Bars · Manchester
FOLK is a relaxed Manchester bar-café with a palm-dotted terrace, so there's room to spread out with the family when the weather's kind. It's earned a 4.6 rating across more than a thousand reviews, and the outdoor seating gives little ones a bit of breathing space.
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.
Spacious Didsbury pub with garden, free parking and a well-liked kids' menu — pricey, and loud at weekends, but calm midweek.
Buzzy Italian in Didsbury with free parking, colouring books for the kids, and pasta, pizza and Sunday roasts worth the slightly higher bill.
A warm, unpretentious Didsbury spot with genuinely lovely staff, buggy access, high chairs and free parking — Sunday lunch is the standout.