PizzaExpress
Reliable mid-priced pizza with high chairs, a kids' menu, step-free access and outdoor seating — book ahead to avoid a wait.
Dessert · Southend-on-Sea
Southend-on-Sea has plenty of reasons to end up wanting something sweet mid-afternoon, and this is a dessert and ice cream spot set up for children rather than tolerating them. There's a kids' menu and high chairs, so a toddler is catered for without you having to improvise, and step-free access means you can push a buggy straight in rather than folding it at the door. Vegan, gluten-free and halal options cover most of the dietary needs a mixed family group throws up. It's moderately noisy, which usually means nobody minds a bit of chatter from your table.

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.
Reliable mid-priced pizza with high chairs, a kids' menu, step-free access and outdoor seating — book ahead to avoid a wait.
Lively Southend spot with kids' menu, high chairs, step-free buggy access and vegan and gluten-free options; booking advised.
Step-free access, high chairs and a kids' menu in a lively Southend spot where a noisy toddler won't stand out.