Cuban · Sheffield
Tapas in Sheffield that works surprisingly well with children in tow — there's a kids' menu, high chairs, buggy access and outdoor seating, and the upstairs dining room is roomy enough not to feel like you're wedged in. The staff are attentive without hovering, and notably calm about dietary needs: gluten-free dishes are clearly marked and relayed to the kitchen (partly visible from the room) without fuss, which matters when you're feeding a coeliac child. Sharing plates means everyone picks at something. Patatas bravas, albóndigas, pollo y chorizo and the burrata all get raved about, and the mocktails are good enough that nobody feels left out. Downstairs there's a bar with music and salsa lessons — lively, but the dining space stays relaxed. Book ahead; it fills fast. Plates get cleared briskly, so hang on to yours.
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.
Fast, flavour-packed pho and ramen with a kids' menu, high chairs and a largely gluten-free menu — but book ahead, it's busy.
Hot food arrives fast, staff take fiddly orders in their stride, and Sunday evenings are blissfully quiet — though mains nudge £20.
Roomy, airy Leopold Square Italian with outdoor seating, attentive staff and a kitchen that gets a whole table's food out together.