Cafe du Soleil
Riverside terrace in a converted wool store, with sharing platters, kids' menu and high chairs — worth booking at weekends.
Restaurant · Canterbury
Good news for anyone with a toddler in tow: there's a kids' menu, high chairs and step-free access, so you can arrive with a buggy and get sorted without much thought beforehand. Gluten-free options mean a child who can't eat wheat has something proper rather than a side of chips. It's a quiet spot rather than a boisterous one, which suits a baby who naps in the pram or a school-age child happy to sit and chat, though a lively toddler may need a bit more managing. Prices sit at the cheaper end, handy when you're feeding several.

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.
Riverside terrace in a converted wool store, with sharing platters, kids' menu and high chairs — worth booking at weekends.
Lively Canterbury pub with kids' menu, high chairs, step-free access and outdoor seating — booking recommended.
Low-cost, lively Canterbury pub food with a kids' menu, high chairs, step-free buggy access and outdoor seating.