They’ve recently introduced a new menu, including a section ‘Just for Kids’, and it’s so much more than a couple of scoops of ice cream. Hard to pick one favourite, both the Fairy Bread Brownie and the Mini Me Churros were stand outs for us. These desserts are colourful, playful and clearly designed with kids in mind, the kind of thing that feels special without being too over the top. It’s a great option for kids who love choosing something fun from the menu and for parents who appreciate a place that actually thinks about younger diners. It also doesn’t have to be a long dining experience, perfect in our opinion.

For the parents? Expect a sophisticated drinks menu (hello Biscoff Latte) and indulgent European desserts and gelato. Our favourite? The hot Classic Brookies, served to your table in a skillet. There’s also Croffles, Crepes, Churros, and light brunch options. The venues are licenced too.

You’ll find St. Louis stores right across 91¹û¶³´«Ã½ in eleven locations, so regardless of where you are, it’s going to be convenient. Find them in North 91¹û¶³´«Ã½, Glenelg, Hyde Park, Norwood, Gouger Street, Semaphore, Prospect, Elizabeth, Munno Para, Mawson Lakes and Tea Tree Plaza and also Brighton, a smaller gelato only stop. Each one has its own feel, but they all deliver the same friendly service and relaxed vibe that makes families feel welcome from the moment they walk in.

The beauty of St. Louis is that it doesn’t need to be a big occasion. It’s just as perfect for a quick cone, cup or take away coffee as it is for sitting down and taking time out. Whether you’re popping in for scoops, cones, coffee or making it a proper treat at the table with the kids, St Louis is one of those dependable 91¹û¶³´«Ã½ favourites that never disappoints. South Australian owned for the win too.

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With that in mind coffee lovers, we have scoured our epic playground archive and found the spots with the best coffee nearby. So scroll down and choose your fave for your next playground visit. If we have missed your fave, let us know!

Here are what we think are theTop Playgrounds Near Coffee in 91¹û¶³´«Ã½.

• Apex Park and Joan’s Pantry Hawthorndene
• Largs Foreshore and Kiosk
• Bonython Park and Cafe Bonython
• Semaphore South and Shelly’s Kiosk
• Steamroller Park and Hokey Pokey
• Keith Stephenson Park and Sazon Mt Barker

If none of those are close enough or not what you’re after, here’s even more.

Wigley Reserve / Little Eatery Glenelg

WEST

A ripping playground that is a must visit for a trip to the Bay, this spectacular looking playground overlooks the marina, with plenty of space to run and climb around on some epic equipment. Little Eatery is our go-to for any coffee trip down the bay, located a stones throw from the playground it just goes together perfectly we reckon!

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Keith Stephenson Park and Sazon Espresso Mt Barker

Hills

Rebuilt in 2024, the fully fenced Keith Stephenson Park is the central playground for Mt Barker and within walking distance along the linear trail of Main Street, the home of Sazon Espresso. Fabulous coffee and a lovely historic building, check this one out next time you are up in the hills.

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Largs Bay Ice Cream Playground/Kiosk

WEST

One of the best summer playgrounds around, the fabulous ice cream themed playground is a real hit thanks to its stunning design, but right smack bang next door is the Largs Bay Kiosk. Perfect for an ice cream or coffee to accompany the playground visit, with shaded seating and a fantastic view, what more could you want!

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Bonython Park / Cafe Bonython

CITY

Is this the best coffee/playground combo in 91¹û¶³´«Ã½? It would have to be close. The beautiful and uber popular Bonython Park playground has been a staple for years, with recent upgrades making this one of the best play spaces around. Sounds pretty good on its own right? But with the newly opened Cafe Bonython right smack bang in the middle, this just makes it one of those destination playgrounds you travel far and wide for. Fabulous coffee, meals and service…one of hte best.

