Restaurant · Wallingford
A bistro-style spot in Wallingford where the cooking is genuinely inventive rather than the usual family-pub fare — think hogget chorizo scotch eggs, crab risotto, homemade bread with sage butter, and pulled pork done in a deconstructed way that sounds fussy but lands well. Portions are generous, and sharing plates make it easy to feed picky eaters without ordering three separate mains. There's a kids' menu, high chairs, buggy access and outdoor seating, and the staff strike that useful balance of attentive but not hovering. The atmosphere is cosy and suits smaller groups better than a big noisy party. Worth knowing: it's more considered cooking than quick-and-cheap, so it rewards a relaxed lunch rather than a dash-in with a hungry toddler, and the small plates can be hit-and-miss — the scotch eggs are the reliable star.
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.
A welcoming Wallingford pub with a kids' menu, high chairs, vegan options and outdoor seating for easy family meals.
A relaxed Wallingford café with a kids' menu, vegan options, and outdoor seating for easy family meals.
A roomy riverside pub in Wallingford serving classic pub grub, with outdoor seating and space for the whole family to relax.