Chicken · Cambridge
A fried-chicken stop that works surprisingly well with kids in tow — plenty of seating inside, comfortable leather booths, buggy access, high chairs and a kids' menu, plus refillable drink machines so nobody's waiting on a top-up. Food comes out fast and freshly cooked, which matters when someone's hitting the wall. The tenders are the thing to order: proper chicken rather than anything processed, crispy without being greasy, and there are something like sixteen sauces to work through, so fussy eaters and spice-lovers can both be happy. Fries are crunchy and well seasoned, and the shakes are worth a detour. This branch looks out over the park. Two honest notes: extra sauce pots cost around £1.45 and arrive stingily filled, and the kids' meal carrot sticks can be tired. Open until 10pm.
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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A mid-priced Cambridge chicken takeaway with a 4.4 Google rating, handy for a quick, fuss-free bite with the family.