Tapas · Brighton
A small, intimate Spanish spot where the tapas do a lot of heavy lifting — the ox tail stew, garlic potato cubes in a rich sauce, cod croquettes and gambas all get raved about, and one Spanish visitor gave it a proper seal of approval. Food tends to land within five or ten minutes, which matters when a child has hit the wall, and the staff are warm with groups; one family described being treated like part of the family. There's a kids' menu, high chairs, buggy access and decent veggie and vegan choices, plus a handful of outside tables that go fast on Brighton weekend evenings. Worth knowing: it's snug rather than roomy, portions are tapas-sized so a few plates add up, and dietary requests are worth repeating clearly at the table.
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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