I love this concept and it has such amazing potential especially once more vendors come in. The design is super thoughtful with many different play areas next to most seating areas. We had kids aged 1-6 and they all loved running around here. The bathrooms are clean, there's a changing table, and there's someone keeping the areas clean and tidy even in the evenings. The only thing I'd improve is that many of the open eating areas don't have good visibility of the play areas, especially after dark. It would be nice to have more seating closer to the play areas. Another idea is to switch the location of the sandbox with one of the teepees, since kids seem to congregate there but the view is blocked unless you're sitting in the teepees. It would also be great if the view from the long tables on the deck near the teepees and sandbox wasn't obscured by bushes. Finally, it would feel safer to have the overall area fully gated instead of an open entrance where kids could potentially slip out. Excited for how this will continue to grow and benefit the community! read more

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Actually a very cute and great idea for a small plaza full of smaller shops and a play area. Downside, parking isn't as plenty, you have to street park most of the time and the neighbors might not be happy. One started putting out their trash cans and spaced them out so cars can't park. My uncle ended up parking a block away even though they have a handicap placard. Inside is really nice, there's areas with just dirt so be careful if it's windy and if you have little ones who happen to like playing with dirt or sand. They have a separate section for sand playing near the restrooms. Plenty of seating areas around the playground, ranging from 2 seaters to 6 (or 8 if small enough and grab extra chairs). They have very cute camping decorations like tents and fire pits, so it feels like there's a theme, the bus was an outlier but kids liked exploring it. There's a community garden and I saw someone inside tending to their plants. Very nice. Many of the shops are not open yet when I was there but hope to see them open soon! read more

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Great spot for food, drinks, and relaxing with friends or family. The atmosphere is welcoming, and I've generally enjoyed spending time here. One area that needs improvement is the restroom facilities for families with young children. During a recent visit, my son needed an urgent diaper change, and there was no changing table in the men's restroom. I had to take him out to the car to change him instead and because of how busy it gets and limited parking options it was a long walk both ways. Adding a changing table to the men's restroom would make a big difference for fathers and other caregivers and would make the space more family-friendly. I enjoy coming here and hope management considers this simple but important improvement. read more

Cute place in the area, parking is small, so expect to park nearby and walk. As of now, they only have a bbq place and a matcha place inside. Hoping they will have more shops/stores there soon. The backyard set up nicely and perfect for families to hang out. read more

Cottage Industries - Shopping Centers Near Me - Garden Grove, California

+ Peaceful, playful environment for children and their caretakers to frolic and unwind. - Not clear where their parking lot is. Guess it's just the crowded street parking. + They have a horticulture that you can check out from outside the locked fence. + Junbi Matcha & Tea located attached to this location for a refreshing drink or snack. + Multiple restrooms. - Seemed none of the retail shops were open on the weekday afternoon that I visited (besides Junbi). read more

Cottage Industries - Large play area & picnic tables. - Shopping Centers Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Cottage Industries in Garden Grove is such a cute and charming little spot! It is located in a residential area and looks as though they had taken a couple of homes and created this outdoor space. The shops have a fun, artsy vibe and it's a great place to stroll around. There is also multiple kid play areas with tables everywhere so that parents can grab food/drinks and the kids are able to play around. My daughter really enjoyed the sand pit area as well as the outdoor playhouse. The bathrooms are also clean and well maintained. The place was very well kept and there was no trash or dirty plates lying around. There's also a little garden next door which made it nice since there were so many butterflies flying around. I just wish there were more restaurants open -- Smoke Queen BBQ was the only one running when I went. There will also be a matcha place coming soon but was not open yet. Still, it's a great place to hang out and take some pics. Looking forward to seeing it grow! read more

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Not pet friendly, no signs visible. Kid friendly! Lots of kid stuff available like a sand box, teepee areas to play in. It's a cute spacious area next to Junbi and Smoking Queen BBQ. It's too bad there's only those two business here! It would be nice if there was more food places to choose from. Parking is hard to find, mostly street parking. read more

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Fun hangout spot for large groups. Get your smoke queen bbq and come sit and chill, or play games while you enjoy. There's plenty of room for the kids to explore while you sit and have a drink or two.. Parking is a little tough, but on the backside there's more parking. read more

Came here for the first time for a private event and I felt like not a lot was done to ensure a good experience. I understand it is a public and community property but there were so many people in the section that was designated and it was so crowded with lots of kids running around us. There were two signs to state it was a private event. But that's it. I wouldn't book an event or private party here. There's nothing part of the space and party rental packages that gives me any incentive to book. It was poorly coordinated and handled for the amount of money my friend paid. Avoid this place for party/event planning. read more

Yes! Great place for toddlers and young kids! We will be back for more fun! We loved eating at Smoke Queen! Parking kind of sucks so be prepared for that! read more

Cool perspective but missing pretty much everything. Its like an empty steel craft. Zero options for food. Smoke queen is just average but charging tremendously. Its not great and doesn't match the vibe. This place needs sincerity and customer appeal. It looks like a abandoned school out of hills have eyes. read more

Clean and open space. The area is well maintained and kid friendly. A good place to go out with the family!

