The Dovecote
A laid-back, mid-priced Leicester pub with outdoor seating and a solid 4.3 rating — an easy spot for a casual family bite.

Cafés · Leicester
This Leicester café is a relaxed spot for a family bite, with outdoor seating that's handy when little ones need a bit of room to wriggle. There are vegan options on the menu too, so most appetites are covered, and at ££ it won't stretch the budget. With a 4.7 rating from parents and other visitors, it's a friendly choice for a coffee and a sit-down.

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.
A laid-back, mid-priced Leicester pub with outdoor seating and a solid 4.3 rating — an easy spot for a casual family bite.
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