Vietnamese · Lewisham
Dova Coffee & Tea is a no-frills Vietnamese café on Lee High Road, run by a friendly family and quietly celebrated locally for its authentic bánh mì — the tofu version is worth asking about even if it's not written up on the board. It's a relaxed, casual spot that's easy to pop into with a pushchair, and highchairs are generally available for little ones. Don't come expecting a glossy experience, but do come for genuinely good food at honest prices — it's a proper neighbourhood find.
The secret to a calmer meal out? Something to do that isn't a phone. Each pack is full of screen-free bits and bobs to keep little hands busy at the table and buy you a proper sit-down. Three printable packs, one for each age (toddler, preschool, primary) — free, straight to your inbox.
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