisa Soho
46 Broadwick St, SohoTapas Brindisa South Kensington
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Tapas Brindisa Battersea
brindisakitchens.com/restaurant/tapas-brindisa-batterseaTapas Brindisa London Bridge
brindisakitchens.com/restaurant/tapas-brindisa-london-bridgeTapas Brindisa Richmond
brindisakitchens.com/restaurant/tapas-brindisa-richmondTapas Brindisa Soho
brindisakitchens.com/restaurant/tapas-brindisa-sohoTapas Brindisa South Kensington
brindisakitchens.com/restaurant/tapas-brindisa-south-kensingtonTapas Brindisa Battersea
020-732 477 34Tapas Brindisa London Bridge
020-735 788 80Tapas Brindisa Richmond
020-810 388 88Tapas Brindisa Soho
020-753 416 90Tapas Brindisa South Kensington
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Tapas Brindisa Battersea Tapas Brindisa London Bridge Tapas Brindisa Richmond Tapas Brindisa Soho Tapas Brindisa South Kensington
Renowned for dim sum
Originally from Taiwan, Din Tai Fung is a top spot for authentic Chinese cuisine, and dim sum and xiaolongbao in particular. The diverse menu of small bites and larger plates is ideal for sharing as a group. Bitesized dumplings with many different fillings to choose from are a great choice for kids.
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5 Henrietta St, Covent Garden 11 St Giles Passage 400 Oxford St, MaryleboneDin Tai Fung Covent Garden
5 Henrietta St, Covent GardenDin Tai Fung Centre Point
11 St Giles PassageDin Tai Fung Selfridges
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Din Tai Fung Covent Garden
dintaifung-uk.com/discover/covent-gardenDin Tai Fung Centre Point
dintaifung-uk.com/discover/centre-pointDin Tai Fung Selfridges
dintaifung-uk.com/discover/selfridgesDin Tai Fung Covent Garden
020-303 438 88Din Tai Fung Centre Point
020-303 403 68Din Tai Fung Selfridges
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Din Tai Fung Covent Garden Din Tai Fung Centre Point Din Tai Fung Selfridges
Generous Turkish food
Award-winning Turkish restaurant Selale is a popular spot with families. The diverse menu has something for everyone, including small mezze plates like vine leaves and a simple menu of kids' dishes. The grilled meat platters are big enough to share and the generous team supply everyone with complementary bread, salad, and sauces.
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1-3 Salisbury Promenade, Green Lanes, Haringey
- Website • 020-880 016 36
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Pasta for everyone
Angela Hartnett’s Café Murano serves up authentic Northern Italian cuisine and is family-friendly too. Each location has a menu for children, giving tiny foodies a choice of pasta shapes and sauces with options like sausage ragu or olive oil and parmesan. This is a sophisticated setting for a family meal.
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184 Bermondsey St, Bermondsey, Southwark 36 Tavistock St, Covent Garden 33 St James's St, St James's, WestminsterCafé Murano Bermondsey
184 Bermondsey St, Bermondsey, SouthwarkCafé Murano Covent Garden
36 Tavistock St, Covent GardenCafé Murano St James
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Café Murano Bermondsey
cafemurano.co.uk/restaurants/italian-restaurant-bermondseyCafé Murano Covent Garden
cafemurano.co.uk/restaurants/covent-garden-restaurantCafé Murano St James
cafemurano.co.uk/restaurants/st-james-restaurantCafé Murano Bermondsey
020-398 515 45Café Murano Covent Garden
020-724 036 54Café Murano St James
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Café Murano Bermondsey Café Murano Covent Garden Café Murano St James
Friendly Italian restaurant
South London's Trattoria Raffaele is a family-run restaurant that's ideal for family dining. Favourite Italian dishes like pizza and pasta are on the menu, and miniature pasta portions and pizzas made to look like faces are available for little ones. There are weekly-changing specials too, plus Italian beer and wine.
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94 Sydenham Road
- Website • 020-877 862 62
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Brings everyone together
Lavish Phoenix Palace is a fun destination for the whole family. This Chinese restaurant has large tables that are great for getting everyone together. There’s a varied range of favourite dishes on the menu to cater to every taste, plus dim sum that are great for tiny hands.