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Heywood Park – Acai Affair King William Road

INNER EAST

Don’t miss this new stop on King William Road prior to making your way to Heywood Park for some ninja course fun! The coffee is fabulous and the frozen yoghurt and acai to die for. If your visit is over summer, be sure to drive the kids down ‘Cubby Street’ (its actually called Victoria Avenue – to day dream about the mansions and delight in the tunnel like tree foliage that fuly umbrella’s the road!

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Steamroller Playground / Hokey Pokey

HILLS

A trip to Stirling is not complete without a visit to the famous Steamroller Playground, with the nearby Hokey Pokey the perfect spot for that caffeine hit. Yes it is an ice cream and chocolate shop, but the coffee is divine! The playground is fully fenced, perfect for the little crew, and its an ideal space to take in the hills serenity while the kids play. Beautiful in Autumn with the changing colours we must say!

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James Coke Park / So close to the Parade

EAST

Talk about being spoilt for coffee options! James Coke Playground is about 9 metres from the Parade and an almost unlimited supply of options to get your coffee fix. Plenty of parking, shade and fencing, this is an ideal rest stop for your under 8s to run around while you take 5. Probably wouldn’t hurt to hit the shops after as well…because why not!

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Old Noarlunga Market Square / Long Shot

SOUTH

We are spoilt for choice in the deep south, with gorgeous towns hosting picturesque playgrounds and nearby coffee options. Market Square playground at Old Noarlunga is a local fave, always packed with families hosting parties on the spacious lush lawns overlooking the Onkaparinga river. We love Long Shot Coffee, across the road from the playground, to compliment your day out here. Don’t forget to pack all the balls and enjoy chasing the kids on the lawns. It is a real beauty!

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Twelftree Reserve / Fix Coffee

NORTH

A beautiful playground for the little crew, nestled amongst gorgeous grounds at College Park and on the banks of the Torrens river, we love combining our visits here with a trip to Fix (Specialty Coffee) across the road. Don’t forget to pack the basketball to use the small court and pop down for a walk along the Torrens after. A really lovely place to visit with the little tackers.

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Dunstan Adventure Playground / Coffee Institute

EAST

Famous for its ‘huge slide from yester-year’, we only recently went back for a return visit at this eastern suburbs favourite, and it is still a fabulous spot. A short walk will find you at the Coffee Institute, which is definitely worth a go as you sit and watch the kids hurl themselves down the old bum-burner metal slide from your childhood.

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Apex Park / Joan’s Pantry

HILLS

Just behind Blackwood, over the train line and around the bend is the famous combo of Joan’s Pantry and Apex Park Playground. A Hawthorndene favourite for years, the playground is a fully fenced beauty, with lots of equipment, a bike track, tennis courts and BMX jumps nearby. Joan’s Pantry is famous in these parts and you won’t find too many times where it isn’t busy with the hustle and bustle of locals and travellers stopping by. Definitely one of the top coffee/playground combos!

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Glenside Playground / Commissary

EAST

This brand spanking new playground, tucked in the Cedarwoods development at Glenside, is hard to miss isn’t it! With striking bright colours and a giant climbing tower with tube slide, this is an older kids paradise. Our fave coffee spot here is the delightful Commissary, in the old Queen Victoria Hospital building just up the road. A famlily favourite place to eat, we highly recommend this combo!

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Commissary is a fabulous coffee and lunch option…find out more here

Heron Playground / Boat Shed

SOUTH

Hows the serenity of this sensational playground, which overlooks some of the best coastline in the state. Located at the start of the Hallett Cove Boardwalk and next to the very popular Boatshed Cafe, this is one of our fave summer playgrounds. Don’t forget to leave time for a walk along the rocks for a spot of crabbing too!

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Bindarra Reserve / Brighton Jetty Bakery

SOUTH

A fabulous beachside playground located in one of the best coffee strips around. Find this playgound at the Esplanade at Brighton a stones throw from the uber popular .

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Burnside Adventure Playground / Rustic Fig Cafe

EAST

This place is simply sensational. So much to see and explore, with one of the best double flying foxes around, the playground is a ripper. The perfect place to let the kids run around (there is a nearby creek so keep an eye on the smaller crowd) while you sit down to a cuppa….we love the Rustic Fig, located a street over, for your coffee option.

