North African · Cambridge
Step through the door and Cambridge disappears — low cushioned seats, thick patterned fabrics, warm lighting and a slightly bohemian feel that children tend to find fascinating rather than boring. It's small and often busy, so book ahead, and be aware there isn't much room for bags and coats once you're settled. Buggy access, high chairs and a kids' menu are all there, and the staff are kind and attentive. Start with the chef's choice of dips and warm bread — different each visit, ideal for sharing and enough to keep small hands busy. Portions are generous; the lamb cutlets, hummus and roasted aubergine draw real praise, and the baklava is worth saving room for. No alcohol on the menu, plenty for vegans, and good value at ££. Food comes slowly, so it suits a lingering meal more than a hungry-toddler dash.
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