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5-9 Glentworth Street, Marylebone
- Website • 077-702 206 29
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Passionate about grilling
If you love grilled meats then check out The Coal Shed. The focus here is on quality produce cooked over flames. Steak fans have plenty to choose from but there's also dishes like chicken and sea bass. There's a two course menu for young diners with tempting options like gnocchi.
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1 Tower Bridge, Southwark
- Website • 020-338 472 72
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Dining in the park
Located in Tanner Street Park, Pique-Nique is a top destination for an al fresco meal with plenty of space for kids to run around. A special meal for kids is on offer, whilst the adults can enjoy meaty sharing plates like veal T-bone, lamb shoulder, or chateaubriand. Finish off with a tempting dessert.
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Tanner Street, Southwark
- Website • 020-740 395 49
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Classic Turkish cooking
At Gökyüzü diners of all ages can sample classic Turkish cuisine. Sharing platters are great for the whole family to dig into, or smaller diners can enjoy pides or mezze plates. There's a relaxed and cheerful atmosphere and a diverse menu that makes this a popular place for families and groups.
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Southend Road, Walthamstow/Waltham Forest 1 Leisure Way, Barnet 26-28 Grand Parade, Green Lanes, Haringey 42D Selborne Road, Walthamstow/Waltham Forest 339 Kentish Town Road, Camden TownGökyüzü Chingford
Southend Road, Walthamstow/Waltham ForestGökyüzü Finchley
1 Leisure Way, BarnetGökyüzü Green Lanes
26-28 Grand Parade, Green Lanes, HaringeyGökyüzü Walthamstow
42D Selborne Road, Walthamstow/Waltham ForestGökyüzü Kentish Town
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Gökyüzü Chingford
gokyuzurestaurant.co.uk/chingfordGökyüzü Finchley
gokyuzurestaurant.co.uk/finchleyGökyüzü Green Lanes
gokyuzurestaurant.co.uk/harringayGökyüzü Walthamstow
gokyuzurestaurant.co.uk/walthamstowGökyüzü Kentish Town
gokyuzurestaurant.co.uk/kentish-townGökyüzü Chingford
020-852 749 27Gökyüzü Finchley
020-849 216 62Gökyüzü Green Lanes
020-821 184 06Gökyüzü Walthamstow
020-852 029 98Gökyüzü Kentish Town
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Gökyüzü Chingford Gökyüzü Finchley Gökyüzü Green Lanes Gökyüzü Walthamstow Gökyüzü Kentish Town
Bustling brunch place
Dobar has a real buzz around it, serving a varied choice of breakfast and brunch dishes. The options range from their signature topped pancakes to eggs benedict, avocado toast, and classic fry-ups – there’s something for all tastes. A menu of set breakfasts for kids caters to the youngest of brunch fans.
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324a Green Lanes, Haringey
- Website • 020-768 632 57
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Fun Chinese food
For fun and accessible Chinese food that everyone can enjoy, try Redfarm. This is cooking with a western influence – cheeseburger spring rolls, fried rice with bacon, and dumplings plated to look like Pac Man are all part of the fun, and a big hit with kids. The communal tables are great for families.
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9 Russell St, Covent Garden
- Website • 020-388 390 93
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Super-sized pizza
Homeslice makes 20 inch pizzas that feed two to three people each - this a tasty way to feed the family. You can choose half and half toppings to cater to both picky eaters and the more adventurous. For children or when you want something small, three different pizzas are sold by the slice.
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69-71 Queen Street, The City/City of London 50 James Street, Marylebone 13 Neal's Yard, Covent GardenHomeslice City
69-71 Queen Street, The City/City of LondonHomeslice Marylebone
50 James Street, MaryleboneHomeslice Neal's Yard
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Homeslice City
homeslicepizza.co.ukHomeslice Marylebone
homeslicepizza.co.ukHomeslice Neal's Yard
homeslicepizza.co.ukHomeslice City
020-303 403 81Homeslice Marylebone
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Homeslice City Homeslice Marylebone Homeslice Neal's Yard
Colourful Mexican restaurant
London’s oldest Mexican restaurant, Café Pacifico, is full of colour and excitement, making it a great place for young foodies. The menu includes classics like burritos, fajitas, and tacos, but there’s something for everyone to enjoy – there are vegan, gluten-free, and kids’ menus that make it ideal for families and groups.
