Indian · Birmingham
Small plates and street food make this an easy one with children — you can order tapas-style and pass dishes around the table, so a fussy eater can pick at roti and paneer fries while everyone else works through black dahl, bhel puri, lamb kofta or chole bhature. Spicing sits on the milder side, which suits younger palates even if heat-seekers may want more. There's a kids' menu, high chairs and plenty of vegan choices. Two honest caveats: it's a genuinely small room, so the middle tables feel tight and a pram is a squeeze, and it gets busy enough that people are turned away at the door — book ahead. Service is warm and unhurried rather than quick. Prices are city-centre standard, and one parent found portions fixed with no top-ups on chutney.
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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