Pasta Cosa
A tiny, cheap Italian near the docks with fast, friendly service, generous pasta and outdoor tables — but only a few seats inside.

Vietnamese · Liverpool
A bowl of pho here is the kind of meal that suits a hungry family — generous portions, fresh flavours, and prices that don't sting for a city-centre lunch. Buggy access and high chairs are sorted, there's a kids' menu, and vegan options mean nobody's left picking at rice. The team are the standout: warm welcomes, unhurried explanations of the lunch set versus à la carte, and small kindnesses like offering a bib before a beef brisket noodle soup arrives. Chicken pho and the fresh chicken rice rolls come in for particular praise. Food generally arrives quickly, which helps when patience is thin. It does get busy enough that bookings occasionally slip through, so arrive with a little slack, and the odd side or drink has been known to go missing from an order. Outdoor seating in warmer weather.

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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