Restaurant · Deptford
The Pear Tree is a buzzy, modern café-restaurant tucked inside a new apartment development in Deptford, with a brunch-forward menu that leans Australian in inspiration — though reviewers note the Antipodean influence can be subtle on the plate. It's stroller-friendly and has highchairs and a kids' menu on hand, making it a reasonable shout for families with little ones, and there are vegan options available too. Baby-changing facilities aren't available here, so worth bearing that in mind if you're out with a very young one.
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