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Traditional on the outside, this Victorian pub has feature brick walls and modern furniture inside.
Café · South Kensington
Tucked into the ground floor of a handsome Kensington townhouse, the Café at The Lavery is a genuinely calm spot to regroup after the museums, with proper espresso, freshly baked pastries, and simple, well-made food like soup and focaccia. It's comfortably family-friendly — highchairs are on hand, buggies can get in and around without a struggle, and there's enough seating that even a bigger group with little ones in tow should find room. Vegan options are available, and the whole place has an unhurried feel that makes it easier to take your time rather than rush the kids through.

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Traditional on the outside, this Victorian pub has feature brick walls and modern furniture inside.
A classic menu of Italian pizza and pasta dishes in a simple dining room with streetside seating.
Restaurant in London — 4.4★ (386 Google reviews).