Restaurant · Manchester
The location is the real draw — properly central Manchester, so you're a short walk from most things, which counts for a lot when you're steering a pram across town with a tired toddler in it. It sits within a hotel, so there's a kids' menu and high chairs, rooms are large with comfortable beds and a good shower, and the staff are unfailingly polite even if they're a bit thin on local suggestions. The honest snag is breakfast: guests describe the hot buffet as tired and reheated, the fruit tasteless, the eggs oddly pale, and one guest calls it "the worst hotel breakfast" they've had. A few have also found rooms running cold. Come for the space and the position, then walk out for breakfast — there's better within minutes.
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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Counter-service Manchester coffee shop with high chairs, hot drinks and sweet snacks — an easy 4.3-rated stop with the kids.