Restaurants · Stonehouse
Booking ahead is the sensible move here — it fills up even midweek, and part of the appeal is that celebratory buzz, with 80s music playing and birthday tables dotted around. That does mean it's lively rather than hushed, so a chatty toddler won't stand out. Service holds up even when the room is full: the team are warm, quick without rushing you on for the next sitting, and used to feeding families. Food is properly good — the linguine granseola with crab and chilli, a saffron-rich seafood risotto piled with mussels, squid and prawns, sirloin cooked to order, banoffee pie worth sharing. Pizza is the weak link; a few people find the dough underseasoned. Parking looks tricky at first glance but there's on-street space and a public car park five minutes away. High chairs, a kids' menu and buggy access all sorted.
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 welcoming Stonehouse café with a 4.3-star rating and mid-range prices, handy for a relaxed family coffee and a bite.
A well-rated Stonehouse restaurant with a 4.6 Google score, offering an affordable bite for families out and about.
Warmly run Bangladeshi restaurant with roomy tables, huge portions and free parking — bring your own drinks and expect a wait when busy.