Restaurants · Abingdon
Sitting by the open fire here on a cold afternoon is the sort of thing that makes a family lunch feel less like a logistics exercise — it's roomy enough for a pram, with outdoor seating at both the front and the back for when little ones need air. Portions are hearty and the seasonal menu is priced about right for the area; the chicken schnitzel Caesar salad has people ordering it twice running, and the Asian salmon salad and lamb kofta both get named often. Staff are helpful about off-menu tweaks and dietary requests. There's a kids' menu, high chairs and free on-site parking. Worth knowing: big groups need booking, and they won't split the bill across individual tabs, which one family found made paying chaotic.
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.
A refurbished riverside pub in Abingdon with a waterside garden, outdoor seating and regular live music — warm, welcoming and well-loved by families.
Lively Abingdon spot with kids' menu, high chairs, step-free buggy access, gluten-free choices and outdoor seating — booking advised.
Bright, holiday-feeling Mexican spot where the children's menu is a real page, portions are generous and dietary requests are handled calmly — book ahead.