25 Family-Friendly Restaurants In London You And The Kids Will Love
Say goodbye to tears and tantrums this spring half term, with our top picks for London’s best family-friendly restaurants. From crowd-pleasing pizza joints to restaurants that feel grown-up but know how to charm your little ones, here are our favourites…
Gordon Ramsay Restaurants
He may be ferocious in the kitchen, but he’s obviously a softie at heart. Gordon Ramsay not only welcomes children to most of his restaurants; he also lets those under ten years old eat for free from the kids’ menus at selected Gordon Ramsay Restaurants – for every adult ordering two courses from the à la carte menu, one child enjoys a main from the Ramsay Kids menu on the house. Kiddies can look forward to the likes of macaroni and cheese, bangers and mash, meatball pasta with tomato sauce, and burgers and chips.
where: Various locations
website: www.gordonramsayrestaurants.com
Sea Containers Restaurant
Home to unbeatable views of the River Thames, Sea Containers Restaurant boasts a tasty children’s menu packed with all of their favourites.
From SeaCo’s cheeseburger with chips to classic fish & chips or grilled chicken with gravy, this is a kid’s menu designed with little tummies in mind.
where: 20 Upper Ground, London SE1 9PD
website: www.seacontainerslondon.com
Bellanger
Bellanger has recently reintroduced their children’s menu. Served daily, from 11.45 am onwards. Young diners can enjoy two courses for £11.50 with choices including chicken burgers with French fries, linguine with tomato sauce, meatballs, fish cakes, and more.
As part of Bellanger’s children’s menu, young diners can enjoy two courses for just £11.50.
where: 9 Islington Grn, London N1 2XH
website: www.bellanger.co.uk
Smith’s Bar & Grill
Treat your kids to a delightful dining experience at Smith’s Bar and Grill, with their specially curated kids’ menu that features a variety of mouth-watering dishes that are sure to satisfy even the pickiest eaters. From crispy fish and chips to juicy burgers with chips, there’s something for every little palate, and this one is a top spot if you’re looking for a family-friendly restaurant in London.
where: 25 Sheldon Square, Paddington W2 6EY
website: www.smithsbarandgrill.co.uk
Pan Pacific London
If you’re looking for a family-friendly restaurant in London, Pan Pacific London is a classic spot. The children’s menus have been carefully curated and feature freshly prepared dishes that they really want to eat. Enjoy 50% off la carte menus for those aged 7 to 12 years, and children under six eat for free – this excludes the children’s menu and children’s afternoon tea menus.
where: 80 Houndsditch, London EC3A 7AB
website: www.panpacific.com
Sanderson London
Dining out with little ones? The restaurant at Sanderson London offers a lovely Mad Hatter’s afternoon tea, which is full of sweet treats and savoury delights to tantalize your taste buds, including the Queen of Hearts Biscoff and the Knight’s Chess Battenburg. Kids will love the Little Hatters Tea that’s tailor-made for little ones with kid-friendly options such as juice, milk, and peanut butter sandwiches.
The restaurant has a kids’ menu to keep even the fussiest eaters happy.
Where: 50 Berners St, London W1T 3NG
Website: www.book.ennismore.com
Rosa’s Thai
Rosa’s Thai has a lovely Little Rosa’s kids’ menu with a choose-your-own style option where kids can pick their own feast. Each menu starts with crispy pumpkin crackers, followed by a choice of rice noodles, jasmine rice, or roti as a base, a topping of Thai omelette, Thai fried chicken nuggets, or coconut and cinnamon curry, and a drink. For older kids, pick from junior portions of Rosa’s classics like stir-fried flat noodles, Rosa’s fried rice, or green bean and basil stir-fry. The menus come with Thai-themed activities to keep the kids busy while the adults enjoy their meal.
where: Multiple locations
website: www.rosasthai.com
My kids love Thai food and Rosa’s is one of their fave spots. Authentic dishes, easy breezy atmosphere and great locations – a no brainer pick over the mass market chains and no more expensive either!
Robyn, Managing Director
St Martins Lane
Whether you’re looking to fuel up for the day with a nourishing brekkie, delight in a light lunch, or after an early dinner option with the kids, St Martins Lane’s Restaurant is the perfect, laidback spot to know.
