Café · Colchester
Expect a bit of a buzz here — this is a lively spot, which is good news if your toddler is at the loud stage and you'd rather not be the only noise in the room. There's a kids' menu and high chairs, so you can walk in with a small one and not have to think about it in advance. Step-free access means the buggy comes in with you rather than getting folded up at the door, and vegan and gluten-free options cover most of the awkward dietary combinations a family throws at a kitchen. Prices sit in the middle, so it's an easy weekday stop rather than a treat.
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