Modern British Restaurant · Bicester
A pretty spot beside Garth Park's play area, this one solves the perennial problem of what to do after twenty minutes on the swings — spacious playground right there, buggy access inside, high chairs, a kids' menu and free parking. The food is well beyond café standard: 6-hour porchetta and properly crispy roast potatoes on Sundays, big English breakfasts at fair prices, a steak sandwich people go back for, and ice cream through summer. Gluten-free and vegan options are handled without fuss — the kitchen will happily make mushrooms on toast vegan. It's family-run and the team are genuinely good with small children; one parent found them "super accommodating with our little one". Dogs are welcome inside too. Afternoon tea and the pop-up evenings are worth booking ahead, and portions are generous rather than dainty.
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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