Pub · Southampton
Handy for a family meal in the middle of Southampton, with a kids' menu, high chairs, free parking and enough space to get a pram through without a fuss. Families mention clean, roomy rooms and friendly, patient staff, and the breakfast menu runs until midday if you've got early risers. Portions are generous, the burgers get a lot of love, and food tends to arrive quickly — helpful when someone's losing patience. Weekday daytimes are the calm slot; one visitor described a Monday evening as easy and quiet. Evenings and weekends are a different animal: live bands, a DJ, bottomless brunch crowds and a buzzy, loud atmosphere better suited to older children. There's outdoor seating too, and happy hour pricing keeps the bill sensible. The bar can get stretched thin when it's busy.
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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