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5 Langley Street, Covent Garden
- Website • 020-737 977 28
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Jaw-dropping London views
The fantastic views of London from Oxo Tower Restaurant, Bar & Brasserie are sure to excite young diners. The brasserie menu offers casual international dining or you can enjoy fine plates like lobster or chateaubriand in the restaurant. Both spaces offer a sophisticated yet accessible three course menu especially for children.
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Barge House Street, South Bank/Southwark
- Website • 020-780 338 88
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Riverside family dining
The Blue Boat in Hammersmith is a bar, restaurant, and terrace serving food to satisfy everyone. There's a menu of sophisticated pub grub, plus a separate selection of sandwiches for smaller appetites. A special kids' menu is on offer too. There's a roast on Sundays, including smaller servings for children.
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Distillery Wharf, Parr's Way, Hammersmith and Fulham
- Website • 020-309 220 90
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Michelin-starred venue
Take the whole family for a Michelin-starred experience at Hide. This unique site combines three eateries into one venue with peaceful views of Green Park. There’s food for everyone, including vegetarian and vegan dishes. Whilst there isn’t a dedicated menu for little ones, staff are happy to adapt dishes for kids.
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85 Piccadilly, Mayfair
- Website • 020-314 686 66
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Elegant Italian dishes
Proudly Italian restaurant Fiume serves sophisticated dishes to Battersea diners. There's an outdoor terrace for al fresco meals and the menu features favourites like pizza and gnocchi. Children are catered to, with a special two course menu just for them. From the bar, there's a lengthy wine list, including sparkling options.
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Battersea Power Station, Circus West Village, Vauxhall/Battersea
- Website • 020-390 490 10
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Interactive cooking
Get involved with the cooking at Kintan. At this charming Japanese restaurant, guests grill their own food on the smokeless roasters at the table. Choose individual items or platters for up to six, offering something for the whole family to enjoy. Both kids and adults can have fun preparing their food here.
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34 High Holborn, Holborn 21 Great Castle St, MaryleboneKintan Japanese BBQ High Holborn
34 High Holborn, HolbornKintan Japanese BBQ Oxford Circus
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Kintan Japanese BBQ High Holborn
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Kintan Japanese BBQ High Holborn Kintan Japanese BBQ Oxford Circus
Fun and food for kids
Located in Dulwich, The Rosendale is a stylish pub for family meals. In the large garden there's a kids' climbing frame and games for adults. When it comes to food, expect steaks, sandwiches, burgers, and pizza, plus fun options for kids like cupcakes you can decorate yourself. They also do Sunday roasts.
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65 Rosendale Road
- Website • 020-876 190 08
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Exciting food for all ages
At Where the Pancakes Are, enjoy all-day dining focused on fluffy American-style pancakes. There’s a myriad of sweet and savoury toppings to try. A fun build-your-own-pancake menu for kids lets little ones experiment with three toppings of their choice. There’s also a variety of cocktails on the menu to get brunch started.
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7 Charlotte Street, Fitzrovia Arch 35a, 85a Southwark Bridge Rd, Southwark Battersea Power Station, Circus Rd West, Vauxhall/BatterseaWhere The Pancakes Are Fitzrovia
7 Charlotte Street, FitzroviaWhere The Pancakes Are London Bridge
Arch 35a, 85a Southwark Bridge Rd, SouthwarkWhere The Pancakes Are Battersea
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Where The Pancakes Are Fitzrovia
wherethepancakesare.com/locations/fitzroviaWhere The Pancakes Are London Bridge
wherethepancakesare.com/locations/london-bridgeWhere The Pancakes Are Battersea
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020-383 888 20Where The Pancakes Are London Bridge
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Where The Pancakes Are Fitzrovia Where The Pancakes Are London Bridge Where The Pancakes Are Battersea
Casual noodle spot
Try traditional Japanese noodles and tempura at Maurgame Udon. Grab a tray at this casual restaurant and watch the chefs prepare noodles right in front of you. Expect a variety of udon, rice bowls, tempura, and appetisers, plus a childrens' menu to suit everyone from picky eaters through to the most adventurous kids.