If you haven’t heard of this playground before, it is well worth checking out and planning a day trip.

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Willunga Rose Garden / Tealiscious Cakes

SOUTH

Willunga is one of the most beautiful towns in our deep south, famous for its huge hill that causes all sorts of grief to the Tour Down Under crowd, as well as being home to a range of fab coffee spots. The Willunga Rose Garden nature playground opened a couple of years ago and is a beautiful play space that fits right in with the Willunga vibe. Our coffee pick is Tealiscious Cakes, right across the road from the playground (and you have our permission to pick up one or 9 of their cakes too!), which is the perfect coffee partner at this one.

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Civic Park Playground / Pickled Duck

NORTH

This is easily one of the best playgrounds around and a coffee at Pickled Duck is just what you need. Ideal for all ages, with so much for all the kids to do (and parents too if you want to get amongst it), you will find Pickled Duck across the road and we just love the coffee here. Make sure you hit them up when you visit this epic playground up at Modbury.

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Bridgewater Playground / The Grocer

HILLS

If you haven’t been to this stunning playground, lock in a date. It is sensational. With The Grocer coffee shop nearby, this space is just perfect for a playdate. Right next to the Bridgewater Inn, when the river is raging in winter and the kids can hop across on the stone bridge, is there aything more serene? We think not.

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St Clair / Rec Centre Kiosk

WEST

Wow. Thats a phrase your kids will be shouting as you finish a visit to this newly developed precinct out the western suburbs. The rec centre cafe right next to the playground is a really good option here, not to mention the toilets and other facilities inside. The playgroud is epic, but this really is a hub of sporting and other activities that is well worth a look for not only an epic playground, but kids sport too.

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Semaphore Foreshore / Steam Train Kiosk

WEST

Semaphore foreshore is one of the premiere beach destinations in 91¹û¶³´«Ã½, and the playground is just as good! There is so much to see, do and explore around this playground with the family, but for a coffee hit we always hit up the kiosk right next door (also for ice creams…because it would be rude not too). If you aren’t a local this is well worth a day trip to explore with the kids.

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We do love a hospo venue with a playground that caters for families, but we will be the first to admit sometimes the sounds (screeching?) of a bunch of kids screaming in a confined room can be a tad overwhelming. It can be a lot, and it can genuinely impact the dining experience. Payneham Tavern’s design has put tremendous thought into ensuring everyone has an enjoyable experience, with a large alfresco dining area for families, complete with a fully fenced large playground. Fully weather proof, but designed to allow plenty of airflow and noise to escape, they have constructed a gorgeous family space that is comfortable, relaxing and allows parents to comfortably see their kids playing from a number of nearby tables. We took 2 under 5s to road test this one and for fear of sounding like a horrible parent, they were hardly sighted! The playground was such a hit, that for the first time in living memory the adults actually had a conversation.

Catering for not just families with a sports bar, large and spacious bistro as well as a beer garden, look out for event nights including regular Quiz nights (hosted by the talented 91¹û¶³´«Ã½ crew at ‘Funny Quiz’) and DJ events. For the meals, which is all important for our picky eaters, the totally renovated kitchen offers a bit more than the usual pub fare (don’t worry, the nugget fiends will still get there nuggs) which is nice to have a few extra options outside a parmy and chips. With kids meals coming in at $15 bucks also including a soft drink and ice cream, we found the options catered for our fussy crew nicely. They have clearly marked vegan, low dairy and low gluten options for the kids menu too, which we appreciated and made our job that much easier.

Every Sunday from 12-3pm is also family day, with a variety of activities to keep the kids entertained including;

• Face Painting:ÌýTransform your child’s face into a superhero, princess, animal, or anything they can imagine!
• Character Dress-Ups:ÌýMeet all your kids fave characters, from princesses and superheroes to friendly farm animals.
• Animal Encounters:ÌýGet up close and personal with fascinating creatures like reptiles, birds, and small mammals.
• Balloon Artists:ÌýWatch the balloon artists create all sorts of shapes and animals right before your eyes.

