Dragon Fly Café
A bright, child-friendly café above a toy store with a VR arcade attached, patient staff, lovely cakes and free parking.

Family · Birmingham
A shopping trip to the Fort turns into a proper sit-down meal here without much planning, which is half the appeal — there's free parking, buggy access, and a kids' menu, so you can roll in mid-afternoon with a tired toddler and not feel like a nuisance. Food comes out fast and hot, which matters when someone's patience is running low, and the salad bar gives children something to pick at while mains are cooking. Portions are big enough that people regularly leave food — the Harvester Trilogy of chicken, ribs and steak gets the most praise, and breakfasts are generous. Staff are attentive and check in at sensible moments; dietary requirements are handled without fuss. Vegan options and high chairs are available. It's a chain, so expect chain prices and a busy, chatty room at weekends.

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 bright, child-friendly café above a toy store with a VR arcade attached, patient staff, lovely cakes and free parking.
A relaxed Birmingham coffee shop with high chairs, outdoor seating and vegan options — easy for a family stop.
Restaurant in Birmingham with a kids menu — 4.4★ (604 Google reviews).