Getting out of the house with the kids is a challenge in itself, but finding somewhere to have a nice family dinner - and maybe a pint - is even harder.
There are plenty of places across Liverpool and Wirral that are child-friendly, and many of them even have Best parks in Liverpool and beyond with great play areas for the kids .
If you’re looking for somewhere to spend the afternoon with the family and have a few drinks, here’s some of the best family-friendly establishments in Merseyside :
The Pump House
Right on the Royal Albert Dock, the Pump House is the perfect location if you’ve been exploring the docks.
There’s a huge menu - and plenty of choice behind the bar - and just outside there’s a carousel that’s perfect for the kids.
Albert Dock, Hartley Quay, Liverpool L3 4AN
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The Edge at Joey Orr’s
A Rice Lane favourite, The Edge at Joey Orr’s is perfect for families.
Parents can enjoy a drink, watch the match and know the kids will have had a hearty, homemade meal.
499 Rice Ln, Liverpool L9 8AP
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The Refreshment Rooms
One of Wirral’s much loved restaurants, The Refreshment Rooms offers parents stunning views across the Mersey and some incredible dishes too.
For the kids, there’s even a play area outside - and waffles on the dessert menu.
2 Bedford Rd E, Birkenhead CH42 1LS
Vikings Landing
A family friendly pub that serves that serves up pub favourites, traditional carveries and dishes with modern twists, Vikings Landing is a go-to in North Liverpool .
While the rest of the family relax with a drink or two, the kids can enjoy the indoor toddler area or the outdoor play area.
1 Sugarbrook Dr, Liverpool L11 2BD
The Lodge
If you’re out and about around Lark Lane , The Lodge is the perfect place to stop by with the kids.
There’s a beer garden with plenty of space for them to let off some steam - and plenty of choice behind the bar for parents.
33 Lark Ln, Liverpool L17 8UW
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Lymewood Farm
Lymewood offers a range of options for parents - including a family dining section that is bright, colourful and filled with toys.
Parents can sit back and have a chat while the little ones keep themselves entertained.
2 Galway Cres, Haydock, Saint Helens WA11 0GR
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CookHouse
Serving up everything from breakfast to traditional pub grub, CookHouse is great for the whole family.
Parents can enjoy a drink or two in the beer garden while the kids go wild on the outdoor play area.
259 Macket's Ln, Liverpool L25 9NQ
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Pollards Inn
A firm Wirral favourite, Pollards Inn is a family run pub and restaurant.
Families can pick from a huge menu and let the kids run about outside before they settle down for dinner.
Village Square, Willaston, Neston CH64 2TU
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Harvest Mouse
Heswall ’s Harvest Mouse is family friendly - serving up all the favourites such as pizzas, burgers and plenty of desserts.
There’s live sports on for parents and a play area outside that’s perfect for keeping the little ones entertained.
164 Pensby Rd, Heswall, Wirral CH60 7RQ
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