The Smithy Cafe — South Shields

Café · South Shields

The Smithy Cafe

4.6 (84 reviews)
£ 📍 31 East Smithy St, South Shields NE33 1BT

About The Smithy Cafe

Getting in is straightforward here — step-free access means you can push a buggy through the door without asking anyone to shift tables, and high chairs are there when you need one. There's a kids' menu, so you're not negotiating over a half portion of something adult, and gluten-free options if that's part of your family's day. It's on the quiet side, which suits a baby who naps in the pram but might feel exposed if your toddler is having a loud morning — the outdoor seating gives you somewhere to go in that case. Prices sit at the cheap end, and it holds a 4.6 from 84 ratings.

Kid-friendly features

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Kids menu ✓ Yes
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Highchairs ✓ Likely
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Outdoor space ✓ Yes
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Baby changing ✓ Likely
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Buggy friendly ✓ Likely
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Vegan options ✓ Likely
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Gluten free ✓ Likely
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Noise level Quiet
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Booking Walk-ins welcome
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Best for All ages

Tags

#cafe#kids menu#outdoor seating
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