Bakery · East Ham
Tucked inside Central Park in East London, this café serves up genuinely handmade food — think fresh soup with sour bread, savoury bites, and what regulars reckon is the best salted chocolate brownie around, all served in charmingly mismatched crockery. It's a relaxed, well-loved spot with plenty of seating inside and out, and the open parkland right on the doorstep means little ones can burn off energy after eating — there's also a kids' play area nearby in the park itself. The café has a kids' menu, highchairs are usually available, and it's easy to navigate with a buggy; do note there's no baby changing on site, and vegan options are on the menu.
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