Middle Eastern · Manchester
Small plates with big Mediterranean flavours, and enough of a family setup — kids' menu, high chairs, room to get a pram in — that lunch here works with children in tow. The Disco Cauliflower comes up again and again: a whole spiced head with pomegranate and flaked almonds, easily shared. Sea bass, lamb kofta, mushroom shawarma and the hummus with pita all get similar affection, and there are proper vegan and vegetarian options rather than one token dish. Dishes arrive as they're cooked, which suits a hungry toddler better than a long wait for everyone's plates. Staff are warm and happy to advise on how much to order; tap water comes free. Two honest snags: it gets genuinely noisy when full, and as one parent put it, "prices soon mount up". Outdoor seating helps on a warm day, and the bread and butter pudding is worth the room.
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 relaxed Manchester café with outdoor seating and vegan options — an easy, well-rated spot to pause with little ones.
Bright, buzzy Thai street food with generous sharing portions, high chairs, a kids' menu and famously warm staff.
Central Manchester pub with a kids' menu, high chairs, cheap hearty food and a roof terrace — quieter before the sport crowd arrives.