Pub · Bristol
Children tend to fall for the way in before anything else — you step through a gap in a wall into the beer garden, which one family's six-year-old calls the "secret pub". That garden is the real draw: vines overhead, grapes ripening by September, room to park a buggy and plenty of outdoor seating on a warm day. Inside there are three cosy rooms, all showing sport, so weekends get lively rather than restful. Service is quick and friendly, high chairs and a kids' menu are there, and portions run generous — the Sunday roasts get the loudest praise, though the beef can be overdone, so the pork belly is the safer order. Chilli cheese chips, jalapeño bites and a margherita pizza cover smaller appetites. It's up a hill, but less of a climb than it looks. Monday is quiz night and busy.
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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