Restaurants · Bonnyrigg
Bonnyrigg hides a proper Italian sit-down behind a plain frontage — families travel for this one, and the booths are the bit that makes it work with children: contained, a little private, and there are several distinct spaces so you can ask for somewhere quieter if you've got a wobbly toddler. Buggy access, high chairs and a kids' menu are all sorted, and the team are genuinely warm rather than politely tolerant. Portions are huge, so two children can happily share; the lasagne, the focaccia and the truffle and parmesan fries get talked about most. It's a touch pricier than a chain, and although there's free parking it fills fast — one family spent ten minutes circling side streets, then walked five minutes in. Leave extra time, and book at weekends.
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Cosy Bonnyrigg grill with big portions, famous burgers and sticky toffee pudding — kids' menu, high chairs and free parking.
A family-friendly Edinburgh restaurant with high chairs for little ones, offering a relaxed mid-range meal out.
Kids' menu, high chairs, step-free access and free parking make this lively Lasswade spot an easy family lunch.