Modern British · St Pauls
Tucked into Paternoster Square with striking views of St Paul's Cathedral, The Happenstance serves up modern European cuisine in a stylish yet relaxed setting — the kind of place where grown-ups genuinely enjoy the food while the kids are made to feel welcome too. Highchairs are available and the venue is easy to navigate with a buggy, and there's outdoor space to make use of when the weather plays ball. There's no dedicated children's menu as far as we can tell, though the menu offers both larger plates and smaller portions, which gives you a bit of flexibility, and vegan options are confirmed if you need them.
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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