Went here for my birthday around 2 years ago. Very fun time! Friends of mine came their brothers…read moreand sisters came etc. The play area was mass-ive. I'm talking the McDonald's play places all over again. For the toddler area, it was decent. Some 3-4 year olds played in it and the whole time it was a blast for them. I don't fully remember all of it but I think a little small corner had some Arcade games to play. The party room was pretty nice. Big enough for an enjoyable time.

Every time I bring my kids here, they have a good time and are tired afterwards which is great! The…read moredownside is that the place is a little dark for my taste. They have snacks for purchase but no real food options and it is a little small. It is however hard to lose your kids because it is a small location

UDLC Play Place is such a wonderful spot for kids! My son absolutely loves coming here and never…read morewants to leave. The environment is clean, safe, and full of engaging activities that keep him entertained for hours. I really appreciate how welcoming the staff are and how well the space is set up for children to play, explore, and have fun. It's also a great place for kids to socialize and burn off energy. Every visit has been a positive experience, and it's become one of our favorite places to go!

This place is such a gem!!!! I previously would travel all the way to Rockville for The Little…read moreTowns Museum because there was nothing like that in this area... but now we have UDLC!!!! It such a beautiful spot, run by an amazing couple. We had my son's birthday here and it was perfect. When I say all we had to do was give them our theme and then show up! That's ever mother's dream. My baby boy had a blast. And his friends did as well. And it worked out well for us that we had the party on a Sunday because we ended up having the whole venue to ourselves. It was absolutely perfect and I would highly recommend! We are looking forward to coming here again for my playtime!

As a working parent of a toddler, I really wish more places like this existed! I was able to bring…read moremy daughter here to play, with supervision, while I got some work done and had a coffee on a day my nanny was not available. My daughter had so much fun with the employees and other kiddos! I opted to sit downstairs which is louder, but there is a quiet work/study space upstairs for additional cost. Before we left I also ordered food to go from Shorty's Deluxe. Childcare and food all in one Highly recommend Mulberry Lane for all the parents!

My fam travels a lot and we noticed play cafes in many other areas but not the DMV. It's clearly…read moremuch needed but we get why they aren't really here. But Mulberry Lane is a notch above bc not only is it a play cafe but there is staff there to watch your lils while you get to go elsewhere within the building whether that's in the lil tables visibly nearby or in one of their neighboring and partnering restaurants. I'd toootally get my kids memberships if we lived nearby. Since we probably would only go weekends for an hour or two, I'm glad there are the options for one time pay or multi hour passes for future use. Since we weren't sure if we'd be back, we gave it a try for one hour. Prices may change but our first time was $18 per child per hour. This may seem high for only one hour, but my kids had fun and my hour without worrying about them or being interrupted was very productive so it was worth it. Staff are friendly. I only wished they had gluten free options for the kiddos to enjoy after their play. Guess we can bring our own next time! :)

Recently went on a Wednesday which was nice since it's only 11.99 for all children. The place was…read morecute and over all well kept. Only part that was a bit of a downfall was when you see grown kids running around. I worried that my 2 & 4 year old will get hurt due to this. They have snacks to purchase in case you don't bring any. They also have shoe covers and I have to say the bathrooms were very clean. I will definitely be back.

We just had our third but LAST birthday party at this venue. In the past we have had a great…read moreexperience but yesterday I was extremely disappointed!! We arrived and the party room smelled AWFUL- like the party before us was a full on weed party. I was stunned and freaking out. All of my closest friends with their sweet kiddos were about to arrive and we would all be stuffed in this tiny room of stench. the party host noticed right away and offered to try air freshener and I said yes and asked for the manager. The manager came over. I asked her....how can a birthday party at a venue for little children be filled with...this? I was appalled at her response. First she said, maam, weed is legal in Virginia. Ok in that case why don't we go ahead and also allow parties to serve alcohol and smoke cigarettes. THIS IS A CHILDRENS PLAY AREA! Who cares if it's legal! How is that relevant to my concern!? Then she quickly backtracked saying of course they weren't smoking in here, they must have just smoked outside and it was just on their persons when they entered. Ummmm no. The entire room REEKS. She refused to do anything for us other than offer to mop (but we're all in socks...no thanks). Later they took $6 off my balance and gave me three day pass vouchers (I've always gotten these in the past after large parties). Did nothing to offer any kind of discount. I told them that I would sadly have to give a one star review and the response was just...shrug. Awful. Not returning and don't recommend this for birthdays anymore.

