The St Mildred's Bay
Relaxed seafront restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating, free parking, patient staff and superb seafood — but ring ahead about Sunday roasts.
Bistro · Westgate-on-Sea
A French bistro in Westgate-on-Sea with the practical bits already sorted for families — high chairs, a kids' menu and step-free access mean you can arrive with a toddler and a buggy without a plan of attack. There's outdoor seating if your two do better with a bit of air around them, and gluten-free options if someone at the table needs them. It's a lively room rather than a hushed one, so a bit of noise from your table won't stand out. Worth booking ahead, and mid-range prices at around ££.

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.
Relaxed seafront restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating, free parking, patient staff and superb seafood — but ring ahead about Sunday roasts.
Lively Westgate-on-Sea grill with a kids' menu, high chairs, step-free buggy access and outdoor tables — booking advised.
Quiet Margate restaurant with a kids' menu, high chairs, step-free buggy access and vegan and gluten-free choices.