Italian · Covent Garden
Sycamore is an Italian-leaning spot on Great Queen Street where the food genuinely shines — think arancini, sea bass and tiramisu from a well-priced pre-theatre menu, plus small-plate cichetti that work well for sharing with little ones. It's buggy-accessible, highchairs are available, there's a kids' menu, and vegan options are on offer too; there's no baby changing on site, so worth bearing in mind if you've got very young ones. Service can be a little variable depending on the night, but on a good visit the staff are warm and attentive, making it a solid family-friendly choice before a West End show.
The secret to a calmer meal out? Something to do that isn't a phone. Each pack is full of screen-free bits and bobs to keep little hands busy at the table and buy you a proper sit-down. Three printable packs, one for each age (toddler, preschool, primary) — free, straight to your inbox.
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