They have brought on a brand new team for the opening, who had three days of training to ensure the customer experience here is spot on. Overall, Payneham Tavern has delivered a high quality venue that has gone that extra yard to cater for families.

Location:Ìý319 Payneham Road, Payneham. 91¹û¶³´«Ã½, South Australia
Opening Times:ÌýEveryday 9am til 3am
Phone:Ìý08 8471 3092
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Zeea’s Eatery, exclusive to the Tony & Marks retail experience, is basically the superhero of 91¹û¶³´«Ã½ dining spots for families. Picture this: you walk in with your squad of mini-humans, and instead of getting the side-eye from fellow diners, you’re greeted with sympathetic nods, quick, quality caffeine offerings and knowing smiles. Talk about seeking refuge in the comforting embrace of good fresh food and understanding company, with a side serve of epic kids offerings from breakfast to treats/snacks and of course lunch menu options.

Let’s talk about the menu – it’s like they’ve cracked the code to kid-friendly cuisine. They’ve got all the classics, from bacon and eggs to pancakes and toasties, guaranteed to make even the fussiest little critics nod in approval. We love the sensible sized milkshakes, babyccinos for little hands and kids pancakes. The kids portion sizes are perfect and keep the price really reasonable.

Team their locations (aside from Cavan) with the convenience of shopping fresh and fine produce and this place comes up a winner time and time again. You know the drill….. it’s Saturday morning, you’ve done the sports game, kids are starving and you need to tackle the grocery shop next? Zeea’s hits that scenario out of the park.

But the real MVP move? That designated play area at the Brickworks location. It’s like they knew we needed a break from refereeing sibling squabbles and negotiating with miniature dictators over broccoli consumption. So while we kick back and actually enjoy a hot meal for once, our little rascals can let loose in a space that’s basically kiddo heaven. So, cheers to Zeea’s Eatery – where tired parents find solace, kids find fun, and everyone leaves with full bellies and happy hearts.

Zeea’s Eatery – Tony & Marks
Four locations: Torrensville / Brickworks | Glenunga | Golden Grove | Cavan

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Cue a caffeine fix, because everything is just a bit (or a tonne) better with a great cup of coffee. The kids in tow will love so much, that meeting up with friends for a chinwag, will be a piece of cake. Sit back and relax – it’s the perfect pick-me-up!

Finding a cafe that does more than just tolerate mini customers but actively embraces them too, is such a breath of fresh air. This cosy cafe, while nicely decorated and extremely inviting, is located next to a long patch of green grass making the alfresco area the ideal spot for kids to play and run amok, albeit a little chilly in winter. The drawcard though, the one that makes kids want to return time and time again, is the variety of toys, blocks, books and outdoor games, including Quoits, Connect 4, and Checkers that the friendly staff set up outside. The outside area is at the end of a car park, adjacent to the Mary MacKillop College. During the day, it’s a very quiet space with minimal car movement. Closest to the car park, you’ll find tables and chairs set up, and then the 40-50 metres of large open space is opposite a dead-end road. Enough room for a game of “Chasey” or “What’s the Time Mr. Wolf.”

Along with great coffee from local roaster Altura Coffee, grumbling tummies are well catered for with a designated children’s menu offering some great snack options. Forget nuggets and chips or anything deep fried, this menu boasts childhood classics like fairy bread and toy soldiers with scrambled egg. Mums and dads will be pretty impressed with the seasonal menu also, from the all day breakfast options to Pork and Apple Sliders, there’s ample to choose from and every single dish sounds delicious. The Hot Roast Beef roll is a must – the basting and gravy is next level (trust me!). If you’re a sweet tooth, the selection of cakes, tarts and slices are mouth-wateringly appealing and you’ll be forgiven for letting temptation get the better of you. If you work close by, fancy something on the run or your toddler throws an epic tantrum before you even get a chance to sit down, take-away is available.

