Italian · Whitechapel
Emilia's Crafted Pasta sits right on the waterfront at St Katharine Docks, and the atmosphere alone makes it worth a visit — think cosy, intimate Italian with beautifully presented fresh pasta that reviewers genuinely rave about returning to the very next day. It's a compact spot with a limited menu, so not ideal if you need lots of choice for fussy eaters, but highchairs are on hand, the venue is easy to navigate with a buggy, and there's outdoor seating for when the weather plays along. Vegan pasta options are available, making it a little easier to keep everyone at the table happy.
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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