Lollibop Cafe & Play — Restaurant in Town of Hempstead

I would have given 3.5 stars if that was an option. As a cafe this place deserves four stars. The food is above average in an area crowded by sub par dairy cafes. Definitely some of the best food in its category in the neighborhood (I highly recomend the impossible burger and the salmon bowl). Prices are on the higher side for this kind of food but not ridiculous.

As a play place though, the place is seriously lacking. Its $12 for one hour of play, regardless of if you purchase food, and there really isn't much to do. Any kid above the age of four is likely to get bored rather quickly. A younger child may have a better time, but the average play room or kids room at home is likely to have the same amenities. If say, kids can play free with a purchase of $40 in food or the price of play alone was closer to $7 or $8 I would probably give a five...

Really small play area for the price they charge. Toys were all sticky and looks like it’s never been cleaned. There’s a corner of the area where a bunch of unclothed Barbie’s and Ken’s are lumped together and every single one looked ROUGH. Kitchen staff were constantly walk from the back through the play area to the front. All staff except one younger guy were inattentive. He helped me after realizing I’ve been standing there for 10 mins. Food was okay but overpriced,...

Ever heard the saying "know your audience"? To the owner: people coming to support your business deserve better. We came with friends who referred us and shortly after settling, one of the staff came to check our hand tag to see how much time we had left. She was very sharp and also not attentive. How did she already forget that we had just checked in for an hour of play. I felt so uncomfortable that I just wanted the hour to go...