Scottish · Edinburgh
Tucked into Edinburgh with a kids' menu and high chairs ready, this is a straightforward spot for a family meal out rather than anywhere fussy. The cooking lands well for most — one visitor sums it up as "perfect food, great staff" — and the team gets good marks for being pleasant with tables that include children. Worth knowing before you go: the pricing needs watching. The gourmet burger runs to £18 and extras are charged separately, so a slice of cheese or onions each add around £1.50, and wine is roughly £10 a glass. Not everyone has felt that adds up fairly. With very few opinions recorded so far, it's harder to predict than somewhere long-established. Check opening hours before setting off with hungry children, and expect a modest, mid-priced meal rather than a destination.
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.
Unlimited hot pot with a sauce station and bubbling table-top pots — messy, fun, kid-friendly, and cheaper before 5pm.
Smart St Andrew's Square dining that welcomes children — fast service, a famously huge kids' burger, and better-spaced tables upstairs.
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