Restaurant · Bristol
Vegetable-led cooking is the point here, and it's genuinely inventive — the leeks with soy, smoked butter and egg yolk get the most love, the focaccia arrives warm and properly salted, and there's a shiitake skewer with pickled onions that people wish came in twos. There's a kids' menu and high chairs, plus vegan options, which helps when the plates are this adventurous. The covered outdoor seating is the pick with a pram — heaters and blankets mean it works even midweek in autumn, and you're not squeezing between tables inside. Staff are unfailingly polite. Two honest snags: portions are small for the price, so a hungry family adds up fast, and it's popular enough that booking is worth doing, especially at weekends or with a bigger group.
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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