I loved this place when it opened. Staff would be actively seen cleaning and maintaining equipment…read moreall the time. Sadly over time, maintenance doesn't seem to be a priority. Several things are broken and possibly unsafe. Management needs to pay attention.

Fun place for our 3 year old! Lots of areas for interactive play including tubing for balls,…read moreslides, obstacles, tricycles. You have to buy their socks to maintain standards for cleanliness. The bathroom has croc type slippers to go in. I recommend!

We always love coming to this playground. It's always clean and organized, and the place is huge…read more It's definitely worth every penny. Highly recommended.

I wrote the following note to the staff at Scramble on February 2nd. I received no reply - it…read moreapparently registered no concern with them. I am writing with some concerns about the way my family was treated by your staff on Saturday morning at the Alexandria location. First, let me share that my wife and I discovered Scramble at Christmastime, and have now been several times to both the Alexandria and Falls Church locations. I felt we had discovered a true gem - a place where we could retreat with our now two-year-old for a morning or afternoon of fun. The whole environment is designed for fun, and I appreciated how inclusive things felt, as we interacted with your staff and strangers with smiles all around. But our visit on Saturday left us feeling unwelcome, embarrassed, and like second-class citizens. We visited the Falls Church location a few weeks ago and asked about birthday options outside of hosting a party, because we envisioned a very small gathering. The staff member there explained that if you do not book the birthday package, you cannot bring in outside cake or balloons and that we would only be able to purchase food from you all. Got it - all good! We invited two friends and their little ones to gather with us on Saturday morning, we paid the entry fees for everyone who joined, and we ordered a few pizzas to enjoy while our little ones ran around. We were first approached by your staff member, Cora, shortly after receiving our food. She came to our table and told us to move the two tables that we had pulled together apart. Her approach was curt - she didn't start by explaining any rationale for what the issue was - she simply gave us the directive. I asked her if she was serious because of the tone - I was honestly surprised - and then she explained that it was a fire hazard. So we moved the tables apart and returned to our fun. About twenty minutes later, while we were all away from the tables where our belongings were sitting, Cora approached again. This time, she snatched a gift bag while my wife was nearby. She told my wife that gifts were not allowed, and proceeded to move it outside of the play area. I intervened to ask her what the issue was, and she explained that we could not have a gift without having a party. I then went to the front desk and spoke with her and the party manager for a while to ask what the issue was and to share that I felt like we were being targeted because we had two separate interactions, and none of this was explained when we checked into the venue. We are not rule-breakers. I am fastidious in honoring the rules of any space I enter. My wife jokes about me being too straight-laced. I understand that Scramble has rules, and have no desire to work around them. I believe that this interaction could have been resolved through a simple dialogue where a member of your staff could have politely shared the policy and asked us to make a shift. Instead, we felt like delinquent teenagers, and the experience was deeply embarrassing and off-putting. Our guests, visiting for the first time after our rave reviews, wondered what the issue was. After Cora removed the gift bag without approaching us to explain things, I felt unwelcome and uneasy about even staying. I felt the message she sent to us was that we were second-class citizens that day - those deserving of respect at your establishment are those who pay a premium for expanded services. And I could not help but wonder if the interactions would be different if half of us were not people of color. I am not sharing this because I seek retribution against Cora. I share this instead, hoping that your establishment can be more considerate of your guests. You say that your mission is to "provide extraordinary play for all children"; I hope you will consider that the environment you create for families has an impact on your ability to attain that mission.

What an amazing gym. The gym was perfect for my three year old - i would say the activities and gym…read moreis geared towards 2-6 year olds. My favorite part was that the gym was super clean. The time was split in rotations through free play, parachute, scooter time, dancing/bubbles, and more!! We had such a fun time. They also had an open time for art time.

An excellent place to spend quality time with the little ones, where they are always safe and…read morewell-supervised by the staff. A great recommendation for a birthday party if you don't want to celebrate at home.

