Café · Stratford
Blue River Cafe has the warm, welcoming feel of a proper family-run place, and the staff really do make you feel at home when you walk through the door. It's buggy-friendly and has highchairs on hand, along with a kids' menu and some outdoor space — handy when little ones need a breather. There's no soft play or baby-changing facilities here, but for a relaxed, friendly meal out with the family in Stratford, it ticks a lot of the right boxes.
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.
Thai in London with a kids menu and highchairs — 4.6★ (1,462 Google reviews).
Italian spot in Stratford.
Family-friendly hangout serving a grill-based menu plus pasta in simple, modern surroundings.