So here it is, the shortlist that some of you have been waiting for… Voting starts NOW! Winner will be announced on Nov 1st. In no particular order, the nominees are…

Beanies, Croydon

Nearest Station: East Croydon (National Rail)

Special Features: Play Floor, Pic n Mix toddler food

What LWAT says: “A nice place to spend a lunchtime and an afternoons”

Tea House Theatre, Vauxhall

Nearest Station: Vauxhall (Victoria Line and National Rail)

Special Features: Child-friendly film nights, toy chest

What LWAT says: “It’s welcoming to toddlers, the cakes are exciting, the decor is kooky and the people are friendly”

Eat, Play, Love, Battersea

Nearest Station: Battersea Park (National Rail)

Special Features: Play area, Spotty family toilets

What LWAT  says: “A great place to hang out with kids”

Arts and Crusts, Walthamstow

Nearest Station: Walthamstow Central (Victoria Line and National Rail)

Special Features: Sand table, E17-shaped buzzer game

What LWAT readers say: ” It is lovely, with great coffee/cake/bread etc. the owners have small children themselves so there are plenty of toys and a very child friendly atmosphere. It’s a great place to keep up with what’s on in the area and the local news and issues”

Gooseberry Bush Cafe, South Wimbledon

Nearest Station: South Wimbledon (Northern Line)

Special Features: Baby classes, toys and crafts for sale

What LWAT says: “A very pleasant place for a cuppa with a friend and a happy baby”

The Dish and the Spoon, Nunhead

Nearest Station: Peckham Rye (Overground and National Rail)

Special Features: Music Sessions, play area

What LWAT readers say: “We have been regulars there since it opened & love it, the staff are so accommodating and have made a child-friendly haven in what used to feel a long way from anywhere :-)”

That Place on the Corner, Stoke Newington

Nearest Station: Canonbury (Overground)

Special Features: Singing groups, dressing up area

What LWAT says: “It is entirely designed with children in mind – dressing up, toys, stacks of highchairs and -of course- a kids menu”

Dulwich Park Cafe, Dulwich

Nearest Station: West Dulwich (National Rail)

Special Features: Play area, outside seating near playground

What LWAT readers say: “Super yummy food, a corner of toys for kids and a kids menu.”

Living Waters Satisfy, Crystal Palace

Nearest Station: Crystal Palace (Overground and National Rail)

Special Features: Toy corner, Ice cream counter

What LWAT readers say: “Living waters is the only cafe I have been to where I know I don’t need to worry about my kids being…. well kids! There are toys and books for them to play with, a choice of tables and chairs or sofas, a kid friendly menu and understanding staff, and no-one batting an eyelid if they decide to go for a wander, have a tantrum or make friends with the kids on the other side of the cafe”

Pistachios in the Park, Greenwich

Nearest Station: Westcombe Park (National Rail)

Special Features: Large outdoor area, toys and crafts for sale

What LWAT readers say: “The food is homemade and comes in generous portions, the drinks are good and the service is charmingly disorganised. But they clearly like kids, and it’s the little things like adding marshmallows to my son’s hot chocolate and offering a glass of water for the toddler, that make the difference when you’re eating out with kids”

Deli Nene, Beckenham

Nearest Station: Beckenham Junction (National Rail/Tram)

Special Features: Massive play area, singing groups

What LWAT readers say: “This place is lovely… a great play area for children, with books, toys, a tent etc etc. My three love it – so it appeals to children from 10 months to school age. Nice food too and a cheap children’s menu. Combine it with a trip to Kelsey Park for an afternoon out – and make the trip to zone 4 worth while!”

So, voting starts now! Fill in the form below to vote for your favourite. Voting will close on Oct 31st and the winner announced on Nov 1st.