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14-15 Barrett Street, Marylebone Brent Cross Shopping Centre, Brent Cross, Barnet Upper Level, 2 Cabot Square, Canary Wharf/Tower Hamlets 114 Middlesex Street, The City/City of London 03 The Avenue, Peninsula Square, Greenwich 3 East St, Bromley Units 16-17, The Balcony, Waterloo Station, Waterloo Road, South Bank/Southwark 1-4 Argyll St, Soho 449 Strand, Covent Garden Kensington Arcade, High StLondon, KensingtonMarugame Udon Bond Street
14-15 Barrett Street, MaryleboneMarugame Udon Brent Cross
Brent Cross Shopping Centre, Brent Cross, BarnetMarugame Udon Canary Wharf
Upper Level, 2 Cabot Square, Canary Wharf/Tower HamletsMarugame Udon Middlesex Street
114 Middlesex Street, The City/City of LondonMarugame Udon The O2
03 The Avenue, Peninsula Square, GreenwichMarugame Udon Bromley
3 East St, BromleyMarugame Udon Waterloo
Units 16-17, The Balcony, Waterloo Station, Waterloo Road, South Bank/SouthwarkMarugame Udon Oxford Circus
1-4 Argyll St, SohoMarugame Udon The Strand
449 Strand, Covent GardenMarugame Udon Kensington Arcade
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Marugame Udon Bond Street
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Casual spot for burgers
Visit Dada's Diner for a casual diner experience and lots of juicy burgers. There's a huge selection that caters to everyone but salads, subs, and brunch are also available here. The junior menu offers choices for kids and there are lots of tempting desserts and colossal shakes for a real treat.
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167 The Vale, Ealing
- Website • 020-380 285 03
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Top options for kids
Eco is a stylish destination for pizza and authentic Italian recipes, with enough options to satisfy the entire family. Kids certainly aren't left out here - the menu for children includes pizzas, pasta, and calzone. Added to that, kids can join an after-school pizza-making masterclass here with guidance from the experts.
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162 Clapham High Street, Clapham
- Website • 020-797 811 08
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Fun for creative kids
Enjoy a Moroccan meal whilst the kids are kept entertained at L'Atelier in Wandsworth. This family-run bistro serves Moroccan food with a Belgian twist. It has a garden and its own art gallery as well as a purpose-built children's corner where kids can draw and play whilst adults enjoy a meal. Expect favourites like tagine and couscous as well as Moroccan pastries and a considerable wine selection.
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206 Trinity Rd, Wandsworth
- Website • 020-868 211 83
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Vibrant food and decor
Notting Hill restaurant Los Mochis serves a distinctive Mexican-Japanese fusion. Its vibrant interior is sure to enthral the kids, plus the under 12s get a menu of accessible options just for them. Adults can enjoy vibrant mash-up dishes like sushi tacos. Food is seasonal and sustainable, whilst the setting is packed with exciting art.
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2-4 Farmer St, Kensington
- Website • 020-724 364 36
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Fine dining for the family
If your family is full of mini gourmets then Apricity is the place to go. This refined Mayfair restaurant take an eco-conscious approach to its venue and menu. Much of the restaurant's decor is made from repurposed and recycled materials. It also wants to help kids expand their tastebuds by offering a sophisticated tasting menu that lets then join in with the adults.
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68 Duke St, Mayfair
- Website • 020-801 727 80
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Kebab fun house
Kebhouze, a global kebab house chain, launched its first UK location on the renowned Oxford Street in London. This flagship venue, spread across three floors, combines its high-quality kebab selections with arcade games, vibrant street art, a variety of burgers, assorted sides, and more. The menu features creative kebab fillings like cheddar and olives and includes meals for children.
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159 Oxford St, Soho
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Parties for little foodies
Kids are certainly welcome at Tasty Gyros - in fact, little foodies can even have their birthday party here, complete with a range of party packages. Meals for children are on the menu whilst the adults can tuck in to supersized gyros and Greek wraps. Visit the lively and modern restaurant in Enfield or order food for takeaway.
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54 Church St, Enfield
- Website • 020-836 306 25
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