Family Fish Bar
Fish & chips in Cardiff — 4.4★ (61 Google reviews).

Café · Cardiff
A Cathays fixture for two decades, this is the sort of small café where a big plate of hot food lands fast — usually inside 20 minutes, sometimes quicker — which matters enormously when a child has hit the wall. Breakfast is the reason to come: fry-ups in several sizes so you can order a small one for a child without waste, proper crispy hash browns, poached eggs done right, Heinz beans, buttery toast. American pancakes and French toast are the sweet options children go for. There's a kids' menu and high chairs, prices are gentle, and the family who run it are warm with everyone. It's cosy rather than roomy, so a bulky pram may be a squeeze at busy times, and the floor isn't always spotless. One parent calls it "a Cardiff institution".

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.
Fish & chips in Cardiff — 4.4★ (61 Google reviews).
Cheap, fast, generous Cardiff breakfasts with high chairs, a kids' menu and famously kind staff — order at the counter.
A warm little Cathays café famed for its liver sandwich and karak chai, with a kids' menu, high chairs and takeaway.