Brunch · Stratford
Balans East sits just outside the Westfield Stratford shopping centre, making it a handy pit-stop when you're already in the area with the kids in tow. The all-day breakfast menu is a genuine highlight — think breakfast burritos and full fry-ups available well into the afternoon, which is a lifesaver when little ones are on unpredictable schedules. The outdoor seating area is buggy-accessible and highchairs are available, and while there's no dedicated children's menu, the relaxed atmosphere and friendly staff make families feel genuinely welcome rather than tolerated.
The secret to a calmer meal out? Something to do that isn't a phone. Each pack is full of screen-free bits and bobs to keep little hands busy at the table and buy you a proper sit-down. Three printable packs, one for each age (toddler, preschool, primary) — free, straight to your inbox.
Buzzy Japanese-inspired chain with a kids' menu, highchairs and easy buggy access in Westfield Stratford.
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