Restaurant · Newcastle upon Tyne
A cocktail bar first and a restaurant second, so pick your moment — weekday daytimes are quiet and roomy enough to park a buggy without apologising, while weekends and match days get loud with the football on the screens. There are high chairs and a kids' menu, and the staff are the reason people keep coming back: drinks and food arrive fast, someone checks in constantly, and nobody makes a fuss about a table with children at it. Portions are generous and genuinely good for a bar — the chicken tenders get singled out again and again — and prices are reasonable for what lands. Shuffleboard and beer pong will keep older kids busy. Two honest snags: no beer garden, and the layout is a bit awkward with a pram at busy times.
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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