If you manage to get down there on a Saturday morning, you can enjoy live music from 11 am – 1 pm. Coffee just got a whole lot more entertaining and if I had to hazard a guess, I’d say the community atmosphere, connection and smiles are what adds to the vibe. Not only is this hidden gem kid-friendly, but we love that it’s also dog and bicycle-friendly too.

It’s hard not to fall in love with High Street Cafe!

Location: 4 High Street, Kensington SA 5068
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The coffee here is top-notch. Each cup is brewed to perfection using quality beans, leaving you with that rich and satisfying taste we all crave. Plus, their breakfast, brunch, and lunch options are to die for! With initiatives like “Pasta Fridays”, it’s the perfect way to end the week. On top of that, their ready-made meals to collect for dinner or work lunches are a godsend, making busy weekdays a breeze.

Parents, you’ll be thrilled to know that they’ve got your little ones covered too. The kids’ hot chocolates are made to perfection – just the right temperature to keep those tiny taste buds happy. And speaking of happy tummies, the fish and chips were a definite hit, but the real crowd pleaser was the kids French toast! It was devoured within minutes by our little ones, with no crumbs to spare.

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With a free parking lot at the back of the building and plenty of on-street parking, you won’t have to worry about finding a spot. It’s all about ease and comfort at White Picket Coffee House. An unexpected surprise worth mentioning too – the café is licensed! Yes, you heard that right. You can treat yourself to a selection of local and imported beer and wine while enjoying your meal.

The staff are an absolute delight, which in my opinion truly enhances the overall experience. Super friendly and professional, they make you feel right at home from the moment you step inside. Their warm hospitality is like catching up with old friends.

So, if you’re on the hunt for a coffee haven that serves up scrumptious meals, caters to kids’ in a quaint corner of the city, White Picket is where it’s at! With great quality coffee, kid-friendly treats, and a welcoming ambiance, it’s no wonder this café has captured our heart. Don’t miss out on all the goodness it has to offer!

Location: 10 Stuart Rd, Dulwich SA 5065
Opening Times:
Monday to Friday 6.15am – 3.00pm
Saturday 6.15am – 2.00pm
Sunday 7.15am – 2.00pm
Phone: 08 8331 9551
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Last week we popped out for cake and coffee to meet Sharon and her adorable fluffy friends, some permanent residents and some rescues waiting for forever homes.

You can visit this super family friendly venue with or with out the intention of adopting, and simply pay a small entry fee to meet / play with the cats. You will additionally enjoy all of the quirky theming, coffee, snacks and light meals. Our kids loved the cupcakes, the icing was to die for.

In addition to the fifteen or so cats in the enclosure at any one time, there are board games, colouring, books and warm friendly staff. For those interested in adoption, the cost is around$180 and we are told that over 200 cats have now been adopted so far.

Kids are able to give the cats treats and assist the staff feeding the cats. There is plenty of opportunity to hand our a few pats and some much enjoyed attention too. We have to say, these are some very well cared for, happy animals, looked after by the most dedicated and doting staff.

Sassy’s Cat Cafe love hosting whimsical cat events and if you follow along with them on social media. you can keep up to date with every thing from cat yoga to cat meditation. What a unique place indeed, there’s always something happening here to make you smile. Don’t be surprised if you leave with a heart full of love and a new feline companion in tow, as the adoption center is the perfect place to find a forever friend!

So, whether you’re a cat enthusiast, a coffee lover, or simply seeking a purr-fectly delightful experience, Sassy’s Cat Cafe and Adoption Centre is well worth a visit. We promise you’ll leave with a newfound appreciation for the charm that these feline friends bring.

Bookings are recommended.

