Eating out with the Kids
We are spoilt with the variety of cafes and restaurants in Cambridge. There is something for every taste. Many are independent cafes and restaurants serving local produce. You can get tasty burgers, milkshakes or pancakes, or eat Italian by the river just off Jesus Green overlooking the river. There are sushi and burrito places all within the main shopping centre, Jack's Gelato for nice ice-creams, or sit by the big Waterwheel at MillWorks. Plenty of delicious cafes with cakes such as Tom's Cakes and of course the famous Fitzbillies on Trumpington Street for Chelsea Buns. With covid restrictions many do need booking ahead and there are lots of places where you can eat outside. Below is a selection of places my kids and others rate the best.
Brunch
Bill’s Restaurant
This is my teenage son’s favourite place for brunch. The buttermilk pancakes are delicious. It has a cosy feel and is a great place to
Cafe Blue Sage
Lovely cafe worth walking down Mill Road for. It has lovely cakes, brunches and cappuccino. It is cosy, unpretentious and homely.
Lunch
Cafe Foy
Set by the river, this is a lovely little cafe. It has great toasties and a nice simple brunch menu too. It is good for
Marks and Spencer Cafe
I found this cafe quite handy with kids when in town. It has a nice kids package where they can choose a sandwich or pizza,
Doppleganger Burger
Vegan food that is nice enough for non-vegans too. The burger’s a really tasty and they take care to make the food as tasty as
Aromi
One of my favourite cafes and a hit with my boys. It is very convenient with two cafes in town where you can stop for
Dinner
Six
Great place for a special birthday meal for teenagers. This has fabulous food in a great setting, overlooking Cambridge. It even has a roof terrace,
Taj Tandoori
One of the best Indian restaurants in Cambridge. It is a bit out of the centre in Cherry Hinton. It has built a really good
Varsity Restaurant
TEMPORARILY CLOSED This is a good quality restaurant with a more formal feel, however it has a reasonably priced kids menu and are welcoming of
MillWorks Restaurant Cambridge
The Millworks Restaurant Cambridge is in a lovely setting, next to the River with a huge water wheel inside the restaurant which is great for
Al Pomodoro
They have pizzas named after the staff, Tony, Gabriella, Buby, Teta and others which is a nice personal touch. It is a family business with
Tradizioni
Nice Italian restaurant with plenty of options for the kids if they like pasta or pizza. It is informal and simple in style with good,
Tawa Kitchen
Restaurant with fresh Indian cuisine. It is a step away from the normal ‘curry and rice’ with plant based recipes that are authentic and nutritious.
Cakes, Scones and Ice Cream
Norfolk Street Bakery
Lovely different kinds of bread, chocolate brownies and various cakes. It has built a reputation over the years to be a well loved bakery. Well
The Orchard Tea Gardens
This historic place sells lovely scones and tea, and on a summer’s day you can sit on one of the deckchairs in the orchard. Great
Jack’s Gelato
This deserves a special mention as one of the best ice cream places in Cambridge. The flavours change however here are some from July 2021…
Tom’s Cakes
Handmade cakes with local ingredients, with many traditional recipes such as Lavender Cake, Cinnamon, Bramley Apple and homemade biscuits. It’s located near the city end
Fitzbillies
This is top of the tourist trail for cakes, as it has been established for over 100 years. It’s famous Chelsea Buns are pretty delicious,
