Pizza · Birmingham
Lunch here can cost less than a fiver a head, which matters when you're feeding a table of children who may or may not finish it. The pasta comes in generous portions and arrives fast — useful when someone's patience has run out. Pizza is the thing people come back for: fresh, with a crust that's somehow soft and crisp at once, and there's a kids' menu and high chairs. The interior is woody and warm with artwork on the walls, and the seating area is roomy enough not to feel hemmed in. Two honest notes: service can be brisk to the point of brusque, and one person found the till price higher than the menu said, so check before you order. Regulars swear by the California chicken and the mixed pasta with extra cheese.
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.
A family-friendly Birmingham cafe with a kids' menu and halal options, rated 4.2 by over 400 reviewers.
Cheap, generous late-night chicken, burgers and pizza near Aston University, with high chairs, roomy seating and roughly 20-minute waits.
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