Pani's Italian
Proper family-run Italian in Newcastle — beautiful pasta, kind staff and a kids' menu, though it's cosy and gets busy.

Restaurant · Newcastle upon Tyne
Burgers here are the properly filthy kind — huge, meaty, and messy enough that working out the first bite is half the fun. Families rate the tater tots and waffle fries (crunchy outside, fluffy in), the chicken tenders as an extra, and the PB+JJ has a cult following; there's a kids' menu, high chairs, and unusually good vegan and veggie choices for a burger place, with the team happy to talk through allergies and swaps. Food comes out fast and hot, which matters when someone's losing patience, and staff are warm even late on. Two honest caveats: it gets genuinely noisy when busy, and at peak times service can feel like they'd like the table back. Weekend evenings without a booking are a gamble. Portions are generous for around £13 a head.

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.
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