While the menu is a little more grown-up, children and families are always welcome, and dishes can be accommodated to keep even the fussiest of eaters happy.
where: 45 St Martin’s Lane, WC2N 4HX
website: www.book.ennismore.com
Stork
Stork’s children’s menu is for guests aged 10 years or less and is available for £20 per head, where you can select one of each – a main, side, dessert, and drink per guest. On the menu, there’s slow-braised and pulled shoulder of lamb coated in panko breadcrumbs, harissa mayo, and salad; jerk chicken wings with plantain or jollof rice on the side, and desserts like Ghanaian chocolate ice cream.
Stork’s children’s menu is for guests aged 10 years or less and is available for £20 per head.
where: 13-14 Cork St, Mayfair, London, W1S 3NS
website: www.storkrestaurant.com
The Lighterman
The Lighterman, a contemporary pub and dining room at Granary Square, offers lovely wrap-around terraces and all-day casual dining and drinking. It’s a great place to take the family out this half term, and the kids’ menu includes mac and cheese, margherita flatbread, grilled chicken, fish and chips, and more.
where: 3 Granary Square, N1C 4BH
website: www.thelighterman.co.uk
Sticks’n’Sushi
A go-to for some of the UK’s best sushi and sticks, the menu features signature dishes, such as Ebi Bites filled with tempura shrimp, miso aioli, chilli, lime, and coriander, alongside classic and creative sushi, sashimi, ceviche, and tartares.
Sticks’n’Sushi has an impressive menu and a kids’ sushi masterclass, they certainly do. The kids’ masterclass is suitable for ages 8 to 12 years of all ability levels.
where: 113-115 kings road, sw3 4nt
website: www.sticksnsushi.com/gb/en/
Sushi with the under-fives doesn’t always go that well (in my experience), but these guys have such a brilliant kids’ menu that comes in the cutest little bento boxes, with loads of choice, even if they don’t like the raw stuff.
Astrid, Contributing Fashion & Lifestyle Editor
Eataly
One for the little one and one for you. Treat the whole family to traditional pasta and wood-fired pizza at Eataly’s Pasta E Pizza restaurant.
Tuck into your favourite Italian dish and order your bambini their traditional margarita pizza – mini-sized just for them, cute! Finish with a traditional Italian dessert made fresh every day by their pastry chefs.
Treat the whole family to traditional pasta and wood-fired pizza at Eataly’s Pasta E Pizza restaurant
where: 135 Bishopsgate, EC2M 3YD
website: www.eataly.co.uk
TING at Shangri-La The Shard
Who could say no to sky-high views of London and menus for everyone to enjoy? Resting on level 35 of the Shard, TING has a dedicated children’s menu featuring kid-approved favourites like Caesar salad, fish and chips, Shang cheeseburgers, and sweet treats such as chocolate pudding, fruit salad, and ice cream sundaes. For the parents, pick from delicious seasonal dishes from the main à la carte menu.
where: Level 35, Shangri-La The Shard, London 31 St Thomas Street, London SE1 9QU
website: www.ting-shangri-la.com
Royal Afternoon Tea at the Rubens at the Palace
The Rubens at the Palace offers a delightful family-friendly Afternoon Tea, where younger guests can enjoy their own enchanting “Little Prince & Princess” experience. Thoughtfully adapted for children under 12, the menu features bite-sized sandwiches, sweet treats, and a choice of milkshake, hot chocolate, or soft drinks—bringing a playful twist to this classic British tradition. With warm, attentive service and a magical setting overlooking the Royal Mews, it’s the perfect way for families to create memorable moments together in London.
where: 39 Buckingham Palace Road, SW1W 0PS
website: www.rubenshotel.com
The Montague on the Gardens
Refuel after a morning strolling around the British Museum and book in for the Montague on the Gardens’ family-friendly afternoon tea. Expect plates to be laden with delicious treats served with a hot chocolate, scrumptious sandwiches, and mouthwatering cupcakes, making this one of our favourite family-friendly restaurants in London.
