Italian · Liverpool
Walk past the frontage and you'd guess small and quiet — inside it opens up into a soaring, light-filled room with ceilings that must be twenty metres high, which means pram space, room to spread out, and none of that hemmed-in feeling when a toddler gets restless. There's a small playroom to keep little ones busy while food arrives, and the staff have a reputation for going out of their way — one parent with a newborn found them genuinely kind rather than merely polite. The lasagne comes up again and again, as do the prawns and antipasto to start, and a two-course lunch for under £15 is good going for the city centre. Service can lag on a Saturday evening, though weekday lunches tend to come out fast. Kids' menu, high chairs and vegan options all covered.
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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