Italian · Battersea
Al Gusto on Northcote Road is a cosy, welcoming Italian that feels just as warm inside as it looks from the pavement — think fresh, carefully made pasta and a genuinely relaxed atmosphere that suits a family lunch or early dinner rather well. The al fresco seating out front is a nice bonus on a decent day, and the restaurant is easy to navigate with a buggy. Highchairs are generally available, there's a children's menu, and vegan options are on offer too, though there's no baby-changing facility on site.
The secret to a calmer meal out? Something to do that isn't a phone. Each pack is full of screen-free bits and bobs to keep little hands busy at the table and buy you a proper sit-down. Three printable packs, one for each age (toddler, preschool, primary) — free, straight to your inbox.
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