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Indian · Battersea

Banyan on the Thames

4.5 (570 reviews)
££ 📍 Rafayel, 34 Lombard Rd, London SW11 3RF

About Banyan on the Thames

Banyan on the Thames sits right on the riverbank at Rafayel in Battersea, and the views alone make it worth the trip — families have praised the beautiful setting, attentive staff and the warmth of the welcome from the moment you arrive. Highchairs and a children's menu are on hand, buggies can get around without a fuss, and there's outdoor space to enjoy when the weather plays ball; do note there's no baby-changing facility on site. Vegan diners are well catered for, and with a track record of lovely celebrations — from baby showers to family milestones — it's a genuinely family-friendly spot that feels special without being stuffy.

Kid-friendly features

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Kids menu ✓ Yes
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Highchairs ✓ Yes
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Outdoor space ✓ Yes
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Baby changing ✓ Likely
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Buggy friendly ✓ Yes
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Vegan options ✓ Yes
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Noise level Moderate
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Booking Recommended
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Best for Toddlers, Primary, All ages

Tags

#battersea#indian#outdoor seating#kids menu#highchairs#vegan options
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Three Family Friendly UK Restaurant Activity Packs spread across a table — colouring, drawing and origami pages for kids.

Free Restaurant Activity Packs

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.

  • Colouring
  • Origami
  • Drawing lessons
  • Table questions

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