Restaurant · Islington
OKN1 is a genuinely lovely spot on Hoxton Street where hospitality students cook and serve seasonal, rotating menus — think Italian-inspired small plates one visit, a proper Christmas dinner the next — all at prices that make a decent family meal out feel very affordable. The cooking is careful and the service attentive, and with highchairs available, buggy-friendly access, and a bit of outdoor space, it works reasonably well for families with younger children, though there's no dedicated children's menu so little ones will be sharing from whatever's on that day. Vegan options are available, and the ever-changing nature of the menu keeps it interesting if you find yourselves returning.
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.
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