Shako Mako
Lively Norwich café and bakery with a kids' menu, high chairs, step-free buggy access and vegan and gluten-free choices.

British · Norwich
A former bank on the high street, and the building alone justifies the trip — soaring ceilings, walls of odd, funny pictures, and old vaults visible downstairs by the toilets. It's a big, airy room with space to park a pram, and buggy access, high chairs and a kids' menu are all sorted. The menu roams from burgers to curry to fish and chips, with a spaghetti bolognese that doesn't skimp on the meat and chips your children will steal. Vegan options are genuinely good rather than an afterthought, and the bacon jam has a small cult following. Two honest caveats: it gets properly loud when full, so a quiet chat is unlikely, and service can drag at busy times. Book ahead — one parent found it "busy very quickly" even midweek.

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.
Lively Norwich café and bakery with a kids' menu, high chairs, step-free buggy access and vegan and gluten-free choices.
Tiny, warm Norwich pizzeria doing generous slices at gentle prices — kids' menu, high chairs, and a deli counter; book ahead.
A lively Norwich spot with high chairs, a kids' menu and gluten-free options — book ahead for an easy family meal.