London is a wonderful place to visit as a family, with so many great attractions, shows and experiences that families will love. We’ve talked before about how London offers a vibrant cultural scene which the whole family will enjoy.
As well as enjoying great new experiences in the capital, London offers a delightful array of cuisine in the city. From the markets offering on-the-go tasty treats in haunts like Camden and Borough Market to the afternoon tea buses offering a scenic lunch while you dine, there are plenty of unique experiences in the city.
If you’re looking for restaurants in London that offer a great experience for both adults and kids, there are plenty of family-friendly restaurants. Here is our guide to family-friendly London restaurants that kids (and adults) love.
Inamo
You can expand your child’s taste buds with a trip to Inamo, which offers a unique experience to try sushi while having a lot of fun. Situated in Soho and in Covent Garden, the restaurants offer a kids’ menu and an unlimited tapas and sushi menu. Meanwhile, adults can enjoy all the asian delights on offer.
As well as delicious food offerings, there is a lot of fun to be had for kids. The restaurants have touch-screen tables that not only can be used to order, but also offer a wealth of games to enjoy. They have air hockey, pool and even nostalgic games like Space Invaders that adults will love too.
Brewdog
The well-known Brewdog brand has a restaurant in Waterloo that offers a charming visit for both adults and children. A great place for families, it offers much more than a dining experience for families. The child-friendly pub offers bowling lanes that you can play on while you’re eating. There is also a slide in the restaurant that the kids will play on while they are waiting for the food.
As well as a menu with food choices galore for kids, there is also an ice cream van which offers sundaes and cones. The restaurant also offers deals throughout the year, including kids eat free. For adults, there is a great menu with lots of beer options and sports to enjoy.
Flat Iron
A surprising family-friendly choice, Flat Iron is great for those looking for delicious dining with great choices for the kids. They have branches in central London, with Southbank offering a great kids’ menu and free ice cream for kids after they have eaten their dinner.
They also offer homemade drinks that the kids will enjoy trying, particularly the teens in your family. They offer divine steaks which will keep the adults happy, and there is even colouring for them to enjoy while they are waiting to tuck into their dishes.
Hard Rock Cafe
A hit with all the family, there is nothing quite like the dining experience at the Hard Rock cafe. With a rock’n’roll theme, there is a great atmosphere that the whole family will enjoy when they visit the Hard Rock Cafe. There are two branches in London, with one in Picadilly Circus and the other in Old Park Lane.
The restaurant offers American classics like burgers and mac’n’cheese that the kids will enjoy, as well as fun milkshakes. The adults in the family will also enjoy the dinner on offer, as well as marvelling at the classic outfits on display of famous rock stars.
Giraffe World Kitchen
Giraffe is popular with families for its kid-friendly facilities and a menu that offers something every kid will enjoy. It’s good value and has a main, dessert and drink included. Not only this, but they also offer delicious dinners with themes from around the world that adults will enjoy too.
Situated in Southbank and Victoria, Giraffe is close to the top attractions, such as the London Eye. Therefore, you can have some lunch or dinner after enjoying some of the main landmarks on offer.
If you’re going to see a show in the capital, it’s worth looking at theatre and meal deals when you go to book your tickets. They often do deals for families with London restaurants, so that they can have dinner or lunch while also going to a show. The Kids Eat Free offer is also on most of the holidays at certain restaurants, so it’s worth checking this out before you go travel to London.
