If you are heading to Covent Garden and in need of some delicious food, here is a selection of family friendly eateries. Prices range from ‘fancy’ to ‘free’, also look out for a mention of the ‘I Love Covent Garden’ and ‘Northbank Privilege’ cards where you can get additional discounts / freebies. Info on how to get your hands on either of these cards is at the bottom of this post. Note: Prices and offers correct at time of publishing.
NOTTO
Now firmly in my top 5 restaurants to eat in CG with (or without) kids, NOTTO is the ultimate pasta party in your mouth!
Kids pasta (rigatoni or gnochetti shape pasta with butter and Parmesan) is £12, but if your little one is a mini foodie and wants more flavour, then I recommend ordering them any pasta dish. They are adult sharing sizes, so perfect for a little tummy… or just share a few dishes as we do.
Seven Dials Market
Not sure what you fancy? Seven Dials Market is a one stop shop for all your food needs. The best part? Each vendor offers something for kids!
Ranging from £4 – £8 you can choose from fried chicken bao bun, hummus & falafel, kids nachos, cheese toastie, chocolate dosa and more…
They also do a cartoon club every Sunday from 11am at the market bookshop downstairs.
Hawksmoor Seven Dials
A firm favourite in our household, Hawksmoor is our go to place for steak!
They offer a fantastic Sunday Roast option for your little foodies which is £12.50. If you don’t fancy a roast, the kids can enjoy delights such as burgers and mac ‘n’ cheese. The burgers are big person size, so do as we do and take the leftovers home!
Notes
Popping out for a hot drink? Notes offer yummy babycinos – warm or on ice! Just 50p.
I’d also recommend this place for brunch as the food is delicious. They do not have a children’s menu but are happy to put something together for children such as non salted scrambled eggs on toast.
The Morton Scott Pubs
Three wonderful pubs dotted around Covent Garden are offering a kids menu deal. All the children’s meals are priced between £4 – £6 and for an extra £1 they can also get a ice-cream with all the delicious toppings!
Check out the kids menu HERE
Choose a Covent Garden pub…
Boulevard Brasserie
In the mood for some French cuisine? Boulevard Brasserie offer a children’s menu. The portions are big so, like us, you might end up taking some home! Also, they tend to serve the burgers plain, so if your little one likes tomatoes and the rest, feel free to ask for them to be added.
The kids set menu is £7.50 for one course, plus Kids Eat Free Monday – Friday during school holidays!
Rossopomodoro
Food inspired from Naples! They have kids pizza or pasta for £7.95, or they offer smaller portions of the adult pasta for children, on certain dishes. My daughter had the beef ragu (slightly tweaked) and smothered in parmesan of course! It was £8.48 instead of £16.95.
We also shared some Olives, Bruschetta Caprese Heritage and Bufala Bocconcini from the main menu. All very fresh and delicious!
Prince of Wales
This large pub in Covent Garden welcomes families into the Prince of Wales to enjoy some good old pub grub.
Newly decorated, the pub now has a kids menu, at £4.50 a dish!
Maxwell’s
FREAKSHAKE! Apparently the best dessert she’s ever had! Head over to Maxwell’s American diner for a selection of juicy burgers and fun Freakshakes! The kids menu is £9.95 for a main, side and pudding. Drinks are a £1 supplement. Freakshakes are separate from this set menu.
The staff are super friendly and attentive. Defo a child friendly place to eat, plus there’s outdoor seating too.
Tuttons
With al fresco dining on the east piazza, Tuttons offer a kids menu of a main course and drink for £6.50. Plus, if you have the ‘I Love Covent Garden’ card, you get 25% off, Monday – Sunday (excluding December).
Le Bab
We refer to this restaurant as the ‘posh kebab gaff’. The fried chicken shish kebab is utterly delicious!
No kids menu here, however I suggest ordering a load of dishes from the mezze to share if your mini me has adventurous taste buds.
The Real Greek
Who needs to be in Greece with this glorious weather! Sample a taste of the med right here at The Real Greek. The kids can choose between a Kids Souvlaki Wrap or Kids Meze selection, served with their choice of soft drinks and dessert for £7.50.
Da Mario
As family Italian just a two minute stroll from Covent Garden tube station. They do not have a specific kids menu, but say: ‘We can almost always find something children like!’ However… they do not serve Pizza, so take your pasta and dessert lovers here!
Radio Rooftop
Dining with a view out to the Thames! We enjoyed breakfast at sunrise here. You can also dine for lunch and dinner. If you have the ‘Northbank Privilege’ card, you receive 25% off breakfast and lunch (food only) Monday -Thursday.
Cora Pearl
British comfort food is at the heart of this restaurant and is infamously known locally as serving up the best chips! They don’t have a specific kids menu, but if you wanted to go I recommend their Ham & Cheese Toastie (£14) with the legendary chips (£6.50) for your little foodies.
For toddlers they are very happy to knock up some cheesy, buttery pasta for FREE when dining with a full paying adult. Also, if you have the ‘I Love Covent Garden’ card, you’ll get a free cocktail on arrival (for the adults!).
Covent Garden hotel
Whether you are a staying guest or not, the Covent Garden Hotel welcomes you to try their menu based around fresh, seasonal produce. Some examples from the children’s menu are: Spaghetti Bolognese (£10), Grilled chicken breast, potatoes and broccoli (£12) and Ham and Cheese Toastie (£8).
Bills
Up to two kids can eat FREE ALL DAY at Bill’s if one adult orders any main dish (breakfast, lunch, and dinner). The children’s menu features family faves including their famous buttermilk pancakes, mac & cheese, and fish fingers & chips and more…
Offer live: Mon 25th March – Fri 12th April
Dishoom
Offering a wonderful selection of dishes, children are welcome to eat from the main menu, otherwise there is a menu with chote (little) Dishoom-wallas in mind. Smaller portions, very little spice, but just as nice.
My daughter had the Sweet Uttapam Stack which didn’t last long. The pancakes are like soft fluffy clouds inside. As well as breakfast, there is also a sensational lunch and dinner service. For years people have lined the pavement waiting to get through the doors to devour these tantalising flavours from Bombay.
Joe Allen
A great American dining experience for all the family. They even have a live pianist at certain times which really elevates the ambiance.
Kids menu is two courses and a juice for £15. If you have the ‘Northbank Privilege’ card, you receive 15% discount off the total lunch bill, Tuesday – Saturday.
Ole and Steen
The all day bakery where you can choose from an array of pastries, sandwiches and smoothies.
There is a variety of choices for children.
Visit the Strand branch with your ‘Northbank Privilege’ card and receive a 10% discount on food and drink daily from 7.30am – 9pm.
Masala Zone
Masala Zone offer sumptuous Indian food such as pioneering street food, thalis (the balanced family platters), freshly made vegetables, flavourful grills, regional curries and biryanis.
Children can dine from the kids menu from £6 for under 7’s.
Plus, if you have the ‘I Love Covent Garden’ card, you get a free drink when you order food of at least £20 per adult, and any subsequent drink will be 50% off. T&C’s apply.
Discount Cards
Not only can you save £££ on food and drink, these cards also work in retail, beauty, attractions and much more. If you are interested in either the ‘I Love Covent Garden’ or ‘Northbank Privilege’ cards, click on the images below to sign up if you qualify.
All details correct at time of posting. Booking advised at each venue where possible.