Italian · Hackney
Gordos Pizzeria on Kingsland Road is a proper Dalston neighbourhood spot serving authentic, generously topped pizzas in a warm, welcoming atmosphere where staff genuinely make you feel at home — reviewers rave about the value and the recently revamped dessert menu too. It's a solid family-friendly choice: highchairs are available, the venue is easy to navigate with a buggy, and there's outdoor space for when you need a bit of fresh air mid-meal. Vegan pizzas are on the menu, though there's no dedicated children's menu or baby-changing facilities, so worth bearing that in mind if you've got very little ones in tow.
The secret to a calmer meal out? Something to do that isn't a phone. Each pack is full of screen-free bits and bobs to keep little hands busy at the table and buy you a proper sit-down. Three printable packs, one for each age (toddler, preschool, primary) — free, straight to your inbox.
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