It can be a struggle to know where to take your kids on a day out, especially in half-term if you have things to do as well. We’ve made a list of some of the best child-friendly cafes in Brighton and Hove to go to with children, where you can enjoy a coffee and relax and they can be entertained.
Child-friendly cafes in and near Brighton: A Local’s Recommendation
| Caffe Bar Italia | Italian-inspired family-run cafe in Hove. |
| Cloud 9 | Cupcake cafe with two Brighton locations. |
| The Book Nook | Cafe and children’s book shop in Hove. |
| Big Beach Cafe | Cafe in Hove Lagoon with outdoor seating and a nearby play area. |
| Toybox Cafe | Cafe built for children and parents based in Worthing. |
Caffe Bar Italia
This family-run cafe in the centre of Hove is a perfect spot for parents with young children. They offer a range of hot drinks and soft beverages, as well as cakes, pastries, and hot food available all week.
Their outdoor seating area is wonderful for summer days, and they have an upstairs play area aimed at toddlers that will keep your kids busy and entertained while you unwind. Caffe Bar Italia is a great, family-friendly venue we highly recommend for everyone with young children.
Address: 24 George Street, Hove, BN3 3YA
Website: https://www.facebook.com/caffebaritaliahove/
Cloud 9
With two locations in central Brighton, Cloud 9 is a much-loved cupcake cafe with a lot to offer. They have a huge range of cake slices, cupcakes, cookies, ice cream, milkshakes, and other sweet treats available in-store, as well as made-to-order cakes available for special occasions.
Cloud 9 also offers birthday parties, providing every member of the group with their own personalised cupcake, games, themed merchandise to take home with them, and more. This cafe caters to all ages and dietary requirements, so it’s the perfect place to take kids of any age. No matter what, you can be sure of a memorable visit with delicious food and drinks at Cloud 9.
Addresses: 11 York Place, Brighton, BN1 4GU & 15a Kensington Gardens, Brighton, BN1 4AL
Website: https://www.cloud9brighton.co.uk
The Book Nook
The Book Nook, based in Hove, is all about children. It operates primarily as a specialist children’s bookshop with a huge variety of books for children of all ages. They host story-times and author events frequently, such as a meet and greet with Heartstopper author Alice Oseman.
The Book Nook also has a child-friendly cafe where parents can unwind and socialise, as well as a pirate ship play area to keep kids entertained. This wonderful bookshop and cafe is perfect for parents and kids and is well worth a visit.
Address: First Avenue, Hove, BN3 2FJ
Website: https://booknookuk.com
Big Beach Cafe
Situated in Hove Lagoon, this beachfront cafe is perfect for the whole family. They offer a great range of food all day from sandwiches to full meals, as well as a kids menu, including a number of vegan options. They also have a great range of drinks, including hot and soft drinks with options for kids, plus a good amount of alcoholic options for adults.
Their outdoor seating area is perfect for summertime and there is a nearby play area to keep kids entertained. The Big Beach Cafe is also available for private hire throughout the year for a variety of events. This is a great family-friendly cafe that is sure to keep everyone happy, no matter the age.
Address: Hove Lagoon, Kingsway, Hove, BN3 4LX
Website: https://bigbeachcafe.com
Toybox Cafe
This Worthing cafe, only 10 miles away from Brighton, is a great place to take small children. Their soft play area is perfect for toddlers to play and socialise under the watch of parents, who can enjoy a moment of peace in the cafe.
They have frequent events where kids can meet their favourite characters and have themed parties during seasonal holidays such as Halloween and Christmas, so they’ll always be entertained. The Toybox Cafe is a great option for parents and toddlers to enjoy a day out together away from the chaos of central Brighton.
Address: 34-36 South Street, Worthing, BN11 3AA