Refuel after a morning strolling around the British Museum and book in for the Montague on the Gardens’ afternoon tea.
where: 15 MONTAGUE STREET, WC1B 5BJ
website: WWW.MONTAGUEHOTEL.COM
The Ivy Asia
At The Ivy Asia, there’s something for everyone in the family. There’s a great selection of drinks for kids that can take you from green juice to an immunity smoothie. The mains go far beyond the regular – kids can choose between pan-fried seared fillet of salmon glazed in a fragrant lemon and herb dressing, the crispy honey and sesame chicken, and more.
where: 201, 203A King’s Rd, SW3 5ED
website: https://theivyasia.com
Madera
Situated at Treehouse London, you can have a lovely meal at Madera and enjoy their modern Cali-Mexican menu. The kids’ menu includes nachos, cheese quesadillas, chicken tacos, penne pasta, loaded fries (potato fries topped with cheese, turkey bacon, pulled chicken, and sour cream), or the kids will love the fish and chip basket (cod fish goujons served with chips and tartare sauce).
Situated at Treehouse London, you can have a lovely meal with the family at Madera.
where: 14-15 Langham place, wib 2qs
website: www.treehousehotels.coM
Rick Stein Restaurants
Rick Stein Restaurants are making a mission out of introducing younger palates to fresh-caught seafood. Their menu includes mac and cheese with chargrilled garlic bread, a battered or grilled fish of the day, or moules frites cooked with butter and onions.
Rick Stein Restaurants are making a mission out of introducing younger palates to fresh-caught seafood.
where: Barnes, Tideway Yard, 125 Mortlake High St, SW14 8SW
website: https://rickstein.com/
Bbar
Tucked just opposite the Royal Mews, bbar offers a relaxed yet stylish setting that’s perfect for family dining at any time of day. Children are warmly welcomed with menus that cater to smaller appetites, whether it’s a casual lunch between sightseeing, a fun and indulgent afternoon tea, or an easy-going dinner after a day in central London. The vibrant atmosphere, friendly service, and flexible menu make it an ideal spot where both adults and little ones can feel comfortable, turning mealtimes into an enjoyable experience for the whole family.
where: 43 Buckingham Palace Road, SW1W 0PP
website: www.bbarlondon.com
The Chesterfield Mayfair
Whimsy and nostalgia call us to The Chesterfield Mayfair’s Original Sweetshop Afternoon Tea. Having won ‘Best Themed Afternoon Tea’ at the 2025 Afternoon Tea Awards, it isn’t hard to see why. The Chesterfield has curated a Children’s Afternoon Tea menu including a selection of bite-sized sandwiches, such as ham and cheese and cucumber with dill cream cheese, freshly baked chocolate chip scones served with clotted cream and strawberry jam, and a variety of delicious pastries.
where: 35 Charles St, W1J 5EB
website: https://chesterfieldmayfair.com
Andaz London, Eastway Brasserie
A longtime favourite on Liverpool Street, Andaz London’s Eastway Brasserie is ideal for a relaxed London dining experience. The all-day menu includes locally sourced products that celebrate the flavours of the season and the diversity of East London. Start with a kale, pumpkin, and quinoa salad and smoked haddock fishcakes, and try the signature burger maison or slow braised beef ribs for mains.
where: 40 Liverpool St, London EC2M 7QN
website: www.hyattrestaurants.com
Butler’s Wharf
Located on the riverside near London Bridge with stunning views of the London skyline, Butler’s Wharf Chop House is a true hidden gem perfect for family outings or relaxed weekend lunches.
The menu has something for everyone at the table, with seasonal British classics and hearty favourites, while the littles can enjoy a dedicated children’s menu thoughtfully curated to include kid-friendly options like their very own fish and chips, grilled cheese, or chicken strips.
where: 36e Shad Thames, London SE1 2YE
website:www.chophouse-restaurant.co.uk
Fiume
Situated between the Thames and the towering pillars of Battersea Power Station, this Italian restaurant has all the best views from its piazza-style terrace.
Inspired by the traditional food of the Amalfi Coast and the South of Italy, Fiume boasts a stunning menu, pairing it perfectly with a smaller bambini menu of fan favourites.
where: Circus Rd W, Nine Elms, London SW8 5BN
website: www.fiume-restaurant.co.uk
Gloria
A vibrant Italian restaurant in Shoreditch, Gloria is a great place to take the kids if they love Italian food. The menu includes lots of favourites, including homemade pasta and Neapolitan pizzas cooked in their Marana oven. Other highlights of the menu include branzino carpaccio, an indulgent 10 Level Lasagna, and Mafaldine al Tartufo for two, all made with love in the open kitchen.
where: 54-56 Great Eastern St, London EC2A 3QR
website: www.bigmammagroup.coM
