Explore Cardiff’s celebrated food scene with your family. You’ll find a strong sense of individuality with an emphasis on homegrown produce. Mooch around historic Cardiff Market to pick up fresh produce. Also visit one of the city’s food festivals such as the Welsh Vegan Festival (September) or the award winning Street Food Circus (April- May). Don’t leave without trying some local delicacies such as Welsh rarebit, which is essentially posh cheese on toast-always a winner with kids!
1. Bill’s Cardiff Bay
This popular chain is certainly a great option for family dining in Cardiff Bay. Founded by Greengrocer Bill Collison, you can expect fresh, seasonal dishes for breakfast, lunch, teatime and dinner. Breakfast is particularly good (try the blueberry buttermilk pancakes), and is served until 1pm on weekends.
Address: Pilotage Building, 5bw, Stuart St, Cardiff CF10 5BW
Phone: 029 2049 9957
2. Brød – The Danish Bakery
Bringing a little taste of Copenhagen to Cardiff, Brød is the perfect pitstop for a rainy day. If the warming smell of cinnamon and stylish Scandi interiors aren’t enough to draw you in, then the mouth watering window displays are sure to win you over.
Brød’s pastries, cakes and breads are all baked freshly each day using traditional methods, with a generous dose of hygge. The Danish concept which encourages family time, togetherness, mindfulness and love. One of the best child friendly restaurants in Cardiff.
Address: 126 Wyndham Cres, Cardiff CF11 9EG
Phone: 029 2025 1822
3. The Grazing Shed
Voted No. 1 Burger Joint in Wales (UK’s Best Burger Awards 2016) , The Grazing Shed is the perfect place to satisfy hungry tummies. Their decadent burgers use the finest quality, locally sourced ingredients, and their buns are baked with zero additives or preservatives. As well as mouth watering offerings like the Bunga Bunga topped with blue cheese, smoked bacon and Cajun mayo, there are a great choice of vegetarian and vegan burgers too. And the service is super quick, so it’s great for hungry kids.
Address: 37 Mary Street, CF10 1AD or 1 Barrack Lane, CF10 2FR.
Phone: 07599 882363
4. Juno Lounge
There are three eclectic ‘Lounges’ in Cardiff – a chain of laid back restaurants which started in Bristol and has gone from strength to strength. Parents with babies and toddlers gather here during in the day, knowing the welcoming staff and spacious interiors can easily accommodate their sprawling party. The global menu has everything from light breakfasts to tapas, burgers, salads and sandwiches. There’e a kids menu too, plus colouring and toys to keep them happy. This particular spot even has a small roof terrace for those sunny days.
Address: 14 Wellfield Rd, Cardiff CF24 3PB
Phone: 029 2019 8990
5. Waterloo Tea
In a sea of coffee shops, tea lovers can rejoice as we’ve found a cafe dedicated to the perfect brew, located in one of Cardiff’s oldest Edwardian Arcades. A sanctuary of calm in the bustling city, this is a great choice if you have a young baby who needs feeding somewhere quiet and relaxed. The spacious interior includes an in-store bakery which churns out mouth watering pastries and cakes. Food is served daily from 8.30am to 5pm, so you can grab a bite to eat at any time of day.
Address: 21-25 Wyndham Arcade, Cardiff CF10 1FH
Phone: 029 2037 6249
6. Wahaca
Families all over the UK love Wahaca for its authentic Mexican street food and fun, dynamic atmosphere. The tapas-style dishes are full of punchy flavours, and perfect for sharing. However there is also a kids menu which has all the flavour but no spice, perfect if you have young kids.
Address: Bridge Street, 51-53 The Hayes, Cardiff. CF10 1GA
Phone: 029 2167 0414
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