Café · Islington
A welcoming, family-owned Turkish-influenced café on Essex Road where the food is fresh, portions are honest, and the prices won't leave you wincing — a rare thing in this part of London. The set breakfasts come particularly recommended, and the friendly owners create a relaxed, no-fuss atmosphere that makes it easy to settle in with little ones. It's buggy-accessible and has a kids' menu, with highchairs likely available, so worth giving them a quick ring ahead if you need one.
The secret to a calmer meal out? Something to do that isn't a phone. Each pack is full of screen-free bits and bobs to keep little hands busy at the table and buy you a proper sit-down. Three printable packs, one for each age (toddler, preschool, primary) — free, straight to your inbox.
A popular seafood restaurant in Islington offering a dedicated kids menu, highchairs, easy buggy access.
Tucked-away Islington coffee spot with courtyard seating, buggy access and highchairs available.
Relaxed Essex Road café with a broad menu, buggy access, and obliging owners happy to adapt dishes for families.