This place is definitely a hidden gem inside of a residential area. From the street, it doesn't look like much, but on the inside, it's a huge play place for kids and spots for food vendors. There was only one food vendor, which was a BOMB bbq place, but it had a lot of buildings that were empty. There was a sign for a boba spot coming soon. It looks like it is newly built and waiting for businesses to come in. This spot is set up for families to come and hang out and enjoy good food while the kids play. I was surprised at how big this place was and how they had a lot of play areas for kids. We spent about 3 hours here and my kids didn't want to leave. It is very well kept with a worker cleaning tables and picking up trash. He also found our lost pacifier and put it on a table for us when we came back. I can't wait to see how this place grows. We'll be back soon!! read more

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An amazing place to enjoy bbq and drink matcha while your kids play. Lots of seating near play areas. Wouldn't suggest for people who dislike children, stay away. read more

I love the setup. All this place needs is a little playground for the kids and I'll always be eating here.

What a hidden gem! We came here because we wanted to find a place to grab food, a drink and a place for our kids to play - and this was the only non-fast food place that popped up. Smoke queen was open (a lot of places seem to be coming soon or just closed when we came) and they are awesome! The staff is so friendly and go beyond to make it enjoyable. They have beer and wine and great bbq! The play areas are clean, have lots of options for kids- sand box with fun toys, a musical instrument place, chalk board .... My 4yr old loves it. I wish there were more places like this, we will Absolutely be back soon! read more

Cottage Industries - Play area with duplox and chalk, and connect four teepee - Shopping Centers Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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This community space is so awesome! Had no idea it existed until I went to check out the shop, Eco Now. I brought my containers to refill bath bubbles, hand sanitizer spray and dish soap while my husband and two year old looked around the Cottage. When I was finished shopping, I went to find them and saw that the Cottages is this adorable, artistic, clean and fun space for kids to play (and there's a nice, big clean bathroom- essential for families!). There's also like a small amphitheater space- maybe for future music performances? Puppet shows? And then you can grab a bite to eat at Smoke Queen. Which was really good! I got a pulled pork sandwich, my husband got the chili and my little had Mac and cheese and an Honest juice box. Everyone was happy. Wish there was a meat alternative option. BBQ tempeh? Dunno. I can't hardly wait until the matcha tea place opens- Junbi. I need a caffeine fix to keep up with my little. And I'm hoping more cool eateries and shops open up there like the Packing District in Anaheim on a smaller scale. It looks like the Cottage is open Th, Fri, Sat and Sun. ? Not sure. Also, heard from a another family that it gets busy in the summer. Seems like it would get pretty hot too. Also, you can check out the community garden space. You can rent a garden bed. My son wanted to go in a water the plants but it was locked, haha. read more

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We had a great time this afternoon. I almost don't want to leave a review because I'd like to keep this gem just the way it is. The food was delicious and service was great. We had a so much fun exploring the grounds with our littles and will be back. read more

Cottage Industries - Shopping Centers Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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The different types of play areas for little kids was better and cuter than I expected A Clean bathroom is also a big plus Great place to hang out with younger kids The one food bbq place they had there was yummy but would love to see them have more options for food and drinks - especially a nice coffee shop There was a sign for a new matcha place coming soon My kids had a blast exploring and playing- looking forward to visiting again read more

I love taking my daughter here to play while getting lunch at smoke queen. The tables under the trees offer great shade. I love that they made this very family and kid friendly. We've been here a few times since they've opened but today my daughter and a few other kids were playing in the sandbox with what they thought were rocks... My husband looked closer and realized that it was cat p00p. Needless to say our daughter will not be allowed to play in the sandbox next time we come - as it's become a giant kitty litter now! I hope they do something about that. Maybe create a cover for the sandbox when the place is closed so cats can't pee and poo in the sandbox that kids play in read more

This place is so cool for families with young kids. They have great outdoor play area. We ordered food from Smoke Queen BBQ but it wasn't very kids friendly. Hopefully they will have more selections soon. Since I live in the area it was easy to spot it but I recommend having bigger and more visible signs. read more

Loving the extended hours by Smoke Queen BBQ and Cottage Industries! It's nice to be here and avoid the heat while getting good quality BBQ. read more

Cottage Industries - Got a strawberry plant from the Rooted In Love pop-up plant shop. Perfect addition to my community garden plot! - Shopping Centers Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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As a mother, I love that cottage industries offers an enclosed, safe kids play area where you can eat, shop, and enjoy the views of the community garden and surrounding art murals. read more

Cottage Industries - bikes parked at eco now in front of cottage industries! - Shopping Centers Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Super cute place to bring the family! The BBQ place is yummy, and the kids love the creative spaces for playing and relaxing.

One star because we won't be coming back. I see the vision with this place but there's only one restaurant you can get food and that's the bbq place with a long line. We came here with high expectations, hungry and with a toddler and a newborn. We ended up going to Beachwood Brewing company where they had it all! Similar to Anaheim Packaging District but it's outdoor. There are different food options, play area for kids, live music and shade!!! We wished we didn't waste our time and came here instead. Majority of the families we saw at Cottage Industries ended up at Beachwood Company for the same reason. Please don't waste your time! Maybe until more restaurants pop in... However, we still won't be returning. read more

The is a fun place to eat while your kids are also entertained. There is a vegetable garden and I love the vibe.