Cafés · Cardiff
Drive-past-your-local-caff good, this one — parents travel for the fry-up and the Sunday roast, and at around £6 for a large breakfast with a tea, a family lunch here barely dents the week. Food lands fast and piping hot, which matters when someone's already sliding off their chair, and the staff are chatty and genuinely kind rather than merely polite. There's a kids' menu, high chairs, buggy access and a covered garden area to sit out in, plus free parking and a clean toilet at the back. Portions come in double, mini and vegetarian sizes, and jacket potatoes take your pick of toppings. It fills up — one visitor notes it's "always full of people" — so it can be busy and cash is welcome here, worth having some on you.
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.
Restaurant in Cardiff with a kids menu, highchairs and outdoor seating — 4.8★ (624 Google reviews).
Easy-going Cathays pub with kids' menu, high chairs and free parking — great pies and loaded fries, quieter at lunchtime.
A well-loved Cardiff café and bakery with fresh bakes, good coffee and a relaxed, family-friendly feel at fair prices.