Italian · Edinburgh
Twin dining rooms and bar stools by the dessert counter make this feel more like a family home than a city-centre Italian, and that shows in how the staff handle a table with children — patient, funny, and genuinely unbothered by complicated orders. Allergies are taken seriously: gluten, nut, dairy and vegetarian requests get handled properly rather than grudgingly, and there are vegan options alongside the kids' menu. High chairs are there, and you can get a pram in. The seafood is the thing to order — sea bream, cuttlefish ink pasta, ragù — and half portions mean children can share grown-up food. The cannoli, gelato and chocolate cake are worth saving room for. It gets busy, and on a packed night nobody may check back on your table, but families who fetch up without a booking often still get squeezed in.
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 cosy, budget-friendly Edinburgh coffee shop with light lunches, paninis and vegan options — easy and relaxed with little ones.
A relaxed Edinburgh coffee shop with high chairs, vegan options, and light bites — easy for a coffee break with the kids.
Fast-arriving tapas-style Indian plates in Edinburgh — kids' menu, high chairs and famous butter chicken, though portions are small.