Italian · Canterbury
Tucked down a Canterbury side street just south-east of Fenwick, this is a small, quaint Italian where the cooking is properly authentic rather than anglicised — the venison, ravioli, red mullet and seafood stew all get raved about, and the bread and olives arrive before you've settled. It's an intimate room, so a pram may be a squeeze and it's more a sit-down meal than a quick refuel, but there are high chairs, a kids' menu and vegan options, food comes out fast, and the team are warm and quick to laugh with children. The set menu is where the value is: à la carte can climb, and portions of the fancier dishes run small for the price. It gets chatty at busy times — you'll hear the next table clearly. No pizza on the menu, so manage expectations there.
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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