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Pub in London with outdoor seating — 4.3★ (851 Google reviews).
Restaurant · St Pauls
Mosaic, tucked along Upper Thames Street near the river, is a polished spot that does afternoon tea and all-day dining rather well — the finger sandwiches and pastries have had visitors raving, and the set dinner menu offers genuinely good value with soft drinks included, which parents will appreciate. It's a buggy-friendly venue with highchairs and baby-changing facilities, and there's a kids' menu to keep little ones happy, plus vegan options for anyone in the family eating plant-based. There's no outdoor space, but the relaxed, attentive service makes it a comfortable choice for a family meal out in the City.

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Pub in London with outdoor seating — 4.3★ (851 Google reviews).
A family-friendly City restaurant near St Paul's, with highchairs, a kids' menu and buggy access.
Riverside café with highchairs, buggy access and outdoor tables — great for a calm family coffee stop.