Entry Fees

• Children 0-3 Years Free
• Children 4+ Years and Adults $10 for 30 minutes
• Children 4-10 Years $15 for 1 hour
• Concession Card Holders $15 for 1 hour
• Children 11+ Years and Adults $20 for 1 hour

Funds go directly to the fur babies in order to provide food, pay for vet bills and other essentials to keep them happy and healthy.
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Offering a number of well decorated seating areas surrounding the bar, plus a separate restaurant and enormous beer garden with fireplace and retractable roof, whatever space takes your fancy you really can’t go wrong. For us with under 5s, we chose the beer garden which allows the option of a number of booths (great to try and lock in those runaway toddlers) or seating around the 360 degree fire place (not the temperature we must clarify!). Watch the wood oven pizzas get made in the oven and check out the footy on the massive outdoor TV, on a nice day with the natural light beaming in, this really is a sensational spot for a feed.

The kids menu offers enough options to satisfy all the fussy toddlers out there, and you will find all the usual favourites here (hello nuggets and chips!). Well priced with a $16 kids meal deal serving up a meal, drink and dessert option for the under 12s. They offer the fantastic ‘Kid Eat Free’ deal with any adult meal purchase every Monday, which is music to our ears with the cost of living at the moment. They will be also launching a bottomless brunch option which will include bottomless milkshake and juice options for the kids! Brunch dining has also been added to the menu, with kids waffles to be a sure fire hit we expect.

You won’t find any playgrounds or arcade areas here, but what you will find is a high quality pub that welcomes families with open arms and allows a comfortable space for kids and parent alike to enjoy a high quality meal, and maybe even catch a game of footy on the big screen too. And if you’re looking for a pre or post meal play you’ll find some of our favourite Eastern suburbs playgrounds here

Location: 66 Magill Road, Norwood SA 5067
Opening Times:
Daily for lunch and dinner. Check hours
Phone: 08 8362 1234
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During our visit with the fam, we sat in the lovely family seating room adjacent to the kids cinema. Thats right it has its own cinema, complete with raised bench seating and projector, it was actually hard to get the kids back to the table to eat their food. Speaking of the food, the kids menu has everything you want here at a good price ($10 bucks which includes a small ice cream for dessert), but it would be remiss of us to not mention that the kids hotdog is about half a metre long. Credit to Mr 7 who gave it all he could, but it is good to know that your kids won’t leave here hungry.

For the parents (or in our case, the teens who can ‘no longer eat from the kids menu because they want to be adults….without the paying their way bit’) there is the usual pub fare which they do well, with plenty of variety to keep you coming back to try something new.

It is overall, just a beautiful and relaxing spot. Have a crack in the gaming room if it takes your fancy, but we will definitely be back in the warmer months to have a dinner in the outdoor areas (I mean the kids can sit in the cinema can’t they!) The milkshakes we grabbed weren’t on the menu in case your crew love a milkshake as much as ours, you can just ask and they will sort you out. A well priced, relaxing, spacious and beautifully renovated spot that caters really well for families. Definitely worth checking out!

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So we know this is outstanding food for adults and perhaps the best fried chicken in town (find us better….honestly we can’t wait to go back), but how did the kids like it? The restaurant is boutique size, just off The Parade at Norwood and they have done a great job in designing a bright and enticing space ideal for families of all ages. With comfortable seating at different levels to cater for young ones right up to teens, it was impossible to not feel happy while waiting for our food.

The menu is simple, because frankly, if you do one thing spectacularly then focus on that. There are a number of flavours of their famous fried chicken to choose from (we got the boneless) and we will admit that the kids went the basic option, until they tried Dad’s Mayo Chicken, then next minute we had them begging Julie to add mayo to theirs. Of course she obliged with a smile! The service and warm welcome really did make the experience like stepping into a home for a family meal. It is well priced too and our party of 3 were fully fed with drinks for well under $50 bucks.

With any kids meal outing, they are always brutally honest if they didn’t like something, so for Mr 6 and often-picky Miss 13 I was very pleased when they spoke so enthusiastically about dinner. Mr 6 actually said it was ‘a really good dinner’, which is high praise from a 6 year old. Translates to 10 out of 10 in my book. Simple, awesome tasting food in a friendly and warm environment, what more can you ask for!

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