Buffet · Cambridge
Cambridge families use this out-of-town all-you-can-eat mainly for the sheer choice — a long run of Chinese dishes, sushi, a live station, salads and a whipped ice cream machine that children make several trips to. Free parking helps, there's a kids' menu and high chairs, buggies get in easily, and the table attendants are quick to clear plates so you're not eating around a pile of debris. It sits near a cinema and bowling alley, so it works as part of a day out. Be honest with yourself about the food, though: plenty of people find dishes lukewarm or over-salted, and at roughly £45 for two adults and a child with drinks extra, it isn't cheap. Go for the variety and the fact that everyone picks their own plate rather than for a great meal.
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 casual Italian-American restaurant in Cambridge with kid-friendly pizza and pasta, mid-range prices, and a 3.7 Google rating from 468 reviews.
Lively noodle spot with kids' menu, high chairs and buggy access, where warm staff handle allergies and big family tables with care.
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