Italian · Clerkenwell
Apulia is a warm, rustic Italian tucked just a short walk from Farringdon station and the Barbican, where the food — particularly the orecchiette with ragù — is the real reason to visit. The atmosphere is cosy rather than cavernous, which gives it a genuinely welcoming feel for families; highchairs and baby-changing facilities are on hand, the entrance is buggy-accessible, and there's outdoor space for when the little ones need a breather. There's no dedicated children's menu, though the kitchen does cater for vegan diners, and the honest, unfussy Italian cooking tends to go down well with all ages.
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