Restaurant · Edinburgh
A French bistro on the smarter side of casual, this is the kind of place where the food genuinely delivers — steak frites, French onion soup, king prawns and the côte de boeuf to share all come in for real praise, and the coeliac accreditation is a relief if someone in your family needs it. There's a kids' menu, high chairs, vegan options, level access for a pram and a few outdoor tables for warmer days. Staff are pleasant and warm even when the room is heaving. The honest snag: on busy nights the kitchen can fall badly behind, with courses arriving out of order and long gaps between them — one family cheerfully described an evening eaten "in instalments". Book ahead, go early with younger children, and bring something to keep small hands busy while you wait.
A little something creative for your next meal out. Filled with colouring, simple drawing prompts for cute animals, origami and conversation starters designed to bring more play, laughter and connection to the table. 3 free printable packs for toddlers, preschoolers and primary-aged children.
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