"We have taken small humans to Lina Stores in King’s Cross and it was an absolute success. The legacy of our visit probably remains in crayon on the mint green booth in the corner—an exceptional piece of artwork we’re calling Dead Pigeon I Saw In The Canal. Even this moving artistic display didn’t cause a single server to bat an eye as they offered more crayons and suggested the orecchiette con salsiccia d’agnello for the grown-ups. The Italian restaurant is a retro pastel daydream and you’ll usually see a couple of buggies parked by the adjoining deli. Plus, thanks to its location it’s still got a decent buzz even if you’re heading here for an early dinner. " - heidi lauth beasley, jake missing, rianne shlebak, daisy meager