Café · Cambridge
Mornings are the sweet spot here — quieter, easier to get a table, and nobody hurries you along even if you settle in for an hour or two. Weekends and lunchtimes fill up fast and the room hums, though several people note it's a bustle rather than a din; if you're coming for brunch with the family, book. The pancakes get the loudest praise — thick, fluffy, Yorkshire-pudding-ish, one version with pear and sesame brittle — alongside Turkish eggs, granola and genuinely good coffee. There's a kids' menu, high chairs and outdoor seating, plus a washbasin inside for sticky hands. Staff are friendly and patient, and happy to talk you through what's vegan (plenty of veggie options, though vegan pastries are thin on the ground). One parent describes the welcome as warm enough that lingering never feels awkward.
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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