Asian · Birmingham
Tucked inside a Birmingham food court, this Hong Kong-style cha chaan teng draws people who've driven from as far as Manchester for a taste of home. You order at the counter and the food is brought out to you, so there's no juggling trays with a toddler on your hip. Around twenty shared tables mean plenty of buggy room, and it's clean and tidy — though seats aren't guaranteed at peak times, and queues can build fast. High chairs and a kids' menu are there. Fried beef noodles with a proper milk tea comes to about £8.50, and the sweet and sour pork with pineapple gets ordered again and again. Staff are warm and accommodating — one family caught a bus after asking for their milk tea to go, made up in a takeaway cup. Parking nearby is pricey, and dinner service is short.
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.
Bustling Chinese food hall where photo boards let kids point and choose; generous portions, high chairs and buggy access, but bring cash.
A mid-priced Chinese restaurant in Birmingham that's worth a look for families wanting a relaxed bite to eat.
Cantonese roast meats in a Birmingham food court — generous rice plates, kids' menu and high chairs, but expect waits when it's busy.