Brunch · Canning Town
Rose's Cafe on Barking Road is a welcoming neighbourhood spot with a good menu selection — think tasty paninis and plenty of choice — and a genuinely warm welcome from the staff that families have been coming back to for years. It's buggy-accessible and has a kids' menu, with highchairs likely available if you need one, plus outdoor space and vegan options on the menu. There's no baby changing on site, so worth bearing that in mind if you've got little ones in nappies, but the friendly atmosphere and easy walk from Canning Town station make it a solid family-friendly pitstop.
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Brilliant Neapolitan pizza in a warm, welcoming East London spot with highchairs and a kids' menu.
Flavoursome sharing platters and welcoming staff make Meydan a solid family-friendly choice in E16.
Warm neighbourhood Italian with great pizza, buggy-friendly access and genuinely welcoming staff.