Italian · Covent Garden
Cicchetti by San Carlo brings Italian small-plates dining to the buzz of Covent Garden, with beautiful dishes — think melt-in-the-mouth beef cheek — served in a gorgeously designed room where the lively atmosphere is very much part of the experience. It's a genuinely welcoming spot for families, with highchairs available and buggy-friendly access making it easier to arrive with little ones in tow, though there's no dedicated children's menu so younger diners will be sharing from the cicchetti-style plates. Vegan options are on the menu, and the warm, attentive service noted by many visitors goes a long way when you're eating out with kids.
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