This location is probably a 3.5 for me. The pros: it's a great place to take young kids, especially…read moreduring inclement weather, giving them a chance to burn off some energy. We went there during a recent heat wave, and it was such a relief to have a place to play with air conditioning (and that wasn't tearing up our own home). There are activities for kids of various ages, including a baby-centric exploration area and a huge maze that's good for elementary aged kids. There are lots of big soft blocks to stack, ball pits, and cute themed play areas. But it's definitely for younger kids. Tweens and up probably wouldn't be interested. The cons: Supervision is minimal and some kids get very rowdy. Rules seem to be enforced in a haphazard way. I've seen kids standing on the windowsills and banging on the glass, stacking toys to dive onto the ground, and piling four at a time onto the slides. You should keep an eye on the toddler crowd to make sure that older kids aren't shoving them. Lots of parents grab a drink or food to relax while their kids run wild. If that's your vibe, this place is a good fit. But it's also good for parents who want to be a bit more hands on--you can let your child explore while keeping them in close sight for much of the space. Also remember to wear socks!

I took my two kids ( under 6 yrs) on a Sunday mid-day and it was very busy. It's been very cold…read moreoutside and I think many parents needed their kids out and about doing something. It was definitely over-crowded and quite hard to find a table to sit down. We eventually found one right at the back of the store. The kids had the best time but scramble employees were no where to be found! There was no one monitoring kids. My kid got hurt a few times by slightly older kids and it was quite chaotic. The staff were not cleaning at all. You have to remove your shoes before entering the play area but the toilets are located inside the play designated area which means you have to go into the bathroom with socks on which is very gross. They should allow shoes in the bathroom area. Also the soap dispensers were empty and the lady that cleans the bathroom just hung out in the bathroom not really cleaning or filling the soap. The cafe - there are food options for kids and adults. We did try the kids pizza and French fries. The pizza was fine( cheese) but the fries were not good. It tasted like they fried it in very old oil. They do have coffee but I did not try it as the didn't have an option for skim milk. They do not allow outside food or drink but no one seems to really monitor that. Security - ok so this is non-existent. There is a door that divides outside area with inside play area but kids can easily open the door and leave the premises. The lady that stands by the door doesn't monitor kids matches with their guardians. She just opens and closes the door and often she is not there at all. They do not give wristbands at all or any form of security feature. So watch your kids closely while you are there as once they go into that massive play area it's difficult to locate them. The kids seemed to enjoy it as they don't worry about germs , dirt or food. I mean it's fine for an hour or so but honestly it was the last resort when deciding on a place to take the kids too. They also charge the adults an entry fee!!! ‍ I mean it's not like we are playing in the kids areas . I think we paid $55 for entry (2 kids and 2 adults). Would I go back? Not by choice but if the kids asked then I would consider it for an hour or two. ( definitely not on a weekend though).

We've been regulars at Jolly Yolly in Fairfax for a while now and bring our 4, 5, and 10 year old…read moreall the time. It is one of the few indoor play places that genuinely works for that range of ages. The younger kids love the climbing structures and slides, and our 10 year old never feels bored. It's clean, bright, and set up in a way that lets kids explore while parents can actually relax a bit. This was our first time hosting a birthday party there, and it exceeded expectations. Everything was organized, smooth, and low stress. Elif, our host, was excellent. She was warm, attentive, and completely on top of the details from start to finish. She kept the party moving, helped with setup and transitions, and made sure the kids felt celebrated. It made such a difference to have someone so thoughtful and capable guiding the experience. We already loved coming here for regular play, and now we can confidently say their birthday parties are just as great. Highly recommend for both everyday fun and special celebrations.

Valentina and her team were amazing! We had the best time! This is THE place to host a birthday…read moreparty. Thank you for such an enjoyable experience. My daughter and her friends had the best time!

We've been homeschooling for two years now, and I can honestly say Imaginarium has been one of the…read moremost meaningful parts of our journey. When we first started, I had so many doubts but walking into this space, meeting the staff, and seeing how thoughtfully everything is run gave me the confidence I didn't know I needed. My children feel at home here. The enrichment classes are creative, engaging, and truly support the whole child, from science and art to movement, music, and community learning. It's not just about academics; it's about connection. The events are incredible, LEGO Night was a huge hit, and the Living History Museum brought so much excitement and learning to life. Watching our son graduate from the kindergarten program here was an unforgettable moment for our family. If you're considering homeschool support or just want to be part of a place where kids are celebrated and parents are supported this is it. Imaginarium is a gem

If money is no object this is the play place for you. Birthday packages equivalent to a mortgage…read morepayment. These do not lease for an entire day but a couple of hours. Staff is very friendly but will let you know that they are not there to interact with or observe children. I have attended parties here where food, gifts, decorations, were brought in by family & guests. So this is a very expensive jungle gym with bathrooms. Over priced Trinkets can be admired by your littles & purchased on the way out. Heating is consistent so appreciated above the nearby park on an inclement weather day.