James Leal Centre in Redbridge

Take a picnic, no toilets available no where to wash your hands before you eat, ice cream prices are shocking almost a fiver for a double scoop

A hidden gem in this excellent park, a modern building with community, education, toilets and cafe this is a perfect place for a drink a meal or a snack.

The food is of a very good standard for a public café on a park. The staff are friendly however some of the customers, given we are in a park, i.e. children, animals - are not always so. The food here is excellent here though and would highly recommend anyone going here.

A wonderful small cafe within Ray Lodge Park. The food and snacks options are varied and good. There is a soft play area for under 4s and as well as the usual seating inside there a nice array of benches and tables outside. And it's right next to the children's playground in the park.

Beautiful facility in my local park. The food and drinks are of a restaurant quality and always a warm and friendly welcome from the staff. Try the eggs benedict...........wow. The cafe is housed within a nature study area for children and contains many fascinating exhibits for visitors to inspect. There is a magnificent play area outside the cafe as well as relaxing outdoor seating during the summer months. My grandchildren love it! Just a short walk from Woodford tube on the central line. Some paid parking in the park but limited spaces.