Restaurant · Birmingham
Slap bang in the Bullring, this is the sort of place you land when everyone's tired from shopping and needs feeding fast. There's a kids' menu, high chairs and enough room to get a pram through, and food generally lands 10–15 minutes after ordering — you order at the table by QR code, which is a blessing when a toddler won't sit still. Staff tend to be good with families; one visitor had a drink knocked over within seconds of sitting down and it was replaced without a fuss. The chicken and the spice are the draw, and there are veggie and vegan options that hold up. Two honest caveats: Saturdays bring a queue (20 minutes quoted, often less) and it's noisy, and standards slip when it's slammed — tables have been left uncleared at peak 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.
A laid-back Birmingham café with a kids' menu and outdoor seating — an easy pause when you're shopping around the Bullring.
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