Restaurant · Norwich
A revamped, modernised space on the edge of Norwich that's built for families rather than merely tolerating them — bright, roomy, easy with a pram, and air-conditioned, which matters on a hot afternoon. The soft play sits confined beside the café, so children roam freely while you keep an eye from your table; sessions run around 90 minutes with a key-fob entry system and the area is cleaned between each one. Under-4s are about £4. Food is straightforward and well presented — dirty chips with cheese and mayo, chicken goujon kids' meal deals, a genuinely decent vegan breakfast down to vegan pancakes — with Costa coffee and free parking. Service can drag when it's busy, so order early if someone's hungry, and the seating inside the play area is limited. Parents working remotely rate it: safe play, good coffee, friendly staff.
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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